IronNoggin
06-09-2010, 12:38 PM
Just back in yesterday from Ukee.
I was one of those trollers out there on the Big Bank.
Fishing was rather good there, as well as several other places we wandered:
- South Bank - lots but small fish.
- Big Bank - lots, and larger fish. Halibut so damn thick we had to move on occasion! Saw springs to well over 30 pounds!
- Portland Point - was lots of larger fish, they moved a couple of days ago.
- Lighthouse Bank - Very good for large springs right now (those that wandered over from Portland). Up to 40 pounds.
- The Wreck - slow for springs, loads of halibut.
Size of the coho was nearly staggering for this time of year! They will be Monsters a little later in the season, but their numbers appear to be off from most previous years.
Just a note: that was not the end of Area G's (WCVI Troll Fleet) quota (or Total Allowable catch - TAC) for this year. There remains a considerable number in reserve. We will be prosecuting a "plug only" fishery sometime in August, and perhaps another shot in September to address the balance (our fishing "year" runs from October through October for whatever reason). Even with the numbers we will be allowed to harvest, the recreational sector will likely top that in overall removals, as they have for the past several years.
All in all I suggest it is looking MORE than good for the impending sport season. Good numbers of springs and halibut for sure. Like I stated, the coho appear to off the mark at this time, but that could well change as the season progresses. Already know of certain landings of springs to 40 pounds. Gonna be some FUN methinks! http://fishbcforum.com/public/style_emoticons/default/lmao.gif
Back in town for a little spell to unwind, then donning the Guide Hat once again. My Dance Card is getting fuller each passing day as folks hear of the success rates out there, but still a little wiggle room left if anyone is interested (get ahold of me soon if that's your thoughts btw!).
Hope a few of you make it out there this season! Likely be One To Remember, and Big Grins are damn near assured! http://fishbcforum.com/public/style_emoticons/default/nana.gif
Cheers,
Nog
I was one of those trollers out there on the Big Bank.
Fishing was rather good there, as well as several other places we wandered:
- South Bank - lots but small fish.
- Big Bank - lots, and larger fish. Halibut so damn thick we had to move on occasion! Saw springs to well over 30 pounds!
- Portland Point - was lots of larger fish, they moved a couple of days ago.
- Lighthouse Bank - Very good for large springs right now (those that wandered over from Portland). Up to 40 pounds.
- The Wreck - slow for springs, loads of halibut.
Size of the coho was nearly staggering for this time of year! They will be Monsters a little later in the season, but their numbers appear to be off from most previous years.
Just a note: that was not the end of Area G's (WCVI Troll Fleet) quota (or Total Allowable catch - TAC) for this year. There remains a considerable number in reserve. We will be prosecuting a "plug only" fishery sometime in August, and perhaps another shot in September to address the balance (our fishing "year" runs from October through October for whatever reason). Even with the numbers we will be allowed to harvest, the recreational sector will likely top that in overall removals, as they have for the past several years.
All in all I suggest it is looking MORE than good for the impending sport season. Good numbers of springs and halibut for sure. Like I stated, the coho appear to off the mark at this time, but that could well change as the season progresses. Already know of certain landings of springs to 40 pounds. Gonna be some FUN methinks! http://fishbcforum.com/public/style_emoticons/default/lmao.gif
Back in town for a little spell to unwind, then donning the Guide Hat once again. My Dance Card is getting fuller each passing day as folks hear of the success rates out there, but still a little wiggle room left if anyone is interested (get ahold of me soon if that's your thoughts btw!).
Hope a few of you make it out there this season! Likely be One To Remember, and Big Grins are damn near assured! http://fishbcforum.com/public/style_emoticons/default/nana.gif
Cheers,
Nog