The ClubHouse Reports

june 30, 2005

Although the weather wasn’t always shining the fish have been cooperating. Average Chinook sizes are increasing with 18 tyee brought to the dock in the last 4 days. Correct that 19 tyee! It’s 9:05 am, Thursday June 30th (day of departure) and Don Mehalko has just hauled his 48 lb King onto the dock – “Hurray up Don, your helicopter is leaving!” Cohoe Point is still top spot on the island and with more Coho showing, some anglers are opting for a change in gear. Clendon Stewart brass/chrome # 6’s seem to be producing results but cut and plug herring are bringing the big ones in.

Chinook Stats - this trip:
Over 30lbs: N/A
Over 40lbs: N/A
Over 50lbs: N/A

Largest Chinook Retained: 48lbs - Don Mehalko
Largest Chinook Released: 40lbs - John Casey

Terry Cowan- Lodge Manager

June 21, 2005

This trip has seen little change in the average fish size (18-24 lbs) but the number of fish hooking up has increased considerably, producing more excitement out on the water. The weather has been more than acceptable with average daytime temperatures of 18° to 22°C (68° to 72°F) and although a few days of wind have produced some lumpy seas, the Boston Whalers have provided wonderful fishing conditions. The east side of Langara Island is the most productive with herring being the bait of the day. We’re all anticipating what the next few days will bring and what this next run of Chinook look like.

Chinook Stats - this trip:
Over 30lbs: N/A
Over 40lbs: N/A
Over 50lbs: N/A

Largest Chinook Retained: 34 lbs - Greg Donais
Largest Chinook Released: Approx. 40 lbs (long line release) - Don Morgan

~Terry Cowan-Lodge Manager

June 17, 2005

Large quantities of herring continue to surround Langara Island, providing attractive feeding for the current run of Chinook. This massive bait pool is what will bring in the next, more mature run. Average weights are 18-26 lbs with the occasional tyee pocking its nose in. Large halibut are in abundance – each of our past trips have seen at least 3-4 over 100 lbs. The weather has been calm and in the main sunny with average daytime temperatures ranging from 18°C - 22°C (68-72°F). The commercial fleet fishing north of Langara is reporting a stronger catch with bigger sizes showing daily.

Chinook Stats - this trip:
Over 30lbs: N/A
Over 40lbs: N/A
Over 50lbs: N/A

Largest Salmon Retained: 32.5 lbs - Lyle Leo
Largest Salmon Released: 31 lbs - Charles Sadler & James Shahan
Other Great Catches: Halibut 118 lbs - Ron Bruhaug

~Terry Cowan- Lodge Manager

June 13, 2005

The June run of Chinook continues to average 18-25 lbs. The past three days have seen more fish and consequently more angling action. This past week’s catch (June 6-12) has seen a 27% increase in both caught and released Springs over the previous week!! Coho Point and Dibrell Bay are the right areas to fish with some action found between Pillar Bay and Pillar Rock. Some guides are trying Clendon Stewart chrome/brass 5 ½ lures but herring still predominates.

David Hawksworth, Executive Chef with Vancouver’s Restaurant of the Year, “West on Granville”, visited with us and enjoyed the great fishing while we enjoyed David’s fabulous cuisine. A great time for everyone!

Chinook Stats - this trip:
Over 30lbs: N/A
Over 40lbs: N/A
Over 50lbs: N/A

Largest Chinook Retained: 41 lbs - Joe Akins
Largest Chinook Released: 31 lbs - Steve Whiteside
Other Great Catches: 113 lb Halibut - Scott Janszen

~Terry Cowan- Lodge Manager