Fishing Reports & Blog

Stay up to date with the latest fishing conditions, salmon runs, and tips from our experienced guides

March 2, 2026

Best Fishing Charter in Campbell River — A Decade of Readers' Choice Awards (2015-2025)

Fishing Storie Charters has been voted Best Fishing Charter in Campbell River by the Campbell River Mirror Readers' Choice Awards, with awards spanning from 2015 to 2025. Chosen by the residents of the Salmon Capital of the World, this decade of community recognition reflects consistent, high-quality guided Chinook and Coho salmon fishing on Discovery Passage, Johnstone Strait, and the waters of Vancouver Island, British Columbia.

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February 18, 2026

Campbell River Fishing Charter: The Complete 2026 Guide

Everything you need to know about booking a fishing charter in Campbell River. Compare trip lengths, learn what's included, pick the best season, and prepare for an unforgettable day on Discovery Passage.

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February 18, 2026

Best Time to Fish Campbell River: Month-by-Month Guide for 2026

A complete monthly breakdown of what's biting in Campbell River. From winter Chinook feeders to peak summer salmon runs, find the perfect month for your fishing charter.

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February 18, 2026

Your First Fishing Charter: What to Expect & How to Prepare

Never been on a fishing charter? Here's everything you need to know — what to wear, what to bring, seasickness tips, fishing techniques explained simply, and what happens with your catch.

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February 18, 2026

Salmon Fishing Techniques in Campbell River: A Beginner's Guide

Learn the proven salmon fishing techniques used by Campbell River guides — trolling with downriggers, mooching, jigging, and how tide, depth, and current affect your success in Discovery Passage.

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February 17, 2026

Winter Chinook Fishing in Campbell River: Why February Is the Best-Kept Secret

While most anglers wait for summer, February delivers some of the best Chinook fishing of the year in Campbell River. Chrome-bright feeders, uncrowded waters, and dramatic winter scenery make this the perfect time to book a guided charter.

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February 9, 2026

FSC Daily Fishing Report - Sunday, February 8, 2026

Captain Bruce put two anglers on a winter Chinook double header in Discovery Passage today. Two chrome bright feeders in the 10-12 lb range came up from deep as the tide eased toward slack on a calm, clear February afternoon aboard the Boston Whaler Montauk.

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February 8, 2026

Afternoon Fishing Report - Captain Jason

Afternoon on Discovery Passage with Captain Jason. The water was good and the winter fishing is building. The kind of day that makes you come back....

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February 2, 2026

Young Angler Lands Chrome Winter Chinook in Discovery Passage

Young angler success on beautiful chrome Chinook in Discovery Passage showcases Campbell River productive winter salmon fishing with ideal conditions.

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January 26, 2026

Campbell River Winter Chinook Salmon Fishing Report - January 25, 2026

Winter Chinook salmon fishing in Campbell River delivers excellent results with multiple catches in the 12-18 lb range from Discovery Passage.

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January 2, 2026

January 2026 Campbell River Fishing Report

Winter Chinook fishing heats up in Discovery Passage. Our guides report excellent catches of feeder Chinook in the 8-15 pound range with some larger fish showing up near Cape Mudge.

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December 28, 2025

2025 Season Recap: Our Best Catches

Looking back at an incredible 2025 salmon fishing season in Campbell River. From record Tyee catches to memorable family fishing trips, here are the highlights.

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