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he Skeena Region covers a vast area of B.C., taking up the northwest quarter of the province. From mountains to valleys, lava beds and ocean, the Skeena Region has an enormous variety of terrain. This region has world-class rivers and thousands of lakes for anglers to explore.

Most of the lakes in the Skeena region, unlike in many other areas, sustain naturally producing wild populations of rainbow trout. However, there are also several lakes that are stocked regularly. The types of trout released here are rainbows, cutthroat and eastern brook trout. As well, you’ll find salmon and steelhead runs in the rivers, which should be on every angler’s bucket list.

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Rivers of the Skeena

Arguably the best fishing rivers in the world are in the Skeena Region. Find them on pages 34-37.

Freshwater Fishing Regulations

The Freshwater Fishing Regulations for all of the Skeena Region are available on pages 39-44.

BC Fishing Resorts / Outfitters Association The complete listings are printed on pages 46-48..

Some of the best fishing lakes in the Skeena Region can be found in the more eastern sections. Takysie, Babine and Nilkitkwa Lakes are teeming with trout. As well, the rivers in the western sections are a fly angler’s dream.

This guide contains 18 lakes and three rivers. Most of them are centred along the highway corridors, with a few off the beaten track.

Anglers of all persuasions will find a lot to keep them challenged in the Skeena region. From fly-in fishing in remote waters, to drifting world class rivers, to trolling with the family on a weekend getaway. The Skeena region offers much to explore. This guide is meant as an appetizer for some of the great fishing in this region. Around each lake featured in this guide are often dozens of other lakes that are just as productive. Maps for other lakes in this region are freely available at: www.AnglersAtlas.com FEATURING IN 2017

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STOCKING!

Find all the details about BC’s fish stocking program for the Skeena Region.

Stock Species Codes: CT

Coastal Cutthroat Trout

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nce again in 2017 is a complete listing of all members of the BC Fishing Resorts and Outfitters Association, as well as the updated Freshwater Fishing Regulations for the Skeena Region. We’ve also included fish stocking information for the lakes in this region, courtesy of the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC. Have you tried out the Angler’s Atlas app? Download free for iOS and Android. Our app features all of your favourite web site functionality. Save maps, create markers, explore old favourites, and find new ones, all from your phone!

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McDonell Lake 223 Hectares (531 Acres)

cDonnell Lake is a mediumsize lake located about 35 kilometres west of Smithers. It is the last in a chain of three popular fishing lakes located along the McDonnell Forest Service Road, preceded by Aldrich and Dennis Lakes.

14.6 metres (48 feet)

823 metres (2,700 feet)

Wedding Band is an excellent combination. Small spinners, such as a Mepps Aglia, can also be effective.”

The lake is near the headwaters of the Zymoetz (Copper) River, near the top of the mountain, and anglers should be prepared for strong winds. Also please note that there is no fishing allowed in the first three kilometres of the river flowing out of McDonnell The lake is known for its cutthroat Lake. trout, but also contains Dolly Varden. Although the fish are not The Copper River is known for its amazing steelhead fishery. often large, they are plentiful. Fishing this river, as with most Luke Saffarek, owner of rivers in the Skeena region, can Tiger Fly Outfitters, says that be the fishing adventure of a lifeMcDonnell Lake is ideal for a time. Wild steelhead are a thrill canoe or belly boat. to catch, their fight and vigor “For fly fishing in the spring, unmatched. Regulations affecting leeches and fry patterns work, the Copper River have changed. especially around the drop offs Please review regulations before and weed beds,” Saffarek sug- heading out. gests. “A trolled Rolled Muddler Minnow can be effective as well,” Luke Saffarek owns Tiger Fly Outfitters (tigerflyoutfitters. he adds. com), custom fly tiers. They ship Saffarek suggests that if you’re worldwide, tie all their flies by using lures, “a Willow Leaf and hand, and can help you catch more

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rom Terrace, head east to Smithers. Follow Hudson Bay Mountain Road from town, which turns into McDonnell Forest Service Road. McDonnell Lake is located about 35 km along this road, on the left (south) side of the road. Although there are no facilities on the lake, there used to be a forest recreation site at the east end. Anglers may be able to launch a small cartop boat at this location. There is another forest recreation site located at Dennis Lake, a few kilometres before reaching McDonnell Lake, which has five vehicle units.

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Babine Lake (North) 46,499 Hectares (114,897 Acres)

186 metres (610 feet)

abine Lake is home to a special strain of rainbow trout that grows much larger than common rainbow trout species. This strain of trout is part of a rare ecotype called the Sutherland population. These rainbow trout feed on kokanee and salmon fry, and grow quite large. There is limited information regarding the size of Babine Lake’s Sutherland population, and because it is a rare ecotype, anglers are encouraged to practise catch-and-release when going after these big rainbow trout to encourage the long-

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term sustainability of this species. Barbless hooks are also encouraged to improve survivability. Fisheries biologists and area stakeholders continue their research programs on Babine Lake to determine if the stock is sustainable at present levels. They look at the habitat and conduct surveys on tributaries as well.

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Don’t miss the popular Father’s Day Fishing Derby in June or the Babine Lodge Fishing Derby in July! (Continued on next page.)

Babine Lake is known for producing trophy char, rainbow trout and salmon.

Angler’s Atlas Field Staff member Kenneth Donaldson says that the trout in Babine Lake, “are considered by many to be comparatively large and aggressive fish and have been known to bite on sockeye rigs (flashers and bead setup @ <30’) as well as plugs (green / yellow and blue worked for me) trolled at many depths. While you don’t need a downrigger, I think it just gives you more control on the repetition of what depth works.” Donaldson adds that, “Willow leaf and small “lifelike coloured” lures, such as green and yellow work well at shallower depths.” Early in the season the trout will inhabit shallow waters, but as the water warms up the fish migrate to deeper, cooler sections of the lake.

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Babine Lake (South) 186 metres (610 feet)

he rainbow trout fishery offers great options for every type of angler. Fly fishers can float the section of water between Babine Lake and Nilkitkwa Lake, known as Rainbow Alley. Fishing in Rainbow Alley can be some of the best in the province. Fly patterns that can work well are stoneflies and F r y Egg

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+1, chinook and coho fry, and Epoxy Minnows and Stimulators. There are three major hatches to watch for—caddisflies, stoneflies and mayflies. When imitating these flies, it is important to know your insect’s patterns. For example, when emerging, damselflies will swim straight up and then to the edge, while dragonflies will swim to the edge before heading up.

Angler’s Atlas Field Staff member Kenneth Donaldson reports that the south end of Babine Lake, into Rainbow Alley, is great fishing. “I have fished at the Babine Lake end of Rainbow alley and caught more large Rainbows than when I have fished further into the lake (South of Granisle for example). This MAY be the fact that we were closer to the Rainbow Alley

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“funnel” and they were congregating there, but I would have expected these large Rainbows to congregate at the mouths of any tributaries, waiting for any injured fish releasing their eggs early.” The salmon population contributes to the great trout fishing in this part of the lake. Donaldson says that during June or thereabouts, the trout from both Babine and Nilkitkwa Lakes migrate through the river to gorge themselves on sockeye fry. Please be aware that several different restrictions apply. Please consult the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations and the salmon supplement regulations for more information. LAKE ACCESS

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Fort Babine. Granisle is located north of Topley (on Highway 16), following the Granisle Highway. Access to Smithers Landing/Fort Babine from Highway 16 is from Eckman Road, about 5 km east of Smithers on the right (east). Turn here and follow for 53 km. (Note: The road eventually turns into Babine Lake Road). Turn left (north) onto the Nilkitkwa Forest Service Road, and follow for 44 km, to the turnoff to Fort Babine on the right (east).

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Chapman Lake 668 Hectares (1,651 Acres)

32.6 metres (107 feet)

ith a variety of species, Chapman lake is a great place for anglers of all skill levels and experience. There are lots of options for year round fishing and camping.

785 metres (2,575 feet)

or novice anglers. Deleny notes that kokanee can pretty much be found all over the lake and are relatively easy to catch. He recommends fishing right from the shoreline. Kokanee can be caught using a number of lures or baits, however have been known to respond very well to flashers, and enjoy the colour red.

Mike Deleny, owner of Aspen Bay Cottages says that the end of July is the best time to fish, as fish are actively feeding. Lake trout, kokanee, and rainbow trout are the most For the more experienced sought after species of the lake. angler, or those looking for a Kokanee is a great fish for kids challenge, rainbow trout have proven to be a difficult species in Champan Lake. Head R0011385833 towards the river mouths and troll using an apex and large flasher. Deleny says before noon or just as the sun in setting is the best time of day for True NorTh rainbow trout.

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get turned around. Be sure to map out your route prior to heading to the lake. The road closes during November and December, however snowmobiles are welcome. There is a boat launch located at the campsite.

From Smithers, head southeast on Hwy 16 and turn onto Babine Lake Road for 38 km. Take a slight left onto Upper Fulton Forest Service Rd until you reach Chapman Lake is full of lake Chapman lake. trout as well. They tend to enjoy deep water, so best to target them from a boat and look for where the water drops off. Try jigging with soft plastic swimbaits or lipless crankbaits. LAKE ACCESS:

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Dragon Lake 531 Hectares (1,312 Acres)

9.5 metres (31 feet)

185 metres (607 feet)

ragon Lake is a medium-size lake located in the Nass Valley north of Terrace. Rainbow trout are a popular sport fish in this lake and are prized by fly fishers.

Fly fishers can try wet or dry flies when going after the rainbows. For wet flies, try Muddler Minnows, Chironomids, Dragonfly patterns and Leeches, all using a sinking line. For dry flies, try a Mayfly or Dragon Lake is known for producMosquito pattern along the edge of ing large wild-stock rainbow trout. weedbeds. The fishing is normally good yearround, and in the summer, the best Lure fishers can try small spintimes for fishing are going to be ners, such as Blue Foxes, Panther earlier and later in the day, in part Martins and Mepps —but keep the because heat can stress the fish, hooks small. and also because the recreational No special restrictions apply to activities can make fishing more this lake but make sure to conchallenging. sult the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis for the regional and provincial guidelines.

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Dragon Lake has a mediumsize recreation site in a semiopen area with eleven vehicle units. There is a boat launch and dock at the site, and it is RV accessible. Note: Dragon Lake can also be reached from Hwy 37N by turning west onto the Nass FSR at Cranberry Junction. Continue west on the Nass FSR for approximately 42 km.

Please remember that Dragon Lake is in bear country—both grizzly and black. Everyone should use caution when fishing this and other remote lakes and bring along bear bangers and spray. LAKE ACCESS

rom Terrace, follow Highway 16 west to Kalum Lake Drive, also known as the Nisga’a Highway. Follow this road north, 110 km, past New Aiyansh and the Nass Camp, to Dragon Lake. The lake is located about six kilometres past the camp, on the Nass Forest Service Road.

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Dunalter Lake 23 Hectares (57 Acres)

18 metres (59 feet)

785 metres (2,575 feet)

unalter Lake is a small lake located approximately 15 kilometres north of Houston. The lake is commonly referred to as Irrigation Lake and has good fishing for cutthroat and rainbow trout. In 2015, nearly 3,000 cutthroat trout were released into Dunalter Lake.

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Dunalter Lake is a good place for family fishing, conveniently located in a popular public park. There is a dock in the day use area, where anglers can easily cast a line. In other spots, the lake can be weedy, so boating with small boats or pontoons is popular.

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rom Burns Lake follow Highway 16 west, about 15 kilometres past Houston, to a sign reading “Irrigation Lake”. Turn left (west) onto a small road and follow for about half a kilometre to the lake.

In early spring, try chironomids, There is a day-use campground used while still-water fishing with a and picnicking area near the lake, strike indicator (bobber). and also a dock. The lake is easily As the lake warms up, hatch activ- accessed by belly boats, pontoon ity will increase with mayfly, caddis boats and canoes. and midge hatches. The midges usually hatch through to June. In June the mayflies and caddis start to emerge. Later in the summer, fishing dragonfly and leech patterns in the deeper water should work well.

There is a motor restriction in place on Dunalter Lake. See the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations for more information.

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Kitsumkalum Lake 1,969 Hectares (4,865 Acres)

139.9 metres (459 feet)

itsumkalum Lake is a large, deep lake about 25 kilometres north of Terrace. Also referred to as Kalum or Kitsumgallum Lake, it has good fishing for cutthroat trout and Dolly Varden.

149 metres (489 feet)

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as the provincial regulations, before going after salmon. This applies to both the lake and the river.

turn right (north) onto West Kalum Road. Follow this road for 27 km to the Redsand Demonstration Forest, and into Anglers going after cutthroat in the Hart Farm recreation site. Kitsumkalum Lake will be in for Kalum Lake Drive also leads to a real treat. Fishing for cutthroat Kitsumkalum Lake, along the is a great experience. At times, lake’s eastern shore. There are a cutthroat are entirely indiscrimi- few rugged boat launches on this nate about their food choices side of the lake, but the status of and will go after anything avail- these launches is unknown. For able. current information, head down At other times, these beauti- to one of the local tackle shops.

The Kitsumkalum River, at the north end of the lake, is known for its excellent salmon fishery. Special regulations apply for salmon, and anglers should consult the B.C. Freshwater Salmon Supplement published ful trout can be almost finicky. by Fisheries and Oceans, as well Try leech or stickleback patterns throughout the season, or a R0011385833 flatfish or Panther Martin, both in black and silver colour combinations.

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Lakelse Lake 1,460 Hectares (3,608 Acres)

31.7 metres (104 feet)

he opportunities seem endless on Lakelse Lake. The cutthroat and rainbow trout fisheries are one part of a great lake experience. An adventure playground awaits for the kids: explore the hiking trails amidst the old-growth forests or relax on the sandy beaches after a day of excellent fishing. Lakelse Lake is considered one of the region’s designated family fishing waters. One of the species in Lakelse Lake is cutthroat trout. When fishing cutthroat, remember that they are opportunistic feeders. They often prefer small fish, crustaceans and insects, but will go after anything available. Try fishing a minnow pattern with a slow retrieve. Gear fishers can try small silver spoons.

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head stamp. Please see the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations for more information.

There is a well-developed provincial park on the north and eastern shore of Lakelse Lake. The park consists of three separate sections—Gruchy’s Beach, Lakelse Lake Picnic Area and Furlong Bay Campground. The park is surrounded by the mountains of the Kitimat Range and stands of old-growth forests. LAKE ACCESS

rom Terrace, head south along Highway 37. Gruchy’s Bay and the picnic area are located about 15 km down highway. To get to the campground and boat launch, continue along the Try exploring the weed beds. A highway for another five km to black Woolly Bugger or black and Furlong Bay Campground. silver Flatfish, could prove effecThe camptive in deeper sections. ground has While cutthroat can often be found e x c e l l e n t in streams and rivers, please note f a c i l i t i e s , that special regulations apply to with a doublethe Lakelse River. This world- paved boat class river is catch-and-release launch, loading only for cutthroat trout. dock and plenty Lakelse River also provides excel- of parking space. lent steelhead fishing opportuni- Also, the launch is ties. Extensive regulations apply, located close to the such as a bait ban, motor and time day-use area of the restrictions and a mandatory steel- campground.

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Maxan Lake 638 Hectares (1,576 Acres)

axan Lake is a popular fishing lake, situated between Houston and Burns Lake. It offers excellent fishing for rainbow trout and burbot. Avoid the lake trout, as they are closed for fishing on this lake.

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For fly fishers, a standard leech pattern should work well, and lure fishers can try the reliable Willow Leaf with a worm if they are trolling.

If you are targeting burbot, try jigging just off the bottom with a small Buzzbomb. If you are spending the night, you may want to use a set line, as described in the Freshwater Fishing Regulations. Anglers are only allowed one line with a single hook, which must be at least 3 cm from the point to the shank. The line must be marked with your name, address and telephone number.

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There is a forest recreation site on the northwest shore of this lake in a sheltered bay. The site is accessible with 2WD and has twelve vehicle units. The site has a boat launch and small beach.

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rom Smithers follow Highway 16 east about 40 km past Houston, to Forestdale Road on your right (south). Follow this road for about five kilometres, which then turns into the Maxan Creek Road. Continue another 11 km along this road, which will take you directly to the shores of Maxan Lake.

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Nilkitkwa Lake 21 metres (69 feet)

712 metres (2,336 feet)

ilkitkwa Lake, which is flyfishing only, is a narrow lake famous for its great insect hatches and trophy trout.

Luke Saffarek, owner of Tiger Fly Outfitters, says that starting in the spring, “fry patterns are great to imitate the newly-hatched migrating salmon. “In the current of Rainbow Alley, try casting the fly out from the boat and throwing a downward mend to speed the fly up,” he suggests. “In the lake, a fry pattern such as a Muddler Minnow or Epoxy Minnow can be trolled along weed edges and drop offs for both rainbow trout and, occasionally, lake trout,” Saffarek says.

The great fishing continues through the summer. “In the summer, there are various stone fly and mayfly hatches, and it’s good to have a healthy selection of flies for the possibilities. Golden Stone, Lime Sally, Tom Thumbs and Parachute Adams are essential. Between the migrating fry and various hatches, Pheasant Tail Nymphs as well as Woolly Buggers fished around weed beds and drop offs can account for the trout.” The action doesn’t stop with rainbow trout. Saffarek points out that there are large lake whitefish in Rainbow Alley (the section of water between Nilkitkwa and Babine

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Lakes), as well as at the drop off Nilkitkwa Forest Service Road and where the alley flows into Nilkitkwa follow it for 44 km to the turnoff to Lake. Fort Babine on the right (east). For lake trout, Saffarek says that anglers can try a 2 inch smolt imitation on a slow sinking line, “worked swimmingly off the drop off where the alley flows into the lake.”

There is a small provincial park, accessible by boat, on Nilkitkwa Lake consisting of two sections of lakefront. Both lie within a protected bay and have nice beaches. Compared to its upstream neigh- Visit BC Parks website for further bour, Babine Lake, Nilkitkwa Lake information: is quite shallow and has large weed www.bcparks.ca beds. The Babine River flows through the lake, creating a slowmoving current well suited for drift fishing. The salmon runs on Babine River provide an excellent food source for rainbow trout, which are sustained by salmon carcasses as well as the salmon fry that emerge from stream beds.

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Onion Lake 15 Hectares (37 Acres)

19.8 metres (65 feet)

186 metres (610 feet)

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nion Lake is small lake south LAKE ACCESS of Terrace and is one of the rom Terrace, head south along few lakes in the area that are reguHighway 37, about 27 km. larly stocked with rainbow trout. Onion Lake is located along the The stocking program on Onion highway, on the right hand (west) Lake releases 1,000 rainbow trout side. yearlings. The program releases The trail that winds past Onion and trout every two years and includes Clearwater Lakes is considered an Tunkwa, Premier and Badger easy hike and they pass through strains of trout. The earliest known an old-growth reserve. Clearwater stocking of Onion Lake was in Lakes are a one-to-two km hike 1960, when 1000 rainbow trout fry along the trail and are ideally suitwere released. ed for belly boats or light-weight

Onion Lake is also known for the cross-country ski trails that wind through the area. In the summer, the trails are used by hikers and bikers, and the trails lead past two other lakes—Lower and Upper Clearwater Lakes—also known for fishing.

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Owen Lake 297 Hectares (734 Acres)

37.5 metres (123 feet)

wen Lake is a popular recreation lake with good fishing for rainbow trout and lake trout. Most of the rainbow trout are in the one- to two-pound range while the lake trout can reach up to 20 pounds. When fishing for rainbows, a Willow Leaf and worm is a good place to start. Another popular lure is the smaller size Apex Troutkillers in black or blue and with silver specks.

Fly fishers can try a stonefly nymph or Dragon Butler pattern. In the warmer weather, the rainbow trout will migrate to deeper

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reaches of the lake and a fishfinder can help locate the best depth to target these fish. When going after lake trout, try using a Williams Wobbler, Flatfish or Rapala Minnow. Make sure to get your line down deep and, if necessary, use a downrigger.

If you are in the area, it may be worthwhile to explore nearby Parrott Lakes, a chain of four lakes, considered family-friendly, with good fishing and camping available. As well, nearby Tagetochlain Lake is worth exploring. Members on the Angler’s Atlas website (anglersatlas.com/place/101366/ tagetochlain-lake) report that Tagetochlain Lake has a boat launch and supports a good population of char. LAKE ACCESS

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rom Houston, head south along the Morice River Forest Service Road (FSR) staying left (east) at the 27-km fork, keeping on the Morice-Owen FSR. The road wraps around the east side of the lake and there is a forestry recreation site on the lake shore. The recreation site is a very popular camping spot and has space for 20 vehicle units. The site also comes with a boat launch and is close to Nadina Mountain trail.

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Pine Lake 34 Hectares (84 Acres)

14.3 metres (47 feet)

207 metres (679 feet)

Expect the unexpected when it comes to insect hatches on Pine Lake. “There aren’t hatches all season, but when one happens, it happens quickly,” says Murray. Dragonflies and leeches are good choices. Chironomids and mayflies are good to have on hand as well. Cast a mayfly toward the emerging trout and just let it float for a while. Lure fishing on this lake can also be rewarding. “Small

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rom Terrace head west on Highway 16, across the Kitsumkalum River, and then turn right (north) onto West Kalum Road. Follow this road for 12 km to the Pine Lakes recreation site. This small site is located in a forested section, part of the Pine Lakes Trail. It is accessible by 2WD and there are five vehicle units for camping. The site also has a cartop boat launch.

ine Lake is a small lake close enough to Terrace to be great for daytrips with a flyrod.

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Cutthroat trout are the main target and fishing can be good on a wet or dry fly. Randy Murray, owner of Northcoast Anglers in Terrace, says that most people fish from shore or a small boat.

i s best,” says Murray. Rooster tails and Panther Martins are good choices, and some folks have good success with a standard Wedding Band and worm. Murray says the key is to keep it small and flashy.

Pine Lake Trail wraps around the lake and offers excellent views of the mountains and lake. This 6 km trail is an easy hike, suitable for family use. The trail is also popular among mountain bikers.

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Redsand & Treston Lakes 39/90 Hectares (96/233 Acres)

14/34 metres (48/112 feet)

112 metres (400 feet)

August 1972

ust south of Kitsumkalum Lake are Redsand and Treston lakes, located in the Redsand Demonstration Forest. The lakes are part of the Kitsumkalum River and offer good fishing for cutthroat trout and Dolly Varden, both with lures and fly patterns. Along with the fabulous fishing, enjoy walking and biking trails and spectacular mountain views.

Fly fishers can try emerging minnow and chironomid patterns on the bottom or a small midge pattern for the surface. Fish the emerging minnow pattern near the lake bottom to imitate a small fry.

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Lure fishers can try trolling a Wedding Band with worm. A maggot also works well. If you are going after cutthroat, black and silver colour combinations can w o r k well.

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This applies to both fly patterns and lures.

The west end of Treston Lake and north-west corner of Redsand Lake are suitable for belly boats and pontoon boats. It is recommended for anglers to use a larger boat on the eastern portion of the lakes as the current from the Kitsumkalum River is quite strong. Please be sure to consult both the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations as well as the federal Fisheries and Oceans regulations. LAKE ACCESS

rom Terrace, follow Highway 16 across the Kitsumkalum River and turn right (north) at the Kalum Forest Service Road. Continue down this road about 26 km to the Redsand Demonstration Forest.

Although there are three camping locations within the demonstration forest, only one is located on Redsand Lake. This large site has 20 vehicle units for camping. The site is accessible with 2WD and is connected to a wheelchairaccessible interpretive trail. The Redsand Demonstration Forest is a popular destination that offers a wide range of recreational activities. There are three campgrounds, three trails and a variety of ecotypes within the demonstration forest, which also has a selfguided interpretive loop.

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Ross Lake 33 Hectares (82 Acres)

oss Lake is an ideal family lake, ranking as a family fishing water in the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations. Family fishing waters are easily accessible and offer good catching opportunities with easy fishing from shore.

8.2 metres (27 feet)

402 metres (1,319 feet)

indicator are great for the brook and rainbow trout in Ross Lake. “You may have to put in time, but the fish are there. Be patient and you’ll get them,” he says. Saffarek recommends a slowly trolled olive and red Straggle Leech in the early spring and later fall. Lure fishers can try small spoons. Troll slowly along the drop offs or cast from the new dock or boat launch.

Luke Saffarek owns Tiger Fly Outfitters (tigerflyoutfitters.com), and he hand-ties flies especially for lakes in the Skeena Region and beyond. As well, he’s fished the area for many years. Saffarek reminds anglers that Ross Saffarek suggests that Microleeches Lake is “also an excellent ice fishand Chironomids fished with an ing lake. With its crystal-clear water, you can see the fish from inside an ice hut.”

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Leech is available through Luke Saffarek’s website. As well, stop by Oscar’s for more gear and to find out what’s working in local lakes! Please note that there is a motor restriction on the lake, allowing electric motors only. Ross Lake is one of the few lakes in the region that is stocked by the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC. In 2016, 3,000 rainbow trout were added to the lake.

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rom Terrace, follow Highway 16 east and just after New Hazelton there is a turnoff for Ross Lake Provincial Park on your right (north). Turn here and follow the road to the lake. The park is very scenic and has a picnic area, beach, hiking trail and boat launch. The boat launch is single lane and gravel with a gentle grade. The park is for day use only.

Saffarek’s preferred bait for ice fishing is a raw prawn, but working leech-like jigs right off the bottom is also highly effective, he says. Tiger Fly Outfitters, and Oscar’s Source for Adventure in Smithers, can both help to catch you more fish! The Straggle

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Round Lake 182 Hectares (450 Acres)

20.4 metres (67 feet)

ound Lake is located on the east side of Highway 16 between Houston and Smithers. Also considered a Family Fishing Water according to the BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations, the lake boasts excellent cutthroat trout fishing. In 2016, the BC Freshwater Fisheries Society released 3,000 cutthroat trout into Round Lake. Alex Bussman, from Oscar’s Source for Adventure in Smithers, says that he has fished round lake. “It’s a great

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Stop by Oscar’s Source for Adventure in Smithers to set up for fishing all of the lakes and rivers in the Skeena region. Alex Bussman and the knowledgeable staff will help you with your gear selection, Some of the best options for as well as with tips and tricks Round Lake are with troll- for your favourite places. ing. Bussman suggests trolling If you’re looking for great spinners such as an orange fly patterns for the Skeena Blue Fox. Wedding Bands are Region, look no further than also popular, he notes, “and Luke Saffarek’s Tiger Fly of course the old worm work, Outfitters. Saffarek knows the too!” region well, and ties his own A popular driving tour uses custom flies. Round Lake as its centerpiece. See his webAfter turning onto Round Lake site at tigerRoad, you are taken on a circu- f l y o u t f i t lar tour through dairy farming ters.com. place to take a family,” he says. “There’s easy access from both Smithers and Telkwa. It’s got a nice little boat launch, and it’s stocked with cutthroat. I’ve also caught a few nice rainbows there.”

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rom Houston, travel west along Highway 16 to Round Lake Road on your right (east), roughly 10 km before Smithers. Follow this road for a few kilometres to the community hall, where you will find a boat launch. The lake is good for families with plenty of fish for the kids.

country. From various vantage points, you are able to get spectacular views of the four mountain ranges of the Bulkley Valley: Telkwa Range, Hudson Bay Range, Hazleton Range and the Babine Mountains. Near the end of the tour, you will catch a quick glimpse of beautiful Tyhee Lake, just a few kilometers northwest of Round Lake.

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Tyhee Lake 317 Hectares (783 Acres)

yhee Lake is a popular destination lake for local residents as there is a provincial park that borders its western shore. The lake is also known for its excellent rainbow trout fishing in the spring and fall.

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527 metres (1,729 feet)

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beds is a good starting point,” Saffarek suggests.

“There are various shallow shoals in Tyhee Lake where early spring fish will feed in two to three feet of water. A microleech on an indicator or an unweighted Woolly Luke Saffarek, local angler and Bugger worked slowly is a great custom fly-tier, says that fishing way to get these fish,” he adds. in Tyhee Lake, “is best in the If you’re using hardware, Saffarek early spring and late fall, as the recommends trolling conventional lake warms up significantly in the flasher / attractors such as a Ford summer. Fender, or a Willow Leaf with

“Trolling a fly or fishing an indi- a Wedding Band, spinner or fly cator with a microleech or chi- behind it. ronomid along the various weed Tyhee Lake is one of the few that are stocked. In 2016, the BC Freshwater Fisheries Society R0011385833 released 15,000 rainbow trout here. Stop by Oscar’s Source for Adventure in Smithers to set up for fishing all of the lakes and rivers in the Skeena region. Alex True NorTh Bussman and the knowledgeable staff will help you with your gear FishiNg gear selection, as well as with tips and tricks for your favourite places. www.truenorthfishinggear.com sales@truenorthfishinggear.com

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yhee Lake is located just outside of Telkwa. From Smithers, head east along Highway 16, to the town of Telkwa. Then follow the signs to Tyhee Lake Provincial Park, roughly 2 km off the highway. The park has excellent facilities, If you’re looking for great fly pat- offering a concrete boat launch, terns for the Skeena Region, look loading dock and plenty of parkno further than Luke Saffarek’s ing space. The launch is located Tiger Fly Outfitters. Saffarek close to the day-use area of the knows the region well, and ties his park, which features 26 picnic own custom flies. See his website tables, fire pits and a playground at tigerflyoutfitters.com. for children.

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Takysie Lake 514 Hectares (1,270 Acres)

11.6 metres (38 feet)

772 metres (2,532 feet)

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guest’s boat to the other and graze her head in the process. It was priceless!”

There is a special no fishing area on Takysie Lake between March 1 and May 31. Signs are posted on opposite shores of the lake to mark the no-fishing boundary, just north of Takysie Lake settlement. Please consult the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis before fishing this lake. LAKE ACCESS

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akysie Lake is south of Burns Lake, between Francois Lake and the Nechako Reservoir. It is known for its wild rainbow trout fishery and has several accomodation options. It is also a great family fishing lake. David Gruen from Takysie Lake Resort says the fishing is “fabulous. Kids can catch lots of fish right off the dock.”

Gruen says that there are a lot of places on the lake where fishing is especially good. “Early in the year, it’s best along the shores and behind the island. Throughout the summer, anywhere is a good place to catch fish here!”

Some of his favourite lures are a Bear Valley Willow Leaf and worm, a Bear Valley spinner, and a Wedding Band. These are best for trolling, he suggests.

Fly anglers may want to try a pearl Minnow Streamer. Gruen adds that a Muddler works well, too. Gruen notes that one great part about fishing on Takysie Lake is the type of fish. “These fish are extremely acrobatic and give an almost daily show when the lake is open. They’re fun to watch, fish and catch. I know it sounds like a ‘fish tale,’ but we’ve had, on several occasions, fish jump into boats. One year, we even had a fish jump from one side of a

rom Burns Lake, follow Highway 35 south to the Francois Lake ferry. Take the ferry across the lake and continue south for another 24 kilometres to the northwest tip of Takysie Lake.

David and Rise Gruen at Takysie Lake Resort can be reached at (250) 694-3403, or email them at takysie@xplornet.com or visit their website at www.takysielakeresort.ca There is also a forest recreation site on the northern shore of the lake. It is a twelve-unit site and a popular camping and fishing destination. The site has a boat launch.

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Uncha Lake 15.2 metres (50 feet)

692 metres (2,270 feet)

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these patterns about six feet below the surface, or cast and strip. For these trout, try areas near bays.

Lodge, located on the north shore of the lake, and a recreation site on the south shore.

The most popular lures are the Flatfish, T50 and T60 in a silver or coho blue colour. Other colours are also popular, including lures in black, red and white.

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There is good signage guiding travellers to Moosehorn Lodge, located just off the Uncha Lake Road. The lodge offers 12 log cabin rentals, space for 20 full-hookup RVs, numerous camping pads and boat rentals.

ncha Lake, south of Francois Lake, has good fishing for rainbow trout and big char. Some anglers have even reported char greater than 30 pounds. If you are fishing for char, make sure your lure goes deep as they retreat to colder water in the heat of the summer months.

Roger Kyncl from Moosehorn Lodge says that the rainbow trout fishing is also great: “So many things work really well.” Small Apex seem to be consistent producers. Trolling works best, he adds. Fly fishers may want to try standard patterns such as Doc Spratleys, leeches and Woolly Worms. Either troll with

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rom Burns Lake follow Highway 35 south to the Francois Lake ferry and cross the lake. Turn left immediately after leaving the ferry onto Uncha Lake Road. The lake offers two accommodation options for anglers—Moosehorn

To get to the forest recreation site, continue along Uncha Road until meeting Campbell Road. Turn right here (south), and continue about four kilometres to Binta Road. Turn left (east) and continue for another 8 kilometres. The site is located on the left side (north). Angler’s Atlas member FordManiac reports that this boat launch is fairly shallow, and that moored boats can be subject to high winds here.

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Kitsumkalum River O

n the doorstep of Terrace is the mouth of the Kitsumkalum River, famous for its big salmon. The chinook fishery on this river closes in early August.

If chinook are not in season, you are still in for spectacular angling. There is also excellent fishing for steelhead, Dolly Varden, cutthroat and bull trout. The worldclass coho fishery also opens from tackSeptember 1 to October 31. le shop In the lower stretch of the river about the there is a canyon which can be locations to difficult to pass through. Boaters avoid. should talk to a marine dealer or Bar fishing is a popular technique for salmon fishing, R0011385833 and is something you can do right from shore. Medium to heavy rods and lines work best as salmon are strong fighters. Use a weight about 3 to 5 feet from the lure True NorTh and a small-sized Spin-n-glo. The FishiNg gear weight will allow the lure to rise just off the bottom. Cast out and then wait for a fish to come and strike the lure. www.truenorthfishinggear.com sales@truenorthfishinggear.com

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Backtrolling is effective if you have a boat and a good lure to use is the HotShot. Another common technique is simply casting a spoon from shore. Fly fishers can try spey patterns.

We remind anglers that this river and all its tributaries are classified waters and require a special

licence. Ask a lot of questions when heading out, read all of the regulations and talk to local sports shops about restrictions. Several visitor and resident regulations were introduced in 2013, and should be reviewed before your trip. Anglers should also consult both the federal and provincial regulations for all salmon openings. Please consult the updated list of closures, which is available on the website at pac.dfo-mpo.gc.ca. Follow the links to the sections on recreational fishing.

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he main access road up the Kitsumkalum River is the Nisga’a Highway, which wraps along the eastern side of the river to the lake.

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Kispiox River

Jigs are also popular for fishing coho. The Marabou jig can be q u i t e life-

he Kispiox River is world famous for its steelhead, but there are a number of other species present that make for great angling opportunities.

Good-sized bull trout are numerous in the Kispiox, and reportedly they will go after just about anything. A good fly to try is a Marabou, which works well for steelhead, too. People from all over the world come for the steelhead. These fish are well known for their fight, and many anglers report that the thrill of the chase alone is well worth the trip.

rent. Free-spool the float down the stream, with the jig hanging below it. Keeping most of your line out of the water helps reduce the drag.

Please remember to consult the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations as well as the federal Fisheries Regulations for information before you head out. The Kispiox River is classified water and special regulations apply. ABOUT THE RIVER

he Kispiox River runs for 160 kilometres before meeting the Skeena River, just north of New Hazelton. It is a diverse system with the headwaters beginning at productive Swan Lake.

There are a lot of feeder creeks with a variety of fish and habitat.

The river is home to all six salmon species, as well as bull trout, and numerous other sport and coarse fish populations. Lamprey are also found in the watershed.

like, and coho will often strike from a distance to get it.

Using a standard steelhead rod, anywhere from nine to ten-and-a-half feet, cast the float and jig along the river and let it float with the current. Make sure the float is running the same speed as the cur-

the Village of Kispiox, located at the confluence of this river and the Skeena. There are several forestry roads that lead up the Kispiox River. The Kispiox Trail road winds along the north side of the River with two recreation sites on the side of the road. See map for details.

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The coho fishery is open until the end of September (consult the regulations for specific opening and closing dates each year). They can be caught with Vibrex spinners, or blue or pink Bunnies. Good flies to try would be blue or black Moons, or Intruders.

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teelhead season on the Morice River is not to be missed. This river attracts anglers from all over the world, providing exceptional adventure in spectacular surroundings.

Try fishing dry flies with a waking technique. The objective is to create a wake, or a V pattern behind the fly for the steelhead to cue on. The trailing wake needs to be big enough so that it can be seen by the fish. In slow-moving clear water, a smaller wake will work, but as the turbulence and turbidity increase, the size of the wake needs to be larger in order to be seen by feeding fish. This works best in shady areas, or before the sun is fully up. Try fishing areas where there is a distinctive drop-off, such as around rocks. Put a bit of bend on the line and cast across on a 45-degree angle. Before heading out to fish this wild river, remember that special regulations apply to this fishery. There are two sets of regulations that must be consulted— the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations, and the Freshwater Salmon Supplement, produced by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans. ABOUT THE RIVER

he Morice River emerges from the north end of Morice Lake and runs for more than 80 kilometres to the confluence of the Bulkley River near Houston. Five species of salmon are known to inhabit this system, including chinook, pink, chum, sockeye, coho and steelhead. While the Morice River is known for its excellent salmon fishing, it is also home to trout, including rainbow, cutthroat and Dolly Varden.

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rom Terrace, head east along Highway 16 to the town of Houston. Turn right (south) onto the Morice River Forest Service Road (FSR), which winds along the Morice River for nearly its entire length.

There are several recreation sites located along the forestry road that offer locations to fish or put in a pontoon boat. See map for general location of recreation sites. The Toyota Tacoma is well-suited for these hard-toreach fishing destinations. With high clearance, 4WD and exceptional reliability, the Tacoma will help you navigate some of the toughest terrain.

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2017 to 2019

Skeena Fishing Regulations Changes as of April 1, 2017 highlighted.

GENERAL RESTRICTIONS NO FISHING: in any stream in the watersheds of the Skeena River upstream of Cedarvale or Nass River upstream of Kitsault Bridge, Jan. 1 to June 15 (NOTE: Nass River mainstem is EXEMPT and Skeena River mainstem upstream of Cedarvale is only closed Jan. 1 to May 31). See tables for other exceptions. NO FISHING: in any stream in the Iskut River watershed (upstream of Forest Kerr Canyon), April 1 to June 30; and in the Fraser River watershed in Region 6, April 1 to June 30. Single barbless hook: must be used in all streams of Region 6, all year. Set lining for burbot is permitted in the lakes of Region 6. Please refer to set lining and the use of fin fish for bait on page 9. REGION 6 DAILY QUOTAS (See tables for exceptions) Arctic grayling: 3 Burbot: 5 Inconnu: 1 Kokanee: 10 (none from streams) Northern pike: 5 Whitefish: 15 (all species combined) White sturgeon: CLOSED TO ALL FISHING Trout/char: 5, but not more than • 1 over 50 cm (includes hatchery steelhead) • 3 Dolly Varden/bull trout and/or lake trout combined • 1 trout from streams July 1-Oct 31

Skeena 2017

And you must release: • all Dolly Varden/bull trout from streams all year • Trout under 30 cm from any stream • Trout of any size from streams Nov 1-June 30 • Lake trout from Fraser and Skeena watersheds, Sept. 15 to Nov. 30 • all wild steelhead POSSESSION QUOTAS Possession quotas = 2 daily quotas. (See tables for exceptions) DAILY AND ANNUAL QUOTAS FOR SALMON Please refer to the NOTICE on page 4 ANNUAL QUOTAS Annual catch quota for all B.C.: 10 hatchery steelhead per licence year.

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FOR SALMON INFORMATION Fisheries and Oceans Canada District Offices (DFO) Terrace: (250) 615-5350 Smithers: (250) 847-2312 New Aiyansh: (250) 633-2408 North Coast (Prince Rupert): (250) 627-3499 Whitehorse (MU’s 6-19 to 6-29) (867) 393-6722 REPORT TAGGED FISH Please report all tagged fish captured in the Skeena Region (except salmon) to the Regional Fish and Wildlife office in Smithers at 1-800-663-7867. Report information should include fish species, tag color and number, date and location of capture. Please leave name and contact information for a possible reward and to receive fish details.

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2017 to 2019

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TABLE LEGEND See the following tables for exceptions and additional regulations on specific waters.  Stocked Lake (not all stocked lakes listed, see p. 87) CW Classified Waters Licence required to fish Class I or Class II waters, see p. 8 * Including tributaries

IMPORTANT NOTICE Freshwater angling regulations and fisheries management for Haida Gwaii (Management Units 6-12 and 6-13) are now within Region 1. Refer to the Region 1 section (p. 13) for angling regulations on Haida Gwaii and contact Region 1 for any Haida Gwaii anlging enquiries. See pages 82-84 for information on aquatic invasive species and cleaning, draining, and drying your boat

ALDRICH LAKE ATLIN LAKE

6-9 6-25 6-27

BABINE LAKE

6-6

BABINE RIVER CW 6-8 (When angling within Babine River Corridor Park anglers must abide by posted Park specific rules)

BASALT LAKE BEAR RIVER* (Sustut Watershed) BELL-IRVING RIVER BENNETT LAKE

6-1 6-18 6-17 6-28

BISH CREEK* BUCKINGHORSE LAKE

6-11 6-20

BUCKLEY CREEK

6-21

BUCKLEY LAKE

6-21

BULKLEY RIVER CW

6-9

CASEY LAKE CHESLATTA LAKE

6-4 6-4

CHESLATTA RIVER ( below falls)

6-4

Skeena 2017

REPORT TAGGED FISH Please report any tagged Cutthrout Trout and/or Bull Trout/Dolly Varden captured in the Skeena Region to the Regional Fish and Wildlife office in Smithers at 1800-663-7867. Report information should include tag number, date and location of capture. Please leave name and contact information for the provision of a reward and fish details

Release rainbow trout over 50 cm Lake trout daily quota = 3: EITHER none over 60 cm, OR only 1 over 60 cm and the other 2 must be 60 cm or less; Arctic grayling daily quota = 3 (only 1 over 35 cm); Northern pike daily quota = 5 (only 1 over 70 cm); whitefish daily quota = 5 Only one daily quota may be retained from Atlin Lake regardless of which side of the border the fish were taken No Fishing east of a line from Gullwing Creek to the south shore of Babine Lake No Fishing within a 400 m radius of the mouth of Pinkut Creek, Aug 15-Sept 15 That section of flowing water between Babine and Nilkitkwa lakes is designated Babine River (see map 2 page 61); Regional stream regulations apply. Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens on Saturdays and Sundays from the juvenile fish counting weir located at the outlet of Nilkitkwa Lake to the Nilkitkwa River confluence, Sept 1-Oct 31 (See map 7, page 63) No Fishing between fishing boundary signs posted approximately 100 m upstream of and 80 m downstream of the adult fish counting fence, located approximately 1.8 km downstream of Nilkitkwa Lake Open all year in the stream channel known as “Rainbow Alley” located between Babine and Nilkitkwa lakes (see map 2 page 61) Fly fishing only (a) from the Fort Babine bridge downstream to signs posted 100 m upstream of the adult fish counting fence (including Nilkitkwa Lake), during open times and (b) from signs about 80 m downstream of the adult fish counting fence to Nichyeskwa Creek, June 16-Sept 30 Bait ban No angling from boats downstream of adult fish counting fence; location of fence as described above Class 1 water Sept 1-Oct 31; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Sept 1-Oct 31 from the juvenile fish counting weir located at the outlet of Nilkitkwa Lake downstream to the Babine River’s confluence with the Skeena River (See map 7 page 63) No ice fishing; trout release; bait ban, single barbless hook Closed all year Bait ban, Aug 1-Dec 31 Lake trout daily and possession quotas = 2 (only 1 over 90 cm, none between 60 cm and 90 cm); Arctic grayling daily and possession quotas = 4 (only 1 over 44 cm, none between 36 cm and 44 cm); Northern pike daily and possession quotas = 4 (only 1 over 100 cm, none between 70 cm and 100 cm); whitefish daily quota = 5. B.C. and Yukon angling licences are valid on all parts of Bennett Lake, but only one daily quota may be retained regardless of which side of the border the fish were angled, and anglers must follow tackle restrictions and other regulations for the jurisdiction where angling. Trout release; bait ban No fishing within 100 m of outlet, May 15-July 31 Trout/char daily and possession quotas = 2 (none over 50 cm); bait ban, single hook No fishing Nov 1-Apr 30 Rainbow trout daily quota = 1 (none over 50 cm); bait ban No fishing Nov 1- Apr 30 Rainbow trout daily quota = 2 (none over 50 cm); bait ban, single barbless hook Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens on Saturdays and Sundays, Sept 1 - Oct 31 See Suskwa River and Telkwa River No Fishing upstream of Morice/Bulkley River confluence Bait ban, Aug 1-Dec 31; bait ban all year for Morice R. and Suskwa R.; no bait ban for Two Mile Creek No angling from boats from Morice River to CNR bridge at Barrett, Aug 15-Dec 31, and in Moricetown Canyon or within 100 m downstream, all year Class II water Sept 1-Oct 31 and Steelhead Stamp mandatory Sept 1-Oct 31 Bait ban, single barbless hook; engine power restriction - 7.5Kw (10 hp) Lake trout release, Sept 15-Oct 31 Lake trout daily and possession quotas = 3 (only 1 over 50 cm), Nov 1- Sept 14 Trout release; bait ban

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2017 to 2019

Changes as of April 1, 2017 highlighted.

CHILKOOT TRAIL NATIONAL HISTORIC PARK WATERS CHIPMUNK LAKE COPPER RIVER CRANBERRY RIVER

6-28

No Fishing. Please contact Parks Canada for details (see page 11 in the Provincial Regulations)

6-1 6-9 6-15

DALA RIVER*

6-3

DAMDOCHAX CREEK CW

6-17

DEEP CREEK DENNIS LAKE “ DIANA” CREEK

6-15 6-9 6-14

DORIS LAKE DUNALTER LAKE (Irrigation Lake)  EAST GRIBBELL CREEK

6-8 6-9 6-3

ECSTALL RIVER* CW ENDAKO RIVER FRANÇOIS LAKE

6-11 6-4 6-4

FULTON RIVER*

6-8

GATCHO LAKE GITNADOIX RIVER* CW HAYS CREEK* (in Prince Rupert)

6-1 6-10 6-14

HELENE LAKE HEVENOR (Mcqueen) CREEK* HILL-TOUT LAKE INSECT CREEK* ISHKHEENICKH RIVER ISKUT RIVER

6-6 6-30 6-9 6-15 6-14 6-21

JOHANSON LAKE KATHLYN LAKE KHUTZEYMATEEN RIVER* KILDALA RIVER* KISPIOX RIVER* CW

6-18 6-9 6-14 6-3 6-30

KITEEN RIVER KITIMAT RIVER*

6-15 6-3

KITSEGUECLA RIVER CW

6-9

Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook See Zymoetz River Closed all year between signs above and below Cranberry River Canyon Note: The section of river from Cranberry-Kiteen junction to Nass River is the Cranberry River Bait ban, Aug 1 - Dec 31 Bait ban, June 1-June 14 and Aug 2-Oct 15 No fishing June 15-Aug 1 Bait ban Class II water Sept 1-Oct 31*; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Sept 1-Oct 31* Closed all year Release rainbow trout over 50 cm No fishing Aug 1-Oct 31; Bait ban Unnamed stream between Diana and Prudhomme lakes. Also see Prudhomme Lake (south of the Hwy 16 bridge) Lake trout release Electric motors only Closed all year Unnamed stream on Gribbell Island across Ursula Chan. from Goat Harbour Class II water all year; Steelhead Stamp not required unless angling for steelhead No fishing Nov 15-June 30 For the area at the outlet of François Lake described on map 1, page 59: No Fishing Nov 15-May 31; char daily quota = 2, no more than 1 over 50 cm; rainbow trout release; Bait ban; single barbless hook; no set lining No Fishing May 1-June 15 Angling permitted in Fulton River opposite the spawning channels, as signed Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Class I water all year; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Apr 1-May 31 No Fishing upstream of fishing boundary signs posted downstream of lower culvert near fish cannery in Prince Rupert Includes “Oldfield” Creek No fishing northwest of a line between signs on opposite shores of the outlet bay,Apr 1-June 30 Open all year, bait may be used, trout daily quota = 1 (no minimum size) Closed all year No fishing Jan 1-June 15 See Ksi Hlginx River No fishing downstream of Forest Kerr Canyon*, Apr 1-Apr 30 No powered boats between Natadesleen Lake and Kinaskan Lake Closed all year No powered boats Closed all year Bait ban, June 1-Oct 15 Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens on Saturdays and Sundays, Sept 1 - Oct 31 Bait ban (EXCEPT Hevenor Creek) No angling from boats, no powered boats Class II water Sept 1-Oct 31; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Sept 1-Oct 31 See Skeena River/Kispiox River confluence Bait ban, Aug 1 - Dec 31 No Fishing on the West half of river between fishing boundary signs near Kitimat Hatchery outfall Hatchery steelhead daily quota = 1; hatchery steelhead monthly quota = 10; Note: province-wide hatchery steelhead annual quota = 10 When you have caught and retained your daily steelhead quota from the Kitimat, you must stop fishing the Kitimat for the remainder of that day Bait ban, May 15-Aug 31 No powered boats Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens on Saturdays and Sundays, all year Bait ban, Sept 1-Dec 31 Class II water all year*; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Sept 1-Oct 31*

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Skeena Fishing Regulations

2017 to 2019

Changes as of April 1, 2017 highlighted. KITSUMKALUM (Kalum) RIVER*CW

6-15

KITWANGA RIVER* CW

6-30

KLAHOWYA LAKE

6-20

KLOIYA RIVER

6-14

KLUATANTAN RIVER* CW

6-18

KOWATUA CREEK KSI HLGINX RIVER (formerly Ishkheenickh River) KSI SGASGINIST CREEK

6-26 6-14

KSI SII AKS RIVER

6-14

KSI X’ANMAS RIVER* CW

6-14

KWINAGEESE RIVER* CW

6-30

KWINAMASS RIVER* CW LACHMACH RIVER LAIDLAW LAKE

6-14 6-14 6-25 6-27

LAKELSE LAKE LAKELSE RIVER* CW

6-11 6-10

LEAN-TO CREEK MAXAN LAKE MCDONNEL LAKE MCQUEEN CREEK* MEZIADIN RIVER* MORICE RIVER* CW

6-15 6-9 6-9 6-30 6-16 6-9

MORLEY LAKE

6-25

MURRAY LAKE

6-4

NAGLICO LAKE NAKINA RIVER NATADESLEEN LAKE NICHYESKWA CREEK NILKITKWA LAKE

6-1 6-26 6-21 6-8 6-8

Skeena 2017

6-15

Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens on Saturdays from the outlet of Kitsumkalum Lake to Glacier Creek confluence all year (See map 3 page 63) Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens on Sundays for the entire river all year Class II water all year*; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Aug 7 - May 31 Bait ban Jan 1-June 15 Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens on Saturdays and Sundays, all year Bait ban, Sept 1-Dec 31 Class II water all year; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Sept 1-Oct 31 No fishing within 100 m of outlet, May 15 - July 31 “ Trout/char daily and possession quotas = 2 (none over 50 cm); bait ban, single hook No fishing Aug 1-Oct 31 Bait ban Bait ban, Sept 1-Dec 31 Class II water all year; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Sept 1-Oct 31 No fishing Dec 1-June 30 and Aug 20-Sept 15 No fishing June 15-Sept 1 No fishing July 1-Sept 15 Formerly Seaskinnish Creek No fishing above Nass Road bridge, Aug 1-Dec 31 FormerlyTseax River No fishing upstream from the lower bridge abutments, July 1-Aug 20 Class II water Apr 1-Sept 30; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Apr 1May 31 Formerly Kwinamass River Class II water Sept 1-Oct 31; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Sept 1-Oct 31 Bait ban, Aug 1-Dec 31 See Ksi X’anmas River Bait ban Lake trout daily quota = 3: EITHER none over 60 cm, OR only 1 over 60 cm and the other 2 must be 60 cm or less; Arctic grayling daily quota = 3 (only 1 over 35 cm); Northern pike daily quota = 5 (only 1 over 70 cm); whitefish daily quota = 5. B.C. and Yukon angling licences are valid on all parts of Laidlaw Lake, but only one daily quota may be retained regardless of which side of the border the fish were angled, and anglers must follow tackle restrictions and other regulations for the jurisdiction where angling Release rainbow trout over 50 cm Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens from the outlet of Lakelse Lake to the power line crossing, located 3.5 km upstream of the Lakelse River mouth, all year (See map 4 page 63) Fly fishing only between Lakelse Lake and CNR bridge, Mar 1-May 31 Bait ban; no powered boats Note: The mouth of the river is designated by signs 1.7 km downstream of Lakelse River logging road bridge Class I water all year; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Sept 1-May 31 Closed all year Lake trout release Release rainbow trout over 50 cm See Hevenor Creek Bait ban, Aug 1-Dec 31 Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens on Saturdays and Sundays, Sept 1 - Oct 31 No Fishing from fishing boundary signs posted near outlet of Morice Lake to Gosnell Creek, Jan 1-Sept 30 No Fishing for finfish other than salmon from Gosnell Creek to Lamprey Creek, Jan 1-Aug 31; See British Columbia Freshwater Salmon Supplement Bait ban (all parts) ; Fly fishing only from Gosnell Creek to Lamprey Creek, Sept 1-Sept 30 No angling from boats, Aug 15-Dec 31 (all parts) Class II water Sept 1-Oct 31; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Sept 1-Oct 31 Lake trout daily and possession quotas = 2 (only 1 over 90 cm, none between 60 cm and 90 cm); Arctic grayling daily and possession quotas = 4 (only 1 over 44 cm, none between 36 cm and 44 cm); Northern pike daily and possession quotas = 4 (only 1 over 100 cm, none between 70 cm and 100 cm); whitefish daily quota = 5. B.C. and Yukon angling licences are valid on all parts of Morley Lake, but only one daily quota may be retained regardless of which side of the border the fish were angled, and anglers must follow tackle restrictions and other regulations for the jurisdiction where angling Lake trout release, Sept 15-Oct 31 Lake trout daily and possession quotas = 3 (only 1 over 50 cm), Nov 1-Sept 14 Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook No fishing July 20-Aug 15 Single barbless hook; no powered boats Closed all year Fly fishing only, bait ban (EXCEPT dead fin fish may be used as bait when set lining; see page 9 in the Provincial Regulations) That section of flowing water between Babine and Nilkitkwa Lakes known as “Rainbow Alley” is open for fishing all year (see also Babine River) (See map 2 page 61)

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2017 to 2019

Changes as of April 1, 2017 highlighted. NITHI RIVER OGSTON LAKE

6-4 6-6

OLDFIELD” CREEK OWEEGEE LAKE PETTRY LAKE PINKUT CREEK PRUDHOMME LAKE (South Of The Hwy 16 Bridge) RANCHERIA RIVER’S TRIBUTARIES

6-14 6-16 6-1 6-8 6-14

ROSS LAKE  SEASKINNISH CREEK “SEELEY” CREEK (outlet of Seeley Lake) SEELEY LAKE SEYMOUR LAKE SIX MILE LAKE (Ross Lake Park) SILVERTHORNE (Erickson) LAKE SKEENA RIVER/KISPIOX RIVER CONFLUENCE SKEENA RIVER CW (Mainstem Only)

6-9 6-15 6-9 6-9 6-9 6-15 6-9 6-8

SQUIRREL LAKE STATION CREEK STELLAKO RIVER CW

6-1 6-9 6-4 7-12

SUSKWA (Bear) RIVER* CW

6-8

SUSTUT LAKES SUSTUT RIVER* CW

6-18 6-18

SWIFT RIVER*

6-25

TAGISH LAKE

6-27

TAHLTAN RIVER* TAKYSIE LAKE

6-22 6-4

TATSAMENIE LAKE’S OUTLET STREAMS TCHESINKUT LAKE

6-26

TELKWA RIVER

6-9

Skeena 2017

6-25

6-10

6-4

No fishing Nov 15-June 30 No ice fishing Rainbow trout release; bait ban, single barbless hook No fishing; see Hays Creek Release rainbow trout over 50 cm Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook No fishing downstream of the fish fence, Aug 15-Sept 15 No fishing Aug 1-Oct 31 Trout/char daily quota = 2 (none under 30 cm); bait ban, single barbless hook Arctic grayling daily quota = 3 (only 1 over 35 cm); whitefish daily quota = 5. B.C. and Yukon angling licences are valid on all parts of the Rancheria River including tributary streams but not lakes, but only one daily quota may be retained regardless of which side of the border the fish were angled, and anglers must follow tackle restrictions and other regulations for the jurisdiction where angling. Electric motors only See Ksi Sgasginist Creek Open all year, no minimum size for trout Electric motors only No powered boats Electric motors only No fishing within 50 m of the outlet, May 1-June 30 Bait ban; no angling from boats Waters within 3 white fishing boundary signs located at the confluenceof the Skeena and Kispiox rivers There are two separate Class II waters on the Skeena River (non-residents and non-resident aliens require separate licences describing which section they are fishing): (a) from Exchamsiks River to 1.5 km upstream of Kitsumkalum River (known as “Skeena River 2”), July 1-Sept 30; and (b) upstream of 1.5 km upstream of Zymoetz River (known as “Skeena River Section 4”), July 1-Dec 31; Steelhead Stamp not mandatory for Skeena River 2 unless fishing for steelhead. Steelhead Stamp is mandatory in Skeena River Section 4 during the Classified Waters period from July 1-Dec 31 Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens in Skeena River Section 4 on Saturdays and Sundays in two zones: (a) Shegunia River confluence to Sedan Creek confluence July 1-Dec 31 (See map 5 page 63), and (b) Chimdemash Creek confluence to 1.5 km upstream of Zymoetz River confluence, July 1 - Dec 31, (See map 6 page 63) Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Open all year; trout daily quota = 1 (no minimum size) No Fishing Nov 15-May 31; Class II water* when open (Steelhead Stamp not required) ; Rainbow trout release Fly fishing only between fishing boundary signs posted approximately 250 m and 4 km downstream of the bridge near the François Lake outlet No powered boats from François Lake to the falls See restrictions for François Lake’s outlet area Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens on Saturdays and Sundays, all year Bait ban Class I water all year; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Sept 1-Oct 31 Closed all year Closed all year above BCR bridge at Bear River mouth Bait ban, Sept 1-Dec 31 Class I water Sept 1-Oct 31; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Sept 1-Oct 31 Arctic grayling daily quota = 3 (only 1 over 35 cm); whitefish daily quota = 5 BC and Yukon angling licences are valid on all parts of the Swift River including tributary streams but not lakes, but only one daily quota may be retained regardless of which side of the border the fish were angled, and anglers must follow tackle restrictions and other regulations for the jurisdiction where angling. Lake trout daily and possession quotas = 2 (only 1 over 90 cm, none between 60 cm and 90 cm) Arctic grayling daily and possession quotas = 4 (only 1 over 44 cm, none between 36 cm and 44 cm) Northern pike daily and possession quotas = 4 (only 1 over 100 cm, none between 70 cm and 100 cm) Whitefish daily quota = 5 B.C. and Yukon angling licences are valid on all parts of Tagish Lake, but only one daily quota may be retained regardless of which side of the border the fish were angled, and anglers must follow tackle restrictions and other regulations for the jurisdiction where angling No fishing Dec 1-June 30 No fishing northwest of a line between signs on opposite shores just north of Takysie Lake Settlement, Mar 1-May 31 No fishing between Tatsamenie Lake and Tatsatua Creek, Dec 1-June 30 and Aug 20-Sept 15 Release lake trout all year EXCEPT during months of February and July (when regional quotas apply) Single barbless hook Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens Sept 1 - Oct 31 Bait ban, Aug 1-Dec 31 Class II water Sept 1-Oct 31 and Steelhead Stamp mandatory Sept 1-Oct 31

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Changes as of April 1, 2017 highlighted. TESLIN LAKE

6-25

TOMS LAKE TRIUMPH RIVER TSEAX RIVER TWO MILE CREEK UNNAMED LAKE (approx.500M south of Natalkuz Lake) WAHLA LAKE WEST ROAD (Blackwater) RIVER’S TRIBUTARIES ZYMOETZ (Copper) RIVER* CW

6-1 6-3 6-14 6-8 6-1 6-2 6-1 6-9

Lake trout daily and possession quotas = 1 (none between 60 cm and 90 cm) Arctic grayling daily and possession quotas = 4 (only 1 over 44 cm, none between 36 cm and 44 cm); Northern pike daily and possession quotas = 4 (only 1 over 100 cm, none between 70 cm and 100 cm) ; Whitefish daily quota = 5 ; B.C. and Yukon angling licences are valid on all parts of Teslin Lake, but only one daily quota may be retained regardless of which side of the border the fish were angled, and anglers must follow tackle restrictions and other regulations for the jurisdiction where angling Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook No fishing Nov 1-May 31 See Ksi Sii Aks River Open all year; bait may be used; trout daily quota = 1 (no minimum size) No ice fishing; rainbow trout release; bait ban, single barbless hook Located approx.6.25kmS/SE of Yellow Moose Lake and approx.6.25kmW/SW of Chedakuz Arm Rainbow trout daily quota = 1 (none over 50 cm) Trout daily quota = 1; artificial fly only For regulations on the mainstem of the West Road River, see Region 5 No Fishing from McDonell Lake downstream approximately 3 km to posted fishing boundary signs No Fishing between posted fishing boundary signs in Zymoetz Canyon No Fishing upstream of fishing boundary sign at the transmission line crossing (located downstream of Zymoetz Canyon), Jan 1-June 15; Bait ban Upstream of Limonite Creek (Zymoetz River A): Class I water Jul 24 - Dec 31; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Jul 24 - Dec 31; Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays Jul 24 - Dec 31; Downstream of Limonite Creek (Zymoetz River B): Class II water Jul 24 - May 31; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Jul 24 - May 31; Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays Jul 24 - May 31

On April 1, 2012, a number of angling regulation changes were implemented in the Skeena Region to address issues of overcrowding and conflict among users during the steelhead fishery. Changes were developed in consultation with resident anglers, guides, tourism and business representatives, non-Canadian anglers and First Nations (for more information, see www.env.gov.bc.ca/skeena/qws/). They apply to the Bulkley, Babine, Morice, Kispiox, Suskwa, Kitseguecla, Kitwanga, Skeena (section 4), Zymoetz Class I section, Zymoetz Class II section, Lakelse and Kitsumkalum rivers. Depending on the river, the regulations include: • Extensions to the time period when a Classified Waters Licence and Steelhead Conservation Surcharge Stamp are required • Changes from Class II to Class I designation • Times and zones where only Canadians are permitted to angle and non-guided non-resident aliens are restricted • Measures for the management of angling guides For an explanation of all changes, visit www.env.gov.bc.ca/ fw/fish/regulations/ to read the Skeena Steelhead Regulations Brochure and Question and Answers that have been prepared. The ministry will be monitoring these regulations to ensure they are working as intended. Information on angler effort and satisfaction will be gathered and used to inform management decisions in the future.

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WEBSITE

ACE HIGH RESORT

info@acehighresort.com

(250) 456-7518

www.acehighresort.com

ANAHIM LAKE RESORT

jam@lincsat.com

1-800-667-7212

www.anahimlakeresort.com

BARNEY'S LAKESIDE RESORT

markchipman61@hotmail.com

(250) 481-1100

www.barneyslakesideresort.com

BIG CREEK LODGE

jhoessl@bigcreeklodgebc.com

(250) 394-4831

www.bigcreeklodgebc.com

BOWRON LAKE LODGE

BowronLakeLodge@shaw.ca

1-800 689 9025

www.bowronlakelodge.com

CARIBOO BONANZA RESORT

bonanza@bcinternet.net

(250) 395-3766

www.cariboobonanza.com

CARIBOO COUNTRY INN & RANCH

howdy@cariboocountryinn.com

(250) 620-3434

www.cariboocountryinn.com

CARIBOO RIVERS FISHING ADVENTURES

mooring@uniserve.com

(250) 991-8114

www.caribooriverfishing.com

CHILCOTIN HOLIDAYS

adventures@chilcotinholidays.com

(250) 238-2274

www.chilcotinholidays.com

COTTONWOOD BAY RESORT

info@cottonwood-bay-resort.com

(250) 593-2345

www.cottonwood-bay-resort.com

CRAZY BEAR WILDERNESS LODGE

info@crazybearlodge.com

(250) 203-9937

www.crazybearlodge.com

CROOKED LAKE RESORT

info@crookedlakeresort.ca

(250) 404-0201

www.crookedlakeresort.ca

DEERHORN CREEK OUTFITTERS

info@deerhorn.ca

(250) 630-3509

www.deerhorn.ca

EAGAN LAKE RESORT

eaganlake@bcinternet.net

(250) 593-4343

www.eaganlake.com

EAGLE ISLAND RESORT

info@eagleislandresort.com

(250) 593-4301

www.eagleislandresort.ca

ELIGUK LAKE LODGE

eliguklakelodgeoutfitters@gmail.com

(250) 765-0111

eliguklakelodgeoutfitters.com

ELYSIA RESORT

rainbow@elysiaresort.com

(250) 243-2433

www.elysiaresort.com

ESCOTT BAY RESORT

escottb@xplornet.com

(250) 742-3233

www.escottbay.com

FAWN LAKE RESORT

holiday@fawnlakeresort.com

(250) 593-4654

www.fawnlakeresort.com

GUN LAKE RESORT

(250) 238-2326

KAYANARA GUEST RANCH & RESORT

info@kayanara.com

(250) 397-0224

www.kayanara.com

KIMSQUIT BAY LODGE

info@fishtheswing.com

(971) 275-2269

www.kimsquitbay.com

KOKANEE BAY FISHING RESORT

kokaneebay@gmail.com

(250) 481-1130

www.kokaneebayfishingresort.ca

LOON BAY RESORT

info@loonbayresort.com

(250) 593-4431

www.loonbayresort.com

LOWER DEAN RIVER LODGE

info@lowerdean.com

(250) 982-0082

www.lowerdean.com

MARIGOLD FISHING RESORT

info@marigoldresort.com

(250) 459-2579

www.marigoldresort.com

MOOSE LAKE LODGE

mooslk@telus.net

(250) 742-3535

www.mooselakelodge.com

MOOSEHAVEN RESORT

moosehaven@telus.net

(250) 593-2300

www.moosehavenresort.com

MOREHEAD LAKE CABINS

moreheadlake@gmail.com

(250) 790-2323

NIMPO LAKE RESORT

info@nimpolakeresort.com

(250) 742-3239

www.nimpolakeresort.com

NORTHERN LIGHTS LODGE

info@nllodge.com

(877) 718-2200

www.nllodge.com

NORTHWOOD LODGE AND RESORT

info@northwoodlodge.com

(250)-396-7311

www.northwoodlodge.com

NUK TESSLI ALPINE EXPERIENCE

nuktessi@gmail.com

PARADISE BAY RESORT

park@sheridanlake.com

(250) 593-4643

www.sheridanlake.com

PEACEFUL COVE RESORT

rodlockhart@gmail.com

604) 807-6569

www.peacefulcoveresort.com

PONDEROSA RESORT PYNA-TEE-AH FISHING ADVENTURES/ ECOTOURS RAINBOW RESORT

ponderosa@bcinternet.net

(250) 397-2243

www.ponderosaresort.com

adventure@pynateeah.com

(866) 299-9100

www.ecotours-bc.com

stay@rainbowresort.ca

(250) 397-2422

www.rainbowresort.ca

REYNOLDS RESORT

reynoldsresort@yahoo.ca

(250) 397-2244

www.reynoldsresort.com

SHERIDAN LAKE RESORT

fish@sheridanlakeresort.com

(250) 593-4611

www.sheridanlakeresort.com

SILVERTIP LODGE

info@silvertipheliskiing.com

(778) 208-7044

www.silvertipheliskiing.com

SKI HI LODGE

skyhilodge@telus.net

(604) 537-3099

www.skyhilodge.ca

STEWART'S LODGE & CAMPS LTD.

fish@stewartslodge.com

(250) 742-3388

www.stewartslodge.com

TEN-EE-AH LODGE

info@ten-ee-ah.bc.ca

(250) 395-7302

www.ten-ee-ah.bc.ca

www.nuktessli.com

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Cabins/Lodging

Store/Tackle

PHONE

WEBSITE

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TSUNIAH LAKE LODGE

info@tsuniahlakelodge.com

(250) 392-5612

www.tsuniahlakelodge.com

TYAX ADVENTURES

fun@tyaxadventures.com

1-888-892-9288

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TYLOS PARK LODGE AND ADVENTURES

tsylos@tsylos.com

1-800-487-9567

www.tsylos.com

WENDY WONG OUTPOST CAMP

always.1saat@gmail.com

(604) 207-8330

TERRA NOSTRA GUEST RANCH

ELK RIVER GUIDING COMPANY

info@elkriver.ca

(250) 423-7239

www.elkriver.ca

ISLAND LAKE LODGE

info@islandlakeresorts.com

1-888-422-8754

www.islandlakecatskiing.com

KIMBERLY RIVER FISHING COMPANY

info@kimberleyflyfishing.com

250-427-2278

www.kimberleyflyfishing.com

KOOTENAY WILD FISHING CHARTERS

richard@bckootenaywild.com

(250) 229-4725

www.bckootenaywild.com

REEL ADVENTURES

go-fish@shaw.ca

(250) 505-4963

www.reeladventuresfishing.com

ST. MARY ANGLER FLY SHOP LTD.

stmaryangler@gmail.com

(800) 667-2311

www.stmaryangler.com

BABINE LODGE

info@babinelodge.com

(250) 697-2310

BABINE NORLAKES STEELHEAD CAMP

norlakes@gmail.com

(250) 847-2341

www.babinenorlakes.com

DAMDOCHAX RIVER LODGE

alicewilliams@damdocax.com

(250) 877-6075

www.damdochax.com

FINGER LAKE WILDERNESS RESORT

FingerLake@xplornet.com

(778) 785-1114

www.fingerlakeresort.com

FRONTIER FARWEST LODGE

info@bulkleysteelhead.com

(877) 846-9153

www.bulkleysteelhead.com

KISPIOX RIVER FISHING COMPANY

kispioxfishingco@hotmail.com

(250) 842 4055

www.kispioxriver.com

LAKES DISTRICT AIR AND FISHING

flying@ldair.ca

(250) 692-3229

www.LDair.ca

LAKES DISTRICT HUNTING LODGE LTD.

canada_unlimited@hotmail.com

(250) 698-7478

MOBERLY LAKE RESORT & MARINA

hhammer@pris.bc.ca

(250) 782-6425

NADINA LAKE LODGE

nadina@shaw.ca

(250) 695-6788

www. moberlylakemarinaandresort.ca www.loveburnslake.com

NECHAKO LODGE & AVIATION

info@nechakolodge.com

(250) 412-2665

www.nechakolodge.com

OOKPIK WILDERNESS LODGE

info@ookpiklodge.com

(250) 697-2502

www.ookpiklodge.com

PELLY PEAK WILDERNESS LODGE LTD

gelmgmt@shaw.ca

(250) 503-0060

SILVER HILTON STEELHEAD LODGE

brian@silverhilton.com

(250) 877-9252

www.silverhilton.com

STEELHEAD VALHALLA LODGE LTD.

jeff@sweetwatertravel.com

(250) 847-1806

www.steelheadvalhallalodge.com

SUSKEENA LODGE

sustutriver@gmail.com

(250) 566-1407

www.sustutriver.com

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THOMPSON OKANAGAN

TACHICK LAKE RESORT

(250) 567-4929

www.tachicklakeresort.com

TETACHUCK WILDERNESS LODGE

info@tetachucklodge.com

(403) 799 4652

www.tetachucklodge.com

UPSTREAM ADVENTURES

info@upstreamadventures.com

250-635-2558

www.upstreamadventures.com

WOODLANDS FISH'N RESORT

info@woodlandsfishinresort.com

250-800-0400

www.woodlandsfishinresort.com

7 HALF DIAMOND RANCH

cabin@guestranchbc.com

(250) 378-2616

www.guestranchbc.com

AKEHURST LAKE FISHING RESORT

larryprovencal@shaw.ca

(250) 377-7615

ANU YOU RESORT

(250) 459-2232

www.anuyouresort.com

BARE LAKE LODGE

info@barelakelodge.com

BEAVER LAKE RESORT

info@beaverlakeresort.com

(250) 762-2225

www.barelakelodge.com www.beaverlakesresort.com

CAVERHILL LODGE INC.

marlene@caverhilllodge.com

(250) 672-9806

www.caverhilllodge.com

CHATAWAY LAKES RESORT

chataway2010@gmail.com

(250) 378-0105

www.chatawaylakes.com

CHUTE LAKE RESORT

info@chutelakeresort.com

(250) 493-3535

www.chutelakeresort.com

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THOMPSON OKANAGAN

RESORT NAME

Equipment Rental

PHONE

Store/Tackle

WEBSITE

CIRCLE 'W' HI HIUM FISHING CAMP LTD.

mbendzak@hotmail.com

(250) 373-2636

www.circlew.com

CORBETT LAKE LODGE

admin@corbettlake.ca

(250) 378-4334

www.corbettlake.ca

DEE LAKE RESORT

deelake@shaw.ca

(250) 212-2129

www.deelakeresort.com

DOUGLAS LAKE RANCH

reservations@douglaslake.com

1-800-663-4838

www.douglaslake.com

HEADWATERS FAMILY CAMP

headwatersbc@yahoo.ca

(250) 864 4486

www.headwatersbc.com

HI HIUM LAKE FISHING RESORT

hihiumlk@gmail.com

(250) 459-2306

HITCH'N RAIL

info@hitchnrail.com

250-578-7113

www.hitchnrail.com

IDABEL LAKE RESORT

info@idabellakeresort.com

(250) 765-9511

www.idabellakeresort.com

JOHNSON LAKE RESORT

info@johnsonlakeresort.com

(250) 434-4111

www.johnsonlakeresort.com

LAMBERTON'S KNOUFF LAKE RESORT

info@knoufflake.com

(250) 578-8155

www.knoufflake.com

LITTLE FORT FLY AND TACKLE

info@littlefort.com

(250) 677-4366

www.littlefort.com

MABEL LAKE RESORT

admin@mabellakeresort.com

(250) 838-6234

www.mablelake.com

MEADOW LAKE FISHING CAMP

meadowlake@xplornet.com

(604) 629-9860

www.meadowlakefishing.com

MILE HIGH RESORT

info@milehighresort.com

(866) 371-2606

MOOSE CAMP FISHING RESORT

moosecamp33@gmail.com

(250)674-3275

www.milehighresort.com www.moosecampfishingresort. com

NEHALLISTON FISHING LODGE LTD.

nehalliston@yahoo.ca

(250) 677-4209

POSTILL LAKE LODGE

postilllake@xplornet.com

(877) 623-6982

www.postilllake.com

ROCHE LAKE RESORT

(250) 828-2007

www.rochelake.com

250-706-2484

www.rockislandfishingcamp.com

1-250-706-9111

www.sprucewildernesslodge.com

STAR LAKE FISHING RESORT

info@rochelake.com RockIslandFishingCamp@Hotmail. Com sprucewildernesslodge@hotmail. com starlake1999@yahoo.com

(250) 674-8494

www.starlakefishingresort.com

SUNNY SHORE FISHING RESORT

info@sunnyshore.ca

(250) 835-8686

www.sunnyshore.ca

SURREY LAKE FISHING RESORT

info@surreylake.com

(866) 523-9778

www.surreylake.com

TEEPEE LAKES RESORT

info@teepeelakes.com

THUYA LAKES LODGE

info@thuyalakes.com

(250) 372-6867

www.thuyalakes.com

TUNKWA LAKE FISHING RESORT LTD.

paul@tunkwalakeresort.com

(250) 523-9697

www.tunkwalakeresort.com

WENDEGO LODGE

info@wendegolodge.com

(250) 819-1713

www.wendegolodge.com

(250) 459-2258

www.whitemooseresort.com

ROCK ISLAND LAKE FISHING CAMP SPRUCE WILDERNESS LODGE

VANCOUVER COAST MTN

PITT RIVER LODGE LTD.

info@pittriverlodge.com

(800) 665-6206

www.pittriverlodge.com

BC SPORTFISHING GROUP LTD.

info@bcsportfishinggroup.com

(877) 796-3345

www.bcsporfishinggroup.com

BENT RODS GUIDING & FISHING CO.

fishing@bentrods.ca

(604) 794-5976

www.bentrods.ca

BON CHOVY FISHING CHARTERS

info@bonchovy.com

(604) 763-5460

www.bonchovy.com

ROBERTSON SPORTFISHING

owenrobertson@shaw.ca

(604) 617-6529

www.robertsonsportfishing.com

STS GUIDING SERVICE LTD

sts@guidebc.com

(604) 671-3474

www.guidebc.com

TROUT COUNTRY FISHING GUIDES

info@fishwhistler.com

1-888-363-2233

www.fishwhistler.com

VANCOUVER ISLAND

WHITE MOOSE RESORT

www.teepeelakes.com

BEAR COVE COTTAGES SPORTFISHING

info@bearcovecottages.ca

(877) 949-7939

www.bearcovecottages.ca

BROWN'S BAY RESORT

marina@brownsbayresort.com

(250) 286-3135

www.brownsbayresort.com

HIDDEN COVE LODGE

hidcl@island.net

(250) 956-3916

www.hiddencovelodge.com

HOOK'N THEM UP FISHING CHARTERS

fishinguy007@gmail.com

855 805-3474

www.vanislefishing.com

NIMMO BAY RESORT LTD.

heli@nimmobay.com

(250) 956-4000

www.nimmobay.com

PENDER HARBOUR RESORTS

info@phrm.ca

1-877-883-2424

www.phrm.ca

RUGGED POINT LODGE

info@ruggedpointlodge.com

(250) 332-5220

www.ruggedpointlodge.com

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Species

Released

Waterbody Name

Species

Released

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8000

ROSS

3000

BARRETT

2500

ROUND

3015

CALL

3000

SAWMILL

3000

CO-OP

10000

TYHEE

15000

COMO

4000

VALLEE

2000

HELEN

2069

WATSON

1000

KAGER

2000

KITIMAT R

39407

KLINGER

4000

KLINGER

2000

ONION

Stock Species Codes: CT

Coastal Cutthroat Trout

Eastern Brook Trout

2000

Rainbow Trout

1000

ST Steelhead

RICHMOND

3000

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