April 2 – April 8, 2024

Lower Skeena Spring Steelhead

Nicholas Dean Outdoors

at Yellow Cedar Lodge

with host Jeff Bright

 

THE SKEENA WILL ALWAYS BE MOST FAMOUS for its fall fishing, but wise anglers know the treasures spring can hold. For river conditions, late March–early April weeks are often the year's most dependable — air and water temperatures are warming from winter, while precipitation falls as snow on the ridges, keeping the rivers low and clean. And what the season lacks in numbers of fish, it can make up in size. The spring run often features some of the largest steelhead of the year. Fresh off the tides, they are impressive fish worth every effort to find. We'll search the scenic lower mainstem's broad riffles and runs with light sink tips — a thoroughly pleasing way to fish some of the best swing water in the Pacific Northwest.

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For a look at just how good it can be, check out this entertaining film from this week in 2013 by our friends at Salmon Junkies.

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Target rivers: Mainstem Skeena, Kitimat

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Group size: 6 anglers, including host; 2 anglers per guide; total program capacity 8 anglers

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Accommodations: Single occupancy with private bath, wifi

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2024 rate: 6695 CAD + 5% GST + 48 CAD room tax

(USD accepted; please inquire for currency exchange quote)

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Includes: 5 days guided fishing, 6 nights accommodation, all meals, airport transfers

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Not included: Round trip airfare to Terrace, BC (YXT), licensing, gratuities, alcoholic beverages

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Availability: 4 rods open