2020 Vancouver-Howe Sound-Sechelt Reports Thread

[the butcher]

I always see a bunch of prawn traps between Cowans and RC so thought I’d try in that vicinity. I was closer to the Cowans end down about 270 and a virtual blank in two traps. Not only that but the traps were covered in mud. I always see traps along that stretch so I must need to head further towards RC. Anyone with prawning experience in that area? Back out tomorrow. Wind looks favorable again.

Ive always been curious myself and find that the traps are about halfway between cowans and RC. Seems like it's there consistently through the winter months.

 

[adanac]

Had a solid bite on at Thrasher today at lunchtime. Was there for 40mins and got three to the boat. One on an Outfitter Skinny G at 127’, two on blue splatterbacks at 159’. Was fishing fairly close in.

fishing the reef or out in the deep tack? Will be there tomorrow

 

[Brando]

Had a solid bite on at Thrasher today at lunchtime. Was there for 40mins and got three to the boat. One on an Outfitter Skinny G at 127’, two on blue splatterbacks at 159’. Was fishing fairly close in.

You passed me in the channel by breakwater while I was eating lunch. Calmed right down after that managed 11 to the boat 8 were doubles 130-150’ 4” herring aid and 4” killemagee between the light and acorn in 300-400’ .Seemed to slow right down after the tide. All fish were close to legal up to 14#

 

[eriks]

fishing the reef or out in the deep tack? Will be there tomorrow

Fished 200-250’. Just basically did one pass as I had to get home. My one rigger also got tangled up, so I called it when that happened. Had a beautiful run back.

 

[Blueback]

Out today with my son prawning and crabbing and did well. I am very grateful to be able to get out there on the water, have a great time and forget all about the covid.

 

[9footer]

Anyone know what launches are open

 

[hippaisland]

Anyone know what launches are open

There’s literally a thread on this exact topic in saltwater section. Have a peek.

 

[oguard]

Great day off RC and Cowans yesterday. 19 to the boat 4 "keeper size" and lots of just unders. SkinnyG No Bananas and Pesca tossed salad at 120' and 95'

Mike

 

[BcChrome]

Ive always been curious myself and find that the traps are about halfway between cowans and RC. Seems like it's there consistently through the winter months.

Those traps always seem to be there. I’ve tried there twice now all 3 traps empty the last time and 3 prawns the first time I tried. If anyone has any suggestions for where to prawn I’d really appreciate it. Father is out today by RC said it’s been non stop action and just released a 20 pounder 90’ down on a skinny g herring aid.

 

[capman]

Fishing with my daughter around RC hooked one @ 120 herring aid 400’ on the rigger. Daughter released it and now she is happy

 

[fishin_magician]

Watch our for the Blue Hulled Trophy with a Cabin. He has a puller on the back out. He's out of False Creek. He's out now. No traps on board, he left the fuel dock 1/2 hour ago. 4 suspects on board this time.

 

[the butcher]

Watch our for the Blue Hulled Trophy with a Cabin. He has a puller on the back out. He's out of False Creek. He's out now. No traps on board, he left the fuel dock 1/2 hour ago. 4 suspects on board this time.

Did you see them head towards buoys? Or are you saying that they look suspicious as they have a puller mounted but no traps onboard?

 

[Zodiac fisher]

Did you see them head towards buoys? Or are you saying that they look suspicious as they have a puller mounted but no traps onboard?

I believe he's referring to the thief caught in the act and confronted a few weeks ago. Was reported to authorities and pictures of boat posted here.

 

[the butcher]

My trailer needs maintenance work which has kept me off the waters for the past week. Seems like the recent reports are indicating some good activity around the Hump and South Bowen. Glad folks are able to get out and enjoy the fishing and nice weather. For those of you who have been recently out, if you have to estimate, what percent of the legal sized springs are hatchery marked fish?

 

[wildmanyeah]

My trailer needs maintenance work which has kept me off the waters for the past week. Seems like the recent reports are indicating some good activity around the Hump and South Bowen. Glad folks are able to get out and enjoy the fishing and nice weather. For those of you who have been recently out, if you have to estimate, what percent of the legal sized springs are hatchery marked fish?

Hump was very slow today for us

 

[littlechucky]

Hump was very slow today for us

The Hump has always confounded me.

 

[wildmanyeah]

The Hump has always confounded me.

There was very large herring flipping on the surface today but no luck other then a one pound chinook.

I agree no structure out their makes it odd to fish.

 

[hippaisland]

The Hump has always confounded me.

Ahhhh I’m not alone. Always feel lost out there and have never done well. Only fished it couple time’s though. Feel way more at home fishing some structure. Even over at thrasher I’m always rubbing the pin, seem to find some in tight though.

 

[Rain City]

You guys are nuts. It's the best this time of year. The trick to the hump is you have to find water. Make sure it's between 0 and 1000' deep and contains salt. I find fishing is best when you're either heading North, East, South or West.

 

[Tugcapitan]

You guys are nuts. It's the best this time of year. The trick to the hump is you have to find water. Make sure it's between 0 and 1000' deep and contains salt. I find fishing is best when you're either heading North, East, South or West.

Ok take it easy dork