Actually I was hoping to avoid your "salmon" and "steelhead" and target fish that are less abundant over here. ie: Bass, Pike, Carp etc.
I have fished quite a bit for bass, both large and small mouth. Pike and Carp on the other hand are not easy to find this side of the Rockies.
I'd prefer to use a Fly Rod but I'm no fly-fishing elitist by any means. I'll chuck gear, bait, etc. What ever it takes to catch fish.
I'm not exactly sure where we are staying, but apparently it is a bit of a dive hotel.
And I wouldn't hire a guide in BC as I've worked in Tackle Shops and worked as a Guide here. I know the value of a good guide, and good information, so thanks for all your help so far.
PS: This is what a steelhead should look like, and to be considered a steelhead it has to go to the ocean, not a lake.
and salmon as well.