Frequently Asked Questions

Do we get to keep the fish?

Yes. We can send the fish anywhere in the world, though most people take the fish with them.

Yes, we clean and package the fish right after each trip. You can also have the option of getting your fish vacuum packed should you choose to.

How much do fishing licenses cost?
Saltwater Fishing licence information is here.

What kind of clothing should we bring?

Usually a light sweater of jacket is fine. We provide any rain gear should you need it.

What is the weather like?

Most of the time the weather is sunny in the summer. Usually August has the warmest weather, though in the last couple of years, June has been the warmest.

What are the best times to come?

May-June: for halibut and salmon combination

July: Sockeye and King salmon

August – September: Larger Kings returning to the rivers

Can you smoke the fish?

Yes, you can have your fish smoked with in 2-3 weeks and sent to your home.

Can we fly in?

Yes, We have links to flight scedules on the travel links.

What are the limits?

The limits are posted below.

Catch Limits
Species Daily Limit Possesion Limit Min. Size
Chinook (King) 2 4 25 inches
Coho (Silver) **2 **4 12 inches
Pink 4 8 12 inches
Chum 4 8 12 inches
Sockeye 4* 8* 12 inches
Halibut 2* 2* N/A
Ling Cod 3* 6* N/A
* On West Coast of Vancouver Island only
** To be announced at start of season
Combined daily limit of all salmon is 4 and possesion limit is 8
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