Vancouver Island Fishing Report Archives

First Day of Summer

June 21st, 2008

As we are now officially into the summer season on Vancouver Island's west coast, fortunately we have been enjoying summer like fishing conditions for some time now.
There have been some extremes in the weather patterns, with some cold days that feel like January is still hanging on, and some very quite calm days that have allowed access to any fishing areas we want.
Today's conditions would be great to follow through for the rest of Summer, with a NE wind blowing at 4 knts. and offshore seas are less than one meter.
Fishing for Chinook Salmon has been very consistent, with the general size and health of these great early season fish very admirable.
Coho Salmon are showing in good numbers, with some fish over the 10 lb range being caught on gear offshore as well as flies and bucktails on the inshore waters. This is looking very promising for the rest of the season, with great fishing opportunities in protected waters near Tofino being a good option for boaters who want to watch their fuel consumption.
Halibut fishing has been going very strong all season so far, and is a great option as a tartget species or a "bonus" bycatch while trolling Salmon near the bottom offshore.
Various Bottom fish species help mix it up, with very good stocks of fish in the rocky offshore reefs northwest of Tofino. These fish normally offer very reliable fishing for those that prefer targeting the various Bottom fish species in our area.
Trout fishing has been good in the estuaries for Sea Run Cutthroat still chasing Salmon Fry, as well as in the remote rivers of Clayoquot Sound.

We still have a number of great peak season charter dates open, with our rates the same as 2007. We look forward to helping with any and all questions you might have in arranging a memorable fishing trip in the Tofino B.C. area yet this summer, which is "officially" here.

Until next time,
Jay and the Clayoquot Ventures Guide Team

Family Fishing Weekend

June 16th, 2008

The past weekend was "Family Fishing Weekend" in British Columbia.
This is an initiative to get families outdoors, especially kids, to experience the great fishing opportunities available in the province of B.C.
With very good Salwater Fishing for Chinook and Halibut, and all things going smooth with our Staff team in Tofino, we were able to get away for a short trip to the Cowichan Valley area on Vancouver Island. With great weather overall, and lots of options for freshwater lake and stream fishing in this beautiful region of Southern Vancouver Island, we enjoyed the time away to experience a new area with our kids.
Having caught numerous nice Trout, Steelhead, Salmon and Halibut on gear over the last few years, our son Ben was eager to go at it with a fly rod.
Numerous Coastal Cutthroat Trout in the 14-18 inch range were hooked, with most action coming on the standby #10 Olive Wooly Bugger in a nice little spot called Beaver Lake.
It was a great time with family and friends for a weekend getaway, and we hope that you have a chance to help expose a young angler to some new water or a new angling technique in the near future.

Check back soon for more updates to the great fishing season under way in Tofino B.C.

Jay, Lorrie and the Clayoquot Ventures Guide Team

Entering the peak season

June 13th, 2008

Seeing that the 15th of June is usually the start to the "peak" season for Saltwater fishing in the Tofino area, we wanted to provide a very quick update.
With a great weather forecast coming up, and the Chinook Salmon and Halibut fishing very strong, we are looking forward to a great weekend, and even greater "peak" season ahead.

With good availability yet for numerous dates over the next 3 peak months, we look forward to your inquiries regarding half and full day private fishing charters, as well as fishing and accommodation packages in Tofino B.C.

Send us an e-mail or call us direct to the shop 250-725-2700 or Toll Free 1-888-534-7422 and we would be glad to share the great fishing options available for the 2008 season in Tofino B.C.

Stay tuned for more info on fishing the west coast of Vancouver Island.

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