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A favourite in the recreational fishery, the Chinook salmon is known by many names: King, blackmouth, quinnat, and chub are all references to this powerful fish — individuals over 14 kilograms (30 pounds) are often dubbed "Tyee".

Atlantic salmon have a long, thin body, small head, blunt nose and their mouth extends back below the eye. Adult salmon are silver in colour with nearly all white undersides and distinct dark blue-green, cross-like spots over the body and head. Atlantic salmon in Newfoundland and Labrador are generally less than 70 cm (28 inches) in length and weigh less than 4.5 kg (10 pounds). Atlantic salmon are a distant relative of Pacific salmon (Oncorhynchus spp.) and closely related to Brown trout (Salmo trutta).

Salmon fishing in Japan is primarily focused on saltwater, as fishing for adult salmon in rivers is generally prohibited due to conservation laws. Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost island, boasts the world’s largest chum salmon fishery, heavily supported by hatchery production.. Saltwater fishing methods allowed include lure, bait, and fly fishing, but treble hooks and gaffs are generally prohibited to minimize harm to the fish.

Eastern Canada is renowned as one of the birthplaces of Atlantic salmon fishing, offering some of the most storied and productive salmon rivers in the world. Provinces like Newfoundland and Labrador, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Quebec are home to legendary rivers such as the Miramichi, Restigouche, Cascapedia, and Humber. The salmon season typically runs from June through September, when bright silver salmon return from the North Atlantic to their natal rivers to spawn. Canadian Atlantic salmon are prized for their strong fight and acrobatic leaps, making them a favorite target for both fly anglers and spin fishers. Conservation and catch-and-release practices are deeply embedded in the region’s fishing culture, helping to preserve these precious runs for future generations.

Finland provides a mix of river and sea fishing opportunities for Atlantic salmon. In Finnish Lapland, popular river systems like the Tornionjoki-Muonionjoki, Kymijoki, and Merikarvianjoki offer excellent river fishing, with the prime season usually running from late May to mid-June.

Chile's chinook (king) salmon fishery has a fascinating history. In the mid-1970s, chinook salmon eggs were introduced to rivers in Chile’s Lakes Region as part of a commercial ranching experiment. Though the project was abandoned, the salmon thrived and established wild populations along the southern coast, from the Tolten River to Tierra del Fuego.

It’s well documented what salmon eat and while it varies between species, it’s generally fish and squid that are the most common food when salmon are in the open ocean. The philosophy for river and lake fishing is “match the hatch” which essentially means copy the natural food that is available. Krippled lures are not only built to copy the food that salmon eat, but also to present a wounded fish that is easy and attractive prey.

Alaska stands as a premier destination for salmon fishing, offering an unparalleled angling experience due to its abundant runs and diverse species. For those seeking a productive and challenging fishing excursion, understanding the varieties of salmon and optimal locations is crucial.