Chilliwack Sturgeon

[Rackmastr]

Hey Guys,

I have been looking for a Sturgeon guide for Aug 22nd for 3-5 people and curious if anyone on here is a guide or if anyone here is looking for some additional work on a Saturday?

Any recommendations to guide/outfitters for a good day of Sturgeon fishing on the river? I have left a few messages at some places but still waiting to hear from some and just checking out my options....

Comments or suggestions?

[guest]

Call Randy Beck, of Ultimate Sportfishing 6045767668.
He's a great guy and good river guide.
CT

[SHAKER]

If I was still down there I would take you out in a second.........
Any word on salmon openings?

[lip_ripper00]

If I was still down there I would take you out in a second.........
Any word on salmon openings?


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Subject: FN0583-Salmon: Fraser River Sockeye Update - July 31 - Areas 11 to 29 Subject: FN0569-Salmon: Fraser River Sockeye Update - July 31 - Areas 11 to 29The Fraser River Panel met July 31 to receive an update on the migration of the Fraser River Sockeye runs and review the status of migration conditions in the Fraser River watershed. Test fishing catches of Sockeye from the marine approach areas indicate an increase in abundance relative to the previous week although abundance indicators are still far lower than pre-season expectations for this date. The diversion rate of Fraser Sockeye through Johnstone Strait is currently estimated to be approximately 28%. Assessments of Sockeye passage in the lower Fraser River have also increased in recent days although the abundance is tracking much lower than expected during pre-season planning.Stock identification analyses confirm that Summer-run Sockeye are now dominating in the marine assessment areas, however the proportion of four year old Sockeye is still tracking below expectations. Recent DNA analyses indicate that the stock composition of Fraser Sockeye in the marine approach areas is approximately 15% Early Summer-run, 70% Summer-run, and 15% Late-run Sockeye. Due to the very low abundance of Fraser Sockeye thus far this season, there have been no directed commercial fisheries for Fraser River Sockeye. The estimated total non-commercial catch of Fraser Sockeye this season is 36,000 fish, which have been harvested in test fisheries and First Nations FSC fisheries.At the meeting on July 28 the Panel decreased the run size estimate for Early Summer-run Sockeye from 264,000 fish (90% probability level forecast) to 150,000 fish. This run size estimate was unchanged at the meeting today. The estimated 50% migration timing of Early Summer-run Sockeye through Area 20 is July 26, which is the date that was expected during pre-season planning. The estimated escapement of Early Summer-run Sockeye past Mission through July 30 is approximately 61,000 fish.Similar to Early Stuart and Early Summer-run Sockeye, the return of Summer-run Sockeye through marine assessment areas has been much lower than expected to-date. Chilko and Quesnel Sockeye were forecast to comprise almost 90% of the Summer-run Sockeye abundance this season. DNA analyses suggest that they are contributing a lower proportion of the Summer-run return, which is another negative indicator regarding the overall abundance of Summer-run Sockeye this season. A run size estimate for Summer-run Sockeye should be available next week near their expected peak migration date through marine assessment areas. The estimated escapement of Summer-run Sockeye past Mission through July 30 is approximately 51,000 fish.The expected 50% migration timing of Birkenhead and True Late-run Sockeye through Area 20 is August 11, and 12, respectively. DNA analyses indicate higher than expected proportions of Harrison Sockeye have migrated through the marine approach routes to-date. The estimated escapement of True Late-run Sockeye past Mission through July 30 is approximately 28,000 fish.Migration conditions for Sockeye entering the Fraser River have become adverse over the past week due to the sustained period of hot, dry weather and low discharge levels. On July 30 the Fraser River discharge at Hope was approximately 4,200 cms, which is about 5% lower than normal, while the water temperature at Qualark Creek was 20.7 0C, which is 3.4 0C higher than average for this date. High water temperatures can cause serious adverse effects on resident and migratory fish, including: increased energy expenditure; reduced swimming performance; increased susceptibility to disease; reduced reproductive success; and mortality at very high temperature levels. Fraser River water temperatures are forecast to increase to 21.4 0C by August 8, which would be a record for that date if it occurs. Water temperatures exceeding 20.0 0C may cause high pre-spawning mortality of Fraser River Sockeye. Environmental conditions for salmon migration in the Fraser River will be monitored closely over the coming weeks.At the meeting today, after reviewing environmental and stock assessment information, the Panel approved an increase in the management adjustment factor for Early Summer-run Sockeye from 0.40 to 0.51. Management adjustments are employed to help achieve spawning escapement targets for Fraser River Sockeye.There are no directed recreational and commercial fisheries for Fraser River Sockeye at the present time. First Nations Sockeye fisheries have been curtailed and DFO is planning meetings with First Nations groups to review current information.The next scheduled Panel meeting is Tuesday August 4. FOR MORE INFORMATION:Barry Rosenberger 250-851-4892Fisheries and Oceans Canada Operations Center - FN0569Sent July 29, 2009 at 16:12Visit us on the Web at http://www.pac.dfo-mpo.gc.ca Fisheries & Oceans Operations Center - FN0583
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It's not looking good:sad:

[huntergirl270]

I just talked to a guy yesterday about taking us out sturgeon fishing. I'll PM you the number.

[shoot to kill]

http://salmonguidebc.com/

[Dirty]

I will second Swiftwater Guide services, great guys! Get them to take you out.

[Rackmastr]

Talked to Oliver today and I think that I'll be booking on Tuesday! Thanks!

[lip_ripper00]

Don't wait to long, one of the events for the fire/police games is fishing and they are fishing the upper river this week, and using the local guides :wink:

[THE SWEDE]

Another vote for Swiftwater

[f350ps]

I would send a PM to PatternMaster as he guides for Sturgies on the river. K

[Rackmastr]

Don't wait to long, one of the events for the fire/police games is fishing and they are fishing the upper river this week, and using the local guides :wink:

Wow.....I need to be doing that!

I have a co-worker out for the games, but competing in fishing would be awesome!

[doubled]

Hey Rack,

We went with a guide named Tom last year from STS Guides. Vic is the owner and they were WELL worth the cost. Three of us landed 18 that day with the biggest being 6 feet. I did a write up for it on FishBC.com. Check it out. I would go with these guys in a heart beat.

http://fishbcforum.com/index.php?showtopic=50493&hl=

[Leaseman]

Good time to come down as fishing should be picking up by then..... has been very slow for the guides and spoertfisherman....