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it’s that time again for Primetime Sturgeon and Salmon Fishing

BOOK NOW for October and secure your dates.

It’s that time of year again when we fill up our last remaining dates for what we consider the best of the best for both salmon and sturgeon fishing. Last season we had record late returns of both Chinook and Coho and so far it is shaping up to be another great fall season.

October is by far without a doubt some of the best fishing we can offer. Rates are same as any other month so you are not paying a premium to fish this time period. Many charters do raise their prices for this time period but we are not one of them. You can book a day trip, over night stay or a multi-day package fishing as many days as you like. Rule of thumb is the further you travel the more days you fish. Guests coming from Alberta usually do our 2 night 2 day or 4 night 3 day, European guests stay longer with 7 night 5 day or 10 night 7 day package.

For your Fall Fishing trip we have several locations to offer, we are still fishing from Mission using the Mission Marina and Best Western for accommodations. Further east we have Harrison Hot Springs Resort and the Harrison River for incredible salmon and sturgeon fishing. If you prefer fly fishing, the Harrison is the way to go as the crystal clear waters make for a great day casting fly’s to large salmon.

If your looking for more adventure and remoteness, add a day trip on the Lillooet River fly fishing or light sping fishing for salmon and trout. This wilderness trip is a great way to break up a few days fishing on Fraser and Harrison. We also offer trips out of Chilliwack and Hope but during October, Mission and Harrison is where it’s at.

Did you know – Vic Carrao founder of STS is still working with us to provide the best possible experience to our guests. Vic’s vast knowledge of our fishery will ensure you have the best possible trip. Give Vic a call at 604-671-3474 if you have any questions or e-mail him directly at vic.carrao or sts and he will be happy to provide as much information as possible.

We truly hope to see you this Fall, fishing is going to be amazing.

Come join us for our 30th Season on The Fraser.

Team STS

Toll Free – 1-855-223-5453

Local – 604-671-3474

Email – sts

Family Day Weekend Fun June 14-16

Family Day Weekend June 14-16.

Get your family outdoors and join us for one of our guided tours. We have something for everyone.

GUIDED FISHING : KAYAK TOURS : JET BOAT TOURS

Our guided fishing tours depart daily from Mission, Harrison Hot Springs and Chilliwack. For family day weekend bring your kids under 16 and they fish for FREE

KIDS UNDER 16 FISH for FREE when they are with a parent.

TO BOOK – Call us 604-671-3474 or email at sts

KAYAK TOURS for the entire FAMILY

Kayak rentals starting at $49

Kayak Tours starting at $99

BOOK online at www.harrisonecotours.com

Book Early to Ensure you get a seat on one of our tours.

HARRISON LAKE and HARRISON RIVER JET BOAT TOURS

Harrison Lake tour to Rainbow Falls is amazing tour during spring freshet when the waterfalls is at it’s largest. Massive amounts of water

Pour over the top of this steep 150ft drop off. Come experience Rainbow Falls at it’s best.

Tour run every two hours from Harrison Resort Hotel.

Best to book online before you come – www.harrisonecotours.com

Starting at $99 per person

Fishing has been great, tours are busy and weather has been warm. Come join us for some outdoor fun for Family Day Weekend Fun.

Call Us at 604-671-3474

Email sts

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Book online at www.harrisonecotours.com

Happy Family Day, hope you all get out and enjoy the Great Outdoors.

Spring / Summer Fishing Update

Spring /Summer update

It’s early May and looking at our schedule its shaping up to be a busy summer and fall. We still have some great dates open so please feel free to contact us for availability.

Spring fishing has been good to excellent for sturgeon with quite a few double digit days. As I write this update fishing is still very good. Water levels are stable with no significant rainfall or freshet.

With only a 64% snowpack in British Columbia we are not expecting a long drawn out spring freshet. Most years water levels will begin rising mid May and last well into July. For 2024 we are expecting a short run off which would mean that by late June early July the water levels will be back to normal flows.

Salmon update – for 2024 we are expecting average returns for 4 out of the 5 salmon species. This is an even numbered year so there will be no Pink Salmon in local waters.

In 2023 we had a record return of 4/1 Chinook runs. These are 5 year old fish that spend 1 year in freshwater then return to ocean to feed and grow. We also had a record return of Harrison Chinook which is our late Fall run. The late Fall Coho we’re also abundant so this October could be amazing for both fly angers and gear fisherman.

Quick look at 2024: We will be offering:

  • Sturgeon Charters from 5 locations , Mission, Harrison Hot Springs, Chilliwack, Hope and Steveston Marine in Richmond.
  • Fraser Canyon Adventure trip to Hells Gate (sold out for 2024) book now for 2025.
  • Private & Corporate Jet Boat Tours using our 28ft twin engine boats. ( Harrison & Fraser River)
  • Guided Kayak Tours on Harrison River and Lake
  • Spring fly fishing trips on Lillooet River
  • Fall Salmon fishing charters on Fraser, Harrison and local tributaries.
  • Fly Fishing salmon on Fraser & Harrison in October/November
  • We offer accommodations at Harrison Resort Hotel, Mission Best Western & Private lodging for small to medium size groups

DID YOU KNOW

  • We have boats moored and operate from Mission Marina, Harrison Resort Hotel, Chilliwack Island 22, Stevenston Marine and Hope Rupert Street.
  • We offer discounted accommodation options from Harrison Resort Hotel, Mission Best Western, Chilliwack’s Coast Hotel & Private group lodging.
  • We operate the largest fleet of Jet Boats & Guides on the Fraser River.
  • We have over 50 years of experience working in the Guided Fishing Industry
  • We work closely with the Fraser River Sturgeon Conservation Society on Sturgeon Conservation Issues.
  • We are the only guide outfitter permitted to Operate from Mission Harbour & Harrison Resort Hotel.
  • We offer rental/use of our 75 person conference room on the Fraser River located at Mission Marina.
  • We do ½ a dozen or more large Corporate events each year from our exclusive Mission Harbour Location.
  • We offer 6 hr, 8 hr or multi day guided fishing trips with or without accommodations.

Come join us for our 30th season on the Fraser.

Call us at 604-671-3474

Email us @ sts@guidebc.com

Facebook @stsguiding

Website- http://www.guidebc.com