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Fishing Methods
Trolling
There is no better way to fish some of the bigger waters in the area. Our boats are equipped with the necessary safety equipment and the latest technology for fishing. These boats fish up to 3 or our river vessel can accommodate 2. Using down riggers to get your presentations down in the water column allows use to target those lunkers of the deep. We also use planner boards to be able to get a good spread and also get out presentations away for the boat which might spook skittish fish. Trolling is the most common way we fish on the big lakes in the area. It is very relaxing and involves little effort from guests, until they are battling a strong willed trout on the other end of the line. The Columbia River system produces some massive Bull Trout and Gerrard Rainbow Trout which are the largest sub species of Rainbow Trout on the planet. It is not uncommon to catch trout in the 10 lbs range and some much, much bigger.
Spin/Gear Fishing
Gear / spin fishing is a great alternative to fly-fishing. It’s much easier to master and requires far less time to catch fish. Spin fishing is a great way to sharpen your skills. It will allow you get your lure into the strike zone, with long casts that allow you to cover lots of water. There are many different methods of retrievals suited to multiple spoon, spinner, float and even jig setups. Guests will also be able to fish more water without having to learn the tricky nature of fly-fishing casts. Spin Fishing is great for children, novice anglers, or those looking to catch more fish. A great choice for the entire family.
Fly-Fishing
Revelstoke has some amazing fly-fishing spots, with streams and rivers seemly filled with endless amounts of trout. The Columbia, a large river system that winds its way through this beautiful valley. This River has tremendous fly-fishing and some real river monsters . We offer guest a few deferent fishing option to pursue these trout. We have two AAA trips first our half day walk&wade and our full day boat access fly-fishing trips. Guest will have a couple options of fly-fishing tactics, targeting the trout of their dreams by throwing some large streamers at Bull Trout or fishing the summer feed lines with dry flies to land feisty Rainbows. In the summer with large insect hatches the rainbow and cut-throat trout dry fly fishing is as good as it gets. Nestled in the narrow Akolkolex River Valley walk & wade trips will offer some great Cut-Throat fishing.
Ice-Fishing/Bait Fishing
Some people love to sit over a float or a hole in the ice, this can be a very effective way of fishing most days. When all else fails, bait doesn’t. With many small mountain lakes with great views only a short trek from town. Ice-Fishing opportunities are an awesome way to pass the time during the short winter days. These lakes are filled with healthy trout populations which allow guest the chance to hook into some good numbers. If guest are looking for a full day trip on the ice there are a few bodies of water that can produce large bull trout, lake trout, brook trout and rainbow Trout. These day trips will include snowmobile transportation!
Revelstoke Seasons
Spring
APRIL-EARLY JUNE
The larger lakes have incredible Bull Trout fishing. Fishing near any creek mouth will be productive with fish feeding in these area’s. The smaller lakes are now ice free and the Rainbow Trout feed heavily after a long winter. The Columbia is low, concentrating all fish. Rainbow Trout and Bull Trout are plentiful on their migration back into the river system.
Summer
MID JUNE-AUGUST
Lakes are starting to warm up and the Trophy Rainbow Trout and Kokanee start to group up and feed. Creek mouths that feed the larger lakes can hold a ton of fish with all of the spring run off. Spring run off brings feed to the lakes and the fish sit there with their mouths wide open!
Fall
SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER
This is the time of year when the Kokanee start running, big Bull Trout are out chasing the schools and filling their bellies full for the oncoming winter. Some of the best fishing of the year is during this season with large numbers of fish in the river systems and lakes.
Winter
FEBRUARY-MARCH
Winter fishing has its challenges, from cold weather, rough waters and snow. For the hardcore fisherman, that is looking to catch a fish of a lifetime, braving these harsh conditions can truly pay off. With some of the worlds largest Rainbow Trout reaching massive sizes, up to and exceeding 30 LBS (15KG) and some Bull Trout reaching 20+ LBS (10KG) it can be well worth it.
"Lots of people committed crimes during the year who would not have done so if they had been fishing. The increase of crime is among those deprived of the regenerations that impregnate the mind and character of the fisherman."
Herbert Hoover