April 17, 2019 Fishing Report
Fishing reports for Vancouver - Fraser River - Vedder River - Squamish River - Harrison River
Sturgeon Fishing
» We can’t stress this enough: if you want some truly incredible Sturgeon fishing NOW is the time!!! Our guides are getting lots of fiish on each charter. Sizes are mostly in the 5 to 7 ft range but we’re getting them up to 8.5 feet or 300 lbs. April offers some of the best Sturgeon fishing of the season. Take advantage of our Spring Sturgeon deal and do some real fishing!
Our Sturgeon charters are highly popular and also very productive. Sturgeon success rates are over 99.5% year round !
» Book Now for our Winter/Spring Sturgeon Deal – the action is great !!
Dates are limited, please book soon to avoid missing out.
Multi day Sturgeon packages with lodging are always available from March 15 to November 15!
Salmon Outlook for 2019
» Salmon fishing opportunity will start July 10 on the Squamish River for Pink salmon. This is a Incredible fishery and our guides will be super busy for this so best to book in advance.
Spring Trout Fly Fishing
Fly fishing for Trout & Steelhead on the Squamish River is doing great!
The warmer weather and light snow melt has really turned on the fly fishing for Bull Trout and Steelhead just north of Vancouver. This is a perfect fly fishing venue with eye candy scenery. Hotel pickup from Vancouver or Whistler is available year round for this river.
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Fraser River
Sturgeon Fishing Report
Booking one of our Sturgeon fishing charters is now a great choice as Spring is here and fishing is really good now. Our guides are consistently finding plenty of Sturgeon up to 7 feet long, and a few much bigger. Book for our Spring Sturgeon Special which is running from January 1 to April 30.
See our Instagram feed for photos from the entire season.
We are always well stocked with the right bait that will get you the fish of your life.
Book for 2019 Now
Booking your charter or multi day Sturgeon package well in advance is strongly recommended as we are very busy!
Vedder River
Steelhead Report
Steelhead fishing on the Vedder-Chilliwack River is in the peak time of year now. There’s plenty of water and fish are spread out. There’s been some really nice and big Steelheads(18 lbs plus) coming out of the river this year.
Visit Steelhead Fishing Page.
If you are having a tough time finding fish you might need some in depth coaching from one of our pro’s. It’s a great investment and will save you time and money.
Vancouver
Fly Fishing Report
The Squamish River has very good fly fishing for Bull Trout and Steelhead right now.
» 2019 offers a big Pink salmon run from July 10 to late August !
» Don’t miss the Upper Pitt River flyfishing action from mid May to early July, trips are limited for this jet boat access only gem. For details click Here.
Fraser River Valley
Salmon Fishing Report
Fraser River Valley Salmon Fishing is done for the year. So we look forward to Fall 2019!
Fall Salmon: Make sure you book early to get in on the intense Salmon fishing action for Chums and Coho starting in mid September. This will go well into November.
» Prime Salmon fishing happens from mid September to early November for Coho, Chinook and Chum. These dates always sell out.
Saltwater Fishing Report
Salmon fishing opportunities exist almost year round in the salt water. Call Warren at First Fish Charters for all saltwater bookings.
Interior Lakes
Fly Fishing Report
A very good option for May – June. We do provide single day trips or multi day fly fishing packages to some very productive lakes just 3 hrs from Vancouver. If you go without a guide be well stocked with midges in all colors in sizes 8 to 16. Other flies to keep in your box include Damsels, Dragons, May flies, micro leeches, bead head wooly buggers in black, green, brown and maroon.
» We offer fly fishing lessons for Rainbow trout too. Our experience will give you the edge!
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Please contact us to get answers on your BC fishing adventure or trip planning. We reply same day, usually within the hour.
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Multi Day’s Sturgeon and/or Salmon Fishing including Lodging
