Women in Fishing – Ashley Rae

Meet Ashley Rae, a year-round multi-species angler located in the Ottawa area who is passionate about sharing her love of fishing and adventure. 

As a full-time fishing writer & video content creator, Ashley documents her adventures via her blog SheLovesToFish.com, which she launched in 2009; from there Ashley has gone on to publish many articles internationally. 

Ashley is passionate about connecting with other anglers all over the world, and with a social media following of 180K and growing, she has become a well-known name in the world of fishing. Ashley’s articles, videos, and social media content offer knowledge and knowhow for all levels of interest – whether you are just getting into fishing, or have been fishing for years and just want to land more fish in the boat. 

Working with a wide range of businesses, brands, government and tourism organizations, as well as event organizers, Ashley aims to educate and encourage others to get involved in the sport of fishing. In addition to her blog, she shares her adventures through her YouTube channel, TikTok, Instagram and Facebook, and as a speaker at seminars and trade shows and has appeared on various TV episodes over the years.

Ashley is a 3-time qualifier for the Major League Fishing Toyota Series Championship through the International Division. She first qualified in 2018 through FLW Canada and went on to qualify again to represent Canada through the 2023 and 2024 Major League Fishing Canada events. In 2023, she finished as the top International Co-Angler.

In 2024, at the Major League Fishing Toyota Series Championship on Wheeler Lake, Alabama, she was nominated by her fellow anglers and peers for the Forrest L. Wood Sportsmanship and Community Leadership Award – an award that “recognizes the individual who displayed overall commitment to sportsmanship and community leadership, on and off the water, by displaying ethical behavior, upholding integrity, class, selflessness, conservation efforts and kindness to others.”

Ashley is also partnered with top brands in the industry such as Yamaha Motor Canada, Garmin, SAIL, and more.

Follow Ashley Online:

https://www.facebook.com/ashleyraefishing
https://www.youtube.com/shelovestofish
https://www.instagram.com/shelovestofish
https://www.tiktok.com/@shelovestofish