port hardy

[farny]

Hi fellas would any of you know what the fishing is like in port hardy I am thinking about going around the 20th I have never been how far of arun to the fishing grounds ,what is my chances of some decent fishing art that time,or if you have any suggestions where I shoutld go,and no hell is not an option thanks .

[SerengetiGuide]

Fishing is great. Some fishing spots are as little as a 2minute run from the marina...

I don't fish for a living...I live to fish!

[CATSA]

Hey Serengeti
What are a couple good places to try
Thanks

[richmake]

Duval...

[SerengetiGuide]

Plus Castle Rock

I don't fish for a living...I live to fish!

[theJohnD]

A lot to know about the Port Hardy area. Good info at Salmon University web site. Probably best way to quick sucess is to book one day with a guide and then use the information he gives you to fish in several places. Serengitti Guide puts a lot of fish on the dock as well as big Jim who, with his wife, runs the tackle shop in the mall next to Overweiti grocery store. You will learn a lot and eliminate a lot of wasted time( and money) looking and trying to learn everything on your own. If you have seveal weeks not as big an issue. Just a thought, I have fished there 13 yrs now and am still learning every year.

[richmake]

Trust me when I tell you this...JohnD
If I know a potential client has got a boat in town and you are just looking for a day charter so I'll show you where to go....Duval is the place:D
Most of us up there are still trying our hardest to avoid the sheep:)
Just do like everybody else and burn some fuel and explore the hard way....

[ichthyoid]

I hate to be a sheep, but I saw Serengeti at the dock last year with great catches in the cart. If I had the $$$, I'd go with him for a day.




2601 Striper

[ichthyoid]

While on the topic of Port Hardy, can someone tell me what the price of diesel is running at a station? How about the dock price for gasoline? Thanks in advance.

[Big Joe]

Crap, gas went up yesterday to 1.45 at the pump, diesel will be more, best to phone the Quarterdeck for a price update.
Hey Serengeti, I new you were up cause someone phoned me and gave me **** for making a swell going by the marina to the crab pots:D.Our boat wasn't even running then, hee hee. Must be a marina fink around this year.. And on another note, the RCMP have a Hardy boat and crew this year, and are going to be doing some serious spot checks for fisheries and booze. They have also said there will be a uniformed officer hanging around the cleaning tray at the QD, so much for enjoying a cold one while cleaning the catch:(.

[SerengetiGuide]

Wow...gas is killer. And that would of been my pops haha...I was just woke up (having a lil siesta on the way back)...get up and told him to slow down...shouldn't be doing that even if there are 0 boats in the marina lol. Yeah..saw the RCMP boat. That's fine as long as it isn't a daily thing and becomes a nuisance. Just finished my LM course and going down island next Thurs. to buy all the "safety" gear they require for TC....if they are going to be checking that as well. When are you starting BigJoe?

And thanks for the kind words ichy. and JohnD. Lots of great guides up our way.

Cheers,
David

I don't fish for a living...I live to fish!

[ichthyoid]

Big Joe, can you explain to this flatlander what the heck you mean? Is it unlawful to drink beer in public in BC?


"And on another note, the RCMP have a Hardy boat and crew this year, and are going to be doing some serious spot checks for fisheries and booze. They have also said there will be a uniformed officer hanging around the cleaning tray at the QD, so much for enjoying a cold one while cleaning the catch"

[Big Joe]

yes it is...If they are on your case, even on your own property and in view of public, you could be charged...Of course that is rare unless you have made a nuisance of yourself.....The boys in blue headed out today, looked like toward castle....one boat today caught 4 in the twenty's at Duvall, the bite is on!!!

[SerengetiGuide]

Wow...that is certainly early to be catching that many at Duval...good sign!!!!!!!! Heard a 35 was caught there this week as well. Headed out tomorrow and Sat...will report back with how it goes!

I don't fish for a living...I live to fish!

[richmake]

One of the boy's called me and he got a 28 and 32 at Duval on tuesday...enough said...

[farny]

Hi guys well I am going to drive up from vancouver on thursday for three days I hoope I have some luck so if you have success let me know thanks a bunch,I would hate to go all that way for nothing

[john]

Is fishing still strong for large chinooks in August, or is the main run done by then. I'll be in Hardy August 15-28.

[Cuba Libre]

Heading for Quatse most likely Thursday for a few-- Tides look good for butts, not the best for sammies.. Anything happen over the weekend?




20ft Alumaweld Intruder

[SerengetiGuide]

CL...I'll be out Friday to....well the 26th of August haha. So I'm sure you will see me out there on the Ms. Heather III...give me a shout on 68.

www.serengetifishingcharters.com

[Cuba Libre]

Will do-- look forward to swapping some lies! :D




20ft Alumaweld Intruder

[SerengetiGuide]

Hahahaha...well said.

www.serengetifishingcharters.com

[john]

Hey SerengetiGuide - good times last year by Bremner Pt. Landed one nice one at 30lb and lost 2 bigger ones (one to your prop - no fault, just a smart fish that knew where to peel the line to lol, and one to the seal waiting for next easy meal). Looking forward to this August - see you on the water.
Cheers
Northern Dancer
Campion Explorer

[SerengetiGuide]

My mistake John...don't actually remember that to be honest...remember a couple accidents when stuff like that happened. My mistake. Look forward to seeing you once again.

Decent day today...2 Springs in low 30's, plus an 18 plus full bag of halis. Lost 4 Springs as well.

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[Brisco]

Serengeti, Very nice website and I love the boats, I'll trade you my construction company anytime.

[Charlie]

So.... I look at your boat and mine? Is the Pursuit built by Boston Whaler? Sure looks alike? :)

[john]

Nice bag of Hali's - I usually stop for those on the way back from Bremner. (The chicken farm). Just curious though I have never gotten anything bigger than mid 20's there. Is Bolivar a good bet when one is hunting for 50lb? Not interested in the monsters really - scary to handle plus they are females but a few 50's would be nice. I usually try around Barry and Echo. I've hooked into 2 big ones i think but never got them to the boat. Did get a 40lb Ling off Barry last year though. Have a mapping GPS but finally was able to get a Navionics map for this year. I'm thinking that will help alot. Cheers!

[SerengetiGuide]

No..Pursuit is not built by Whaler. Both good boats...I like to think pursuit is a lil more sleek on its finish though lol. Great to fish outta anyway.

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