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2018 Spring Fly Fishing Forecast for Whistler Squamish and Pemberton British Columbia Canada

by FishFinder · March 30, 2018

2018 Spring Fly Fishing Forecast for Whistler Squamish and Pemberton British Columbia Canada

Best Coastal Cutthroat Fishing in BC

It’s that time of year when the shorelines clear of snow and Ice. Salmon fry start to emerge from their beds and explore the Rivers in search of food. They quickly find out that there are a lot hazards along there way. For this reason they seek refuge in the form of log jams, structure and numbers. As Predatory Fish; Bull Trout, Rainbow Trout, Coastal Cutthroat Trout, Steelhead and Dolly Varden key in on Salmon fry, they also become vulnerable to becoming targets. In the process of chasing fry, they turn a blind eye to the inherent risk of falling victim to fry imitations. Fly Fishing with Salmon fry imitations can induce, vicious strikes. It is difficult to fly fish fry patterns incorrectly, it almost seems at times the harder it is to catch, the more they want it.

Fly Fishing in Pemberton and Squamish, BC Canada

I get questions everyday, How do I catch fish? What do I use? If I could emphasize one thing it would be “Salmon Fry Patterns”. Swinging Salmon fry patterns, Stripping Salmon Fry patterns and Dead drifting Salmon fry patterns will produce produce fish after fish. The reason for this is simple, BIG fish eat little fish and there is a great food source of small fish in the Rivers surrounding Pemberton and Squamish, BC right now. You will find that flesh patterns will still work for the first couple of weeks in April. As the season progresses and the water temperature starts to rise, you can mix aquatic insects into the equation. Aquatic insects such as Stonefly nymphs and mayfly nymphs can entice a hungry Trout.

Friday Night Flies – Pemby Mylar Minnow Fly

One fly fishing pattern that we have been have great success with as of late is the Pemby Mylar Minnow Fly. We have detailed fly tying instruction for this pattern on our sister Website http://fridaynightflies.com/. Other popular Minnow patterns include; Moto Minnow, Lillooet Killer, Zonkers and the Minute Minnow. Whistler, Squamish and Pemberton, BC can offer some fantastic early season fly fishing for big Trout.

2018 Spring Fly Fishing Forecast for Whistler Squamish and Pemberton British Columbia Canada

Streams and Rivers to check out for Fishing in Squamish and Pemberton, BC Canada

2018 Spring Fly Fishing Forecast for Whistler Squamish and Pemberton British Columbia Canada.

Squamish Streams and Rivers

Squamish River
Cheakamus River
Mamquam River

Bull Trout Fly fishing in Squamish BC

Pemberton Streams and Rivers

Upper Lillooet River
Lower Lillooet River
Green River
Ryan River
Birkenhead River

Best Coastal Cutthroat Fishing in Canada

Fly Fishing in Whistler, BC Canada

While the Streams surrounding Whistler do not get the Salmon fry hatch in the Spring, they still have great fishing. During the Spring most people focus on the Tributaries that feed the many lakes. There are a couple lakes in Whistler that get huge Trout.

Green Lake has huge Bull Trout that can tip the scale at 9 LBS. Green lake also has a very healthy population of Rainbow Trout that average in size from 12″ – 24″ and weigh as much as 5 LBS. While fishing Green lake focus on the many creeks and streams that feed this lake. Creeks and rivers such as 19 Mile, Fitzsimmons, and the River of Golden Dreams.

Green Lake fly fishing in Whistler BC Canada

Alta Lake is also one of Whistler’s fly fishing gems. Cutthroat Trout can grow in excess of 24″ and weigh as much as 7 LBS. Alta lake has a healthy population of Stickleback and the Cutthroat have become very fond of making a steady diet of them. For this reason Brown wooly buggers, minnow patterns and streamers will produce fish after fish in this beautiful lake

Alta Lake Fly Fishing in Whistler BC

Other Notable Places to fish in Whistler, BC Canada

Lost Lake
Alpha Lake
Showh Lakes
Loggers Lake
Jane Lake

Get on the Fast Track to Fly Fishing Success

As much as the information we have provided in this fishing report is helpful, there is a lot more to learn and tips to be shared. For this reason we always suggest when people are trying to learn a new area or visiting it for the first time, the use of a local fishing guide will have you on the fast track to success. Simple things such as presentation and casting lessons are easily over looked and can lead to bad habits. You will have our fly fishing guides undivided attention to all details by providing a Safe, fun and education fishing experience. Let’s get you on the fast track to fishing success. Book a fly fishing tour today, call toll free 1(877)905-8121 or email info@pembertonfishfinder.com . For Rates and more information about fly fishing in Squamish, Whistler and Pemberton, BC Canada visit our website. We look forward to fly fishing with you,

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2018 Spring Fly Fishing Forecast for Whistler Squamish and Pemberton British Columbia Canada.

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FishFinder

I was born and raised in Pemberton, British Columbia. As a young boy, the small town of Pemberton didn't offer the youth many things other than great fishing. So every waking moment I would be seen fishing the local rivers and lakes on a daily basis. In 1976 My Father "Ivan Knowles" opened Spud Valley Sporting Goods Ltd, and how fitting he had his two boys running the shop who were both very avid in hunting, camping and most of all ... fishing. Everyday people from all over the World would come in and get the local scoop, buy their gear and be off to catch fish. Later on My local knowledge and ability to help people catch fish would come in handy. Soon I ventured away from the family business to work as a angling guide for 5 years. In those 5 years I stared in my own fishing show called ELITE FISHING which was seen by 100,000 people a week on Whistler Cable. I have made a name for myself as the man to see if you want to catch fish. Now back working at Spud Valley Sporting Goods Ltd, "The Family Business", I love working with my brother Sheridan and father Ivan. Also a proud member of the fisheries committee for Pemberton Wildlife Association - helping make local decisions on local fisheries. I have a passion for fishing and seeing other people catch fish and this shows with my New Business venture The Pemberton Fish Finder, Visit my website for the Best fishing Tours and Fishing Reports for Whistler, Squamish, Vancouver, Lillooet and Pemberton BC, Canada. Book a Fishing tour of a lifetime today call toll free 1-877-905-8121 or email info@pembertonfishfinder.com Visit our website http://pembertonfishfinder.com for more information and rates.