Sport Fishing Guides
Fishing Guides
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Southwestern Vancouver Island Fishing Guides
Fred Sieber, Big Salmon Fishing Charters, Port Alberni and Nitinat Lake
Formerly manager for the Nitinat Lake campsite, Fred has spent the past 7 years leading fishing charters from his home territory of Nitinat Lake and nearby Port Alberni. During that time he also worked for Parks Canada doing archaeological surveys and digs, and acted as the unofficial record keeper for the Ditidaht First Nation. Both roles have given him specialized knowledge of First Nations cultural history on the west coast, and Fred often combines this knowledge with fishing tours by taking his clients to tsuxwkwaada village, one of the only intact remains of traditional longhouses on Vancouver Island. The waters around Fred’s home territory are also frequented by gray, humpback, and orca whales; seals and sea lions; sea birds, porpoises, and sea otters, which you can look forward to seeing as Fred helps you track down your catch. A host of wild creatures also feast on the rich seashores around Barkley Sound, including black bears, wolves, mink, and racoons.
Boat: 28 ft aluminium herring skiff converted for the ocean; 225hp four stroke Yamaha outboard engine. Accommodates up to 10 people for whale watching or 6 people for fishing.
Equipment: Equipped with marine GPS, VHF sounder, electric downriggers, rods, and a hydraulic boom for pulling crab or prawn traps.
Other Services: Whale watching, bear watching, family fishing trips, cultural tours, wildlife viewing, sightseeing, camping services and outfitting, eco-tours, boat towing service (if you breakdown).
Season of Operation: All Year
Contact info:
Phone: 778-421-0438
Cell: 250-731-2734
Email: ditidaht_1@hotmail.com
207-4224 China Creek Road
Port Alberni, BC
V9Y 1R1
Pacific Rim Vancouver Island Fishing Guides
Bill and Joe Ginger, Silver Creek Tours, Bamfield
Raised in the small community of Kildonan on the West Coast of Vancouver Island, brothers Bill and Joe Ginger first experienced fishing when they worked as deck hands in the commercial fishing industry. After twenty years experience, Bill moved on to herring fishing in his forties. Together again, Bill and Joe now run private fishing charters for salmon and halibut. As members of the Uchuklesaht Tribe (Joe) and the Huu-ay-aht First Nation (Bill), the brothers love telling stories about “the good old days.” After a lifetime spent on the sea, they also understand the West Coast’s weather and know its prime fishing spots. Add to this their knowledge of the Nuu-chah-nulth language and traditions, and your trip is sure to be memorable. Fishing charters from Bamfield are also likely to see whales, sea otters, bears, and other wildlife along the way. Bill and Joe are fully certified in all safety procedures and their boat is certified by Transport Canada.
Boat: 24 foot Campion hardtop, with a 250 Suzuki four-stroke engine; 9.9 four-stroke engine for trolling. Certified by Transport Canada.
Equipment: Fully equipped with large-screen marine GPS, marine radar, sounder, electric downriggers, rods, toilet, and cell phone.
Other Services: Sightseeing tours, whale watching, eco-tours, business charters.
Season of Operation: May-September.
Contact info:
Phone: 1-604-230-9855
Email: josephginger@gmail.com
6391 Steele Court
Richmond, BC
V6Y 4G8
Larry Johnson, Aniitsachist Adventures, Bamfield
As a member of the Huu-ay-aht First Nation, Larry Johnson earned his ancestral name after performing a thunderbird dance for his Uncle. Aniitsachist, meaning “keeper of the sea” or “I alone own the sea,” is a “real chief’s name” and shows some of Larry’s love for the ocean. Beginning his charters in 1988, Larry first worked for Bamfield-area fishing lodges while also fishing commercially. In 2003, he bought his own boat and founded his tour company, which now services a steady stream of repeat clientele. As a lover of history, Larry offers fishing charters combined with stories of Barkley Sound. As his client, you can expect to draw on Larry’s rich knowledge of the area and come home with your choice of salmon, halibut, rockfish, prawns, crabs, and more. And because Barkley Sound is home to whales, eagles, bears, and other marine wildlife, Larry encourages you to bring your camera. Larry is fully certified in Marine Emergency Duties and small vessel operation.
Boat: 24 foot Campion hardtop, with a 250 Suzuki four-stroke engine; 9.9 four-stroke engine for trolling. Certified by Transport Canada.
Equipment: Fully equipped with large-screen marine GPS, marine radar, sounder, electric downriggers, and rods.
Other Services: Sightseeing tours, eco-tours, business charters.
Season of Operation: Year round. According to Larry, August is the best time to catch large salmon in Barkley Sound. For halibut and salmon, book anytime from May to the end of July.
Contact info:
Phone: 1-250-954-3331
Email: llr.johnson@shaw.ca
Northwestern Vancouver Island Fishing Guides
Derek Hansen, Four Seasons Sport Fishing Charters, Kyuquot
Living on the wild Brookes Peninsula, Derek Hansen has been a sport fisherman for over 12 years and a sport-fishing guide for seven. As a member of Ka:'yu:'k't'h' Nation, he also knows the history of the area and often takes clients to Acous, an old Cheklesaht village where totems still stand, remembering the days when Nuu-chah-nulth boats plied the waters in great numbers. Although many of his clients like to catch chinook salmon, Derek can help you land other kinds of salmon and fish including, halibut, snapper, and more. Because Kyuquot Sound is home to so much marine life, you might also catch sight of whales jumping, and seals and sea otters feeding in the rich coastal waters. Derek is fully certified in Marine Emergency Duties and Small Vessel Operation.
Boat: 20 ft long Bayliner Trophy; 150 Suzuki engine; back-up motor (9.9 kicker). Derek’s boat is fully certified by Transport Canada.
Equipment: Fully equipped with all electronics and safety gear, including marine GPS, compass, sounder, radar.
Contact info:
Phone: 1-250-332-5382
160 B Kyuquot Rd
Kyuquot, BC
V0P 1J0
Jordan Michael, Tyee Strikes Sports Fishing, Zeballos
Growing up at Nuchatlitz off the northern tip of Nootka Island, Jordan Michael spent much of his childhood with his grandfather fishing for salmon and halibut on his grandfather’s commercial troller. As a fourth generation fisherman and member of the Nuchatlaht First Nation, Jordan has a rich knowledge of the local waters. He founded his fishing charter business 13 years ago with a speciality in salmon and halibut. At the same time, Jordan has also worked guiding for local fishing lodges and in the logging industry as a Level Three First Aid Attendant. He enjoys helping his clients land their dream catch and pointing out the abundant wildlife at the same time. (Watch for whales and sea otters in particular while plying the wild waters of Esperanza Inet with Jordan.) Jordan can also offer packages for clients looking for accommodations with one of the local lodges.
Boat: 24-foot fibreglass Campion Explorer, with a 300 Suzuki four-stroke engine; 9.9 four-stroke engine for trolling. Certified by Transport Canada.
Equipment: Fully equipped with marine GPS, marine radar, sounder, electric downriggers, Islander reels, and top-of-the-line fishing gear.
Season of Operation: May-September for salmon and halibut.
Contact info:
Phone: 1-778-421-0682
Cell Phone: 1-250-730 0131
Email: jordanmichael_685@msn.com
PO Box 63
Zeballos, BC
V0P 2A0
Dave Miller, Tyee Charters, Zeballos
With 12 years of experience guiding on the West Coast, Dave Miller knows what makes a good fishing trip. Add to this his vast knowledge of Ehattesaht Tribe history and the region’s greatest fishing spots, and you’re sure to land your catch. The waters in Dave’s area are home to lingcod, cod, salmon, red snapper, halibut and other bottom fish. And thanks to the area’s wild coast, you might also see sea lions, eagles and other sea birds, sea otters, and even orcas, gray whales, and humpback whales. Dave is fully certified in Marine Emergency Duties and small vessel operation.
Boat: 22 ft long aluminium; 225 Yamaha four-stroke engine; back-up motor (9.9 kicker). Safety certified by Transport Canada and certified by the Canadian Coast Guard to operate as a water taxi.
Equipment: Fully equipped with marine GPS, marine radar, VHF sounder, downriggers, and rods.
Other Services: water taxi, sightseeing tours, eco-tours.
Season of Operation: year round.
Contact info:
Phone:1 250 761 4998
Cell Phone: 1 250 202 6458
Email: tyeecharters@gmail.com
Alan Smith, Alan Smith Fishing, Kyuquot
After a childhood spent fishing and eight years working for local fishing lodges, Alan Smith founded his own company dedicated to good service and great fun. Combined with his grandparents' cultural teachings, Alan's knowledge of fishing in Kyuquot territory is extensive. Add to this his expert boating skills and his attention to quality and your trip is sure to be a success. From May to September, expect to catch halibut, salmon, ling, bass, and squid (10-25 lbs). All year round Alan offers tours, fishing charters, water taxi service, and transport for divers who bring their own gear. Visit Kyuquot Sound for a glimpse of nature's splendour, including whales, sea birds, sea otters, and other wildlife. Alan is fully certified in Marine Emergency Duties and small vessel operation. He has also taken his First Host and Interpretive Guardian training.
Boat: 24 ft long Campion Explorer; 250 Yamaha four-stroke engine; back-up motor (9.9 kicker). Safety certified by Transport Canada.
Equipment: Fully equipped with top of the line equipment and all safety gear. Washroom aboard.
Other Services: Water taxi, sightseeing tours, diver transport.
Season of Operation: Year round.
Contact info:
General Delivery, Kyuquot, BC
V0P 1J0
Email: alansfishing@gmail.com
