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For the first time I gave river fishing a try last week. I basically fished like the others in deep pool, keeping the hook off the bottom with a roe bag. just cast out and let it sit until get a hit. there were lots of salmon there and had 2 hits both which came off (pretty sure they hooked themselves in the side). the other fishermen (regulars to the same spot for many years) hooked into 2 as well and brought them in, both were hooked in the side. One was released right away and the other given away to an interested couple who just happened to be there at the time. Not sure what the ruling is for if the fish is foul hooked by accident (not deliberately snagged) . can they be kept? or given away? I know port hope is next level craziness lol, but last month I saw the guy next to me bring in 3 fish all hooked in the side, and they were all kept. I tried to look up the rule but was not able to find it. thanks in advance.

Planning to just fish oastler lake. Supposedly they stock rainbow trout there. would be nice to catch some of those. weather is cooling down so hopefully the are not down deep.

Thanks Akrisoner. Will stick oastler lake with my inflatable boat

Thanks BillM. I think I will stick with fishing oastler lake exclusively.

Going camping this weekend at Oastler Lake PP. Last time I was in Parry sound, I noticed a nice long pier at the waterfront. Thinking of fishing off of it this weekend. What can I expect to catch? Do salmon run up that way? thanks

thanks. will give it a try sometime!

Looks very tasty! Curious is there any way to make them the same way without a smoker?

Sorry I couldn't answer your question directly, but I find the best platform to send mass messages is whatsapp. Just make the group and send messages and everyone sees it.

OI, was out on my friends boat that evening. Water was choppy but not too bad. My estimation is the water was in the mid 60s. Winds were around 10-15 kms from what I recall. Below is a photo of the sunset that day. We remember seeing choppers flying around over the lake. So sad to hear about Kevin. I had been chatting with him recently over facebook about recent fishing closures around port hope. He was a selfless person and was always willing to share information. May he rest in peace. I pray for patience for his family and close ones.

I think most of the lakes up there should hold bass. Probably best time to catch them from shore is an hour before sunset or early mornings when they are within casting distance. red and black Senkos work really good texas rigged. You can also try the lakes in Algonquin.

Thanks for your detailed PM Craig. Was very useful! Thanks to everyone else for their replies. I'm actually staying in Abbotsford but was planning to check out Vancouver. Was hoping there was some type of Pier like they have here along Lake O, but seems its mostly beach fishing. Wish there was some of that here! Would be fun! I think Capilano river (Ambleside beach) is an option I may try if I get a chance. Will surely post back if I catch anything!

wonder what the ruling would be if you were to catch one. similar to gobies?

Thanks. I read about Capilano river. Will definitely check it out I will try to get in touch with him. thanks

I will be travelling to vancouver area at the end of this month and hopefully would like to do some shore fishing for salmon while there. I know its a long shot, but if anyone can offer advice on where to fish, that would be great. I'm pretty sure some type of salmon would be around the river mouths at that time. Would love to go on a charter, but prices are similar to port credit charters = pricey! Thanks in advance

The bigger question in my opinion is what car are you looking to get? You may be able to sleep in the car if its a bigger size suv or van.

I second that.

best people to ask are the owners of the motel.

did you try live bait?

wow! sounds like an amazing trip! Great photos and beautiful fish!

yup that's what chased me off the pier lol

Not sure they were mayflies, but I have never seen that many baitifish in the water and seagulls diving at the pier last week. I was sure I was going to have a great day fishing off the pier. I was wrong!! Those flies chased me off the pier. I had to drive home on the highway with windows to make sure whatever was on my clothes flew out. Still brought some home with me in the tackle box

looks like a fun day!

Have a great trip! Looking forward to a report when you get back!

just throwing this out there but its possible the rim is bent?

That sucks. Can't she fight it? since its not her fault? I'm guessing this was in Halton. Halton Police are not as forgiving as Peel police. Im guessing if you were in the car, it would have turned out differently. Hope the charges can be dropped