Though endangered, white sturgeon populations in the Lower and Middle Fraser River are considered healthy enough to support unbelievable world class catch and release fisheries. These beasts are bottom feeders. Our thoughts are with everyone who has been affected by this unprecedented situation.

White sturgeon are a resource to a variety of different social and economic groups around the world. Cascade Fishing Adventures, @bcsturgeonguide Overnight closures for Vedder dike gates this summer rather than full closure https://t.co/ANRmxS80hk by Cascade Fishing Adventures, @bcsturgeonguide At least the fish are still normal. Like with any other species of fish, certain times of the year produce better than others. A boat is a necessity and it must be rigged properly to fish for these giants. Pacific Sturgeon, Oregon Sturgeon, Columbia Sturgeon, Sacramento Sturgeon, California White Sturgeon.

Short rapids may also be present but the boats are more than capable to traverse these points safely and smoothly, and do so quite frequently with the least amount of discomfort to all those aboard. This can be caused by strong wind, current, or the lack there of. One picture is worth more than a thousand fish stories. The key to keeping a fish on following a hook set is to keep all your tackle in top shape. Specific tackle and gear is required for these great fish. Well patience is the name of the game. Government Directory, Ministries weight being the most commonly used. We hope that the information provided on this page makes you a better sturgeon angler. #dogs… https://t.co/8rSY6FsirP by Cascade Fishing Adventures, @bcsturgeonguide RT @BCWildlife: We appreciate the support! Cascade Fishing Adventures, @bcsturgeonguide March 27, 2020 UPDATE. Sturgeon for the most part, tend to concentrate in holes, seams or drop-offs within the river bottom. White sturgeon is the largest freshwater fish species found in North America. The faster the current, the more weight is required.

Like with any other species of fish… Our sturgeon fishing guests swear that the Fraser river white sturgeon are by far and away the most exciting freshwater sport fish to be found. Cascade Fishing Adventures, @bcsturgeonguide SuperNaturalBC https://t.co/TVrMiPGypu by weights work well in just about all conditions, with a 16oz. It is all provided for you by our angling guides. They were once the main food source for First Nations people in the 1800s, until overfishing by commercial fleets for caviar drove them to near extinction by the early 1900s. It's also covered in rough, scale-less skin, similar to a shark. Following the eulachon, the second major part of sturgeon diet is made up of salmon migrating up the Fraser River.
You must purchase a White Sturgeon Conservation licence, in addition to your basic licence, if you fish for White Sturgeon in the Fraser River Watershed (including tributaries) from the CPR Bridge at Mission to and including Williams Lake River in the Cariboo. #tagandrelease The majority of white sturgeon populations in British Columbia are listed under the federal Species at Risk Act and are not open to angling. If you are lucky enough to fish from an anchored boat, your outfit will be a little different.  It can take up to 10 minutes for a fish to actually pick up your bait and run with it. See Guidelines for Angling White Sturgeon in B.C. I find fishing 20 feet to about 40 feet deep to be the most productive. You would be surprised what the Fraser can do to the end of your line. The other advantage is that I can simply get away with having one reel. We are a participant in the Amazon Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program You will use a 1/0-2/0 swivel to connect your leader and main line. If you would like more information about booking a Sturgeon Fishing Charter, please visit our Contact Form and let us know by clicking here.

Always make sure your drag is not turned all the way in. Sturgeon is the largest fresh water fish in North America. range. March to November, are the best months to target these beasts. Needless to say, now matter where you target these fish, good quality, heavy duty gear is required to land a fish over 5ft.
MORE ABOUT STURGEON FISHING TOURS. Cascade Fishing Adventures, @bcsturgeonguide They Call Themselves Public Servants https://t.co/3JlXf7FXdv by As white sturgeon mature after 17 to 20 years and can live for more than 100 years, impacts or injuries can be long lasting. Weight: in excess of 1000lbs.  STURGEON FISHING TOURS. They also enjoy hanging out in back channels of the Fraser. https://t.co/aiti9YoZMy by Some fisherman prefers the braided nylon sturgeon leader. Cascade Fishing Adventures, @bcsturgeonguide RT @BCWildlife: March 8, 2020 #InternationalWomensDay #BecauseOfYou #EachforEqual #IWD2020 #BCWF @bcsturgeonguide Just posted a photo https://t.co/zDow5f6pgn by I find the key is to have a variety of baits available in order to find out what works best that day. Ditch Eels, Lampreys and Dew Worms make great sturgeon bait throughout the year. I try to pull my rig out of the water very 20 minutes or so, to ensure that everything is the way it should be.

I prefer braided line, as it is lot more durable and does not stretch on the hook set, which is critical. Cascade Fishing Adventures, @bcsturgeonguide Something about a bird and a worm; I don’t know. It will help keep your boat more stable. You would be surprised what difference a day can make in appetite. Length: in excess of 14 feet  The best part is that they jump clear out of the water, sometimes several times! Luckily, with sturgeon, the window of opportunity is large. Something that will improve the situation without great expense, is a medium size bucket with a hole cut through the center of it, tied to the back of the boat. Your best bet is to pick these up in your local tackle shop. As far as hook size is concerned, don' be shy. braided line will be your best bet for main line. Aquaculture facilities cultivate white sturgeon in California and juveniles can be sold to aquarist. We choose not to target them at all from mid November to beginning of March, as the food supply in the river is very limited, consequently giving the fish next to no chance to replenish their energy after the battle. The migration of these fish takes place in April. You are bound to hook more fish if you are not moving from side to side. The acquired sturgeon addiction will attest to the sturgeon’s sporting credentials (and perhaps the tenacity of our guests!!). There are a number of spots in the Fraser Valley, where sturgeon can be targeted from shore. I like to use a bait-casting reel with my shore rod.