Tofino, Vancouver Island, British Columbia Fishing Outlook Report Sept 2006

Following a great August fishery on Vancouver Island's west coast, the Tofino/Clayoquot Sound area continues to produce great action and prime opportunities for Chinook and Coho Salmon, as well as various Bottom fish and Halibut. Freshwater enthusiasts can also expect great options for the month of September.

With a strong forecasted return of Chinook and Coho Salmon destined to the Stamp/Somass River, and other systems along the south island, the phenomenal salmon fishing experienced in August, will no doubt spill over in to the month of September. The commonly reliable weather patterns of September in Tofino often help create the setting for some of the premier salmon fishing opportunities on the British Columbia coast. By the second and third week of September, the large transient Chinook Salmon start to thin in numbers along Tofino's rugged coastline, but the offshore waters often continue to provide a mix of mature and juvenile Chinook through early October. Opportunities for large Coho Salmon in the offshore waters is outstanding, and the near shore waters of Tofino/Clayoquot Sound provide a light tackle fishery during September and October that is favoured by many.

Consider trolling mini flashers and small spoons like the Gibbs Gypsy, Super Diamond or Needlefish, as well as needlefish hoochies and mini Tomic plugs.

This time of the year is often the height of Saltwater Fly fishermen's season, with large, aggressive Salmon hitting most flies with a vengeance. Cast flies like the Chartreuse Clayoquot Clouser or trolled Pink/Orange Buck tails will entice the true feeding characteristics of these great sport fish. Try Kutcous Pt., Chetarpe, or B.S. Pass with flooding tide the best.

The area's fresh water opportunities are now in prime time, with local lakes and streams offering great action on Rainbow and Cutthroat Trout, and some great catch and release action on various Salmon species as well as Summer Steelhead.

For some absolutely phenomenal late season fishing, consider Tofino's various options for a weekend getaway.

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Jay
Clayoquot Ventures
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