Cut Plug Herring Tips

The Summer 2010 issue of Salmon & Steelhead Journal is out now featuring an article we put together this summer on cut plug herring fishing. Cut plug herring fishing is one of the truly classic methods of salmon fishing on the coast of British Columbia so we hope you get a chance to check the article out.

Thompson River Bait Ban Petition

The Thompson River needs your help.  Please click on the link below to sign the petition to stop the bait fishery on the Thompson River.  The Thompson's wild steelhead need every chance they can get and you can help.  It will take 20 seconds to do and could assist in preserving one of British Columbia's most beautiful steelhead rivers for future generations to enjoy.

Thompson River Bait Ban Petition

Thank you, the conservation minded steelhead anglers of BC appreciate it!

British Columbia Private Lake Fly Casting Clinic

Here's your chance to learn some fly casting techniques from master flycaster Peter Morrison and get access to fish one of British Columbia's premier private lakes!

This flyfishing and fly casting clinic is being held September 3rd through 5th at Rudducks Ranch, a short 2.5 hour drive from Vancouver.

An introductory price of $375 pp is limited to 10 people so be sure to get on this sweet deal quick as it will be quick to sell out.  Included is fly casting instruction, access to our private lake home to monster rainbows, catered meals and comfy accommodations at the beautiful Rudducks guest ranch house. 

The ranch house is perched on the bluffs above the Fraser River and boasts bright rooms, a wrap around deck, hot tub and large lounge perfect for socializing after a day on the water.

For more information or to book contact Yos Gladstone of Chromer Sport Fishing at yos@chromersportfishing.com or Kevin Estrada of Sturgeon Slayers at info@fishinginbc.com.

Private lake fishing in British Columbia produces some big hard fighting rainbows like this one taken at Rudducks Ranch in May 2010.

Private Lake + Big Rainbows + Expert Casting Instuction + Cozy Accommodations

equals....

One Perfect Weekend in September

Get Your Spot Today!

Langara Island Lodge Availability 2010

Not long before we head north to Langara Island on the northern tip of Haida Gwaii, also known as the Queen Charlotte Islands, for another season of salmon fishing and guiding at Langara Island Lodge.

Last year was an unbelievable salmon season all up and down the BC coast and the fishing at Langara Island was thouroughly productive all season.  Lots of big fish, plenty of chinook (king) salmon over the 40 pounds, some seriously big halibut and a steady stream of fiesty coho (silver) ready to smash cut plugs and burn drags.

There are still a few available 2010 trip dates, all very prime time spots.  They include...

June 19 - July 22

July 27 - July 31

July 31 - August 3
August 31 - September 4

The guys from Chromer will be guiding up at Langara all season long so give us a call toll free 1.877.902.3393 or send an email to Yos yos@chromersportfishing.com and we'll get you all set up for BC's premier salmon fishing experience at the finest lodge on the coast!  For more info on the trip and pricing please take a look at our Langara Island Salmon Fishing page.

Dean River Steelhead 2010 Spots Still Available

Like usual our spots on the famed Dean River on British Columbia's central coast have filled up quick, but there is still a bit of availability.

Early season fishing on the Dean is geared towards the run of chrome bright aggressive chinook (king) salmon that roll into the Dean starting in mid June.  For some salmon fishing on the fly we have the following available.... 

         

June 19 - June 26 

July 26 - July 3  

 

For steelhead fishing packages on the Dean we still have some primo spots that can be yours.  If you've never experienced Dean River steelhead fishing you're in for a treat.  If you have you, know exactly waht we're talking about!  Dean River steelie dates are as follows...

July 3 -  July 10                 
July 10 - July 17                     
July 17 - July 24                 
July 31 - August 7                 
August 7 - August 14                 
August 14 - August 21 

Check out our Dean River Steelhead and Salmon Fishing Trip page for more information or call the guys at Chromer toll free 1.877.902.3393 or shoot Yos an email at yos@chromersportfishing.com.

Skeena River Steelhead Tour Gets Rolling!

We wanted to offer serious steelhead anglers the chance to chase steelhead on all of BC's most famed steelhead fisheries in one easy fun package.

So we hooked up with the best guides on the Bulkley, Kalum, Kispiox and Skeena rivers, we found the area's finest accommodations and we put it together to be a fully hosted trip that's all about getting bent on world class steelhead fishing.

We came up with the Skeena River Steelhead Tour, an exclusive to Chromer and a steelhead odyssey like no other!

You won't fish the same beats or be confined to just one river. This is a steelhead fishing package focused on adventure, on exploring the beautiful north of British Columbia and fishing some of the most prolific steelhead fisheries in the world.

Since its introduction our Skeena River Steelhead Tour has received a tremendous response from anglers like you looking for a trip different from anything any single lodge can offer.

Trip dates are flexible and we have some prime spots and sought-after rod days reserved for those of you interested. We are offering these tours from mid September until mid October 2010. Give us a call toll free 1.877.902.3393 for more info and dates or check out our Skeena River Steelhead Tour page.

10 New Exclusive Fishing Trips in BC

Introducing 10 new custom fishing trips that we've thoughtfully put together throughout British Columbia. We've combined the finest fishing experiences in BC into easy, fun and seamless packages for anglers looking to get seriously bent and hang out with the Chromer boys on these fully hosted vacations. Trips include guided fishing, transportation and accommodations. All you have to do is get yourself to beautiful BC and we'll take care of the rest! Click the titles to check out the full trip info.

#1 Vancouver Salmon & Sturgeon Combos ~ Saltwater salmon fishing in Vancouver with sturgeon fishing on the Fraser River to give you an affordable and unique fishing trip based right out of Vancouver. No big travel plans needed!

 
#2 Whistler Golf & Flyfishing Getaways ~ Flyfish gorgeous rivers for salmon & trout and golf stunning championship courses in the world class resort town of Whistler, British Columbia.

 
#3 BC BIG Fish Package ~ Salmon and Halibut fishing in the beautiful Queen Charlotte Islands combined with two days of heart pounding sturgeon fishing on the Fraser River. 

#4 Vancouver Island Winter Steelhead Tour ~ Chase chrome bright winter steelhead on Vancouver Island with the Island’s hottest guides on this steelheading dream trip.

 
#5 Skeena River Fall Steelhead Tour ~ A totally exclusive steelhead tour where you’ll be fishing legendary rivers, staying at first class accommodations and exploring BC’s north; a steelhead angler’s paradise!

 
#6 Saltwater Salmon Flyfishing Adventure ~ Who says you have to go somewhere exotic for great saltwater fly fishing? Come explore the rugged Pacific coast of British Columbia and experience our incredible saltwater fly fishing.

#7 Grizzly Bear & Salmon Fishing Adventure ~ View wild grizzly bears in their natural habitat along the remote British Columbia coast, then fish salmon in the Campbell River area.

 
#8 BC's Trophy Private Lake Tour ~ This unique tour grants you access to a variety of trophy lakes including some of BC’s most exclusive private waters. A fully hosted and fully guided fly fishing adventure!

#9 Fall Salmon Flyfishing Packages ~Visit during October and November when thousands of chum and coho salmon return to the Squamish River system. Multi day packages including accommodations and fully guided fishing.

#10 Heli Fishing Packages ~ Two of British Columbia's finest heli-fishing packages! Choose from either our Nass River Heli-Fishing Package in northern BC or our Vancouver Island Heli-Fishing Package located on the southern coast of BC.

Squamish Winter Steelhead Wrap Up

Here's a quick little wrap up of our winter season of steelhead fishing out of Vancouver and Whistler. There's not to many days left before the warm days of May bring river levels up and blow things out to an unfishable state.

A few sunny days is all it takes to blow out the Squamish River and bring the the winter steelhead fishery to a standstill. With the warm temperatures on the horizon we're doing our best to make our last days fishing on the river count!

 Overall the 2009/2010 winter steelhead fishery on the Squamish River system was a successful one, but one that started a bit later than normal. When the fish did start moving into the main stem Squamish and its tributary the Cheakamus then things heated up quick with lots of nice fish taken on the fly.

 Late March through April was the most prime time this year and we expect the fishing to be on into May. The warm weather will blow the river out quite quickly though so if you're planning to head out, make it soon. We have guided trips leaving from Whistler and from Vancouver.

Call us toll free 1.877.902.3393 to book your trip today or check out www.chromersportfishing.com for our full roster of BC's best fishing trips, guides and lodges.