October 11th 2019
Season Summary
2019 proved to be another good season on the South Coast and in local Vancouver waters. It started out with some disappointing news from the Department of Fisheries with closures that would affect our fishing area until July 15 2019. During this time however in places like “The Hump” and on the West side of Georgia Strait – Chinook were plentiful! This was catch and release fishing at its finest. Thrilling fights with beautiful salmon! Once the closures were lifted, Pink Salmon started returning and we saw some great days and catches of Pinks. But this was short lived and the returning Chinook fishing picked up around the Bell Buoy and QA marker in mid August. Finally this fall we have seen some great Chinook along the West Vancouver Shoreline and the mouth of the Capilano river. Overall, fishing would be considered average to above average for the year and we had a great time on the water with many guests!
Looking Forward
The fall fishery along the West Vancouver shoreline continues in October. If rain is light and the river level low, fish will continue to stack up until the rains come. This provides some great fishing at the mouth of the Capilano River. Troll herring or anchovies behind a flasher with a glow or chrome teaser. Trolled along the bottom in the 65’-90’ depth range.
Already we have started to see some feeder springs in the Howe Sound foraging areas! These fish are not returning to the rivers for another few years and forage in our local waters. Chromers! Foraging hot spots for feeder springs include the Hole in the Wall, Hutt Island, and Tunstall Bay. Tide usually effects these fish so pay attention to the tides and fish on slack water. Troll small spoons, hootchies or anchovy’s behind a flasher at a depth of 60’-150’.
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Tight lines,
The Sewell’s Team
Remember to get your fishing licenses online at: https://www-ops2.pac.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/nrls-sndpp/index-eng.cfm
Annual licenses expire on March 31st from the 2019/2020 year.
SALMON REQUIREMENTS
If you wish to retain salmon in any tidal waters:
– You must obtain a complimentary Tidal Water Sport Fishing licence AND purchase a salmon conservation stamp online: www.pac.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/sportfish
– Check daily, possession and size limits and closures online:
http://www.pac.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/fm-gp/rec/index-eng.html
– All tidal area closures and recreational fishing limits and restrictions still apply.
– Record your catch on your license if you retain any Chinook.
ALREADY HAVE A LICENCE?
If you already have a valid Tidal Waters Sport Fishing License, you must carry your license with you and record your catch in ink on your license for the species specified in your license conditions (halibut, lingcod, Chinook salmon).
