OUTLOOK
Well, we had lots of rain this week and that meant big high water on many of our rivers. While it was high it didn’t set high water level records, which is a good thing because though high water can wash out prime spawning habitat. With the high water fishing was a challenge but all the rivers are shaping up nicely for this weekend and the weather looks great to get out before the busy Christmas season begins.
The trout egg fishing should be good on all our salmon rivers for the next couple of days. Matt was out last weekend on the Squamish and though they had a few humbling moments they did find some fish. Check his report for a detailed look at what he saw on the Squamish. There are still fresh salmon around and though we think the egg fishery will have its challenges this season with the low chum numbers, they landed some fairly large bulltrout and more coho than expected.
The Vedder is close to shifting from salmon to steelhead fishing but there are a few coho and chum still around. Egg fishing is also worth a shot. Other systems like the stave are also a great option for fishing salmon egg imitations. We have details on both in the river reports below. The Harrison is a fishery that can be good in the late season and if you want salmon is still a viable option if you’re looking to get out and enjoy the sunshine in the forecast this weekend.
On the saltwater front the winter chinook season is starting and those that have been putting the tie in have been reward with some decent size fish this week.
Lastly if you missed the Steelhead Fly Tying Jam Session in the shop earlier this week Zach has a look at what the feature tyres were working on. This is our annual event to have fun, hang out with friends at the shop and get your steelhead boxes ready for the upcoming season. We saw some very cool patterns. If you are looking for some inspiration for your steelhead fly box you will not want to miss the report and pictures.
On to the report!!
http://www.pacificangler.ca/pacific-angler-friday-fishing-report-november-30-2018/
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Topic: Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: November 30, 2018 (Read 2821 times)