And some think there is big money in guiding....those new motors will take a bite out of the profits for the year!
Never said I did ...was just diversifying what I do ... fishing is secondary to my new meat business. I love guiding and fishing always will but being forced out by government on their terms not mine is what hurts. I love meeting people from all over the world , what i will miss is seeing someone who has never fished before get a fish to me thats the greatest reward. btw fishing was good in sooke again today i have some dates available for halibut if anyone wants to go...
Hey Newf, guess we met and spoke. I got the 40 Friday but could not find them Sat or Sun. They moved but not far as I was beside someone who did get them. Posted here.... Was a very rare weekends fishing, no wind all day, perfect tides/currents and sun. One worry is the amount of boats anchored, every hump, hole, shelf, reef had boats. =worry's me for future.
I've only been anchoring for the last two years so others that have more experience at it than me may chime in but for me I stay in one spot. I don't have hot spots like seasoned guys, just go straight out from Williams Head at Pedder Bay until I hit 300-320ft and drop the hook. I check my bait every 25-30 min , change it up sometimes and add scent each time. Not much skill involved in what I do but I'm pretty patient and will stay until the current is too much for my comfort level. I have more dogfish days than Hali days but I keep trying. Your time will come.
its been a grind for everyone this year - just stay positive!!!
