[Basmach]

I was fishing on the Bow River today by Fish Creek Park (By Lafarge) and was shocked to see this.
Heavy line baited with 2 large barbed hooks baited with smelts submerged and anchored by a big rock. I would have never noticed it if the poor bird wasn't hooked and desperately trying to get loose. I was able to cast my spinner towards the line and bring the bird to shore. To my amazement the bird was calm and did not make any move until I was able to cut the hook and set it free. After destroying the guy's setup I called Fish and Wildlife and showed them the spot and rig the guy was using.

It is sad to see that people will go to such means to catch a fish when they can buy one for $10 that tastes way better.
I'm posting this so those of us who fish that section on the river will keep their eyes for suspicious activities.