Salmon and Halibut fishing were strong in 2023
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by Sam
3M ago
By Sam Vandervalk of Salmon Eye Charters 11/25/23 Fishing was good in more than one spot on Vancouver Island. The east side saw a resurgence of both Chinook and Coho. The limits there have been less than desirable thanks so some not so friendly regulations from DFO for which I haven’t figured what the logic is. On the west coast out of Ucluelet we are lucky to still be able to get full limits of Chinook, Halibut and Lingcod during the summer season. We definitelty had some very good days fishing. Below is a recap on each species. If you haven’t fished the west coast lately, the trend is for t ..read more
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4 Products active travelers need.
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by Laurissa Cebryk
3y ago
Being fit and healthy is an important component of an adventurous life. That means that even when you’re not on the trail, paddling your kayak, or enjoying one of the numerous activities you love, you’ve got to find a way to keep up your strength and maintain limber muscles. Fitness during your downtime is key to preventing injury, and it can also help you recover from injury and get you back in shape to truly revel in your favourite adventures! What are you doing to make sure your body is in prime condition to let you enjoy the things you love? Evercore is an up-and-coming fitness company tha ..read more
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DFO putting VI communities in an uproar
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by Sam
3y ago
DFO is putting Vancouver Island communities in an uproar for an experiment that has no scientific validation. As some of you may know, our Southern Resident Killer Whale population from J and K pods are in trouble and there are a few likely causes which aren’t being addressed such as pollutants in the water, ship traffic, and whale watching boats constantly around the whales. Instead of addressing most likely causes, DFO is hoping to divert the attention by doing something most people that are close to salmon enhancement and sport fishing have great concern over. 2 of the largest issues for th ..read more
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How Well do you know Campbell River?
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by Laurissa Cebryk
3y ago
This East-Central fishing town marks the last stop before the long drive north to  towns like Telegraph Cove, Port McNeill and Port Hardy. Campbell River’s history lies deep within the tales of mining, logging and fishing, and the city claims to be the “Salmon Capital of the World.” It is a stunning place sitting alongside the ocean, which is hugged by snowcapped mountains beyond. Sculptures and carvings are scattered throughout the city and dotted along the parks, with the long Discovery Fishing Pier enticing you for a walk. The city is beginning to leave its rugged past behind and has r ..read more
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Desire an Escape? Discover Port Renfrew!
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by Laurissa Cebryk
3y ago
Just two hours outside of the province’s capital, Victoria BC, Port Renfrew couldn’t be any more different. While Victoria is Vancouver Island’s largest city, Port Renfrew is one of the smallest with only around 140 people living there year-round. Where Victoria is a place of urban bustle, stimulation and connection, Port Renfrew is a destination of solitude and disconnect; A chance to unplug from the world and get back to the beat and the rhythm of the ocean and forests of Vancouver Island. Originally, Port Renfrew was inhabited by the Pacheedaht First Nation, with the first of the white sett ..read more
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Getting to Paradise Should be a Challenge, Right?
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by Laurissa Cebryk
3y ago
For some, the drive to Tofino and Ucluelet is already an arduous journey, although it’s always worth the time, twists and turns. For the next couple years, however, it’s about to become even more of a trek. A section of Highway 4 is scheduled to be widened, repaired and upgraded, which means the potential for long delays, single lane alternating traffic, overnight closures and a bit more of a commitment to arrive at the beautiful west coast of Vancouver Island. By 2020, the roads should be good to go and the upgrades are aimed to increase the safety of the road, as well as enhance visitor expe ..read more
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Victoria B.C.: Vancouver Island’s Largest City
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by Laurissa Cebryk
3y ago
Victoria is not only Vancouver Island’s largest city, it is also the capital of the Province of British Columbia itself, making it a natural hotspot to visit. Plus, it has milder weather than most other places on the Island, and numerous other claims to fame. For visitors to Vancouver Island, Victoria is the most heard of city, and the most popular, seeing almost two million airport arrivals 2016! Wondering what makes Victoria such a fantastic destination? Check out some of the things to see and do in the big city below:   Photo by: Robin Dawes The City of Gardens Considering Victoria’s ..read more
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Bear, Wolf, and Cougar Safety
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by Laurissa Cebryk
3y ago
Vancouver Island is a walk on the wild side of things, and there are a few priorities guests should have when paying a visit. Most importantly, visitors need to recognize that being in the wilderness and wild animals come hand-in-hand. Learning about what type of animals are in the area, how to avoid them and what to do when you come across them is incredibly important to keep both yourself and the animals safe. They were, after all, here first. While you may not be visiting Vancouver Island to do some of the top things to do like hiking, kayaking and camping, there may still be times and plac ..read more
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Winter Whale Watching
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by Laurissa Cebryk
3y ago
Whale watching and winter don’t seem like they would have anything in common, but on the west coast of Vancouver Island, the two go together like peas in a pod! In fact, from February to April an incredible number of whales are passing through the area. This is the time of great gray whale migration as they endure their journey from Mexico all the way to the Artic. Nearly 20,000 whales swing by the coast with their babies on their way to feed. What does that mean for us Vancouver Islander’s? Two things.   Fantastic Whale Watching The Pacific Rim Whale Festival   Even from the shore ..read more
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Telegraph Cove
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by Laurissa Cebryk
3y ago
Telegraph Cove started off as a small fishing village just 210km away from Campbell River, a hub on the eastern coast of the Island. In search of a lineman’s station to act as the Campbell River telegraph line’s terminus, the Superintendent of Telegraphs claimed the area for the job in 1912, and the name Telegraph Cove was born.  By the time 1920 rolled around, a small lumber mill and salmon saltery had been set up, introducing industry to the small community. Ten years later, the logging industry had exploded, and Telegraph Cove’s logs played an important part in establishing buildings a ..read more
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