FISHING REPORTS

Hi All,   It’s Monday morning, August 17. We are right in the middle of prime time here in Barkley Sound. This is about as good as it’s gonna get. This past weekend was crazy busy in Bamfield. Lodges are full, the harbour is stuffed with boats anchored out and everyone is having a great time. It’s on folks, if you can, get here ASAP and take advantage of some of the West Coast’s best ever fishing opportunities.   Typically …

Hi All,   It’s full on here in Barkley Sound.   The Robertson Creek fish have arrived in numbers. This is the time that many of us dream about during the doldrums of winter. It’s always sunshine, calm seas and eager big fish. Not always the case with the sunshine and calm seas but the fish are here and they are eager.   So here is the scoop. I am running 2 of 3 options and changing it up as need …

Hi All,   As it does every year, things change. This time for sure, it is for the better. A week ago I had two days free to fish with the love of my life to get some fish for us. Not only is it a time we actually get a chance to get our own fish but it’s time on the water I cherish with her. We talk, we laugh, she does a very goofy fish dance, it’s time we get to spend …

Hi All,    No, I am not dead nor have I fled the country. It has been way to long since I filed a report.   It’s been crazy busy here as per usual and I had to make a quick trip back to Vancouver. And…in all honesty I’ve been avoiding writing the truth. And the truth is… it’s been awful fishing, folks. Yes, there had been some who have managed to limit out here and there but for most …

It’s been a grind people, no doubt about it. That said if you put in the time, fish the right spots, depths and gear there are fish to be had, but you’re gonna have to work hard at it.   I’ve been chatting with guides, guests at the lodge and all manner of fisher folks here in Bamfield and yes I do agree fishing has been a tough slug however it’s worth being out there as I have noticed the quality of the …

Hi All Things have slowed down some here in Barkley Sound but for some that might be good news.  “what you talkin ’bout Coach?’. Well the good news is that means it’s about to turn on again. And when it does? Hopefully you are up here with lines down.   The squid spawn is still happening although not quite as prolific as in previous weeks. Glow white hootchies and flash flies along with turds are still your next bet. That said …