Westview Marina and Lodge
Esperanza Inlet & Nootka Sound fishing - Sept 9
Frank Collin, local volunteer hero and President of the Tahsis Salmon Enhancement Society (TSES), boated a 19 lb Coho September 7th. That is the largest Coho/Silver weighed in at Westview Marina and Lodge to date. His crew also landed four other Coho, 14.5-18 lbs. All were caught near inner black rock. We will soon see 20+lb Coho on the cleaning tables.
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September through early October may turn out to be the best fall fishery in Esperanza in years. The Coho/Silvers are inside in huge schools, waiting on the rains to move them into the many rivers and streams to spawn.
Inner Black Rock, Double Island, Mouth of Birthday Channel, Otter Island, and the north side of Centre Island are all staging areas where the fishing and catching is good. These fish are holding on large schools of bait fish, which explains why we are seeing lots of humpback whales in the inlet.
Anchovies remain the top bait for catching with Coho Specials, 3.5” Coyote, 4” Titan and Skinny “G” lures scoring big. Also, hoochies/cuttlefish/squid in Glow, Flashing, Purple Haze are all working well.
There are still plenty of Chinook/King/Spring around in the 20-25lb range, but, quite frankly the Coho are quick to jump the bait. Outside on the highway remain your best bet for fish boxes full of Springs & Lings.
2018 Reservations
It should not come as a surprise to us but, it did. At this date, we are well ahead of any past years in confirmed booking for moorage, lodging and fishing charters in 2018. So, if you have a favorite spot on the dock, lodging location, charter captain or dates, we recommend you call or email us soon so we can meet your needs. 250-934-7672 or info@westviewmarina.com.
Thank you for a wonderful 2017 season and for all your support.
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