Best fishing on island right now.

[Rockin Johnny]

If you could go fish anywhere on island this coming week where would you go? At this point I’m leaning towards Ukee so that we have many options including Bamfield area, aswell as protection in case of wind. But reports seems to read that it’s slowing down around there. Winter H is also at the top of my list. Any input is appreciated… thx.

 

[kaelc]

What’s your goal? Hali and Salmon are both available close to ukee right now. Are you looking for big fish catch and release? Sooke has some monsters right now

 

[Rockin Johnny]

Thanks. Just the two of us looking to make a quick trip to get our limits (hali , springs and ho’s). Heading up from the Okanagan.

 

[Rayvon]

If you could go fish anywhere on island this coming week where would you go? At this point I’m leaning towards Ukee so that we have many options including Bamfield area, aswell as protection in case of wind. But reports seems to read that it’s slowing down around there. Winter H is also at the top of my list. Any input is appreciated… thx.

When you hear it's slowing down it's probably time to go and if you hear it's on fire your too late.

 

[Rockin Johnny]

Good point, you’re probably right, that’s when you get the “you shoulda been here yesterday” lol.

 

[N2013]

Wherever the weather forecast is best would be my vote. Anywhere west coast in good weather is productive. I’d chase the weather if it doesn’t matter location.

 

[Rockin Johnny]

Last year was my first time fishing Ukee since I was a kid and I fell in love with it. Between the weather, the fishing options, the beaches for the family to keep busy and the community was awesome. My new island fav….

 

[Aces]

When you hear it's slowing down it's probably time to go and if you hear it's on fire your too late.

Chasing the bite and reports is a mistake a lot of people make. I’d rather go where and when they should be and make the report.

 

[bryce]

Last year was my first time fishing Ukee since I was a kid and I fell in love with it. Between the weather, the fishing options, the beaches for the family to keep busy and the community was awesome. My new island fav….

If it was me I’d skip the ferries and drive to Rupert lol

 

[Rockin Johnny]

If it was me I’d skip the ferries and drive to Rupert lol

Oh buddy, I head there every 2-3 years, once I forget how brutally long the drive is… Heading there next year via inside passage. We will see if the boat ride is as long. lol.

 

[Ringo]

If you could go fish anywhere on island this coming week where would you go? At this point I’m leaning towards Ukee so that we have many options including Bamfield area, aswell as protection in case of wind. But reports seems to read that it’s slowing down around there. Winter H is also at the top of my list. Any input is appreciated… thx.

Are you in a boat or planning to hire charters? Depending on your equipment, you may also want to look at Hardy or Telegraph Cove/PMN area. Lots of sheltered areas to fish between the small islands and good places to stay or camp overnight.

 

[Rockin Johnny]

My boat yes, Kingfisher 2525. That’s a spot on my “go to list”. Thx

 

[Corey_lax]

Friends of friends crushed it in Port Hardy last week. So you've missed the time to go there LOL

 

[Ringo]

My boat yes, Kingfisher 2525. That’s a spot on my “go to list”. Thx

I’d go to Hardy if coming on the ferry to Nanaimo. Good fishing grounds, lots of choices for places to stay at and fish cleaning/ packaging facilities close by. PMN and Malcolm Island are good too, as long as you’re not looking for big adventures.

 

[Rockin Johnny]

I’d go to Hardy if coming on the ferry to Nanaimo. Good fishing grounds, lots of choices for places to stay at and fish cleaning/ packaging facilities close by. PMN and Malcolm Island are good too, as long as you’re not looking for big adventures.

Thabks, sounds good. I would need to do my research as I’ve never been. PMN? Is that Port Mcniel?. We will be staying on boat, either on dock or on hook.

 

[Ringo]

Thabks, sounds good. I would need to do my research as I’ve never been. PMN? Is that Port Mcniel?. We will be staying on boat, either on dock or on hook.

Yes, P Mcneil. Easy access to groceries, restaurants and safe parking for the trailer. @Capt_Ed might be able to share more info if you’re heading that way.

 

[N2013]

Isn’t McNeil still 1/day with a 80cm slot? Long way to go for a couple slot fish.

 

[Aces]

I’d go to Hardy if coming on the ferry to Nanaimo. Good fishing grounds, lots of choices for places to stay at and fish cleaning/ packaging facilities close by. PMN and Malcolm Island are good too, as long as you’re not looking for big adventures.

Except you have to run at least an hour to escape the same regs as here

 

[CBsqrd]

Except you HD f to run at least an hour to escape the same regs as here

Exactly, slot on springs and only 1 ling per day unless you run an hour from Hardy or 1.5 hours from MacNeill. Go WCVI if you have the option. Everywhere seems to be producing good numbers of salmon, so pick the spot with the best bottom fishing and limits - anywhere West Coast.

 

[Rockin Johnny]

Great, I appreciate all the input. Weather looks sketchy up north now and I want to stay away from the slots. Ukee it is and I will leave a report with what we find.