tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27620780795033774192024-03-14T08:44:08.447-07:00Hook, Line and StellerFishing Features from Nootka Island Lodge in British Columbia, Canada!Nootka Island Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12074615956998764887noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2762078079503377419.post-22730308327819807782014-04-18T10:53:00.000-07:002014-04-18T10:53:23.944-07:002014 British Columbia Salmon Fishing Predicted to be the BEST EVER!Sharpen those Hooks!! The News Just Keeps Getting Better & Better!!!<br />
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If only a portion of what Dept. of Fish & Ocean (DFO) - Canada & Washington State Dept. of Fish & Wildlife (WDFW)- Washington State, are saying come true we are in for the 2014 SALMON FISHING SEASON TO BE THE BEST EVER.<br />
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-65,000 Chinook returned to Conuma River/Hatchery 2013. This season the projections are up to 80,000 Chinook. The Burman River is also projected to have a return of 10,000 Chinook.<br />
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-2013 West Coast Vancouver Island (WCVI) Coho were at their highest rating (abundant) in over 10 yrs. Result limits were increased from 2 to 4 fish per day- 8 possession on June 1st. This Yr. 2014 same thing on limits but, there is some conversation out there that DFO is considering the possibility of retention of some wild Coho outside the surfline, STAY TUNDED. Inside surfline, same as last year in our area - 4 fish per day & Coho retention can be wild or hatchery marked.<br />
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-23 million Sockeye will be returning to the Fraser River this season. For the 1st time in three years we will have a Sockeye opening for WCVI<br />
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- Last years Chinook returns were primarily made up of 3yr. old fish (15-25 lbs). 2014 returns are expected to be made up of primarily 4 & 5yr. old stocks (25- 40lbs) Lots of Tyees 30lb+<br />
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- 1.8 million Coho will return to the Columbia River & Puget Sound Rivers. This # is up substantially from last yr. Most of which will pass right in front of Nootka Sound as they move south in May – Aug. LOTS will move inside the surfline to feed & rest.<br />
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- 1.9 million Chinook will also be returning to the Columbia River & Puget Sound Rivers. This is the largest return to the Columbia since 1938 when records were first started to be kept. Same as Coho Lots of these Chinook will be available at the mouth of our inlets, inside the surfline when they move into feed, especially on flood tides & Outside the surfline May – Aug.Nootka Island Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12074615956998764887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2762078079503377419.post-61098244249546822892013-04-03T14:12:00.000-07:002013-04-03T14:12:01.148-07:00Enjoy the Fishing Adventure of a Lifetime!Enjoy the Fishing Adventure of a Lifetime!<br />
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1 in 12 Chance to WIN A Deluxe Fishing TRIP!<br />
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For every 12 Pre-Booked Deluxe All-Inclusive Fishing Trips that we book, We will draw 1 winner from the 12 for a Deluxe All-Inclusive Fishing Trip for 1 - Valued at $1,749!<br />
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(No date requirements necessary to pre-book – <a href="http://www.nootkaislandlodge.com/">click</a> to see Entry Rules)<br />
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Nootka Island Lodge offers world-class fishing for <a href="http://www.nootkaislandlodge.com/">Chinook (King) Salmon</a>, Coho (Silver) Salmon, Halibut, Ling Cod and Rockfish in the rich fishing grounds of scenic, historic Nootka Sound, British Columbia. <br />
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Nootka Island Lodge was the first lodge on the island so we are the closest to the fishing grounds! The Cyr family has owned and operated Nootka Island Lodge for over 30 years. <br />
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Come for the fishing adventure of a lifetime with guides and hosts who know the area well! <br />
Call (604) 960-0461 or email us at <a href="mailto:Info@NootkaIslandLodge.com">Info@NootkaIslandLodge.com</a><br />
to Pre-book Today! Nootka Island Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12074615956998764887noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2762078079503377419.post-24264193381246850182013-03-04T20:30:00.001-08:002013-03-04T20:30:31.599-08:00Win a Free All-Inclusive Fishing Trip!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSCJ0VzefTO4ATiZkAUqArKcJGrjmcFuoqZDJhknNjgVCItwAUcCmWMhP_bIM00Eev35d71gL4TKZCjTA1tQf17e-e7j2KDEQGwomyYUqsqoGduGORPxmHxu5UPH2Ok7jBJogG7w53Sck/s1600/nootka+pic+salmon.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSCJ0VzefTO4ATiZkAUqArKcJGrjmcFuoqZDJhknNjgVCItwAUcCmWMhP_bIM00Eev35d71gL4TKZCjTA1tQf17e-e7j2KDEQGwomyYUqsqoGduGORPxmHxu5UPH2Ok7jBJogG7w53Sck/s320/nootka+pic+salmon.jpg" width="320" /></a>WIN A FREE All-Inclusive <a href="http://www.thisismytownusa.com/nootka-island-lodge.php">Fishing Trip</a><br />Value $1,749<br />
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Pre-Book a Deluxe All-Inclusive Fishing Trip and for every 12 bookings we will draw 1 winner for a FREE all inclusive fishing trip for 1 person <br />Valued at $1,749!<br />
(No date requirements necessary to pre-book – see entry rules below)<br />
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Nootka Island Lodge offers world-class fishing for Chinook (King) Salmon, Coho (Silver) Salmon, Halibut, Ling Cod and Rockfish in the rich fishing grounds of scenic, historic Nootka Sound, British Columbia. Nootka Island Lodge was the first lodge on the island so we are the closest to the fishing grounds! <br />
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The Cyr family has owned and operated <a href="http://www.thisismytownusa.com/nootka-island-lodge.php">Nootka Island Lodge</a> for over 30 years. Come for the fishing adventure of a lifetime with guides and hosts who know the area well! Call (604) 960-0461 to pre-book today!<br />
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Entry Rules<br />
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1. Cost is $250.00 and you need to pre-book a Deluxe All Inclusive fishing trip with no specific date. Each pre-booking shall receive a $250.00 credit towards an in-season or future trip when you confirm a date to book your fishing trip within 60 days of pre-booking.<br />
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2. You need to book your trip within 60 days of pre-booking. If you do not book your trip within 60 days of pre-booking, then $125.00 will be credited towards a future fishing trip and $125.00 will be retained for administrative costs. Your $125.00 credit is transferable.<br />
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3. 1 out of every 12 confirmed bookings, including pre-bookings will win one $1749.00 Deluxe All Inclusive Fishing Trip to be used in season or any future season.<br />
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4. All winners can use the free trip in 2013 or any future season and all free trips are transferable, so you can give it away, sell it or use it for yourself.<br />
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5. All winners who bring a full paying guest will receive an automatic upgrade from our Standard Package pricing to our Deluxe All Inclusive Package pricing at no additional cost for their guest ($250.00 Value). <br />
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6. You do not have an option to win, unless you pre-book a trip and pay for the pre-book trip or confirmed trip with a check directly to the lodge or you can use your Visa, MasterCard or American Express through our easy PayPal payment option.<br />
<br />Want to see more of <a href="http://www.thisismytownusa.com/nootka-island-lodge.php">Nootka Island Lodge</a>, call us at (604) 960-0461Nootka Island Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12074615956998764887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2762078079503377419.post-31778264466010944232013-02-19T11:10:00.000-08:002013-02-19T11:10:57.902-08:00Nootka Island Lodge 2013 Packages and Contests<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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3 Night 2 Day $1499.00 Per Person<br />
4 Night 3 Day $2249.00 Per Person<br />
5 Night 4 Day $2998.00 Per Person<br />
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All Inclusive Packages Include: Room, All Meals, Boat, Guide, All Fishing Gear, Cleaning and boxing of your fish.<br />
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“<strong>DELUXE” ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGE UPGRADE</strong><br />
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3 Night 2 Day $1749.00 Per Person<br />
4 Night 3 Day $2499.00 Per Person <br />
5 Night 4 Day $3248.00 Per Person<br />
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“Deluxe” All Inclusive Package Upgrade Includes: Room, All Meals, Boat, Guide, All Fishing Gear, PLUS: Vacuum Packing and boxing of your fish, a $25.00 credit for a 3 Day Fishing License (must be purchased online prior to arriving at the Lodge $19.00 online), <br />
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A chance to enter and Win 1 of 4 or ALL 4, (3 Day / 2 Night) “Deluxe” 2014 All Inclusive Fishing Packages (A Total Value Of $6996.00) in our “Deluxe All Inclusive Package” free trip giveaways and our Big Fish Event.....(see details below)<br />
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1) All guests who purchase the “Deluxe All Inclusive Packages” will be automatically entered into a drawing to win a FREE (3 Day / 2 Night) “Deluxe 2014 All Inclusive Fishing Package (1749.00 value). Chances of winning the trip are 1 in 12. Winners, will be notified during the 2013 Season.<br />
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<strong>Special Large Group Bonus</strong><br />
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Book all 20 guest “Deluxe” All Inclusive 2013 Packages at one time and receive TWO free Deluxe All Inclusive 2014 Packages ($3498.00 Value)<br />
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<strong> BIG FISH EVENT</strong><br />
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Catch the largest <a href="http://www.thisismytownusa.com/nootka-island-lodge.php">Chinook or Coho</a> for the 2013 season and/or go bottom fishing.............details.<br />
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1) Largest Chinook........ catch the largest Chinook for the 2013 Season. Winner to be notified at the end of the 2013 season that they have a “Deluxe All Inclusive 2014 (3 Day/2 Night) Fishing Package(1749.00 value)<br />
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2) Largest Coho.........catch the largest Coho for the 2013 Season. Winner to be notified at the end of the 2013 season that they have a “Deluxe All Inclusive 2014 (3 Day/2 Night) Fishing Package(1749.00 value)<br />
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3) Bottom Fish........Go bottom fishing and you are automatically entered to win. All 2013 guests who go bottom fishing will be entered in a drawing and at the end of the 2013 season, a name will be drawn and the winner notified that they have won a “Deluxe” 2014 All INCLUSIVE FISHING PACKAGE ($1749.00 value).<br />
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Want more details or to book a fishing trip, click <a href="http://nootkaislandlodge.com/">NootkaIslandlodge.com</a> or call <strong><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: large;">604) 909-4155 </span></strong>Nootka Island Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12074615956998764887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2762078079503377419.post-73287146907319914672013-01-28T10:53:00.002-08:002013-01-28T10:53:32.825-08:002013 Trade Shows and Events Nootka Island Lodge will be Attending<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSCJ0VzefTO4ATiZkAUqArKcJGrjmcFuoqZDJhknNjgVCItwAUcCmWMhP_bIM00Eev35d71gL4TKZCjTA1tQf17e-e7j2KDEQGwomyYUqsqoGduGORPxmHxu5UPH2Ok7jBJogG7w53Sck/s1600/nootka+pic+salmon.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSCJ0VzefTO4ATiZkAUqArKcJGrjmcFuoqZDJhknNjgVCItwAUcCmWMhP_bIM00Eev35d71gL4TKZCjTA1tQf17e-e7j2KDEQGwomyYUqsqoGduGORPxmHxu5UPH2Ok7jBJogG7w53Sck/s320/nootka+pic+salmon.jpg" width="320" /></a><br />
Phoenix International Sportsman Expo, February 21 to 24. Location: University Of Phoenix Stadium. Booth# 630<br /><br />SCI Flint Regional Chapter Annual Fundraiser, March 8 Outfitters Expo. March 9 Fundraiser Banquet in Flint Michigan.<br /><br />SCI Lake Superior Chapter 15 TH Annual Hunter Banquet, April 5 & 6. Location: Grand Casino in Hinckley MN<br /><br />
NOOTKA ISLAND LODGE FISHING OUTLOOK 2013<br /> <br />Chinook – Abundance of WCVI (West Coast Vancouver Is.) fish has not changed much. The good news with these stocks is that we are expecting large numbers of 4 & 5 yr. old fish, so a season in our area much like 2011, but with lots of tyees (Chinook over 30lb ).<br /><br />The BIG bonus for Nootka Sound, especially with the easy of access to the 1.7 million Chinook that are expected to return to United States West Coast Rivers. The American hatchery systems have once again produced recorded numbers of Chinook. As per normal, the salmon are moving down the WCVI in late May/early June. They will be moving to the feeding grounds at the mouth & offshore of Nootka Sound. These fish are in such large numbers we see many of them well inside Nootka Sound. These fish tend to run well into late July when they blend into the WCVI Chinook moving south. <br />
Conclusion – Lots of early run USA Chinook & larger size in general for our WCVI fish<br />
<br /><a href="http://www.nootkaisland.com/">Coho</a> – Great news - DFO has reported that the WCVI coho will be in abundance, in the dept. of fishery lingo that means we will be treated to the largest volume of coho that we have seen in many years. Over the past two seasons we have had 2 waves of fish come during the season. The 1st run comes mid-June -these coho run in the 5-12 lb. size they continue right into late July when the big fish start arriving. When we say BIG we mean it, Coho 20 pounds plus. <br />
Conclusion - There will be more coho around than you can shake a stick at. You may even be cursing them as you try to get your downrigger down to catch Chinook, NICE PROBLEM!!!<br /> <br />
<a href="http://www.nootkaisland.com/">Halibut</a> – We are only sure about a few things at the time of this printing but, on the whole it’s GOOD. There is a strong effort to eliminate the 1 over 1 under reg. from last year also there is clear recognition from all parties involved in the process that it is essential to keep the season open at least until Sept 30 , 2013. Having said that Hali stocks continue to remain strong & we anticipate another excellent Halibut season.<br /><br />Conclusion – We will see lots of slabs on the scale, which usually mean lots of smiles & pictures.<br />
<br />Lingcod & other Ground fish – . Last year we saw plenty of very successful fishing on these species.<br /><br />Conclusion – Do not miss this opportunity.<br /><br />Want to go fishing? Contact <a href="http://www.nootkaisland.com/">Nootka Island Lodge</a> to book your fishing adventure.Nootka Island Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12074615956998764887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2762078079503377419.post-37915286720063896992013-01-18T14:40:00.000-08:002013-01-18T14:40:21.790-08:00Happy New Year From Nootka Island Lodge<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjF4FdNhG3aNsi7zmpAL3g6PjfsqaqhzX1OuOEAXmAImQOWCrVN3DOb7eIUn5uEo6dfpYPkEz24Ius5KHBWCQaL90A6JP0ML5fO1KAtcG52P96w65Y8sBrpiUa5kvGuissjbQ4oohAelI/s1600/feature+-+gallery+2.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjF4FdNhG3aNsi7zmpAL3g6PjfsqaqhzX1OuOEAXmAImQOWCrVN3DOb7eIUn5uEo6dfpYPkEz24Ius5KHBWCQaL90A6JP0ML5fO1KAtcG52P96w65Y8sBrpiUa5kvGuissjbQ4oohAelI/s1600/feature+-+gallery+2.png" /></a>HAPPY NEW YEAR AND ALL THE BEST IN 2013<br /><br />
Tim, Sandy, Matt, Kym,(Carter our new baby grandson), Tucker, Katie, Ash, (Austyn our new baby granddaughter) and Princess. We hope to see you this Summer. <br />
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Below check out our link to Facebook and see some of the fish catches from the 2012 Fishing Season.<br /><br />
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To get your saltwater fishing license click this link <a href="http://www.pac.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/fm-gp/rec/licence-permis/index-eng.htm#Acquiring_an_Online_Tidal_Licence">http://www.pac.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/fm-gp/rec/licence-permis/index-eng.htm#Acquiring_an_Online_Tidal_Licence</a><br /><br />
2013 Fishing Packages:<br />
2 Night 3 Day Fully guided trip $1499.00 per person. <br />
3 Night 4 Day Fully guided trip $2249.00 per person. <br />
4 Night 5 Day Fully guided trip $2998.00 per person. <br />
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Trips are based on double occupancy.<br />We require a 50% non refundable deposit to hold a reservation. <br />
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All packages include: Two guests per boat with guide, all fishing gear, care of catch, room and all meals. Round trip air fare from Gold River to the Lodge is $200.00 per person.<br />
Bring Your Own Boat Rate:<br />
$250.00 per night per person<br />
Rate Includes: Room, Meals, Moorage<br />
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CHECK OUT OUR WEB SITE <a href="http://www.nootkaisland.com/">http://www.nootkaisland.com/</a><br />
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Take care and all the best,<br />
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Tim Cyr<br />
Nootka Island Lodge<br />
<a href="mailto:info@nootkaisland.com">info@nootkaisland.com</a><br />
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Nootka Island Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12074615956998764887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2762078079503377419.post-5251565584293666682012-11-07T09:57:00.001-08:002012-11-07T09:57:13.698-08:00Wishing you went fishing last summer? plan now for 2013!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg854jRxtfPmDWQssx9DglxOY7Whs7sKrhE8h4uSzNHCy2CAOZe4PjZroggiQxMXHarTHirH09w1ekJ9kmxIin3Ynfz0hgJ59acjciKn5mzsgaLUIzonh8DrvMB5n6Vg1MNwbMKCApRqUs/s1600/feature+-+gallery+2.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg854jRxtfPmDWQssx9DglxOY7Whs7sKrhE8h4uSzNHCy2CAOZe4PjZroggiQxMXHarTHirH09w1ekJ9kmxIin3Ynfz0hgJ59acjciKn5mzsgaLUIzonh8DrvMB5n6Vg1MNwbMKCApRqUs/s1600/feature+-+gallery+2.png" /></a>Thank you for considering Nootka Island Lodge for your British Columbia fishing trip. <br />
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The serenity and seclusion of uncrowded Nootka Island Lodge on Nootka Island, British Columbia, provides a paradise for fishing, kayaking, hiking, whale watching and touring! Whether it is your first trip to Canada or your twentieth, Nootka Island Lodge can provide a memorable experience you will cherish forever.<br />
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Nootka Island Lodge offers world-class fishing for <a href="http://www.nootkaisland.com/">King Salmon, Chinook Salmon</a>, Coho Salmon, Halibut, Ling Cod and Rockfish just to name a few. And at the end of the day, we can prepare your fresh catch for you to enjoy!<br />
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The Cyr family is going into it's 30th season at the Lodge, so start your adventure now by exploring our web site and booking your fishing adventure today! <br />
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Want to get an early reservation, click <a href="http://www.thisismytownusa.com/nootka-island-lodge.php">HERE</a> to talk to The Cyr family and make your reservation for next summer.Nootka Island Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12074615956998764887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2762078079503377419.post-50842833632565440432012-09-20T12:44:00.001-07:002012-09-21T14:13:56.867-07:00FAQs for Nootka Island Lodge<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBROKpeZeUVfAqNzndY3uu9KdJHP0JGGn8wJS-jBk5rps3P42FJ2bieRPhc2TqnFGZFTwyxRigSCvVQSdUXFqONmjXMkdnevWgGrnBjPr-Hbl3xq6DGw07P6QbaC3gjCVje4ufDtnsgFw/s1600/feature+-+gallery.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBROKpeZeUVfAqNzndY3uu9KdJHP0JGGn8wJS-jBk5rps3P42FJ2bieRPhc2TqnFGZFTwyxRigSCvVQSdUXFqONmjXMkdnevWgGrnBjPr-Hbl3xq6DGw07P6QbaC3gjCVje4ufDtnsgFw/s1600/feature+-+gallery.png" /></a>Q: Where are you located? <br />
A:<span style="color: black; font-family: Georgia; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 8.0pt; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">We are located on <a href="http://www.thisismytownusa.com/nootka-island-lodge.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span id="lw_1348260306_3"><span class="yshortcuts"><span style="color: blue;">Nootka Island in
British Columbia</span></span></span></a> about 1 mile from Nootka Lighthouse at
Yuqout, BC. <br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" />
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Q: What do your packages include? <br />
A: <span style="color: black; font-family: Georgia; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 8.0pt; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">Our all inclusive packages include fully guided
fishing, rods, reels and tackle, lodging, meals and we’ll also we fillet, and
package your fish<br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" />
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Q: What is not included in your packages? <br />
A:<span style="color: black; font-family: Georgia; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 8.0pt; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">The only thing not included in our packages is
the floatplane flight, fishing license and gratuities and booze, BYOB<br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" />
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Q: How much does the flight cost? <br />
A: <span style="color: black; font-family: Georgia; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 8.0pt; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">The cost of your flight will vary depending on
where you are traveling from. See Options <br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" />
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</span>Q: How much is a fishing license? <br />
A: Approx $30.00 <br />
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Q: What kind of fish do you get? <br />
A: We usually fish for King/Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, Halibut, Lingcod and Rockfish depending on the type of fishing trip you are interested in. <br />
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Q: Do you get Steelhead? <br />
A: No, not in our area <br />
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Q: When is the best time to go to <a href="http://www.nootkaisland.com/contact.htm">Nootka Island?</a> <br />
A: Well, it depends on what you want to fish for.....<br />
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Q: Do you have a problem with the bears? <br />
A: <span style="color: black; font-family: Georgia; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 8.0pt; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">Not usually. We do have bears in our area, but
usually if you see a bear, it’s going to be running from you. <br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" />
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Q: When is the best time for whale watching?<br />
A: <span style="color: black; font-family: Georgia; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 8.0pt; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">We see whales thru out the season, Humpbacks,
Grey, Orcas as well as Seaotters, Seals, Bald Eagles and much more. <br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" />
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Q: Do you offer corporate retreats or group rates?<br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Georgia; mso-bidi-font-size: 8.0pt;">: Yes contact us <a href="mailto:info@nootkaisland.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" ymailto="mailto:info@nootkaisland.com"><span style="color: blue;">info@nootkaisland.com</span></a>.
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Q: Do you offer family packages for mixed interests (Ie: Fishing versus kayaking or whale watching)<br />
A: Yes<br />
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Q: Do you have references?<br />
A: <span style="color: black; font-family: Georgia; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 8.0pt; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">Absolutely! Give us a call and we can give you
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Want to see more, click <a href="http://www.nootkaisland.com/">HERE</a> for Nootka Island Lodge.Nootka Island Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12074615956998764887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2762078079503377419.post-33257555557545899452012-06-28T10:29:00.001-07:002012-06-28T10:29:38.451-07:00Halibut Fishing Package<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJuZKW2-iv6I9txA76xDMErsUFdbri82yY1bd-8mBeX_bPwz0QlHgpYZHgMDXVMxUyErPHUD2YiiB21vYUIZQQ-lzUM4uRhrz6Hi8-ZR9IcrHGvndGBCFa2uD_KiZUgpTGTObmNM9JXMY/s1600/feature+-+gallery.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJuZKW2-iv6I9txA76xDMErsUFdbri82yY1bd-8mBeX_bPwz0QlHgpYZHgMDXVMxUyErPHUD2YiiB21vYUIZQQ-lzUM4uRhrz6Hi8-ZR9IcrHGvndGBCFa2uD_KiZUgpTGTObmNM9JXMY/s1600/feature+-+gallery.png" /></a>Special <a href="http://www.thisismytownusa.com/nootka-island-lodge.html">Halibut </a>3 Night 4 Day <a href="http://www.nootkaisland.com/contact.htm">Fishing Packages</a> :<br /><br />$1499.00 per person, based on three to a boat with guide.<br /><br />The boats we will be using are 22 to 26 feet long all powered with 4 stroke engines. <br />
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Packages include, Boat and guide, all fishing gear, bait, care of your catch, rain gear, Rooms and all meals. <br />
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These packages are offered starting in June. If you are interested in dates please contact us <a href="mailto:info@nootkaisland.com">info@nootkaisland.com</a><br />
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To see more fishing packages, click <a href="http://www.nootkaisland.com/">HERE</a> for Nootka Island Lodge<br />
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Fishing at Nootka Lodge ...</h1>
<!-- place callout box here -->Nootka Island Lodge on Nootka Sound is truly Super Natural British Columbia. The chance to battle <a href="http://www.thisismytownusa.com/nootka-island-lodge.html">King (Tyee) Salmon</a> up to 60 pounds, or the fighting Coho in excess of 15 pounds, awaits the ardent fisherman at Nootka Island Fishing Camp.<br />
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There are plenty of <a href="http://www.nootkaisland.com/contact.htm">Salmon - Chinook</a> and Coho - ready to be hooked and caught in the serenity and seclusion of uncrowded fishing grounds.<br />
Although salmon is our specialty, there are also ling cod, rock cod and halibut.<br />
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Chinook Salmon</div>
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Nootka Island Lodge offers comfortable rooms, twin and single. The plumbing is indoors with showers. Dining is family style, and we will cook your catch if you so desire.<br />
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Now is the time to book a great fishing trip, click <a href="http://www.nootkaisland.com/fish.htm">HERE</a> to find out how!Nootka Island Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12074615956998764887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2762078079503377419.post-78129403824200076712012-04-26T16:36:00.002-07:002012-04-27T07:59:35.411-07:00New Salmon Openings in Nootka Sound!GOOD NEWS, NEW OPENINGS IN <a href="http://www.thisismytownusa.com/nootka-island-lodge.html">NOOTKA SOUND</a> , AREA 25<br />
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Approved as of March 24, 2012 by DFO:<br />
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1. opening the lower portion of Tahsis Inlet around Bodega Island and Strange Island for Chinook Salmon. <br />
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2. opening an outer portion of Hanna Channel and the lower portion of Zucarte Channel for Chinook Salmon. <br />
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3. Coho – removal of a portion of the hatchery only retention area and extending the regulations from San Gertrudis Cove to Discovery Point. <br />
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INTERESTING SALMON FACTS FOR THE 2012 SEASON<br />
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Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Report February 28, 2010:<br />
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· Strong returns of<a href="http://www.nootkaisland.com/contact.htm"> Columbia River Chinook Salmon</a> (over 650,000) and good numbers of coastal Coho are projected. <br />
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What does this mean to us on the West Coast of Vancouver Island – especially here in Nootka?<br />
· Most of our early June and July Chinook and Coho are American fish <br />
· This means another GREAT early salmon fishery for our area catching! <br />
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FISHERY NOTICE FN0128 – RECREATIONAL MANAGEMENT ACTION<br />
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Yes regulations are being tightened up to protect Fraser River Chinook.<br />
A slot limit is in effect for the Victoria area between Cadboro Point to Sheringham from March 1 to June 15, 2012. Daily limit is 2 per day size limit of 45cm – 67cm or 67cm and over for hatchery marked fish.<br />
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How does this effect us? IT DOES NOT AT ALL for fishing in areas 25, 125, – our back yard.<br />
ALL INDICATIONS ARE LOOKING VERY GOOD FOR 2012 SALMON FISHING<br />
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Good news for Nootka Island Lodge, click <a href="http://www.nootkaisland.com/">HERE</a> for more information and to book a trip!Nootka Island Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12074615956998764887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2762078079503377419.post-49183704867536492292012-04-03T12:02:00.000-07:002012-04-03T12:02:04.632-07:00Humpback Whales in Nootka Sound<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Humpback_Whale_Skeleton_Museum_of_Osteology.jpg" title="Enlarge"><span style="color: blue; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;"><v:shape alt="" href="/wiki/File:Humpback_Whale_Skeleton_Museum_of_Osteology.jpg" id="_x0000_i1026" o:button="t" style="height: 8.4pt; width: 11.4pt;" title=""Enlarge"" type="#_x0000_t75"> <v:imagedata o:href="http://bits.wikimedia.org/skins-1.19/common/images/magnify-clip.png" src="file:///C:/Users/CALRYA~1/AppData/Local/Temp/msoclip1/01/clip_image002.gif"> </v:imagedata></v:shape></span></a><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<div> </div><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">A <a href="http://www.thisismytownusa.com/nootka-island-lodge.html">humpback</a> whale can easily be identified by its stocky body with an obvious hump and black <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dorsum_(biology)" title="Dorsum (biology)"><span style="color: blue;">dorsal</span></a> coloring. The head and lower jaw are covered with knobs called <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tubercle_(anatomy)" title="Tubercle (anatomy)"><span style="color: #333399;">tubercles</span></a>, which are actually <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hair_follicle" title="Hair follicle"><span style="color: #333399;">hair follicles</span></a>, and are characteristic of the species. The fluked tail, which it lifts above the surface in some dive sequences, has wavy trailing edges.<sup id="cite_ref-plan_7-0"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/#cite_note-plan-7"><span style="color: #333399;">[8]</span></a></sup> The four global populations, all under study, are: North Pacific, Atlantic, and Southern Ocean humpbacks, which have distinct populations which complete a migratory round-trip each year and the Indian Ocean population, which does not migrate, prevented by that ocean's northern coastline.</span><br />
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<div> </div><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">The long black and white tail fin, which can be up to a third of body length, and the pectoral fins have unique patterns, which make individual whales identifiable.<sup id="cite_ref-8"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/#cite_note-8"><span style="color: #333399;">[9]</span></a><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/#cite_note-9"><span style="color: #333399;">[10]</span></a></sup> Several hypotheses attempt to explain the humpback's pectoral fins, which are proportionally the longest fins of any <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cetacean" title="Cetacean"><span style="color: blue;">cetacean</span></a>. The two most enduring mention the higher maneuverability afforded by long fins, and the usefulness of the increased surface area for temperature control when migrating between warm and cold climates. Humpbacks also have '<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rete_mirabile" title="Rete mirabile"><span style="color: #333399;">rete mirabile</span></a>', a heat exchanging system, which works similarly in humpbacks, sharks and other fish.<sup>[</sup></span><br />
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</div><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">Humpbacks have 270 to 400 darkly coloured <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baleen" title="Baleen"><span style="color: #333399;">baleen</span></a> plates on each side of the mouth. The plates measure from a mere 18 inches (46 cm) in the front to approximately 3 feet (0.91 m) long in the back, behind the hinge. <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ventral" title="Ventral"><span style="color: blue;">Ventral</span></a> grooves run from the lower jaw to the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Navel" title="Navel"><span style="color: #333399;">umbilicus</span></a> about halfway along the underside of the whale. These grooves are less numerous (usually 16–20) and consequently more prominent than in other <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rorqual" title="Rorqual"><span style="color: #333399;">rorquals</span></a></span><br />
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<div> </div><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">The stubby <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dorsal_fin" title="Dorsal fin"><span style="color: #333399;">dorsal fin</span></a> is visible soon after the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blowhole_(biology)" title="Blowhole (biology)"><span style="color: blue;">blow</span></a> when the <a href="http://www.nootkaisland.com/">whale</a> surfaces, but disappears by the time the flukes emerge. Humpbacks have a 3 metres (9.8 ft) heart-shaped to bushy blow, or exhalation of water through the blowholes. Because Humpback Whales breathe voluntarily, it is possible that the whales shut off only half of the brain when sleeping.<sup id="cite_ref-10"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/#cite_note-10"><span style="color: #333399;">[11]</span></a></sup> Early whalers also noted blows from humpback adults to be 10–20 feet (3.0–6.1 m) high.</span><br />
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<div> </div><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">Newborn calves are roughly the length of their mother's head. At birth, calves measure 20 feet (6.1 m) at 2 <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Short_ton" title="Short ton"><span style="color: #333399;">short tons</span></a> (1.8 <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tonne" title="Tonne"><span style="color: #333399;">t</span></a>) The mother, by comparison, is about 50 feet (15 m). They nurse for approximately six months, then mix nursing and independent feeding for possibly six months more. Humpback milk is 50% fat and pink in color. Some calves have been observed alone after arrival in <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alaska" title="Alaska"><span style="color: #333399;">Alaskan</span></a> waters.<sup>[</sup></span><br />
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<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"></span><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">Females reach sexual maturity at the age of five, achieving full adult size a little later. Males reach sexual maturity at approximately 7 years of age. The humpback whale lifespan ranges from 45–100 years</span><br />
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<div> </div><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">Fully grown, the males average 15–16 metres (49–52 ft). Females are slightly larger at 16–17 metres (52–56 ft), and 40,000 kilograms (44 short tons); the largest recorded specimen was 19 metres (62 ft) long and had pectoral fins measuring 6 metres (20 ft) each.</span><br />
<div> </div><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">Females have a <i>hemispherical lobe</i> about 15 centimetres (5.9 in) in diameter in their genital region. This visually distinguishes males and females. The male's penis usually remains hidden in the genital slit. Male whales have distinctive scars on heads and bodies, some resulting from battles over females.<sup>[</sup></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: medium;"><span><span class="mw-headline"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">Identifying individuals</span></span></span></span><br />
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<div> </div><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">The varying patterns on the tail flukes are sufficient to identify individuals. Unique visual identification is not currently possible in most cetacean species (other exceptions include <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orca" title="Orca"><span style="color: blue;">orcas</span></a> and <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Right_whale" title="Right whale"><span style="color: #333399;">right whales</span></a>), making the humpback a popular study species.<sup>[</sup> A study using data from 1973 to 1998 on whales in the North Atlantic gave researchers detailed information on gestation times, growth rates, and calving periods, as well as allowing more accurate population predictions by simulating the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark-release-recapture" title="Mark-release-recapture"><span style="color: blue;">mark-release-recapture</span></a> technique (Katona and Beard 1982). A photographic catalogue of all known North Atlantic whales was developed over this period and is currently maintained by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/College_of_the_Atlantic" title="College of the Atlantic"><span style="color: #333399;">College of the Atlantic</span></a> Similar photographic identification projects have begun in the North Pacific by SPLASH (Structure of Populations, Levels of Abundance and Status of Humpbacks), and around the world.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<div> </div><h2 style="margin: 0.83em 0in;"><span id="Life_history"><span class="mw-headline"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">Life history</span></span></span><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><o:p></o:p></span></h2><div> </div><h3 style="margin: 1em 0in;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span id="Reproduction"><span class="mw-headline"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">Reproduction</span></span></span><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></h3><div> </div><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">Females typically breed every two or three years. The gestation period is 11.5 months, yet some individuals have been known to breed in two consecutive years. The peak months for birth are January, February, July, and August. There is usually a 1-2 year period between humpback births. Humpback whales can live up to 48 years.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<div> </div><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">Recent research on humpback <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mitochondrial_DNA" title="Mitochondrial DNA"><span style="color: #333399;">mitochondrial DNA</span></a> reveals that groups that live in proximity to each other may represent distinct breeding pools</span><br />
<div> </div><h3 style="margin: 1em 0in;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span id="Social_structure"><span class="mw-headline"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">Social structure</span></span></span></span></h3><h3 style="margin: 1em 0in;"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">Humpbacks frequently breach, throwing two thirds or more of their bodies out of the water and splashing down on their backs.<o:p></o:p></span></h3><div> <span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Jubartes_em_Abrolhos.jpg" title="Enlarge"><span style="color: blue; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;"><v:shape alt="" href="/wiki/File:Jubartes_em_Abrolhos.jpg" id="_x0000_i1034" o:button="t" style="height: 8.4pt; width: 11.4pt;" title=""Enlarge"" type="#_x0000_t75"> <v:imagedata o:href="http://bits.wikimedia.org/skins-1.19/common/images/magnify-clip.png" src="file:///C:/Users/CALRYA~1/AppData/Local/Temp/msoclip1/01/clip_image002.gif"> </v:imagedata></v:shape></span></a></span></div><div> </div><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">The humpback social structure is loose-knit. Typically, individuals live alone or in small, transient groups that disband after a few hours. These whales are not excessively social in most cases. Groups may stay together a little longer in summer to forage and feed cooperatively. Longer-term relationships between pairs or small groups, lasting months or even years, have rarely been observed. It is possible that some females retain bonds created via cooperative feeding for a lifetime. The humpback's range overlaps considerably with other <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whale" title="Whale"><span style="color: #333399;">whale</span></a> and <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dolphin" title="Dolphin"><span style="color: #333399;">dolphin</span></a> species — for instance, the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Minke_whale" title="Minke whale"><span style="color: #333399;">minke whale</span></a>. However, humpbacks rarely interact socially with them, though humpback calves in <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawaiian_Islands_Humpback_Whale_National_Marine_Sanctuary" title="Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary"><span style="color: #333399;">Hawaiian waters</span></a> sometimes play with <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bottlenose_dolphin" title="Bottlenose dolphin"><span style="color: #333399;">bottlenose dolphin</span></a> calves.<sup>[</sup></span><br />
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<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">Behaviors include breaching, <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spyhopping" title="Spyhopping"><span style="color: blue;">spyhopping</span></a>, <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Lob-tailing&action=edit&redlink=1" title="Lob-tailing (page does not exist)"><span style="color: #ba0000;">lob-tailing</span></a>, <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Tail-slapping&action=edit&redlink=1" title="Tail-slapping (page does not exist)"><span style="color: #ba0000;">tail-slapping</span></a>, fin-slapping, <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Peduncle_throws&action=edit&redlink=1" title="Peduncle throws (page does not exist)"><span style="color: #ba0000;">peduncle throws</span></a>, charging and parrying. Less common "super pods" may number more than 40 males, all vying for the same female. </span><br />
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</tbody></table></div><div> </div><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">Both male and female humpback whales <i>vocalize</i>, however only males produce the long, loud, complex "songs" for which the species is famous. Each song consists of several sounds in a low <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Register_(music)" title="Register (music)"><span style="color: #333399;">register</span></a> that vary in <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amplitude" title="Amplitude"><span style="color: #333399;">amplitude</span></a> and <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frequency" title="Frequency"><span style="color: #333399;">frequency</span></a>, and typically lasts from 10 to 20 minutes.<sup id="cite_ref-asc_15-0"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/#cite_note-asc-15"><span style="color: #333399;">[16]</span></a></sup> Humpbacks may sing continuously for more than 24 hours. <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cetacean" title="Cetacean"><span style="color: blue;">Cetaceans</span></a> have no vocal cords, so whales generate their song by forcing air through their massive nasal cavities.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<div> </div><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">Whales within a large area sing the same song. All North Atlantic humpbacks sing the same song, and those of the North Pacific sing a different song. Each population's song changes slowly over a period of years without repeating.<sup id="cite_ref-asc_15-1"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/#cite_note-asc-15"><span style="color: #333399;">[</span></a></sup></span><br />
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<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">Scientists are unsure of the purpose of whale song. Only males sing, suggesting that one purpose is to attract females. However, many of the whales observed to approach a singer are other males, and results in conflict. Singing may therefore be a challenge to other males.<sup id="cite_ref-16"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/#cite_note-16"><span style="color: #333399;">[</span></a></sup> Some scientists have hypothesized that the song may serve an <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Animal_echolocation" title="Animal echolocation"><span style="color: #333399;">echolocative</span></a> function During the feeding season, humpbacks make altogether different vocalizations for herding fish into their bubble nets</span><br />
<div> </div><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">All these behaviors also occur absent potential mates. This indicates that they are probably a more general communication tool. Scientists hypothesize that singing may keep migrating populations connected. Some observers report that singing begins when competition for a female ends.<sup id="cite_ref-19"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/#cite_note-19"><span style="color: #333399;">[</span></a></sup></span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"></span></span>Nootka Island Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12074615956998764887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2762078079503377419.post-86151382423234545302012-03-06T16:05:00.000-08:002012-03-06T16:05:04.921-08:00Everything You Want to Know About Halibut Fish<b>Halibut</b> is a <a href="http://www.nootkaisland.com/contact.htm"><u><span style="color: blue;">flatfish</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a>, genus <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Hippoglossus"><i><u><span style="color: blue;">Hippoglossus</span></u></i><u><span style="color: blue;"></span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a>, from the family of the right-eye <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Flounder"><u><span style="color: blue;">flounders</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a> (<a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Pleuronectidae"><u><span style="color: blue;">Pleuronectidae</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a>). Other flatfish are also called halibut. The name is derived from <i>haly</i> (holy) and <i>butt</i> (flat fish), for its popularity on Catholic holy days. Halibut are <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Demersal_fish"><u><span style="color: blue;">demersal fish</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a> which live in the North <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Pacific"><u><span style="color: blue;">Pacific</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a> and the North <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Atlantic_Ocean"><u><span style="color: blue;">Atlantic</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a> oceans. They are highly-regarded food fish.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;"> Physical characteristics<br />
</span></b>The halibut is the largest flat fish, averaging 11–13.5 kilograms (24–30 lb), but catch as large as 333 kilograms (730 lb) are reported; the largest recently recorded was 245 kilograms (540 lb) taken off the coast of Northern <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Norway"><u><span style="color: blue;">Norway</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a> and 2.5 metres (8.2 ft) long.They are gray-black on the top side with an off-white underbelly and have very small scales invisible to the naked eye embedded in their skin. At birth they have an eye on each side of the head, and swim like a salmon. After six months one eye migrates to the other side, making them look more like flounder. At the same time the stationary-eyed side darkens to match the top side, while the other side remains white. This color scheme disguises halibut from above (blending with the ocean floor) and from below (blending into the light from the sky) and is known as <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Countershading"><u><span style="color: blue;">countershading</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a>.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;"> Diet<br />
</span></b>Halibut feed on almost any animal they can fit into their mouths. Juvenile halibut feed on small crustaceans and other bottom dwelling organisms. Animals found in their stomachs include <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Sand_lance"><u><span style="color: blue;">sand lance</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a>, octopus, crab, salmon, <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Hermit_crab"><u><span style="color: blue;">hermit crabs</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a>, <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Lamprey"><u><span style="color: blue;">lamprey</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a>, <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Sculpin"><u><span style="color: blue;">sculpin</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a>, <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Cod"><u><span style="color: blue;">cod</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a>, <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Pollock"><u><span style="color: blue;">pollock</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a>, <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Herring"><u><span style="color: blue;">herring</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a>, <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Flounder"><u><span style="color: blue;">flounder</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a> as well as other halibut. Halibut live at depths ranging from a few meters to hundreds of meters, and although they spend most of their time near the bottom, halibut may move up in the <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Water_column"><u><span style="color: blue;">water column</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a> to feed. In most ecosystems the halibut is near the top of the marine <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Food_chain"><u><span style="color: blue;">food chain</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a>. In the North Pacific their common predators are the <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Sea_lion"><u><span style="color: blue;">sea lion</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a> (<i>Eumetopias jubatus</i>), the <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Orca"><u><span style="color: blue;">orca</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a> (<i>Orcinus orca</i>), and the <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Salmon_shark"><u><span style="color: blue;">salmon shark</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a> (<i>Lamna ditropis</i>).<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;"> Halibut fishery<br />
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The North Pacific commercial <a href="http://www.thisismytownusa.com/nootka-island-lodge.html">halibut</a> fishery dates to the late 19th century and today is one of the region's largest and most lucrative. In Canadian and U.S. waters, <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Long-line_fishing"><u><span style="color: blue;">longline</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a> predominates, using chunks of octopus ("devilfish") or other bait on circle hooks attached at regular intervals to a weighted line that can extend for several miles across the bottom. The fishing vessel retrieves the line after several hours to a day. The effects of longline gear on habitats are poorly understood but could include disturbance of sediments, <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Benthic"><u><span style="color: blue;">benthic</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a> structures, and other structures.<br />
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International management is necessary, because the species occupies waters of the United States, Canada, Russia, and possibly Japan (where the species is known to the Japanese as Ohyo), and matures slowly. Halibut do not reproduce until age eight, when about 30 inches (76 cm) long, so commercial capture below this length prevents breeding and is against U.S. and Canadian regulations supporting sustainability. Pacific halibut fishing is managed by the <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/International_Pacific_Halibut_Commission"><u><span style="color: blue;">International Pacific Halibut Commission</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a> (IPHC).<br />
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For most of the modern era, halibut fishery operated as a derby. Regulators declared time slots when fishing was open (typically 24–48 hours at a time) and fisherman raced to catch as many pounds as they could within that interval. This approach accommodated unlimited participation in the fishery while allowing regulators to control the quantity of fish caught annually by controlling the number and timing of openings. The approach led to unsafe fishing as openings were necessarily set before the weather was known, forcing fisherman to leave port regardless of the weather. The approach limited fresh halibut to the markets to several weeks per year, when the gluts would push down the price received by fishermen.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: medium;"> Individual fishing quotas<br />
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In 1995, U.S. regulators allocated <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Individual_fishing_quota"><u><span style="color: blue;">individual fishing quotas</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a> (IFQs) to existing fishery participants based on each vessel's documented historical catch. IFQs grant holders a specific proportion of each year's <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Total_allowable_catch"><u><span style="color: blue;">total allowable catch</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a> (TAC). The fishing season is nine months. The IFQ system improved both safety and product quality by providing a stable flow of fresh halibut to the marketplace. Critics of the program suggest that, since holders can sell their quota and the fish are a public resource, the IFQ system gave a public resource to the private sector. The fisheries were managed through a treaty between The United States and Canada per recommendations of the International Pacific Halibut Commission that was formed in 1923.<br />
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There is also a significant <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Sport_fishing"><u><span style="color: blue;">sport fishery</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a> in Alaska and British Columbia where halibut are a prized game and food fish. Sport fisherman use large rods and reels with 80–150 pounds (36–68 kg) line, and often bait with <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Herring"><u><span style="color: blue;">herring</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a>, large <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Jigging"><u><span style="color: blue;">jigs</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a>, or whole salmon heads. Halibut are strong and fight strenuously when exposed to air. Smaller fish will usually be pulled on board with a <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Fishing_gaff"><u><span style="color: blue;">gaff</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a> and may be clubbed or even punched in the head in order to prevent them from thrashing around on the deck. In both commercial and sport fisheries standard procedure is to shoot or otherwise subdue very large halibut over 150–200 pounds (68–91 kg) before landing them. Alaska's sport fishery is an element of the state's tourism economy.<br />
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</span></b><a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/File:Smokedhalibut.JPGHYPERLINK/wiki/Smoking_(cooking)/lTypes">H<u><span style="color: blue;">ot smoked</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a> <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Pacific_halibut"><u><span style="color: blue;">Pacific halibut</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a> <br />
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Halibut are often broiled, deep-fried or grilled while fresh. Smoking is more difficult with halibut meat than it is with salmon, due to its ultra-low fat content. Eaten fresh, the meat has a clean taste and requires little seasoning. Halibut is noted for its dense and firm texture.<br />
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Halibut have historically been an important food source to <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Native_Americans_in_the_United_States"><u><span style="color: blue;">Native Americans</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a> and Canadian <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/First_Nations"><u><span style="color: blue;">First Nations</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a> and continue to be a key element to many coastal subsistence economies. Accommodating the competing interests of commercial, sport, and subsistence users is a challenge.<br />
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The Atlantic population is so depleted through overfishing that it may be declared an <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Endangered_species"><u><span style="color: blue;">endangered species</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a>. According to <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Seafood_Watch"><u><span style="color: blue;">Seafood Watch</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a>, consumers should avoid Atlantic halibut. Most halibut eaten on the East coast of the United States are from the Pacific.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;"> Species of the genus Hippoglossus (proper halibut)<br />
</span></b>Atlantic halibut (<i>Hippoglossus hippoglossus</i>) on a <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Faroe_Islands"><u><span style="color: blue;">Faroese</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a> stamp <br />
<dir> <dir> <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Atlantic_halibut"><u><span style="color: blue;">Atlantic halibut</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a>, <i>Hippoglossus hippoglossus</i> </dir> </dir> <a href="http://www.blogger.com/wiki/Pacific_halibut"><u><span style="color: blue;">Pacific halibut</span></u><span style="color: blue;"></span></a>, <i>Hippoglossus stenolepis</i><br />
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<em>Now you know about this great sport fish, why not go fish for Halibut, click <a href="http://www.nootkaisland.com/">HERE </a>for Nootka Island Lodge, great Halibut fishing in British Columbia</em><br />
<i></i>Nootka Island Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12074615956998764887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2762078079503377419.post-17538119362231795742012-02-28T11:06:00.000-08:002012-02-28T11:06:48.380-08:00Fishing at Nootka Island Lodge, British Columbia<h1>Fishing at Nootka Lodge ...</h1><!-- place callout box here -->Nootka Island Lodge on <a href="http://www.nootkaisland.com/">Nootka Sound</a> is truly Super Natural British Columbia. The chance to battle King (Tyee) <a href="http://www.nootkaisland.com/">Salmon </a>up to 60 pounds, or the fighting Coho in excess of 15 pounds, awaits the ardent fisherman at Nootka Island Fishing Camp.<br />
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There are plenty of Salmon - Chinook and Coho - ready to be hooked and caught in the serenity and seclusion of uncrowded fishing grounds.<br />
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Although salmon is our specialty, there are also ling cod, rock cod and halibut.<a href="http://www.nootkaisland.com/">http://www.nootkaisland.com/</a><br />
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Nootka Island Lodge offers comfortable rooms, twin and single. The plumbing is indoors with showers. Dining is family style, and we will cook your catch if you so desire.<br />
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Start thinking about your fishing adventure for this summer, Click HERE to see Nootka Island Lodge.Nootka Island Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12074615956998764887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2762078079503377419.post-67245648117265598882012-02-10T11:03:00.000-08:002012-02-10T11:03:27.956-08:00Nootka Island Lodge Fishing and FunCome join us at the Safari Club International Flint Michigan Regional Chapter's Annual Outfitters Expo and Auction. Outfitters Expo March 9th, 1pm to 9pm at Davison Country Club. March 10,Wild Game Dinner and Auction Fundraiser 3pm to 10pm at Perani Arena.<br />
Check out there web site <a href="http://www.sciflint.com/">www.sciflint.com</a><br />
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See what one guest says about their experience. <br />
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“Every time we go to <a href="http://www.nootkaisland.com/">Nootka Island Lodge</a>, we have a great time fishing and relaxing. I love the small lodge experience, lots of good food and we do not like large crowds, especially when the reason for going is to relax and fish. I feel like the owners and their staff are like long time friends, who we always enjoying seeing, not to mention that we have caught our limits of salmon on all six trips to the lodge. Fishing in open boats in the beautiful calm waters of Nootka Sound is just an added bonus. I am a very adventuresome person, so when my wife asked me “why don’t you try someplace else”, I replied “ I don’t want to”<br />
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Brian Baarstad and Brandon Baarstad(son)<br />
Woodinville, Washington <br />
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Check out the <a href="http://www.nootkaisland.com/">2012 Fishing Packages</a>!<br />
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2 Night 3 Day Fully guided trip $1299.00 per person. <br />
3 Night 4 Day Fully guided trip $1949.00 per person. <br />
4 Night 5 Day Fully guided trip $2598.00 per person. <br />
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Trips are based on double occupancy.<br />
We require a 50% non refundable deposit to hold a reservation. <br />
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All packages include: <br />
Two guests per boat with guide, all fishing gear, care of catch, room and all meals.<br />
Round trip air fare from Gold River to the Lodge is $185.00 per person.<br />
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Want to see more: Click <a href="http://www.nootkaisland.com/">HERE </a>for Nootka Island LodgeNootka Island Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12074615956998764887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2762078079503377419.post-52357885433309413812012-02-07T16:55:00.000-08:002012-02-07T16:55:30.980-08:00Nootka Island Lodge Fishing and Fun!<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Thank you for considering Nootka Island Lodge for your British Columbia <a href="http://www.nootkaisland.com/">fishing trip</a>. The serenity and seclusion of uncrowded Nootka Island Lodge on Nootka Island, British Columbia, provides a paradise for fishing, kayaking, hiking, whale watching and touring! Whether it is your first trip to Canada or your twentieth, Nootka Island Lodge can provide a memorable experience you will cherish forever.<br />
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We offer <a href="http://www.nootkaisland.com/">world-class fishing</a> for King Salmon, Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, Halibut, Ling Cod and Rockfish just to name a few. And at the end of the day, we can prepare your fresh catch for you to enjoy!<br />
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The Cyr family is going into it's 29th season at the Lodge, so start your adventure now by exploring our web site and booking your <a href="http://www.nootkaisland.com/">fishing adventure</a> today!</span> Nootka Island Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12074615956998764887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2762078079503377419.post-64227494315193144762011-12-07T10:41:00.000-08:002011-12-07T10:41:19.398-08:00Nootka Island Lodge Going to Las Vegas!VIVA LAS VEGAS!!!<br />
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Las Vegas is the place to be February 1 to 4 2012 for the 40TH Annual Safari Club International <br />
Hunter's Convention at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center. <a href="http://www.showsci.org/">www.showsci.org</a> <br />
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Nootka Island Lodge will be located at the South Convention Center, Level 2 Booth #4509. Make sure you check out our web page, click <a href="http://www.thisismytownusa.com/nootka-island-lodge.html">HERE</a> to see more details.<br />
Nootka Island Lodge is offering a special on our packages for Christmas. The packages must be booked before December 31 2011.<br />
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Check out our Christmas Specials for December! Book now and save money for 2012!<br />
2012 Fishing Packages:<br />
2 Night 3 Day Fully guided trip $1299.00 per person. <br />
3 Night 4 Day Fully guided trip $1949.00 per person. <br />
4 Night 5 Day Fully guided trip $2598.00 per person. <br />
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CHRISTMAS GIFT SPECIAL PRICES:<br />
2 Night 3 Day <a href="http://www.thisismytownusa.com/nootka-island-lodge.html">Fully Guided Trip</a>, buy one for $1299.00 per person <br />
get the second one for $649.50 per person. <br />
THIS IS A SAVINGS OF $649.50<br />
3 Night 4 Day Fully Guided Trip, buy one for $1949.00 per person <br />
get the second one for $974.50 per person. <br />
THIS IS A SAVINGS OF $974.50<br />
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Trips are based on double occupancy.<br />
We require a 50% non refundable deposit to hold a reservation <br />
and deposits are due by January 20 2012.<br />
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All packages include: <br />
Two guests per boat with guide, all fishing gear, care of catch, room and all meals.<br />
Round trip air fare from Gold River to the Lodge is $185.00 per person.<br />
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Want more information, click <a href="http://www.thisismytownusa.com/nootka-island-lodge.html">HERE</a> to contact Nootka Island Lodge.Nootka Island Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12074615956998764887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2762078079503377419.post-52976717161023719572011-11-15T17:05:00.000-08:002011-11-15T17:05:19.605-08:00Nootka Island Lodge Christmas SpecialsThis is the year to come and fish one of British Columbia's best known fishing destination in Historical <a href="http://www.thisismytownusa.com/nootka-island-lodge.html">Nootka Sound</a>.<br />
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<a href="http://www.qlixite.com/">Nootka Island Lodge</a> is offering a special on our packages for Christmas. The packages must be booked before December 31 2011.<br />
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2011 Fishing Packages:<br />
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2 Night 3 Day Fully guided trip $1299.00 per person. <br />
3 Night 4 Day Fully guided trip $1949.00 per person. <br />
4 Night 5 Day Fully guided trip $2598.00 per person. <br />
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CHRISTMAS GIFT SPECIAL PRICES:<br />
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2 Night 3 Day Fully Guided Trip, buy one for $1299.00 per person <br />
get the second one for $649.50 per person. <br />
THIS IS A SAVINGS OF $649.50<br />
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3 Night 4 Day Fully Guided Trip, buy one for $1949.00 per person <br />
get the second one for $974.50 per person. <br />
THIS IS A SAVINGS OF $974.50<br />
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Trips are based on double occupancy. We require a 50% non refundable deposit to hold a reservation <br />
and deposits are due by January 20 2012.<br />
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All packages include: <br />
Two guests per boat with guide, all fishing gear, care of catch, room and all meals.<br />
Round trip air fare from Gold River to the Lodge is $185.00 per person<br />
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Want to see more detail, click <a href="http://www.nootkaisland.com/">HERE </a>to view Nootka Island Fishing Adventures.<br />
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Easily accessible by driving due west from Campbell River, the fine fishing grounds of the Nootka Sound area have brought smiles to the faces of countless sport fishermen. Resorts, lodges and guides are numerous in the area as well as lodging and services found in the nearby villages of Gold River, Tahsis and Zeballos.<br />
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Feeder <a href="http://www.thisismytownusa.com/home.php">Chinook </a>up to 15 lbs. are available offshore during the winter months. Large migratory Chinook up to 40 lbs. start showing offshore in June and move inside in early July. The run will peak in August. Coho action starts in early summer and will peak in fall. September and October are the best <a href="http://www.qlixite.com/">Coho </a>months. Nootka Sound is also an excellent producer of Rockfish, Lingcod and Halibut.<br />
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Want to go after these great Coho in the fall months, contact Fishing on Nootka Island at this link, they are a top fishing outfitter for this area and have a fabuloso lodge. <a href="http://www.fishingonnootkasound.com/">http://www.fishingonnootkasound.com/</a>Nootka Island Lodgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12074615956998764887noreply@blogger.com0