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June 23, 2012 By Fishing Guide

How To Catch Salmon Tips

salmon fishingAt Chad’s Fishing Charters we try to help everyone in catching more fish. the tips below should give you some basic knowledge to assist you on the river. Remember that the Chilliwack/Vedder is a very busy river system and crowds are common due to the large returns of fish. Not everyone thinks the same and nether does the fish. Pick your area and pay attention to what is going on around you. The most important advice is to share this great resource with others, show respect and enjoy your day on the water.

 

 

  •  Bait. Salmon roe is the best chance; you buy pre-made spawn sacks to save time and mess. Salmon roe eggs should be dyed or cured for best result.
  •  Yarn. Or wool is very popular. It is easy to use and you have a wide variety of yarn to choose from. Mixing colors together is recommended. I.e. Pink and white or orange and Chartreuse. Keep the size small. When the river is colored, use larger sizes. Range from a pea size to nickel sizes. Popular colors for coho include Peaches, Pinks, orange, chartreuse. Remember to mix it up if you are not catching. All the colors work but conditions change. The color of the river, temperatures, natural light and fishing pressure. If you find a combo and size that works – try it often.
  •  Lures- Spinners on nickel, brass or copper all work well. Try different ones in a variety of sizes. Smaller when the river is clear. Spinners can be fished on a float, bounced or slow retrieve. The key is making the spinner spin slow or flutter.
  • Spoons- Weighted spoons are fish straight on the line using or spin reel or level wind. Cast upstream, allow to sink and then hold, drop or slow retrieve depending on the speed  of current. Keep it just off the bottom for the best results. Hanging spoons up can get expensive.
  •  Jigs- Fly like marabou jigs are deadly for salmon and steelhead. You can fish these on a float, just cast into the current or working the dead water. They are weighted but extra weight may be needed. The float system works very well. Simply hung below the float as bait or yarn using a natural drift where the current or wave activates the jig. Simple and effective.
  • Flies- Fly fishing can be very productive. It takes more effort and knowledge to fish flies in the current and keep them in the zone. The best part is the rewards of this challenge. The key is getting your fly into the zone or area that the fish would consider to offering. Dead drifting egg patterns are recommended. Minnows and others should be swung dropped of slowly retrieved. The best lines are floating with appropriate sink tips depending on the depth and current speed. Lots of patterns to choose from, remember the colors mentioned above. Minnow patterns, flashy flies and egg patterns are some other options to try.

Filed Under: Fishing Tips, Fraser River Fishing, Harrison River Fishing, Lillooet River Fishing, Vedder River Fishing Tagged With: BC Fishing, Fishing Tips, Fraser River, Salmon Fishing, Vedder River

May 23, 2012 By Fishing Guide

Fishing On The Lilloet River

The Lilloet River is located at the top of Harrison lake near Pemberton. The only way to reach this remote fishing paradise is by boat. The adventure getting to this reclusive destination is worth the trip alone! You definitely need an experienced guide to get you through the swift currents, log jams, and hidden rock walls. Once you arrive at this beautiful oasis, you will be awestricken by its natural ambiance. The crystal clear water and the scenic mountains will calm your senses; you will be so in tune with nature that you might even be able to catch a fish with your bare hands! The fish are plentiful. All year long, the Lillooet river is full of rainbow, cutthroat, and bull trout, as well as dollyvarden char. In the fall, you can fish for salmon from October to November. Steelhead swim in the river during the late winter and early spring months, along with Chinook and Coho in March and April. Contact Chad’s Fishing Charters to ensure you get the best experience. His exceptional knowledge of the area, his powerful top of the line boat and equipment, and the energetic atmosphere will have you already planning your return trip for next year to see more of what the Fraser Valley and Chad’s Fishing Charters has to offer.

Filed Under: River Fishing

May 23, 2012 By Fishing Guide

Fishing Report For May 23, 2012

B.C Fishing Reort May 23 2012 8.24 am

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Please check the DFO Pacific Fishery Notices or Region 2 Summary Page regularly for changes to retention opportunities.

Chilliwack/Vedder River

With only a couple inches of visibility, the river is not looking good this morning.

Fraser River

Nasty! Went out yesterday and the river is motoring. With all of the debris coming down it makes it really tough to identify hits.
Not to mention the trees.

 

Harrison River

No sturgeon reports, however the cutthroat are still doing well.

 

Chehalis River

No recent reports.

 

Other River Systems & Lakes

 

Stave River

Guys have been fishing up close to the damn by boat. Still some steelies, cutthroat, and whitefish.

Be aware of the park and road closures that can make parking a bit difficult.

 

Norrish Creek

No word on this fishery of late.

 

Thompson River

Open to a limited fly only, C&R, for May 1 – 31 from Deadman River to CNR

Bridge above Bonaparte River.

Skagit River

Closed

 

Fraser Valley Lakes

Kawkawa has been off-and-on for kokanee right now.

Cultus Lake is doing extremely well for dollies.

The cutthroat and rainbows are also doing fair to good.

Chilliwack Lake is open – no reports yet. Sasquatch Park/Hemlock

area lakes are all doing quite well right now.

 

Interior Lakes

Lake season is in full force. Getting some outstanding reports from the

classic haunts (Roche, Lundbom, etc.).

If you haven’t fished Stump it is worth a shot. There are very very large fish in that lake.

It’s easy to get to and, if you can endure the wind, can be worthwhile.

 

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May 9, 2012 By Fishing Guide

Harrison River Fishing

Harrison River Fishing

Harrison River Fishing is one of the largest tributaries stemming from the Fraser River stretching through the heart of the Fraser Valley. It is located about 90 minutes east of Vancouver in beautiful British Columbia, surrounded by mountains, lush forests, camping, endless hiking, fresh water lakes, boating, and an abundance of outdoor activities that any nature lover must experience. This location is the perfect natural backdrop to gaze in awe and breathe in the fresh air if you are staying outdoors in the wilderness or enjoying a relaxing stay at the world-class Harrison Hot Spring Hotel and Resort. Harrison River is known for its diverse sports fishing. Whether you are a novice angler or you are more seasoned, it offers recreation and enjoyment for everyone year-round.

The flowing turquoise water of the Harrison River is a serine fishing oasis that is replenished each year by surrounding fresh glaciers that flows to the Pacific Ocean. It is one of the only rivers left that is a natural, unenhanced, habitat for all five species of salmon.

Harrison River Salmon Run

Beginning in June to late September, sockeye salmon run through the Harrison River. Sockeye are great to tackle on the fly and always worth the chase. The prime time to catch sockeye is mid August to September before the pink salmon arrive between the first week of September until the first week of October. Pink salmon is always the largest run, but if you want to experience the extraordinary rhythms of Mother Nature you must visit during odd years, such as 2011 and 2013, because the pinks enter the river by the millions. Some people joke and say that there are more fish than there is water. It is truly an amazing sight to see!

Shortly after the sockeye enter the river, the summer and fall runs of Chinook follow. Chinooks have the shortest run period from October to early November. The Chinooks flock to the Harrison River because they bask in the deep water pools. They average between 17-30lbs, but they are called the king salmon for a reason…they can reach up to 60lbs!

Harrison River Fly Fishing

Coho and Chum are the most popular among fly fishers and they run from October 1st to the end of November. The Coho’s spontaneous flips through the air and the Chum’s aggressive disposition provide a fun and memorable experience for any angler.

The monstrous sturgeons can be found from September to December. After that you will be fishing in solitude as even the bears will be hibernating getting ready for spring. Likely your only company will be a flock of bald eagles, since the Harrison region is known to be the birds of prey’s winter resting and feeding spot. It is often hard to even get a glimpse of these reclusive raptors but at this time of year it is a bird-lover’s and photographer’s haven.

While the salmon are spawning and preparing to return for the next season, their offspring, salmon minnows, attract the trout. In the spring starting in March, peaking in May, trout come from the Pacific Ocean to feast, so you can catch them during this cycle.

You don’t want to miss out on what the Harrison River has to offer! Chad’s Fishing Charters is the premiere guide to enrich your fishing experience. He knows the ins and outs of the business, and the secrets known to only the pros and locals will guarantee a successful fishing trip. His exceptional knowledge of the waters and of the region, high energy and action packed, fun and friendly environment will lure you in time and time again. For the best catch of the day, contact Chad.

Filed Under: River Fishing Tagged With: fishing, harrison, river, sturgeon

April 20, 2012 By Fishing Guide

Sturgeon Fishing On The Fraser River

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