Large schools of bait are dominating the waters at Langara. Normally this is a great thing but not so much this time. It’s possible that our presentation, as good as it is, simply cannot compete with this massive, free buffet. Salmon seem to be working in very small pods making interception, and staying on top of them, a bit tricky. The morning bite is definitely stronger than the afternoon, with Andrews Point and Langara Rocks continuing as the hot spots.
For the weird bottom fishing story of the week, 70 and 90 pound halibut have been taken out of Gunia Point as incidental catches on salmon rigs. Bottom fishing trips to Gunia Point are being planned.
The weather has been improving steadily. Occasionally the crew stares into the sky and wonder swho lit the big fire. With the wind calming down and water temperature rising I am optimistic that there is some good fishing ahead of us.
Ken Beatty
Fishmaster, MV Marabell
Langara Island, Queen Charlotte Islands