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Cut Plugging Proves Effective
2007-04-28 20:09:50
Prince Rupert, British Columbia - Saltwater Fishing Report
Chatham Sound
Today we found ourselves down by the Skeena River. At this time of year you must go to where the few Chinook can be found. These early run fish will gather in certain holding spots before hitting the river. They are hungry and will slam your bait like a freight train. The water is starting to turn the colour of silt. I know that the fresh water sits on top of the salt water. Ten to 20 feet under the boat is clear salt water and I like to find the exact spot so that your bait is in clear water but just under the silty stuff.
If the chinook are there they will hammer your plugs. A slow troll works well but I like to mix up the speed every few minutes. This can cause a strike at the most severe speed change.
The word is out, Springers are here and they are big. Reports of 30 to 40 pounders are filtering in. The odd fisherman is coming in with their limits. It looks like a good year for Chinook Salmon in Prince Rupert
Fish Species: Chinook
Bait Used: Large Cut Plug Herring
Method Used: Slow Trolling
Water Depth: 60 to 100 feet
Water Temperature: Cold
Wind Direction: NW
Wind Speed: 10km
A good size slab on the Finaddict
A great one
About The Author: Captain Stephen Hardie
Company: Deep Spring Charters
Area Reporting: Prince Rupert B.C.
Bio: 21 years guiding experience on the west coast. We specialize in catching large and agressive Salmon and Halibut. Welcome to the Deep Spring Charters home page. My company specializes in catching large and aggressive Salmon and Halibut. These are not our only targets though. I love seeking out Lingcod, Snapper and Rockfish where they live. These fish are not safe when I am on the water. It is not uncommon to have all my fish coolers filled to the top by the end of the day. I call this food gathering.
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