Dave H
Well-Known Member
Many Van Isle steelheaders would have known or heard of Dave Tickell, a full-on fishing maniac and steelheader of no small skill.
I didn't know him but heard many tales from those who did during the 90's when I was heavily involved in the SSBC and such.
I do recall one day between Shelter Point and the Oyster River during coho season a fellow who chased the little pods of salmon up and down the beach while the rest of us waited our shot at them when they passed our respective positions. I was told that was Dave and he was called "the Roadrunner" because he was always on the move chasing that next fish.
Anyway, sad to see he passed away on May 1st, here at Campbell River.
Condolences to family and friends.
Take care.
I didn't know him but heard many tales from those who did during the 90's when I was heavily involved in the SSBC and such.
I do recall one day between Shelter Point and the Oyster River during coho season a fellow who chased the little pods of salmon up and down the beach while the rest of us waited our shot at them when they passed our respective positions. I was told that was Dave and he was called "the Roadrunner" because he was always on the move chasing that next fish.
Anyway, sad to see he passed away on May 1st, here at Campbell River.
Condolences to family and friends.
Take care.