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Frequently
asked questions
What does a typical fishing day look like?
Our
8-hour trips usually commence at 8am with the return time
being set for 4pm. Anglers will meet their guide at their
assigned boat launch, unless a hotel pick-up has been arranged.
We can accommodate almost any schedule, therefore start and
end times are very flexible. We also offer evening Sturgeon
or Salmon trips during the months of May through September.
If the guest has booked a combination salmon and sturgeon
trip, the guide and the guest can discuss and determine how
much effort and time will be spent on each species. Lunches
are included in packages. A cooler with ice is provided, as
well as non alcoholic beverages.
What is your cancellation policy?
A
50% deposit is required for all bookings. Cancellations must
be received at least 30 days prior to your fishing trip in
order to receive a full deposit refund. If cancellations occur
10 - 30 days prior to your fishing trip, we will issue a gift
certificate, valid for one year, in the amount of the deposit
taken. If cancellations occur within 10 days of your fishing
trip, there will be no refund of deposit paid.
Any
special requests or considerations regarding booking protocol
must be approved by BC Sport Fishing Group Ltd. Management,
and all requests must be sent by e-mail or mailed directly
to us.
What do I need to bring along?
All
rods reels and gear are provided for you. Some suggestions
for things you should consider bringing are; an extra pair
of socks, sweatshirt, rain jacket (weather permitting), hat,
sunscreen, sunglasses, & gloves (if it's cold). Please
dress in layers as the weather varies throughout the day.
Please do not forget your camera! Should you be traveling
and limited on space, with notice our guides can provide you
with some of these items.
If
I want to bring my own gear what should I bring?
You
are more than welcome to bring your own waders and boots.
If you are coming on a fly fishing trip we recommend a 4-6
weight rod for Trout fishing and a 6-8 weight rod for Winter
Steelhead, or our Wilderness Adventure Trips.
How
do I get my fishing licence?
Fishing
licences are available from your guide. They also carry the
relevant conservation tags should you require one. We can
bill the licences to your account, or you can pay cash. Prices
vary depending on your residency in or outside of BC. You
can also register and purchase your licence from the BC Government
website http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/fw/fish/licences/.
If you do choose to do this, please don't forget to bring
it as there is a government licence replacement fee!
When
is the best time for Sturgeon fishing?
Sturgeon season lasts all year. The peak time for Sturgeon
begins in March and lasts all the way through November. The
cooler weather of December, January, and February do not stop
us from catching Sturgeon in our covered and heated jet boats.
When
is the best time for Salmon fishing?
Chinook are present in the Fraser year round, but not
in significant numbers until the beginning of June. The season
lasts until mid November.
The
height of the Sockeye season can be found in late July
on the catch and release waters of the isolated and beautiful
Upper Pitt River (fly only).
The
Fraser River Sockeye run starts in July and lasts through
September. Season openings are dependent on the run size.
Call 604-847-3100 for more information.
On
odd numbered years (2009, 2011, 2013
) the Fraser, Vedder,
& Harrison River experience a Pink Salmon run like
no other! It is possible at the peak of the run to find a
Pink Salmon on your line on nearly every cast! The run time
varies from August to October, please call for the best times.
Coho
Season begins in mid to late September, and lasts until mid-November.
These hard fighting fish are very acrobatic and their leaps
and jumps when you get one on your line, will surely impress
you.
Chum
Salmon is pound-for-pound, one of the hardest fighting fish.
These fish begin their Fraser and Harrison River runs in late
September and nice, fresh chrome fish can still be found all
the way until late November.
I'm
interested in Fly Fishing, what do you offer?
Our
Fly Fishing Guides are very diverse and are comfortable on
all the local waters. It is possible to find great Fly fishing
during all twelve months of the year in our area. Whether
it's Cutthroat Trout on the backwaters of the Fraser,
Winter Steelhead on the Vedder, or even Dolly Varden,
RainbowTrout, Sea Run Bull Trout & Sockeye
Salmon, on one of our Wilderness Adventure trips-we offer
it all. On a cool day in October it is possible to catch all
five species of Salmon on the fly in one day! Our Fly fishing
Guides are experienced in both single handed and double handed
Spey casting techniques, and are always keen to help out!
Is
the gratuity included in the package price?
A
gratuity is discretionary based on your own personal experience.
As a general rule, we recommend that a client tips 10-20%
of the fishing costs. Our guides work very hard to make your
experience the best it can be and they appreciate tips as
recognition of their hard work and dedication. We'd appreciate
any comments that you have regarding your fishing trip. If
you have a great trip, we want to know about it. If you have
any concerns please don't hesitate to let us know so we can
improve our services.
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