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he Okanagan region covers the southern section of B.C.’s interior and is flanked by the Monashee Mountains on the east and the Cascade Mountains on the west.

This guide is meant as an ap- Outfitters Association, as petizer for some of the great well as the Regional Fishing fishing lakes in this region. Regulations.

Around each lake featured in this guide are often dozens of other lakes that are just as proThis area has hundreds of ductive. Maps for other lakes small and medium-size trout in this region are freely availlakes to explore as well as sev- able from our website. eral big water lakes. Anglers FOR 2015 can target a variety of species n 2015, we’ve including rainbow trout, lake updated the comtrout, perch, bass, kokanee and plete listing salmon. Bass fishing in the reof all memgion is quickly becoming a fabers of vourite sport with several lakes the BC offering great opportunities for F i s h i n g this species. Vaseux Lake is Resorts one of the bass lakes profiled a n d in this guide. In fact it is sometimes referred to as the best bass fishing lake in the province.

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OKANAGAN FISHING 2015 Publisher Sean Simmons Production Co-ordinator Kathy Buhler Contributors: Georges Boucher, Chicky Drouillard, Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC, Cory Goldfinch, Adrian Hasler, Rod Hennig, Audrey Hoglund, Savas Koutsantonis, Nick Pace, Sandy Steinley, Mike Youds.

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Arlington Lakes A

rlington Lakes are located south-east of Kelowna off of Highway 33. There are three lakes in this chain, all of which rainbow trout and perch.

Other successful lures for this lake include the Lyman Lure #80 and #30. They also have coloured lures that resemble perch—numbers #24 & #55.

The rainbow trout are generally smaller, as they compete with the perch for food, says Hennig.

The trout are big enough that the perch don't usually go after them.

However both species go after the insects. As a result, the fish may not be as heavy as in a lake where there's no competition for resources.

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“We fish the perch quite a bit because it’s great for the family,” says Rod Hennig, from Rodney’s Reel Outdoors. “The fish are easy to catch and it's close to town.”

Generally, the perch range in size from 5 to 9 inches, and weigh less than a pound. These fish are fairly easy to catch and the high catch quotas for this species allow anglers to catch enough for a good meal.

Those targeting rainbow trout may want to use a size 1 Lyman lure. Pink and black are good colours, says Hennig, though of course it's helpful to experiment.

Try a #98 or #162, which are a couple of his go-to lures. A #44 is a popular standard.

Hennig suggests trolling right along the shoreline and along the margins of the submerged island.

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rom Kelowna, follow Highway 33 east about 55 kilometres to the Arlington Lakes side road on the right (west) side of the highway.

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There is a small recreation site on the eastern shore of the lake, accessible with 2WD. The site has a cartop boat launch and 12 vehicle units for camping. Hennig notes that this site has been re-done in the past few years and that it's a great place to camp.

Surface Area • 18.5 Hectares (46 Acres) Maximum Depth • 25.6 metres (84 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 1,055 metres (3,461 feet) Survey Date • June 1973 © The Angler’s Atlas

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Bardolph Lake B

ardolph Lake is a small lake east of Vernon with lots of rainbow trout to catch. The lake has been stocked every year since 1968 and usually with fall fry. In 2014, 1,500 trout were stocked here.

Early spring is a great time to fish Bardolph Lake, and the ice is usually off fairly early. Nick Pace, owner of Trout Waters Fly and Tackle in Kelowna, recommends bloodworms and chironomids early in the season. Using a bobber (strike indicator), fish these fly patterns in about 16 to 18 feet of water with the fly dangled less than a foot off the bottom.

Other popular fly patterns include micro-leeches and dragonfly nymphs, says Pace. Lure fishers may want to troll with standard gear such as Willow Leafs and Wedding Bands.

A good spot to start is directly out from the recreation site. The northwest side of the lake can be weedy, providing great trout habitat. Shoal areas are other good places to concentrate and can be particularly rewarding here.

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rom Kelowna, follow Highway 97 north to Vernon and turn right (east) onto Highway 6. Continue for roughly 20 kilometres to Coldstream Creek Road on the left (north). Follow this road about 3 km to a crossroad and turn right (east) taking you across Coldstream Creek.

The turnoff to Bardolph Lake is on the right (south) about one

kilometre from the crossroad turnoff. Beware: there are numerous side roads enroute to the lake which make it easy to get lost. We suggest getting a good map of the area before heading out. The road is very bumpy but Pace says it is accessible by most 2WD vehicles.

There is a small recreation site on the northern shore of the lake.

There is a cartop boat launch and space for a few tent pads.

QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 10.8 Hectares (27 Acres) Maximum Depth • 12.2 metres (40 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 1,023 metres (3,356 feet) Survey Date • June 1960 Contour Units • Feet

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Boss and Davis Lakes

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oss and Davis Lakes are great little lakes for fighter trout.

The gorgeous Voght valley is also a popular lake for campers.

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lore. Fishing can be consistent all season. Early spring is not as busy, while early summer and then again in the fall the fishing can be best. These are popular lakes and the campgrounds fill up quickly.

Fishing derbies are a common occurrence during the summer months.

Shore-fishing is best accomplished from the recreation site on Davis Lake. Small spinners or a worm and bobber are easy gear.

Try trolling the south end or work along the shoals on the east side.

Try a Panther Martin or a Flatfish.

Fly fishing can be beautiful on these lakes, particularly in the early summer months. Anchor along the shoals and try some dry flies.

Bring the trout to the surface with a Mikulak Sedge, a Tom Thumb or an Elk Hair Caddis.

Evenings are productive for these flies. In the shallow bays, cast a damselfly nymph.

The north section of Boss Lake offers great fly fishing. Leeches are especially useful to have on hand.

On Davis Lake, the shoals are ideal for a variety of nymph patterns. When fishing with chironomids or blood worms, venture into the deeper sections of both lakes.

This can prove to be helpful in hot weather conditions.

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rom Kelowna, take Hwy 97C towards Merritt; turn left (south) onto Kane Valley Road.

Proceed approximately 9 km and turn left onto Voght Valley Road.

This is a gravel logging road; use caution while driving.

Recreation sites are located at both lakes. Davis Lake has a 48-vehicle unit site on grassland and is surrounded by Douglas Fir forests.

There are two boat launches on the east side of Davis Lake. Boss Lake has 13 semi-open campsites.

Boat launches are located in the south east corner and at the north end. Both lakes are 2WD accessible.

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QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 44 / 25 Hectares (11 / 17 Acres) Maximum Depth • 11/17 m. (36/56 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 1,052 metres (3,451 feet) Survey Date • September 1977 Contour Units • Metres

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ortheast of Kelowna lies a chain of lakes famous for fly fishing. Dee and Island Lakes are at the top of this chain, near the headwaters, and are followed by Deer, Crooked, and then Beaver lakes.

Postill, all of them worth fishing.

To learn more about the resort, visit their website at DeeLakeResort.com.

Dee Lake Resort, at the north end of the lake, has been in operation for more than 75 years. Promoted as the “Okanagan’s Heritage Resort,” it operates as a fishing resort and a family destination.

The lake is stocked each year and in 2014, nearly 30,000 rainbow trout were released. The standard patterns work well—Doc Spratleys, Tom Thumbs in the evening, and black leeches.

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The key ingredient is a hint of red, though Dee Lake is a good place to experiment with different colours and patterns.

One such pattern is a Pumpkinhead. Try fishing this pattern on slow days if the bite is off. This is also a good time to try some general searching patterns such as a chironomid larva.

Many other lakes in the area are productive fly lakes and it’s well worth taking some time to explore the area. A short drive from the resort yields several lakes, including Swalwell, Oyama and

Check out the Angler’s Atlas web page for Dee Lake at www. anglersatlas.com/ lake/99955. Add your own stories, photos and tips.

While you’re there, follow your favourite lakes to be notified whenever new information is posted.

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rom Kelowna, head north along Highway 97 to Winfield and turn right (east) onto Beaver Lake Road. Follow this road for about 25 km to the west shore of Island Lake.

Along the west shore of Island Lake is a recreation site with 15 vehicle units and a boat launch.

The resort is located a few kilometres past the rec site, along the north shore of Dee Lake. There is a convenience store at the resort, offering supplies and great fishing advice.

QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 39 / 48 Hectares (96 / 119 Acres) Maximum Depth • > 9 / 12 m. (>30/40 ft.)

Elevation (ASL) • 1,351 metres (4,432 feet) Survey Date • September 1964 Contour Units • Feet

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Echo Lake

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fly fishing seems arge trout are standard in to produce larger quantiEcho Lake, and the fishing ties, says Boucher. There LAKE ACCESS is great. Georges Boucher from are weed beds right near Echo Lake Resort says that the resort that are good rom Vernon, follow a near-16 pound Gerrard was places to start.

Highway 6 east, just past once taken, as well as some big Echo Lake is part of the prov- Lumby, to Creighton Valley rainbows. ince’s stocking program, oper- Road. Turn here and continue Boucher recommends anglers ated by the Freshwater Fisheries along this road for another 20 troll a nymph pattern with a full Society of B.C. The stocking km to the provincial park and sink line. Fly fishers can also try for this lake utlizes strains such the resort. a strike indicator (bobber) with as Blackwater, Pennask and the The resort has 35 campsites a chironomid fished just off the famous Gerrard strain. In 2014, and seven cabins to rent. There bottom. more than 20,000 trout were are boat rentals and a grocery store. They are open from May Most of the trout are in the 12- stocked in Echo Lake. to 14-inch range, with several NOTE: The map shows a maxi- 1 to October 31, and they have reported up to three pounds. But mum depth of 164 feet, but a no-pet policy. To learn more the Gerrard rainbow trout go to Boucher says the lake has a about the resort, call toll-free at 1-877-547-6434, or visit their over 10 pounds and some more maximum depth of 220 feet. website: than 12 pounds.

Have a look at the Angler’s Black is a great colour for Echo Atlas and follow your favourite EchoLakeFishingResort.com Lake. The 16 pound Gerrard lakes and Experts. This feature was fished with a black Apex. allows members to be notified Other types of lures such as a whenever new information is Willow Leaf or Ford Fender are posted to their favourite lakes. most popular, Boucher adds.

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QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 70 Hectares (173 Acres) Maximum Depth • 50 metres (164 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 840 metres (2,756 feet) Survey Date • June 1979 Contour Units • Metres

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Eneas Lakes E QUICK FACTS Eneas Lake SA • 6.5 Ha. (16 Ac.) MD • 7.6 metres (25 feet) Lil’ Eneas Lake SA • 5.6 Ha. (14 Ac.) MD • 15.9 metres (52 feet) Island Lake SA • 6.5 Ha. (16 Ac.) MD • 7.6 metres (25 feet) Tsuh Lake SA • 10.5 Ha. (26 Ac.) MD • 15.2 metres (50 feet) Approximate Elevation: ~1,500 metres (5,000 feet) Survey Date • July, 1969 Contour Depth • Feet SA—Surface Area, MD—Max Depth

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neas Lake Provincial Park, west of Kelowna, contains four small headwater lakes. The lakes are located at moderately high elevation and generally remain good to fish throughout the season, even during the warm summer months.

Most common fly patterns work well on these lakes. Dry fly fishing is a good mid-summer choice, and anglers can try Tom Thumbs and small midges.

Lure fishers can try trolling L y m a n Lures.

A size 1 would be a good choice.

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The last known stocking occured in Island Lake in 1989, with the release of 2,000 fall fry rainbow trout.

Trout are usually in the 2 pound range. These lakes are consistent producers and can reward patient anglers. When water levels are high, Eneas and Little Eneas Lakes form one lake.

The Angler’s Atlas web page for Eneas Lake is a great place to post your tips, videos and map markers. Visit anglersatlas.com/lake/100084.

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rom Kelowna head west to Peachland and turn onto the Munro Forest Service Road. Follow this road for about 20 kilometres.

The road to Eneas Lake has been deactivated and requires a 4WD vehicle. Bringing a chainsaw is a good idea, as the road is not maintained. Island Lake is a hike-in lake, not accessible by vehicle.

Eneas Lakes Provincial Park has a campground with no services offered. Please remember that this is wilderness country and use appropriate caution.

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Hidden Lake H

idden Lake, in the hills east of Enderby, is a low elevation lake with a decent fishery. It is best early and late in the year.

The lake is subject to heavy angling pressures due to its easy access, but despite the pressure the rainbows here can be lunkers. Hidden lake is

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known to produce larger rainbows up to 4 kg. Most are much smaller, and range in the average size. Each year the Freshwater Fisheries Society of B.C. stocks the lake with 15,000 triploid rainbow trout of the hard-fighting Pennask stock.

Chironomid fishing can be spectacular. The bays along the northwest side, and also on the south side, are your best bets.

With your fly hovering near the bottom, retrieve slowly.

The south end is also ideal as a shelter from the wind. As a bonus, there are nice shoals and drop-offs here, too.

If the fish are not on the shoals try the deeper water with blood leeches and Woolly Buggers.

The north and south ends of the lake produce well in early June with damselfly nymphs. Cast near the reeds, again with a very slow retrieve. Early summer can be a good time to try a sedge pattern as well.

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idden Lake is located 24 km east of Enderby. In Enderby turn east off of Hwy 97A onto the road leading to Mabel Lake (Enderby- Mabel Lake Rd.). Proceed on this road for 9 km and turn south on Hidden- Shuswap Rd. This road will take you to a fork in the road, take the left fork and proceed to lake.

There are several camping options here, with three different recreation sites along the lake. The largest is on the east side. All have boat launches. A fee is charged from May 1st to September 30th.

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QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 133 Hectares (328 Acres) Maximum Depth • 46 metres (151 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 640 metres (2,099 feet) Survey Date • September 1973 Contour Units • Metres

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Idleback Lake I

dleback Lake, a small waterbody east of Penticton, is a great lake to take the family fly fishing.

It’s easy to access and has a good forest recreation site for camping.

can go through the summer doldrums when the weather is hot.

Try fishing the deep sections of the lake during this period.

There is an active stocking program on Idleback Lake, primarily using Pennask stocks, with 1,000 fish released each year. These fish are known for being aggressive, and are famous for their fight and jump.

While Idleback Lake can be a challenge, there are some tips that can help. Savas Koutsantonis of Trout Waters Fly and Tackle in Kelowna says that anglers may want to head straight across the lake from the campground and to Special regulations apply on the right, into the deeper sections. Idleback Lake. Please consult Bloodworms, leeches and drag- the B.C. Freshwater Fishing onflies are standard patterns that Regulations before heading out. work well on this lake. In the To outfit yourself with the comspring, chironomids work real- plete gear for fishing Idleback ly well, says Koutsantonis, and Lake, drop by Trout Waters the lake has a good sedge hatch Fly and Tackle towards the end of June.

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rom Penticton, head east up the Carmi Road about 20 km to the Okanagan Falls Forest Service Road. Turn left (north) and continue for another six kilometres to Idleback Lake on the left (west) side. The forest recreation site has a gravel boat launch with thirteen campsites.

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QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 11.6 Hectares (29 Acres) Maximum Depth • 6 metres (20 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 1,440 metres (4,724 feet) Survey Date • June 1982 Contour Units • Metres © The Angler’s Atlas

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Jackpine Lake W

est of Kelowna at the headwaters of Power Creek lies Jackpine Lake. The lake is a short drive from town and offers a great escape, if only for an evening troll.

There are interesting small bays and points to explore. Anglers should pack a couple of Tom Thumb flies for some great dry fly fishing.

The lake is most productive during spring and autumn. In the spring, anglers can try chironomids and shrimp flies. Other patterns that work well on this lake include sedges, leeches and larger nymphs.

Each year the lake is stocked with the Pennask strain of rainbow trout. This strain of fish is known for its aggressive behavior and famous for its fight and jump.

Generally, Pennask trout feed on Chironomid Pupae and Cladocernas, commonly known as water fleas. These fish prefer deeper water habitat, and forage for food in mid-waters.

Make sure you stop by Trout Waters Fly and Tackle’s new store. The staff there can give you expert advice, and carry a great selection of flies and lures for all your fishing needs.

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here are two main access roads to Jackpine Lake from Kelowna. Glenrosa Route: from the Highway 97 turnoff, follow Glenrosa Road and then Last Mountain Road for roughly 17 kilometres, to the turnoff to Jackpine Lake on the left (west).

The lake is about 5 kilometres from the turnoff.

Alternately, head across Lake Okanagan, turn right onto Westside Road and continue until Bear Creek Forest Service Road on the left (west), just past Bear Creek Park. Follow this road for about 25 kilometres to Last Mountain Road, turn left (south) and about two kilometres down the road is the turnoff to Jackpine Lake on

QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 43 Hectares (106 Acres) Maximum Depth • 7.5 metres (25 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 1,326 metres (4,350 feet)

the right (west). There is a forest recreation site on the lake, which sports six vehicle campsites and a boat launch. The site can get busy on week-ends.

Survey Date • August 1965 Contour Units • Feet

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Jewel Lake J

ewel Lake, north of Greenwood, is a popular fishing spot for anglers all over the province. Despite its small size, it produces large trout, and its cool, spring-fed water helps to ensure yearround consistency.

Fly fishing is a great way to fish Jewel Lake. The abundant insect and plant life in the lake offers anglers a lot of choice for fly patterns.

In the early season, chironomids are a good choice.

Black and chrome are good colours to start with.

A Carey Special or a Doc Spratley in black, maroon or olive are also useful.

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good for trolling in the depths with a full sink line. At other depths, try short tugs in your retrieve.

Dragon and damselfly nymphs are good later-season choices.

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The fishing in Jewel Lake is consistent all year, and the lake is stocked annually with both brook and rainbow trout. Spring and fall are the best fishing times, but even mid-winter and the heat of summer don’t slow the bite.

Jewel Lake has been named one of the region’s family fishing waters. These are great places for children and beginners. The regulations are simple, and the lakes are eas-

ily accessible. Many of these lakes can be fished from shore or dock. Visit gofishbc.com for more information.

Jewel Lake is best for small boats and float tubes. Please note that there is an engine power restriction of 10 hp, and a speed restriction of 8 km/h on Jewel Lake.

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ewel Lake is located north of Greenwood along Highway 3.

From Greenwood, head north on Highway 3 and turn right onto Boundary Creek Road. From there, turn onto Jewel Lake Road. There are signs to Jewel Lake Resort, and to Jewel Lake Provincial Park along Lakeside Drive.

Jewel Lake Resort offers cabins and campsites, along with tackle, boat rentals and fishing licenses. Contact them at 1-877945-6500, or visit their website at jewellakeresort.com. Jewel Lake Provincial Park also offers camping, pit toilets, drinking water and a car top boat launch. The road to the resort and the park is paved and RV accessible.

QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 74 Hectares (184 Acres) Maximum Depth • 23.7 metres (78 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 1,341 metres (4,400 feet) Survey Date • May 1969 Contour Units • Feet

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Kalamalka Lake H

ighway 97 provides spectacular views as it winds along the western shore of Kalamalka Lake.

Its stunning appearance is matched by its exceptional recreational opportunities.

There is a large shoal area at the southern end of the lake, which is an ideal place to cast. Another productive spot is on the east side near the rock walls.

Sandy Steinley, of Kenkraft in Vernon, says that Kalamalka Lake is great for rainbow trout. “Rainbows are great early in the spring. Try around the beach area.”

Another good location is around t h e creek.

Please consult the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations before fishing Kalamalka Lake.

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H e notes that in the past couple of years, the rainbow trout fishery has really done well. There are plenty of nutrients in the lake, which may explain the increase in productivity.

Steinley suggests that grasshoppers in the fall are good choices.

The train tracks near the lake have often driven grasshoppers into the lake, making them available as a food source for the trout. This normally unlikely food source may be a good choice for anglers targeting the trout.

Also check out the excellent fishing reports for Kalamalka Lake at anglersatlas.com/ lake/100465. Add your photos and stories while you’re there!

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rom Kelowna, head north along Highway 97 towards Vernon.

The highway meets the south-west corner of the lake about 30 km from Kelowna, and the park entrance is roughly another 10 km after that.

The park is located in a grassland area along a beautiful bay of Kalamalka Lake. There are 69 vehicle-accessible campsites, and a double lane, concrete boat launch.

There are campgrounds at the north and south ends of the lake as well.

Angler’s Atlas members have posted locations of boat launches on the web page for Kalamalka Lake at anglersatlas.com/lake/100465.

QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 2,590 Hectares (6,400 Acres) Maximum Depth • 142 metres (466 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 391 metres (1,284 feet) Survey Date • July 1959 Contour Units • Feet

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Keefer Lake K

e e f e r Lake is set among the highlands of the Monashee Mountains, and avoids the summer doldrums common to many lower elevation lakes during July and August.

The rainbow trout are plentiful and range in size from one to two pounds. Try trolling a Willow Leaf with a small hotshot, or use Rooster Tails.

Some popular fly patterns are Doc Spratleys, Woolly Buggers, and chironomids. Troll or cast the Spratley and Woolly Bugger. Fish the chironomids off the bottom, using a strike indicator (bobber).

Orange, green and silver are good colours to try.

Keefer Lake is a great place from which to launch daytrips. There is a resort on the lake and a few kilometres down the road is Holmes Lake which has a forest recreation site for up to five vehicles.

Hikers can also appreciate the wilderness around Keefer Lake, with five mountain peaks in the area, including Yeoward, Monashee, Eureka, Inonoaklin,

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Members of the Angler’s Atlas have added some great photos and tips to the Keefer Lake web page. Visit anglersatlas.com/ lake/100485 to check it out.

While you’re there, sign up to follow your favourite lakes, and be notified whenever new info is posted.

ins, longhouse or campground. The resort also offers boat and motor rentals, and there is a boat launch.

Another five kilometres along Keefer Lake Road is Holmes Lake, which has a small recreation site that can hold up to five vehicle units for camping. A boat LAKE ACCESS launch is present, but it is considrom Kelowna, head north ered a poor facility. along Highway 97 towards There is another small recreation Vernon. Turn right onto Highway site on Keefer Road, about two 6 and drive for about 75 km, kilometres from the highway. past Lumby and Cherryville, to The Monashee-Kettle River recthe Kettle River crossing. Two reation site is located along the kilometres past the river is Keefer scenic Kettle River, and has space Lake Road on the left (north). for ten vehicle units.

Turn here and follow another 14 To find out more about Keefer kilometres to the lake.

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entucky Alleyne Provincial Park is well known for its picturesque setting, pristine campground and fishing in the clear cold waters for larger rainbows.

The park is situated between two kettle-formed lakes making it a photographer’s delight. The park is popular from ice-off through late October with activities such as hiking, cycling, swimming, camping and fishing.

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by the Freshwater Fisheries Society of B.C. with catchable-sized rainbows. The east pond had prior stocking but is hard to fish during low water years.

During the early season, fly fishing is great on the south end of Kentucky Lake. Chironomid fishing is best at this time, and again in the fall. Black Sallies and Chromies are popular patterns. Leeches and Woolly Buggers fished with a These lakes are good producers of full sink line at the drop offs can fairly large trout, and Kentucky produce well.

Lake is stocked with rainbows. Stick to the shoals with dry flies Both lakes are quite productive, in midsummer. The shoals at the and fairly deep. Trolling deep is north and north east end of Althe most common method of fish- leyne Lake are best with a daming these clear waters. Please note selfly nymph or leech at the drop the 7.5 Kw (10hp) motor restric- offs. tion on both lakes.

Angler’s Atlas members have In the deeper water, work with posted map markers and photos small spinners, Flatfish and Dick for both lakes at anglersatlas.

Nites while trolling just off the com/lake/100491 and anglersatshoals. Small lures in chrome, las.com/lake/99567. Check out black and silver, or blue work these pages and add your own well. If fishing very deep stay with stories and photos. Also sign up to the chrome lures. Shore fishing is follow your favourite lakes! possible in spots along both lakes and also casting from the dock on LAKE ACCESS Kentucky Lake during high water he park is located 38 km south years. of Merritt. Travel south (Hwy Two ponds are located between 5A) off of Hwy 97C at Aspen Kentucky and Alleyne Lakes Grove for 11 km. Turn left (east) which feature a “children only – at Bates Rd. and proceed for 6 km. under 16” fishery to foster inter- to the park. est in the sport among the youth. Kentucky Alleyne Provincial Park The west pond is regularly stocked has 58 vehicle accessible camp-

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sites, including one group campsite at the north end of Alleyne Lake.

The park provides picnic tables, pit toilets, potable water, firewood and numerous hiking trails.

There are boat launches at each lake within the park. Both can be poor during low water conditions.

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Elevation (ASL) • 994 metres (3,261 feet) Survey Date • July 1959/Aug 1951 Contour Units • Metres

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Mabel Lake M

abel Lake is a long, deep lake east of Enderby. There are many types of fish in the lake, the most popular being salmon and rainbow trout.

Sandy Steinley of Kenkraft in Vernon, says that there are lots of opportunities in Mabel Lake. The salmon fishery is open in the late summer and early fall, and the rainbow trout all year.

“The rainbows aren’t huge, but they’re all over,” he says. Steinley suggests anglers going after the trout will want to situate themselves near the streams, because the salmon fry are there.

“Imitate the salmon fry. Light colour plugs in silver and white,” are good choices for lure colours.

Steinley also suggests that fly fishers can fish from shore, and that chironomids tend to do well in Mabel Lake.

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here are two primary access points to Mabel Lake, and several different recreation sites.

Access to the southern shore is along Highway 6 from Vernon to Lumby. Turn left (north) onto Mabel Lake Road.

Continue for about 30 km to the southern tip of Mabel Lake.

Mabel Lake Provincial Park is a few kilometres further along the road, and offers 81 vehicle accessible campsites, and there is a double-lane, concrete boat launch.

Further along the road are three recreation sites—South Cascade, Cascade Falls and Cottonwood Bay. All sites have car top When fishing for salmon, remem- boat launches, but only ber that there are two sets of regu- Cottonwood Bay has lations to consult— The Freshwa- vehicle accessible ter Salmon Supplement, published campsites.

by Fisheries and Oceans, and the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regula- An alternative route tions Synopsis, published by the to the lake is from Enderby, along another road called Mabel “It’s a big, clean lake, and it’s busy all summer, and people are catching fish,” he says. He also notes that there are burbot, whitefish and kokanee in Mabel Lake.

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Follow this road for 35 km to the Mabel Lake Resort and Airpark, at the town of Kingfisher.

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To get to Noisy Creek recreation site, turn left (north) onto a forestry road, about three kilometres before Kingfisher. This road follows Kingfisher Creek about 35 km to Noisy Creek Road on the right (east). Turn here, and the recreation site is located at the end of the road, about eight kilometres. The site can accommodate up to 55 vehicles/campers, is RV-accessible and has a boat launch.

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QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 5,986 Hectares (14,791 Acres) Maximum Depth • 200.6 metres (658 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 396 metres (1,298 feet) Survey Date • June 1969 Contour Units • Feet

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soyoos Lake is known as one of the warmest freshwater lakes in Canada, and is surrounded by many beautiful beaches and picnic grounds.

Fishing Osoyoos Lake can be highly rewarding. Not only are bass present in the lake, but also rainbow trout and kokanee. Bass is the most popular sport fish on Osoyoos Lake.

When targeting bass, several different lures can prove successful.

Frogs and minnows are worth a try, and chartreuse is a good colour to experiment with.

Top-water kinds of lures can bring results. Try a Lyman plug, cast and reel back on top of the water.

I f you’re in deep, try a Dick Nite.

Target areas of cover such as weeds and rocks. Cast to an opening in the cover with a lure that imitates a bug, minnow or frog.

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here are more than 50 waterbodies in B.C. that contain bass, including several lakes in the Okanagan. The West Coast Bass Anglers have identified four other lakes where you can fish for bass—Osoyoos, Skaha, Gallagher and Tugilnuit Lakes. Their website, wcba.ca, lists other lakes in B.C. as well.

Although these species are not native to B.C., they now reproduce naturally and have become part of many lakes’ aquatic ecosystems. However, there is grave concern regarding the impact of these introduced fish on the

naturally occuring trout populations. It should be stressed that stocking lakes with bass is illegal and any sightings of this behavior should be reported to a conservation officer.

Take a look at the Angler’s Atlas page for Osoyoos Lake for some great reports and articles. See anglersatlas.com/lake/100964.

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he town of Osoyoos is approximately 300 km south of Kamloops on Highway 97. From Kamloops, take Highway 16 South to Highway 97 / 5A. Follow Highway 97 Princeton Highway for about 105 km. Take the exit for Penticton / Peachland / Osoyoos, and continue to follow the signs for Highway 97 to Osoyoos. Several accomodation options exist in the town of Osoyoos and around the lake. © The Angler’s Atlas

QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 2,333 Hectares (5,765 Acres) Maximum Depth • 63.4 metres (208 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 279 metres (915 feet) Survey Date • August 1966 Contour Units • Feet

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the lakes from suffering through the summer doldrums. Trout up to 7 pounds have been known to come out of Osprey Lake.

Savas Koutsantonis at Trout Waters Fly and Tackle offers several tips for fishing these lakes. Light gear works best here.

Head deep and work the many shoals throughout these lakes with a Willow Leaf and small dark coloured spoons or spinning lures. Lures such as Dick Nite, Blue Fox, Mepps and Wedding Bands work well.

Fly fishers will find that leeches

and d r a g onfly nymph patterns can be productive.

Also, Koutsantonis notes that chironomids rise during the day. Again, shoal areas are prime locations, going deep as the temperatures rise.

Evening hatches make this lake worth the trip. Koutsantonis says that a Tom Thumb is a great choice for fishing later in the day.

Osprey Lake is the largest of the two lakes and the easiest to access. Shore fishing is made easy with good trail access. The west end of the lake is a popular spot for trout feeding on the abundant aquatic insects. Fly fishers in the spring, with chironomids, will concentrate at the narrow of the lake and east end.

There are two boat launches on Osprey Lake, one in front of Osprey Lake Retreat B&B, which also offers boat rentals.

1.800.668.1447 The 5-vehicle recreation site on the north end of Osprey Lake also has a steep boat launch. Link Lake has a 3-vehicle recreation site with a cartop boat launch.

Stop by Trout Waters Fly and Tackle for more information about fishing these lakes. Their new store is guaranteed to have everything you need from tackle to tips!

Angler’s Atlas members have posted map markers for both lakes. Visit anglersatlas.com/ lake/100965 for Osprey Lake, and www.anglersatlas.com/ lakes/100618 for Link Lake.

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rom Kelowna, head south on Hwy 97 to Summerland, then turn west onto SummerlandPrinceton road. Follow for nearly 50 km to Osprey Lake. For Link Lake follow the road further.

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QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 37 Hectares (92 Acres) Maximum Depth • 10 metres (33 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 1,457 metres (3,600 feet) Survey Date • August 1951 Contour Units • Feet

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Oyama Lake

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yama Lake is a medium size lake a short drive north of Kelowna. The lake has many islands and extensive shoal areas providing great rainbow trout fishing.

There are lots of rainbow trout in this lake, says Savas Koutsantonis of Trout Waters Fly and Tackle, and because it is a high elevation lake, the fishing remains good year-round.

and Streak Lake. While navigable by boat, watch for submerged logs.

One of the hot flies to try is the ʻOyama Secretʼ says Chicky Drouillard, owner of Oyama Lake Resort. This fly is an attractor pattern and has a pheasant hackle with an egg sac.

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Koutsantonis says fly fishing off of the shoals can be very productive, and says that the lake’s many small islands are ideal trout habitat. Fishing around the islands will shelter anglers from the wind.

12 km, to the turnoff into Oyama on your right (east).

Proceed through the town, and onto Oyama Lake Road, which climbs to the top of a hill. About 6 km from the town, there will be a side road on your right, with signs pointing to Oyama Lake Resort. The lake is another 2 km down the road. NOTE: This last section of road is VERY rough, and a 4WD is recom-

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Koutsantonis suggests using a Wedding Ring or

Flatfish.

Fly fishers may find that dry flies in the late spring can be very productive. In summer, early mornings and evenings are best times to head out.

He cautions boaters to be aware of the channel between Oyama Lake

this lake, drop by Trout Waters Fly and Tackle and talk to Savas. They’ve just opened a new store, and the friendly staff there will outfit you with everything you need for a great fishing trip.

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There is a forest rec site and a resort at the end of the road. The rec site has 15 vehicle units, and a boat launch.

The resort has cabins, a store and boat rentals. For more information, call the resort at (250) 8621013. © The Angler’s Atlas

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i n a u s Lake is north of Kelowna, located a short drive past Falkland. The lake has good rainbow trout fishing, is well-stocked, and is a good lake for lure fishers.

For dedicated trollers, Rod Hennig, owner of Rodney’s Reel Outdoors, suggests trollers use a 2 to 3 foot leader on the end of a Willow Leaf and use a Lyman Lure #30, which looks like a little fish. "Trout see the feathery action of the willow leaf and then see a fish chasing it and go after the fish."

Hennig notes that Pinaus Lake is heavily stocked, partly in order to compete with the perch, which are not native to this lake.

Despite the competition from the perch, the trout can still be quite large. In 2013, 20,000 rainbow trout were stocked in Pinaus Lake.

Both the trout and the perch go after the insects, which means that resources are limited. Perch can be great for kids to target, because they are relatively easy

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Audrey and Arvid Hoglund, hosts of Pinaus Lake Resort, say that the best time for perch fishing is the end of May. Hoglund notes that ice fishing is also successful. Try heading out from the rec site.

Into May, fly fishing for trout begins in earnest. Hoglund reccommends a ‘52 Buick or black Doc Spratley. Gear fishers should try silver colour combinations, particularly into June and July. She also suggests that shrimp and worms are usually great bait choices.

The Hoglunds maintain a fishing report page on their website, with up-to-date tips for fishing gear.

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rom Kelowna, head north along Highway 97 to Vernon, and turn left (west) onto

Highway 97, just past Swan Lake. Follow this highway to Ingram Road on the left (south), about 10 km past Falkland.

Pinaus Lake is about nine kilometres along Ingram Road, emerging at the western end of the lake. There is a second access road to Pinaus Lake, along Old Pinaus Road, but it is not maintained and requires 4WD. Pinaus Lake Resort is located at the west end of the lake, and has eleven rustic cabins. To find out more about the resort, visit their website www.PinausLake.com.

There is a recreation site a few kilometres along the road. It has capacity for 25 vehicles, and has a boat launch. Site is accessible by 2WD.

QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 169 Hectares (418 Acres) Maximum Depth • 53.6 metres (176 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 1,006 metres (3,300 feet) Survey Date • July 1969 Contour Units • Feet

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Postill Lake P

ostill Lake offers a unique fly fishing experience. Not only is the fishing fantastic, but the easy access to 5 other lakes makes this an ideal location from which to base a fishing trip.

It’s also close to Kelowna, which means it’s easy to get to for a quick morning outing or a weekend away. The lake is packed full of brook and rainbow trout, and its bays and shoals make for ideal

fishing.

same hatch patterns.

Cory Goldfinch of Postill Lake Lodge says that small lures such as flatfish or Lyman lures seem to work best. “The fishing is great,” she says. “Our fish range from 8 to 15 inches and are pretty easy to catch.”

Until 2004, Postill Lake was stocked with brook trout. Since 2009, the lake has been stocked with rainbow trout.

Fly fishing on Postill Lake is fabulous, too. Early in the season, Goldfinch suggests anglers try mosquitoes around mid-June, and mayflies soon after.

As the summer heats up, Spratleys, Grizzly Kings and Golden Pheasants are productive.

Goldfinch notes that the lakes nearby follow the

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rom Kelowna, turn off Hwy 97 at North end of airport runway. Follow signs for 4 km on paved road. At intersection of Farmers Drive, take the gravel road directly ahead of you (DO NOT take Farmers Drive). You then follow a good gravel road for the remaining 15 km. Postill Lake Lodge is at the end of the road.

Postill Lake Lodge offers campsites, cabins, cottage and boat rentals on Postill Lake, as well as a cabin on Twin Lake to the south.

Visit postilllake.com for more information.

There is a Forest Service Recreation Site on the northwest side of Postill Lake with 5 camp sites, tables and toilets, and a cartop boat launch.

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ose Valley Lake is a short drive west of Kelowna offering excellent rainbow trout fishing during spring and autumn.

For fly fishers, a 52 Buick is one of the better patterns to use, says Savas Koutsantonis of Trout Waters Fly and Tackle, adding that chironomids in spring and summer are productive.

Rose Valley Lake is a great family fishing lake. It is walkin access only, however the walk is an easy 10 minutes.

Koutstantonis says that the shore fishing is excellent, a great place for kids to cast a line. A popular technique is a simple worm and bobber in spring and fall.

As the summer progresses, you have to go out into deeper water to catch rainbow trout because weed growth develops around the shoreline and the surface water warms up.

unmarked island not shown on the map. He says it is about half way up the lake, near the 15m marker. Also, the island shown near the north end of the lake is now submerged. He suggests that this is a great place to target the trout.

north end. These are private properties and there is no onstreet parking. Please respect private property, fences, gates and signage.

No vehicles are permitted as this is the terminal reservoir for the Lakeview Irrigation District that supplies this water to over 12,000 residents. Access is only by walking over 2.5 km along a private access road.

The lake has been stocked with rainbow trout nearly every year since 1960. The dominant strains released into the lake are Pennask rainbow trout, but have also included Blackwater, Beaver, Tunkwa and Knouff strains.

Please consult your local tackle shop for the best ways to access Rose Valley The shop pros at Trout Waters Lake.

Fly and Tackle are very knowledgeable about the local fishing lakes. For more tips on fishing this lake, drop by and talk to Savas

There are no facilities on the lake and you need to hike in a belly boat or pontoon boat from the parking lot. No special fishing restrictions apply, but make sure to consult the freshwater fishing regulations before your first cast.

Koutsantonis advises readers that there is an

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QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 27 Hectares (67 Acres) Maximum Depth • 17 metres (56 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 599 metres (1,965 feet) Survey Date • May 1977 Contour Units • Metres

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bers all about it! anglersatlas.com/lake/101230 is the place to post stories, tips, photos and videos.

Add your markers to the lake and tell your fellow anglers about everything from hazards to hotspots.

While you’re there, sign up to follow your favourite lakes and never miss a thing.

Members can be notified when new information is posted to their favourite lakes. See anglersatlas.

In September, 2012, a bass derby com for details. was held on Skaha Lake for the If you’re in the Kelowna area, first time. The OK Classic, as it the shop pros at Trout Waters was called, was a popular event, Fly and Tackle are very knowland helped to cement the lake’s edgeable about the local fishing reputation as a premier bass lake. lakes. For more tips on fishing The south end and the weeds along this lake, drop by and talk to the eastern shores are ideal bass Savas Koutsantonis and the staff.

They’ve just opened a new store hangouts. in early 2013, sure to have whatAlong with bass, kokanee inhabit ever you need for your outing.

Skaha Lake. Generally kokanee tend to go after smaller lures, and LAKE ACCESS if you’re trolling, slower is better. asy access to Skaha Lake is Red and silver can be good colour along the western shores of the combinations. lake, on Highway 97. Alternately, Please consult the B.C. Freshwater Lakeside Road, on the east side, Fishing Regulations before head- leads past Skaha Bluffs Provincial ing out. There are speed restric- Park. This is a day-use area known tions or “no vessels” (as buoyed for its hiking and climbing opporand signed), in various locations. tunities. Road access to this park is closed between mid-November If you’re familiar with Skaha and the beginning Lake, head over to the Angler’s of March.

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There a r e s e v eral campgrounds surrounding Skaha Lake, and even more accommodation options in Penticton.

There are camping and day-use areas in the towns of Kaleden and Okanagan Falls as well.

QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 2,010 Hectares (4,967 Acres) Maximum Depth • 57 metres (187 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 339 metres (1,112 feet) Survey Date • July 1968 Contour Units • Feet

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eaver Lake is a short drive north of Kelowna and has good rainbow trout fishing.

Formally known as Swalwell Lake, it has many islands and shoals to explore. Swalwell Lake was stocked with 35,000 rainbow trout in 2013.

The lake is also home to Beaver Lake Resort. Adrian Hasler, owner of the resort, says the good chironomid hatch early in the season is followed by a good mayfly hatch.

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Trollers can explore the many deep holes of the lake trolling a Willow Leaf.

rom Kelowna, head north along Highway 97 to Winfield, and turn right (east) onto Beaver Lake Road. Follow this road for about 15 km to the south-west shore of the lake.

Even non anglers are encouraged to come out as the resort has all the equipment needed to catch fish, from reels and rods to

“You can try some dry flies,” says Hasler.

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They also have a guide available, highly recommended to ensure you make the most of your fishing time on the lake. To learn more about fishing this lake, contact the resort at beaverlakeresort.com.

Take a look at the Angler’s Atlas page for Swalwell Lake and post your stories, tips and more. See anglersatlas.com/lake/101354.

Two wet flies Hasler suggests are Doc Spratleys, in black and red, and a dark red leech pattern. Both of these flies are producing good

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There is a forest recreation site and resort located on the lake.

The recreation site has 20 vehicle units, and a boat launch.

Beaver Lake Resort is located a few kilometres from the southwestern end of the lake, and provides campground spaces as well as cabin rentals. Facilities available at the resort include a wellness centre, coffee shop, fly and tackle shop and guide service. To learn more, visit the resort online at BeaverLakeResort.com.

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QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 259 Hectares (640 Acres) Maximum Depth • 30.5 metres (100 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 1,345 metres (4,412 feet) Survey Date • September 1964 Contour Units • Feet

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Vaseux Lake

Getting the right bass gear at the start will help prevent lost lures, as bass lures have weed guards and are designed to pass easily through the weeds.

The Lyman Lures are good for bass fishing. Rod Hennig, local guide, suggests using a topwater lure in the weedy areas.

Try a Lyman plug, cast out and reel back in on top of the water.

Poppers or Buzzbait are also good to have on hand.

In deeper water, a dropshot with Powerbait can get them hooked.

Some anglers recommend using a fast retrieve for the Lyman lure, as it helps the lure dive deep.

A retrieve that gets the lure to dive and then pop up to the surface can often be effective. Repeat this over again so the bait displays an erratic up and down motion.

There are also opportunities for fly fishers. Bass will go after big patterns, such as a hand-tied mouse or frog. An oversize leech with silly legs can also work well.

As this pattern moves through the water the legs appear as they are swimming.

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Vaseux Lake can get quite windy, and can be challenging for paddling, however evenings can calm down, making later day a good time to head out.

Please be sure to check out the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations for Vaseux Lake, as restrictions are in place and quotas have changed for 2014.

The Vaseux Lake page on the Angler’s Atlas website has some great reports and tips, and is a great place to post your own stories, photos and map markers. See anglersatlas.com/lake/101542.

aseux Lake is located along Highway 97 between Oliver and and Okanagan Falls. Vaseux Lake Provincial Park borders large sections of the lake and has campsites for overnight accommodation.

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Wilgress Lake W

ilgress (Loon) Lake is a mid-elevation mountain lake, situated between the towns of Greenwood and Grand Forks.

Its easy access makes it a prime destination for trout anglers.

Because Wilgress Lake is fairly shallow, the trout are most active in spring and fall. The trout are an average size, though some larger ones have been known to come out of the lake. In 2014, 6,200 trout were stocked in Wilgress Lake.

good way to take advantage of the lake. Fishing from shore is challenging here because of the sedge grass and muddy bottom.

Fly fishing is the most common technique used by anglers.

Damselfly and drag- o n f l y pat-

give anglers a great chance to see these rainbows take to the surface for dry flies. Nice shoals are located in the south and east end, with a small island near the rest area.

Gear fishers can succeed with small tackle. If you’ve got light gear, try trolling or casting a Panther Martin or another small spinner near the shore. Go deeper with a Willow Leaf and Wedding Band.

The Angler’s Atlas now has a “follow” feature, where members can sign up to be notified when new information is posted to their favourite lakes. Check out anglersatlas.com for details. The lake page for Wilgress Lake is at anglersatlas.com/lake/101612.

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terns can produce well here.

Later in the season, try nymph patterns down deep.

Leeches and shrimp can bring in the trout, again with a full sink line.

Wilgress Lake is 22 km west of Grand Forks on Hwy 3 or 12.8 km. east of Greenwood.

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QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 17 Hectares (43 Acres) Maximum Depth • 17.4 metres (57 feet)

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Elevation (ASL) • 994 metres (3,261 feet) Survey Date • Unknown Contour Units • Metres

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ellow Lake’s easy access and well stocked waters welcome anglers of all levels.

This popular trolling lake lies south west of Penticton en route to Vancouver.

Rainbow, kokanee and brook trout are both stocked in Yellow Lake. Your best bet is to try your luck in the cooler seasons.

Brook trout are more active at cooler temperatures. Also, during the midsummer, the lake can see algae blooms. Both the rainbows and brook trout are average in size, b u t

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There are perch in Yellow Lake, and these fish compete with the trout for resources. As a result, the trout may be on the smaller side to average sized, though they can be tough fighters.

There are good shore fishing opportunities along Yellow Lake.

Highway 3A runs along the righthand side of the lake. Standard gear is a good choice, and keep it light. Try your spinning gear with Dick Nites, Panther Martins and wedding bands.

Many anglers do well trolling along the shoreline. Try the south shore, and troll slowly through different depths. A willow leaf produces well.

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Yellow Lake is an excellent choice for fly fishing. There are shoals at both ends of the lake. Nymph patterns produce.

A dragonfly nymph can work wonders. Try a searching pattern such as a ‘52 Buick, a halfback, or a Doc Spratley. Try your basic colours to start.

There is a boat launch on the west end of the lake. Here you will also find a rest area with picnic tables, dock and washrooms. Pit toilets and a rough car top boat launch are found on the east side just off the highway. Yellow Lake has an aeration system on it. Please be very cautious when ice fishing.

Please note that there is an LAKE ACCESS engine restriction of 7.5 kw (10 he lake is 25 km from hp) in place for Yellow Lake.

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Okanagan Fishing Regulations 2015-2017 Changes as of April 1, 2015 are highlighted.

GENERAL RESTRICTIONS No fishing: (spring closure) in any stream in Region 8 from Apr. 1 to June 30 (see tables for exceptions).

Single barbless hook: must be used in all streams of Region 8, all year.

Free maps at www.AnglersAtlas.com Please Note: Provincial wide regulations also apply. Download the complete regulations to view these rules. www.env.gov.bc.ca/fw/fish/regulations/

TABLE LEGEND See the following tables for exceptions and additional regulations on specific waters.  Stocked Lake (not all stocked lakes listed, see p. 87) * Including tributaries  Youth/Disabled Accompanied Water

REGIONAL DAILY CATCH QUOTAS (See tables for exceptions) Trout/char: 5, but not more than • 1 over 50 cm POSSESSION QUOTAS • 4 from streams (only 2 over 30 cm) Possession quotas = 2 daily quotas (See tables for exceptions) And you may retain: Daily & Annual Catch Quotas for Salmon Please refer to the NOTICE on page 4 for Salmon Regulations.

20 Brook trout from streams

And you must release: Kettle River Rainbow Trout Bull trout (Dolly Varden) from streams The Kettle River Watershed supports several wild fish stocks including rainbow trout, whitefish and several species Kokanee: 5 (none from streams) at risk. It is also one of the best river fly-fishing systems in the Okanagan Region. The fishery is focused on wild Whitefish: 15 (all species combined) stocks of fluvial rainbow trout that can attain sizes in excess of 50 cm. In order to protect rainbow trout in this enviBass: 8 (largemouth & smallmouth combined) ronmentally sensitive watershed, regulatory changes were implemented in 2015. Changes include rainbow trout Burbot: 2 release and a seasonal closure on some parts during summer months when water temperatures are high. See the Yellow perch: 20 water specific tables for the Kettle,West Kettle, and Granby Rivers for more details.

Walleye: 8 Crappie: 20 The large fishing vessels you see on Okanagan Lake are part of the Okanagan Lake Mysis Fishery. Mysis shrimp were introduced into Okanagan Crayfish: 25 Lake in the 1960s to provide an additional food source for Rainbow Trout and enhance the fishery. However, these shrimp compete with young kokanee for the same food source (phytoplankton) and their introduction has resulted in negative impacts to kokanee stocks. The Okanagan Lake Mysis Fishery is an experimental initiative, led by the Province, to investigate the feasability of large-scale removal of Mysis from Okanagan Lake, as a method to improve in-lake rearing conditions for kokanee.

The primary period of operation is May-October (based on productivity & catch), however the fishery can occur year round. Fishing efforts are focused on the north end of the lake, between Fintry Provincial Park and Cameron Point; where the highest concentration of Mysis shrimp can be found.

To date, >657 metric tons of Mysis have been harvested from Okanagan Lake, with an average annual removal of 73 metric tons. Not only is the Okanagan Lake Mysis Fishery helping to recover kokanee stocks, but it also provides significant economic benefits to the local community.

For more information about the Okanagan Lake Mysis Fishery, please contact the Fish and Wildlife regional office at (250) 490-8200.

Wood Lake Kokanee Wood Lake is the last high use wild stock kokanee fishery in Canada, garnering in excess of 15,000 angler days each year. Kokanee stocks crashed in 2011, resutling in regulatory restrictions. However, successful water management and strong returns have permitted a limited opening for this popular fishery this year.

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ALARIC LAKE ALLEYNE LAKE  ASHNOLA RIVER ASP (China) CREEK BAIRD LAKE  BIGHORN RESERVOIR (Lakeview Irrigation District) “ BLUEY LAKE POTHOLES” BORGESON LAKE

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No Fishing Includes all unnamed lakes within 2 km of Bluey Lake (except Bluey Lake itself and Kentucky Lake) See Round Lake No ice fishing Artificial fly only, bait ban See Leonard Lake No ice fishing Trout/char release; artificial fly only, bait ban, single barbless hook WARNING! Dangerous thin ice due to aeration!

No ice fishing Trout/char daily quota = 1; bait ban, single barbless hook No ice fishing Rainbow trout daily quota = 2; engine power restriction -7.5 Kw (10 hp) WARNING! Dangerous thin ice due to aeration!

No ice fishing No fishing north of a line between Bald and Knob Points, Mar 1-May 31 Rainbow trout daily quota = 2 (only one over 50 cm); barbless hook Engine power restriction -7.5 Kw (10 hp) Electric motors only Unnamed lake located about 200 m west of Thalia Lake

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CHAPMAN LAKE CHRISTINA LAKE

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CHUTE LAKE CLIFFORD (Cliff) LAKE 

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CONKLE LAKE  CROOKED LAKES  DEE LAKE  DEER LAKE  DOBBIN LAKE  DOREEN LAKE 

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DRY LAKE  EASTMERE LAKE 

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Exempt from Spring Closure Exempt from Spring Closure No ice fishing Trout daily quota = 1; bait ban, single barbless hook No ice fishing Artificial fly only, bait ban No ice fishing Electric motors only Trout/char daily quota = 2; engine power restriction -electric motors only; WARNING! Dangerous thin ice due to aeration Electric motors only; WARNING! Dangerous thin ice due to aeration!

No ice fishing Trout/char daily quota = 1; bait ban, single barbless hook No ice fishing Electric motors only From the confluence with Burrell Creek, upstream: exempt from Spring Closure; bait ban Apr 1-Oct 31; trout/char daily quota = 1 Downstream of Burrell Creek: bait ban July 1-Oct 31; rainbow trout release Bait ban No ice fishing Trout/char daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Trout daily quota = 1;  Youth/Disabled Accompanied Water May 1-Jun 15 (see page 5 in the Provincial Regulations) Engine power restriction -7.5 kw (10 hp); this lake is part of McCulloch Reservoir No ice fishing Engine power restriction -7.5 kw (10 hp) No ice fishing

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HIDDEN LAKE  HYDRAULIC LAKE  IDLEBACK LAKE 

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JEWEL LAKE  JOHNNY LAKE  KALAMALKA LAKE

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MARA LAKE

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8-6 8-8 8-11

No towing Engine power restriction -7.5 kw (10 hp); this lake is part of McCulloch Reservoir No ice fishing Trout daily quota = 1; bait ban, single barbless hook; electric motors only Electric motors only No ice fishing Electric motors only No fishing from Jewel Lake downstream 1.5 km to signs Engine power restriction -7.5 Kw (10 hp) & speed restriction (8 km/h) Electric motors only Kokanee daily quota = 2 Speed restrictions or “no vessels” (as buoyed and signed), various locations Engine power restriction -7.5 Kw (10 hp) No ice fishing Rainbow trout daily quota = 1; bait ban, single barbless hook Unnamed lake located about 50 m east of Kentucky Lake Exempt from Spring Closure No Fishing July 25-Aug 25; bait ban Apr 1-Oct 31; rainbow trout release year round Bait Ban No ice fishing Trout/char release; artificial fly only, bait ban, single barbless hook Electric motors only WARNING! Dangerous thin ice due to aeration!

No ice fishing Trout/char daily quota = 1; bait ban, single barbless hook Electric motors only No ice fishing Trout daily quota = 1 (none under 50 cm); bait ban, single barbless hook Electric motors only Unnamed lake located about 400 m west of Thalia Lake No ice fishing Trout/char daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Unnamed lake approx.2 km north of Vinson Lake Electric motors only No ice fishing No ice fishing Trout daily quota = 1; bait ban, single barbless hook No ice fishing Trout daily quota=1 (none under 50 cm); bait ban, single barbless hook Electric motors only No fishing south of a line between signs on lakeshore 800 m north of Shuswap River inlet, Jan 1-May 31 Bull trout (Dolly Varden) daily quota = 1 (none under 50 cm); single barbless hook Follow angling regulations for Shuswap Lake, Region 3; see Rosemond Lake WARNING! Dangerous thin ice due to aeration!

Engine power restriction -7.5 Kw (10 hp) No fishing below falls 4 km above Christina Lake No ice fishing;Trout/char daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Exempt from Spring Closure downstream of Kelowna Airport Engine power restriction -7.5 kw (10 hp); this lake is part of McCulloch Reservoir No fishing from falls at Gallagher Canyon to Okanagan Lake Rainbow trout daily quota = 2 (only one over 50 cm) Speed restrictions or “no vessels” (as buoyed and signed), various locations, plus no powered boats at Killarney Beach Park” Barbless hook No fishing Oct 1-Nov 15 Exempt from Spring Closure from Okanagan Lake dam downstream to McIntyre Dam and below Drop Structure No. 1 (located about 1 km above Osoyoos Lake) Rainbow trout release; No powered boats These isolated oxbows adjacent to Okanagan River below the McIntyre Dam and above Vaseux Lake are EXEMPT from the Spring Closure Kokanee daily quota = 5 (none over 30cm from July 1 to October 31); barbless hook July 1-Oct.31 Speed restriction on parts, no vessels or no powered boats in 5 signed swimming areas Engine power restriction -7.5 Kw (10 hp) No Fishing from Hardy Falls to Okanagan Lake Closed all year below Hwy #97

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RAMPART LAKE  RICKEY LAKE ROBERTSON LAKE  ROSEMOND LAKE ROSE VALLEY RESERVOIR  (Lakeview Irrigation District) ROUND (Borgeson) LAKE  SANDNER CREEK SATURDAY LAKE SAWMILL LAKE  SHANNON LAKE (netted off portion on the south end of the lake)

8-6 8-5 8-5 8-25 8-11

No ice fishing, Artificial fly only, bait ban Electric motors only. Unnamed lake located about 300 m south of Thalia Lake Electric motors only No powered boats south of the CPR bridge Electric motors only

8-5 8-15 8-6 8-1 8-10

No fishing south of line between signs on opposite shores about 50 m from outlet, Mar 15-June 30 Closed all year No ice fishing, Electric motors only See Burnell Lake Trout daily quota = 1;  Youth/Disabled Accompanied Water May 1-Jun 15 (see page 5 in the Provincial Regulations) No Fishing from Westside Road Bridge to Okanagan Lake No Fishing from Mara Lake upstream to Mara Bridge Rainbow trout/char release; exempt from spring closure from Mara Bridge upstream to Sugar Lake Above Sugar Lake: Bait ban; No fishing Sept 1-Oct 31 Electric motors only Wild rainbow trout release between Hwy #3 bridge at Princeton and Hwy #3 bridge 31 km below Princeton Bait ban, Apr 1-Oct 31; exempt from Spring Closure No fishing Sept 1-Oct 15 Speed restrictions or “no vessels” (as buoyed and signed), various locations No ice fishing Trout/char daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook No ice fishing WARNING! Dangerous thin ice due to aeration!

No ice fishing Trout daily quota = 1; bait ban, single barbless hook No ice fishing Rainbow trout daily quota = 1; bait ban, single barbless hook No ice fishing Electric motors only Bull trout daily quota = 1 (none under 50 cm); single barbless hook No ice fishing, Electric motors only See Friday, Saturday and Sunday Lakes Electric motors only Electric motors only No Fishing from Highway 97 to Okanagan Lake No Fishing from the trestle in Trout Creek Canyon to Okanagan Lake; uptream of the trestle exempt from Spring Closure Electric motors only Electric motors only Bait ban Apr 1-Oct 31; exempt from Spring Closure Electric motors only Closed all year Known by Ministry of Forests designations as Lakes 711, 712, 713, 364 & 309 on Map 92H-088 No powered boats (Canadian Wildlife Service Regulation) Bass daily quota = 4 No Bass over 35 cm, Apr 15-June 15; only 1 Bass over 35 cm, June 16-Apr 14 No ice fishing Trout/char release; bait ban, single barbless hook Road accessing the south end is closed. Alternative access available.

No fishing below Frog Falls (excluding Wap Lake) Sept 1-June 30 Exempt from Spring Closure above Frog Falls Rainbow trout release year round No Fishing Aug 1 - Aug 31 Bait ban Apr 1-Oct 31; exempt from Spring Closure Bait Ban. Motorized vehicle closure. Walk-in access only. See sign at trailhead.

No fishing for kokanee Sept 1 - March 31; Kokanee daily quota = 2, Apr 1-Aug 31 Speed restriction (10 km/h) on parts Engine power restriction -7.5 Kw (10 hp); WARNING! Dangerous thin ice due to aeration

SHORTS CREEK SHUSWAP RIVER

8-11 8-26

SILVER LAKE  SIMILKAMEEN RIVER

8-8 8-2

SITKUM CREEK SKAHA LAKE SOUTH LAKE

8-23 8-9 8-10

SPECTRUM LAKE SPRING LAKE  (West of McCall Lakes) SPUKUNNE LAKE 

8-23 8-8 8-6

SQUARE LAKE 

8-21

STATE LAKE

8-14 8-5 8-23 8-6 SUNDAY LAKE  TEEPEE LAKES 8-6 TOMMY LEE LAKE 8-5 THIRSK LAKE 8-8 TREPANIER RIVER 8-8 TROUT CREEK 8-8 TROUT LAKE 8-8 TUGULNUIT LAKE 8-1 TULAMEEN RIVER 8-5 8-2 TWIN LAKES  UNNAMED LAKES located immediately north 8-6 and south of Bluey Lake VASEUX LAKE (including two lagoons on the 8-1 west side of Okanagan River above McIntyre Dam) 8-6 VINSON LAKE  STONY LAKE  SUGAR LAKE

WAP CREEK

8-24

WEST KETTLE RIVER

8-12

WEST KETTLE RIVER’S tributaries WOOD LAKE

8-12 8-22

YELLOW LAKE 

8-2

2015 outlook From darrell JoBB Western star charters www.frenchcreekstore.ca/charters.html

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f the start of this year is any indication on how the fishing will be in our local waters we’re in for a great season! The “Winter Chinook” fishing is the best it been in years. Many fisherman are reporting good early season catches.

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Winter Chinook salmon will hold in our area providing there’s some bait (usually Herring) for their hearty appetite. I have caught these salmon from December well into and past April. “Out Front” of French Creek Harbour on the humps and Ballenas Islands are good areas to try for early season Chinook salmon. In May and June we can have great fishing as migratory Chinook salmon pass through our waters heading for their native rivers, such as the Columbia River Chinook run. Sangster Island and Young Pt. can be productive areas for migrating salmon.

July can be a transition time, however last year we had Coho and Chinook salmon remain in our area through the summer, and with Pink salmon being an odd year predominant run the fishing should remain steady.

In August our resident Chinooks start to make their way home for some final feeding in preparation to head up both the Little Qualicum and Big Qualicum Rivers. When these Chinooks start to stack up near the end of the month its quite a spectacular fishery for trollers and jiggers alike.

We have our local French Creek Salmon Derby slated for August 14-16, 2015. This is a fun event for all ages, with lots of great prizes. All the proceeds from the derby go to the Marion Baker Fish Hatchery ( Coho enhancement) on French Creek.

You round out September with some great late season Chinook fishing, the Coho also start to stack up along the beach as well. Not to be over looked is the steady bottomfishing for Lingcod, and Rockcod open from May 1-September 30.

Crabbing and Prawning is also productive in our area.

by Darrell Jobb, Western Star Charters

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CARIB O O CHILC OTIN C OAST

RESORT NAME

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KOOTENAYS

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Cabins/Lodging

EMAIL

Equipment Rental

PHONE

Store/Tackle

WEBSITE

ACE HIGH RESORT

info@acehighresort.com

(250) 456-7518

www.acehighresort.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

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

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

CROOKED LAKE RESORT

info@crookedlakeresort.ca

(250) 404-0201

www.crookedlakeresort.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

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

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

MOOSEHAVEN RESORT

moosehaven@telus.net

(250) 593-2300

www.moosehavenresort.com

NIMPO LAKE RESORT

info@nimpolakeresort.com

(250) 742-3239

www.nimpolakeresort.com

NORTHERN LIGHTS LODGE

info@nllodge.com

(877) 718-2200

www.nllodge.com

NUK TESSLI ALPINE EXPERIENCE

nuktessi@gmail.com

(250) 476-1171

www.nuktessli.com

PONDEROSA RESORT

ponderosa@bcinternet.net

(250) 397-2243

www.ponderosaresort.com

PYNA-TEE-AH FISHING ADVENTURES

adventure@pynateeah.com

(866) 299-9100

www.ecotours-bc.com

RAINBOW RESORT

rainbowr@bcinternet.net

(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

SHERIDAN PARK RESORT

park@sheridanlake.com

(250) 593-4643

www.sheridanlake.com

STEWART'S LODGE & CAMPS

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

ELK RIVER GUIDING COMPANY

info@elkriver.ca

(250) 423-7239

www.elkriver.ca

REEL ADVENTURES

go-fish@shaw.ca

(250) 505-4963

www.reeladventuresfishing.com

ST. MARY ANGLER FLY SHOP

stmaryangler@gmail.com

(800) 667-2311

www.stmaryangler.com

BABINE LODGE

babinelodge@gmail.com

(250) 697-2310

BABINE NORLAKES STEELHEAD CAMP

norlakes@gmail.com

(250) 847-2341

BREWSTER WILDERNESS LODGE

trish@highkelly.com

(250) 523-6994

DAMDOCHAX RIVER LODGE

alicewilliams@damdocax.com

(250) 877-6075

www.damdochax.com

EUCHINIKO LAKES RANCH

info@blackwater.infosathse.com

(250) 567-4939

www.blackwateradventures.com

FINGER LAKE WILDERNESS RESORT

info@fingerlakeresort.com

(778) 785-1114

www.fingerlakeresort.com

GUN LAKE RESORT

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THOMPSON OKANAGAN

PHONE

Store/Tackle

WEBSITE

FRONTIER FARWEST LODGE

info@bulkleysteelhead.com

(877) 846-9153

GLACIER GUIDING

jbritton73@icloud.com

(250) 877-1994

www.bulkleysteelhead.com

LAKES DISTRICT AIR AND FISHING

flying@ldair.ca

(250) 692-3229

www.LDair.ca

MOBERLY LAKE RESORT & MARINA

hhammer@pris.bc.ca

(250) 782-6425

www.moberlylakemarinaandresort.ca

NADINA LAKE LODGE

nadina@shaw.ca

(250) 695-6788

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

gelmgmt@shaw.ca

(250) 503-0060

SKEENA MEADOWS WILDLIFE PRES.

mk@skeenameadows.com

(250) 842-6400

www.skeenameadows.com

STEELHEAD VALHALLA LODGE

jeff@sweetwatertravel.com

(250) 847-1806

www.steelheadvalhallalodge.com

SUSKEENA LODGE

jeff@sweetwatertravel.com

(250) 847-1806

www.sustutriver.com

TERRACE SPORTFISHING ADV.

terracesportfishing@hotmail.com

(250) 635-3521

www.terracesportfishing.com

TETACHUCK WILDERNESS LODGE

info@tetachucklodge.com

(403) 799 4652

www.tetachucklodge.com

VAN TINE GUIDING & OUTFITTING

info@vantineguiding.com

(250) 695-6677

www.pondosybay.com

7 HALF DIAMOND RANCH

cabin@guestranchbc.com

(250) 378-2616

www.guestranchbc.com

AKEHURST LAKE FISHING RESORT

larryprovencal@shaw.ca

(250) 377-7615

www.brownsbayresort.com

BARE LAKE LODGE

info@bctrout.com

(604) 792-4293

www.barelakelodge.com

BEAVER LAKE RESORT

info@beaverlakeresort.com

(250) 762-2225

www.beaverlakesresort.com

BONE CREEK WILDERNESS RETREAT

bonecreek@xplornet.com

(250) 434-9671

www.bonecreek.ca

CAVERHILL LODGE

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

CIRCLE W HI HUM FISHING CAMP

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

(800) 663-4838

www.douglaslake.com

HI HUM LAKE FISHING RESORT

hihiumlk@gmail.com

(250) 459-2306

www.hihiumlake.com

HYAS LAKE FISHING CAMP

(250) 319-1404

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

M&M’s FISHING AND HUNTING RESORT

chrismccaffrey1@gmail.com

(604) 710-6686

www.skyhilodge.ca

MEADOW LAKE FISHING CAMP

meadowlake@xplornet.com

604-629-9860

www.meadowlakefishing.com

MILE HIGH RESORT

info@milehighresort.com

(866) 371-2606

www.milehighresort.com

NEHALLISTON FISHING LODGE

nehalliston@yahoo.ca

(250) 677-4209

PIMAINUS FISHING CAMP

d.erdely@telus.net

(250) 768-5538

POSTILL LAKE LODGE

postilllake@xplornet.com

(877) 623-6982

www.postilllake.com

ROCHE LAKE RESORT

info@rochelake.com

(250) 828-2007

www.rochelake.com

STAR LAKE FISHING RESORT

starlake1999@yahoo.com

(250) 674-8494

www.starlakefishingresort.com

SURREY LAKE FISHING RESORT

info@surreylake.com

(866) 523-9778

www.surreylake.com

THUYA LAKES LODGE

info@thuyalakes.com

(250) 372-6867

www.thuyalakes.com

TUNKWA LAKE FISHING RESORT

paul@tunkwalakeresort.com

(250) 523-9697

www.tunkwalakeresort.com

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EMAIL

Equipment Rental

VANCOUVER COAST MTN.

NORTHERN B C

RESORT NAME

Cabins/Lodging

VANCOUVER ISLAND

Camping/RV

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VANCOUVER ISLAND

VANCOUVER COAST MTN.

TH-OK

RESORT NAME WENDEGO LODGE

Cabins/Lodging

EMAIL info@wendegolodge.com

WHITE MOOSE RESORT

Equipment Rental

PHONE

Store/Tackle

WEBSITE

(250) 819-1713

www.wendegolodge.com

(250) 459-2258

www.whitemooseresort.com

BC SPORT FISHING GROUP

info@bcsportfishinggroup.com

(877) 796-3345

bcsportfishinggroup.com

BENT RODS GUIDING AND FISHING CO.

fishing@bentrods.ca

(604) 794-5976

www.bentrods.ca

BON CHOVY FISHING CHARTERS

info@bonchovy.com

(604) 763-5460

www.bonchovy.com

ERIK’S ANGLING ADVENTURES

erik@flyguidebc.com

(604) 556-4807

www.flyguidebc.com

FRASER RIVER LODGE

office@fraserriverlodge.com

(800) 665-6206

www.fraserriverlodge.com

PITT RIVER LODGE

info@pittriverlodge.com

(250) 378-2616

www.pittriverlodge.com

STS GUIDING SERVICE

sts@guidebc.com

(604) 671-3474

www.guidebc.com

BEARCOVE 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

NIMMO BAY RESORT

heli@nimmobay.com

(800)-837-4354

www.nimmobay.com

OGILVIE OUTFITTING

fly-fisher@ogilvieoutfitting.com

(250) 752-5887

www.ogilvieoutfitting.com

RUGGED POINT LODGE

info@ruggedpointlodge.com

(250) 332-5220

www.ruggedpointlodge.com

THE RAMBLING FISHERMAN

mustardfishing@gmail.com

(250) 203-7564

www.ramblingfisherman.com

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Chetwynd Your four season playground...

Located in the eastern foothills of the Northern Rocky Mountains, Chetwynd offers a unique balance of prairies, mountains, wilderness and a full service community.

The area is well known for its breathtaking scenery and countryside.

CHAINSAW CARVING TOUR | GREENSPACE TRAIL SYSTEM | GOLF | SWIMMING | CAMPING | FISHING HUNTING | CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING | SNOWMOBILING | MOUNTAIN BIKING

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INTERNATIONAL CHAINSAW CARVING CHAMPIONSHIP JUNE 11 - 14, 2015

The Annual Chetwynd International Chainsaw Carving Championship has visually shaped Chetwynd into a one-of-a-kind locale. Artists from all over the world compete in this unique competition. The District of Chetwynd keeps each intricately carved piece from the championship and places them throughout town. � � � � �

Spectators can watch the artists create their works of art over the four days from start to finish Today, competitors come from as far as Wales and Japan to compete Don’t miss the quick carve competition held on Sunday and your chance to bid on a piece at the auction!

Take a self-guided walking tour Over 140 carvings and more added each year - a must-see! snap & watch

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Chetwynd Visitor Centre Tel: 250.788.1943 • Fax: 250.788.1846 tourist@gochetwynd.com

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2014 Okanagan Fish Stocking Report Waterbody Name

Species

Released

Waterbody Name

Species

Released

Waterbody Name

Species

Released

AGUR

RB

1,000

DEWOLF

RB

1,000

JEWEL

EB

5,000

AILEEN

RB

1,500

DOBBIN

RB

1,000

JEWEL

RB

15,000

ALLENDALE

RB

2,000

DOREEN

RB

8,000

JOHN BURNS

RB

500

ALLEYNE

KO

5,000

DRY

RB

3,000

JOHNNY

RB

1,500

ALLEYNE

RB

2,500

DUO VIA

EB

1,000

KATHY

RB

500

ALLISON

RB

10,000

EASTMERE

RB

1,000

KENTUCKY

RB

19,500

ARTHURS

RB

500

ECHO (WINFIELD)

RB

2,000

KENTUCKY NW POTHOLE

RB

1,000

BAIRD

RB

5,000

ECHO (LUMBY)

RB

20,230

KENTUCKY SE POTHOLE

RB

500

BAKER

RB

2,000

ERN

EB

1,000

KIDD

RB

1,000

BARDOLPH

RB

1,500

FISH

EB

2,000

KIDNEY

RB

6,000

BARTON

RB

300

FIVE O'CLOCK

RB

1,000

KILPOOLA

RB

1,500

BEACON

RB

500

FLOURINE

RB

500

KUMP

RB

2,000

BEAVER

RB

34,989

FLYFISH 1 (W)

RB

3,000

LADY KING

RB

600

BECKER

EB

2,000

FLYFISH 2 (E)

RB

4,000

LAIRD

RB

4,000

BIELY

RB

500

FRIDAY

RB

5,000

LAMBLY

RB

9,000

BISSON

RB

1,000

GARDOM

RB

8,000

LARKIN 1 (S)

RB

500

BLUEY

RB

10,000

GARNET

EB

1,000

LARRY

RB

700

BONNEAU

RB

500

GARNET

RB

1,000

LASSIE

RB

7,000

BORGESON

RB

6,000

GARRISON 1 (N)

RB

1,500

LEONARD

RB

3,000

BOSS

RB

6,000

GARRISON 2 (S)

RB

750

LINK

RB

8,000

BOULDER

RB

500

GELLATELY

RB

500

LIVER

RB

300

BRENDA

RB

2,000

GILL

RB

500

LOCH DRINKIE

RB

1,000

BROWNE

RB

7,000

GLADSTONE

RB

2,670

LOCH LARSON

RB

1,000

BRUNETTE

RB

500

GLEN

EB

500

LOON (PEACHLAND)

EB

1,000

BUCK

RB

2,000

GLEN

RB

2,000

LOON (PEACHLAND)

RB

1,000

BURNELL

RB

600

GOOSE

RB

7,000

LOON (WINFIELD)

RB

800

BURNS

RB

1,000

GRASSY

RB

1,000

LOOSEMORE

RB

5,000

BUTLER

RB

750

GREYBACK

RB

5,000

LOST

RB

1,000

CHAIN

RB

7,500

GRIZZLY SWAMP

RB

3,000

LUDWICK

RB

7,000

CHRISTIE

EB

1,000

HAGGKVIST

RB

2,000

MACDONALD

RB

2,000

CHURCHILL

EB

900

HALL ROAD POND

RB

1,000

MADDEN

RB

4,400

CLARK 2 (SE)

RB

1,000

HAYNES

RB

5,000

MCCAFFREY

RB

3,000

CLARK 3 (NE)

RB

1,000

HEADWATER 1 (S)

EB

8,000

MCCALL

RB

429

CLEAR

RB

500

HEADWATER 2 (E)

RB

5,000

MCINTYRE

EB

1,000

CLIFF

RB

2,000

HEADWATER 3 (M)

RB

3,000

MCLEAN

RB

500

COALGOAT

RB

500

HEADWATER 4 (W)

RB

1,000

MINNOW

RB

2,000

COLLIER LOWER (NW)

RB

1,000

HIDDEN

RB

15,000

MISSEZULA

EB

25,000

COLLIER UPPER (SE)

RB

500

HIGH

RB

1,500

MISSEZULA

RB

50,000

CONKL

RB

8,000

HOLIDAY

RB

1,000

MOORE (WINFIELD)

RB

2,000

CUP

RB

2,000

HOLSTEIN

RB

1,000

MOORE (WESTBRIDGE)

RB

500

DARKE

EB

2,000

HOODOO

RB

2,000

MUNRO

RB

3,000

DARKE

RB

2,000

HOOK

RB

2,000

MURPHY 1 (E)

RB

1,000

DAVIS

RB

6,000

HYDRAULIC

RB

10,000

MURPHY 2 (W)

RB

3,000

DEADMAN

RB

5,000

IDABEL

EB

5,000

NARAMATA

RB

1,000

DEE

RB

29,992

IDLEBACK

RB

1,000

NEVERTOUCH

RB

5,000

DENISON

RB

300

ISINTOK

RB

5,000

NICKEL PLATE

RB

6,000

DERENZY

RB

500

JACKPINE

RB

3,000

NORMAN

RB

500

Okanagan Fishing 2015 Waterbody Name

Free maps at www.AnglersAtlas.com

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Species

Released

Waterbody Name

Species

Released

Waterbody Name

Species

Released

ORIAN

RB

500

SECRET (PENTICTON)

RB

500

TURTLE

EB

OSPREY

RB

12,000

SEIDNER

EB

500

TUZO

RB

1,000 500

OTTER

KO

10,050

SEIDNER

RB

500

TWIN

EB

5,759

OYAMA

RB

15,000

SHANNON

RB

3,500

TWIN

RB

6,006

PEACHLAND

RB

3,000

SIGALET

RB

2,000

VINSON

RB

1,600

PEAR

RB

3,000

SILVER

RB

5,000

WHITEHEAD

RB

10,000

PETE'S

RB

1,000

PINAUS

RB

20,000

PINTAIL

RB

500

POLSON PARK POND

RB

POSTILL

SPRING

RB

500

WILGRESS

RB

6,200

SPUKUNNE

RB

1,000

WILLIAMSON

RB

3,000

SQUARE

RB

1,000

WOLLASTON (SOUTH)

RB

500

1,000

STONY

RB

750

WOLLASTON (SW)

RB

250

RB

1,000

STREAK

RB

4,000

XENIA

RB

3,000

PROSSER

RB

2,000

STRINGER

RB

1,500

YELLOW

EB

10,000

PROVIDENCE

RB

500

SUMMIT

RB

2,000

YELLOW

KO

5,000

RAMPART

RB

4,000

SUNDAY

RB

5,000

YELLOW

RB

15,000

RENEES POTHOLE

RB

500

SW DENISON (LOWER)

RB

500

RICK

RB

2,000

SW DENISON (UPPER)

RB

1,000

RIPLEY

RB

3,000

SWAN

RB

15,000

ROBERTSON

RB

2,500

TAHLA

RB

1,000

ROD

RB

500

TAURUS

RB

2,500

ROSE VALLEY

RB

2,500

TAYLOR (PRINCETON)

RB

1,500

RUSSELL

RB

1,000

TAYLOR (OLIVER)

RB

500

RUTH

RB

500

TERRACED

RB

500

SANDRIFT 1 (N)

RB

1,000

THALIA

RB

9,000

SANDRIFT 2 (SE)

RB

2,000

THOMAS

RB

1,000

SECRET (PRINCETON)

RB

500

THONE

RB

2,000

Stock Species Codes: EB

Eastern Brook Trout (Char)

KO

Kokanee

RB

Rainbow Trout

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