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Summer salmon fishing charters in Ucluelet, BC
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Fishin for salmon and halibut on these day charters from Ucluelet, British Columbia. The summer season of May to September is considered prime time for sports fishing here on the west coast of Vancouver Island. Fantastic inshore and offshore Chinook, Coho and halibut fishing make for non-stop action. Large mixed runs of Chinook, Coho and halibut begin to migrate and feed in both inshore and offshore areas, following thick balls of baits such as herring, pilchards (sardines), needlefish, squid and krill. Ucluelet has the most consistent and dependable fishing on the British Columbia coast due to its location and access to the migrating fish and nutrient rich offshore and inshore water. Successful catch limits of Chinook, Coho and halibut are normal for this time of the year. Chinook salmon average from 5 to 50 plus pounds while halibut are generally 15 to 40 pounds on average. Full day "salmon and halibut combo" trips are the most effective and popular way to fish the west coast of Vancouver Island because it allows you to travel up to 25 miles offshore, giving you access to some of the most spectacular fishing for both salmon and halibut. Each trip is customized to where the best fishing is located and to what species the guests want to target. Decisions on where to fish and what to fish for are always discussed between the guide and guests before leaving the harbour.
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WHAT TO EXPECT - The day begins at dawn, which is usually around 5:00 am to 5:30 am. The usual routine for May, June and July would be to head offshore to the halibut grounds twenty three miles out. The halibut grounds take approximately one hour to reach. After limiting out on halibut, you then spend the rest of the day fishing for chinook and coho. Quite often you fish for the salmon right next to the halibut grounds or on the banks closer to Ucluelet. August and September you might spend some time fishing for trophy chinook salmon along the rocks and then go offshore for halibut and coho. Most people fish for at least 2-3 days in order to get the full fishing experience. The trips are customized to where the best fishing action is and to what species the guests want to target. Your guide always believes in getting input from his guest before you even leave the harbour. Then he will make the group decision on where to go and what fish to target. After a full day of fishing you generally arrive back in the harbour approximately 2:00 pm. You finish the day by pulling crab traps and clean/icing your catch. Your fully guided charter includes bait, tackle, shaved ice, and fish cleaning. For the half day tours WHAT TO EXPECT - Generally, you leave the dock around 3:00 pm and fish through the evening tide. You usually fish Barkley Sound, Wyaa Point or out on the banks up to 12 miles offshore. It all depends on the time of year, weather, targeted species and where the best fishing is located. Chinook and Coho fishing can be very productive during this time of the day. Besides catching fish, enjoy the abundant wildlife viewing with regular sitings of humpback, gray, and orca whales, sea lions, and bald eagles. Afternoon or evening, fishing and wildlife viewing can be a peaceful and serene experience. Another positive is the lack of boats and fishing pressure during the afternoon and evening bite. Watching the sun slowly set on the western horizon is something you will never forget.
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| Season: May to September |
| Requirements: Saltwater fishing license, large coolers for fish storage. |
| Suggested Clothing: Rain gear and boots, warm layered clothes, hat. |
| Difficulty: Easy |
| Restrictions: At the present time the limit for salmon and halibut are 2 chinook, 2 coho and 2 halibut per person a day. The possession limit over a two day plus period is 4 chinook, 4 coho and 3 halibut per person.
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| Maximum Number of People: 5 |
| Equipment Provided: Fish in comfort, sit back and relax as you travel to the fishing grounds. Whether you are heading 20 miles out to the offshore banks or to the scenic Broken Island Group, you will feel safe and comfortable aboard the fully equipped 24 foot Grady White's. Grady Whites are a versatile, superbly crafted boat built to last. Grady Whites combine solid structure, self-bailing reliability, hull engineering, and the finest materials available to create the ultimate offshore sports fishing boat. The boat has a very wide beam and a large open deck making it comfortable and safe to fish with up to 7 people aboard. Coast Guard approved and fully insured, this vessel will whisk you away to where the fish are, with a dry, smooth and comfortable ride. Features include an enclosed cabin with heater and a fully operational head (onboard toilet), GPS – Sitex Nav Add 6000 Cmap, Furuno radar, Furuno Color Sounder, 2 VHF radios & cell phone, 2001 225 hp Mercury Optimax, 1998 9.9 hp Yamaha 4 stroke. Fishing and safety equipment includes 3 Scotty electric downriggers, built In fish boxes, halibut rods and reels,
salmon rods and reels (single and levelwind action), assorted tackle and gear, washdown pump, wet weather gear and life jackets, flares and first aid kit.
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| Transportation: Trips originate and end in Ucluelet, BC. Follow the Island Highway #1 north just past Parksville and then take the Port Alberni Hwy 4 exit and continue on to Port Alberni and finally Ucluelet. Driving time from Nanaimo to Ucluelet is approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes, Victoria to Ucluelet 4 hours, and Vancouver approx. 6 hours (ferry included).
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| Accommodations: Accommodations not included in the package but there is a wide range of places to stay in the Ucluelet and Long Beach area. Accommodations range from campgrounds to basic motels, B&B’s, rental cabins to high end resorts. |
| Meal Information: Bring your own lunch and snacks. |
| Guide Information: Guide is included. |
| Weather Information: Summer temperatures will range from 15-25 degrees Celsius. Rainy weather is always a possibility. |
| Trip Duration |
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1 day
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$600.00* per group
Group of 1-4 anglers. Half day inshore 4+ hours |
1 day
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$750.00* per group
Group of 1-4 anglers. Half day offshore 4-6 hours |
1 day
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$850.00* per group
2 anglers. Full day, 8-10 hours |
1 day
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$900.00* per group
Group of 3 anglers. Full day, 8-10 hours |
1 day
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$950.00* per group
Group of 4 anglers. Full day, 8-10 hours |
1 day
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$1050.00* per group
Group of 5 anglers. Full day, 8-10 hours |
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*Please add 5% Goods and Services Tax
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