Angling Event

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Tackle & Methods!

Whether you want to see the splendid beauty of the Fraser River, experience the fall eagle migration on the Harrison River, or embark on an adventure into the Fraser Canyon to brave the famous big waters of Hell’s Gate, we can arrange a custom trip for you and your guests.

Our large and spacious jet boats are both very comfortable and safe. These sightseeing tours make for ideal relaxing and adventurous day trips.

 


As the largest outfitter/guiding company in the Fraser Valley region
, we have the resources and the ability to offer your guests the best in service, experience, and professionalism. We have the resources to cater to large groups and corporate functions (up to 120 guests/day).

Our friendly and professional staff will offer you a comfortable first-class environment. Our guides have been selectively picked to ensure that every one of your outings is safe, fun, and successful.

 

So, why participate in the WPFG Angling Event or come fishing with us before or after the event?

  • Only 1 hr from Vancouver… close and ideal for day trips
  • Protected waters… no sea sickness
  • Fun, exciting, memorable and rewarding experience
  • SOME OF THE BEST FISHING IN THE WORLD @ ¼ PRICE OF MOST LODGES!!!!!!!
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Tackle & Methods

Sturgeon: Catch and Release!
All Sturgeon fishing in BC is on a catch and release basis. These fish are slow growing; it takes a female around 15 to 20 years to reach her spawning age, which is around a 5 to 6 foot fish. When the fish get larger, they may not develop eggs every year; it takes a long time to develop millions of the tiny eggs.

Tackle To Fish Sturgeon!
When fishing for sturgeon, we use custom built rods that have a strong butt section with a nice taper to the tip, sometimes these fish can bite very light and a stiff tip will actually scare them off. The reels are heavy duty saltwater type with a smooth drag system for the long runs you can experience on the bigger fish. The line I like to use is 150lb Power pro for the main line and generally 130lb test for the leaders. Hooks are very important for this type of fishing and a good strong 8/0 to 12/0 hook is necessary to land the big ones, which can weigh 1000 pounds and be more than 12 feet in length.

In August the sockeye salmon begin arriving, over 10 million of them. The Fraser River has warmed up a bit and the sturgeon get very active. The battles can be monumental, with sturgeon leaping clear of the water when hooked.!!
This year there is a pink salmon migration here on the Fraser and Harrison River and over 30 million will arrive. The fishing is just short of insane, the sturgeon feast on the pink salmon and become very fat, you can actually feel whole salmon in there bellies after you land a big one!


Salmon: Catch and Release!
Chinook are locally known as Spring Salmon as they are the first of the pacific salmon to enter the river to start there migration back to there home rivers. These fish start to return to the Fraser River as early as March, with fish entering the Fraser through out the summer and fall months. They are readily identifiable due to their size, large spots running the length of their body and black mouths.

Fishing Techniques for Chinook Salmon!
One of the most popular methods is called bar fishing. When bar fishing we fish from shore on the many gravel bars on the Fraser River. The type of rods used for this method are typically longer rods in the 10 to 12 foot range with a strong back bone to toss out 14 to 18 ounce lead weights. Attached to the mainline is a t-bar with a lure called a spin n glow. The spin n glow will not sink completely to the bottom but float off a few inches to a foot or so based on the length of leader used from the weight to the hook. the current in the river will cause the spin n glow to spin and therefore attract the fish. With the weight settled on the bottom and the lure spinning in the water we wait for the Chinook to bite it as they travel upstream and hopefully see our lure. Spin n glow's come in a multitude of colors and sizes; perfect for the varying current speeds and water clarity of the Fraser and her tributaries.