Tofino / Ucluelet Fishing Report:
September 2006
September 8th, 2006
Tofino B.C. Sport fishing Update September 7, 2006
For the Tofino/Clayoquot Sound area, and the surrounding offshore waters, September continues to offer fantastic sport fishing opportunities for most Freshwater and Saltwater species.
With the drier than normal conditions on the B.C. coast, migration timing of most Salmon runs has been substantially delayed. The strong forecasted returns for many Salmon stocks along B.C.’s southern coast, and later than normal timing should allow for great Chinook and Coho Salmon fishing through early October.
The prime salmon feeding habitat along Clayoquot’s outer coastline has provided great Chinook salmon fishing over the past month, while the offshore waters have been consistent for Chinook and Coho, as well as Halibut and bottom fish. These prime areas, and Salmon feeding patterns should stay reliable for local and visiting anglers for another 3-5 weeks, along with an exceptional number of Halibut being caught regularly offshore as well.
The inner waters of Clayoquot Sound are often favoured by many during September and October for the season’s largest Coho Salmon, which are starting to food in from the rich offshore feeding grounds. Light tackle and saltwater fly fishing are very popular options for the season’s largest, hard fighting Coho.
Tofino’s pristine Freshwater Lakes and Rivers are a great option through the early fall for some diverse fishing opportunities for Trout, Steelhead and Salmon, with total catch and release on local river systems.
Half and full day guided excursions are available with local fishing outfitters who are eager to host guests for some fantastic late season action in the Tofino area. For further details and booking inquiries, contact Clayoquot Ventures at 250-725-2700 or stop in at Tofino’s full service fishing shop, Jay’s Fly & Tackle on Campbell St. in Tofino.
Updated info is always available at www.tofinofishing.com
Much awaited Rainfall and Coho Salmon for Tofino B.C.
September 19th, 2006
The small coastal community of Tofino, on Vancouver Island’s west coast of British Columbia usually has an abundance of two things, Rainfall and Coho Salmon. Until this past weekend, there was an unseasonably late return for both, which caused some challenges for the community of Tofino, as well as local sport fishing outfitters. A popular option for Tofino visitors during September is to fish the protected coastal waters of the Clayoquot Sound area for abundant Coho salmon on light tackle, or the increasingly popular method of saltwater fly fishing.
Regardless of whether you are an ardent angler, or an innkeeper, the wet and nasty weather that hit the Vancouver Island coastline this past weekend was welcomed by many. The much needed precipitation helped alleviate the water woes of Tofino’s lower than ever reservoir, as well as encouraged returning Coho Salmon to arrive from the offshore feeding areas. The baitfish rich offshore banks outside of Tofino and Ucluelet have been a very adequate “holding” area for Chinook and Coho Salmon, with an abundance of Needlefish, Herring and Pacific Sardines.
The salmon that had arrived earlier in the month, mainly being Chinook salmon, have been waiting in river estuary areas for stronger water flows to enter their natal streams. Needless to say, the foul wet weather that many normally dread from October through February was a welcome sight for local residents, understanding visitors, business owners, fishing outfitters, and especially for the magnificent Salmon that have made the Clayoquot Sound area a world class sport fishing destination.
Coho bite is on
September 22nd, 2006
The weather the last two days was not great for fishing opportunities for our guests. The 20th was an intense low pressure system that delivered ***** weather, and a tough Coho/Chinook bite. Thanks to our many guests (and guides) that endured these crappy conditions to return to the dock with some nice fish.
Yesterday, the 21st of September saw an intense high pressure pushed into the area with 25-30 K winds from the Northwest, again making fishing conditions offshore out of the question, and inshore Salmon fishing options were limited. At least our crews arrived back to the dock drier that the day before, and fishing faired a little better.
Today is an absolutely stellar day on the west coast of Vancouver Island for fishing, or whatever Tofino visitors want to do. The VHF radio chatter is full of good reports and happy crews that are fishing the Clayoquot Sound area. Coho Salmon in the 8-14 lb range are biting very good on shallow trolled spoons and Bucktails. The odd Chinook Salmon still cruising through provides for a little excitement while guests are targeting the late arrival Coho.
The weather forecast looks Phenominal for the next 5 days, and our guides are keen to host our guests for some great late season action.
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