Reviews

I had been out fishing maybe 3 times in 20 years, with guides out of Victoria and Haida Gwaii. So I would be considered little more than a beginner on the fishing front, but also enjoy being out on the water and seeing what there is to see.

I have a tendency to be risk averse, so Gerald's confidence in operating the boat actually made me fairly comfortable in leaving Telegraph Cove in the dark and the fog of an August early morning.

Our schedule took us over to local islands to trawl for salmon, before anchoring in another spot in the mist for halibut. Gerald accommodated my skill level with the parts of the catch I was able to take on, and he handled all the rest. I was able to come home with my quota of spring and halibut, and had a thoroughly enjoyable time away from it all and immersed in the experience.

Spent an awesome late afternoon and early evening on the water with Gerald.

During the cruise, we saw a number of humpback whales and some Dall's porpoises, while enjoying the beautiful scenery of the coast around Telegraph Cove.

Later, we cruised the tide rips and pulled in some pink salmon, which was exciting for a novice and gave us something to bring home too!