After breakfast in Mission, a stop into the Chehalis River Salmonid Enhancement Facility was made…read moreon the way to Harrison Hot Springs recently. Ii is a favourite place to stop for us, and this time, although a touch early 'season-wise' for most returning salmonids, I anticipated seeing at least a few adult fish in the river, and returning to the facility. Our visit was rewarded with such sights - there were several adults in the stream 'and' attempting to make their way into holding structures within the facility available to them at that time. I knew we were a touch early to see many returning adult fish to the facility, but that said, we did get some good views of several fish within the stream, and some very up close & personal views of a few fish that had been able to get into the facility earlier, and their jumping attempts at entrance gates to a couple of holding ponds. For us, very cool to see, and it sure added some excitement to our stop into the facility this time! As usual when there, we did a complete (self-guided) walkabout of the entire grounds, catching all the sights and sounds along the way. And for the first time, we dropped into the main building - it houses most of the inside operational facilities, staff offices, and such - the foyer, is open to the public, and contains informational bulletin boards, signage, displays, and brochures of interest to visitors to the facility. Once again, our favourite stop-along-the-way to Harrison was fun and interesting, along with some exciting "fish moments".

Fantastic, family oriented campground. Everyone we met camps there annually and most also fish. The…read more"regulars" were all friendly, welcoming, and really made our stay there fantastic. Yes, it is dusty traveling the last mile there and the campground has lots of gravel, but there is a sweetness, and heart-felt friendliness that overwhelms a little dust acquired coming and going.

We discovered Cheam campground this weekend and we are so happy we did. Right from the start, from…read morethe first phone call, Jamie the host was super helpful and really, really nice. She accommodated us fast, answered to all our questions and was always there when needed, without being too intrusive as we experienced in other campgrounds. The site we got was right by the water, where we could fish, and enjoy the beautiful view. There were mosquitoes around, due to the high levels of the Fraser, but managed to keep them away with smoke, insect repellent spray and citronella candles. The campground has nice spacious sites, water and electricity hook ups and everyone kept it quiet and respectful. There are train tracks across the river, and trains are passing throughout the day, but is far enough to not be too loud and just give a nice picturesque touch. We already booked to go back in a couple of weeks.

We booked this beautiful lodge for a Valentine's Day getaway early this year and loved every…read moremoment. A wonderful experience and very relaxing. The food was delicious, the service was great and very helpful. The accomodations and atmosphere were amazing. We will definately return for another visit! I strongly recommend the Fraser River Lodge!

Amazing. Simply. AMAZING. I started booking this trip as a…read moresurprise for my husband's 50th birthday. He had always wanted to do a sturgeon fishing charter and this was going to be the perfect gift. The ladies in the front office (Claudette, Krissy and Jenn) answered all my questions and really helped me through so many aspects of planning this trip. They were always just a call or an email away and were always speedy with their replies. Never once were they rude to me, or made me feel like I wasn't worth their time. They pretty much pampered me right from the start. I reserved a 3 night stay in the Bison Suite that included - 2 eight hour days of guided sturgeon fishing and all meals provided by the lodge. The Bison Suites need to be seen to be appreciated. We had a large room containing a super comfy king sized bed in front of a push-button fireplace, two sitting chairs around a small coffee table, a large TV with all the streaming apps, a Nespresso coffee maker, and mini fridge. And let's not forget the bathroom. To say the bathroom is well-equipped would be an understatement. The toilet does everything you never thought you needed a toilet to do, and it is a full experience. Don't be a prude! You need to experience the toilet. And the shower is majestic. The shower 'stall' is a large glass area that features a waterfall shower head on the ceiling and a handheld shower head on the wall. The floor of the shower looks like a riverbed, and there's a large window looking from the shower into the bedroom so you can see out to the deck and the beautiful scenery. The deck boasts a 2 (or maybe 3) person hot tub and it is fully private. It felt magical after a full day of fishing. The meals were straight up 5 star cuisine. Dinner was a 4 course meal, breakfast consisted of mouth watering pastries and something more substantial such as eggs benedict or quiche, and both meals were served by attentive and friendly staff in the lounge at a set time. We dined with other lodge guests and it was actually kind of cool to meet different people and get to know everyone's story. Lunch was served differently and it was so cool! It was freshly barbequed on the boat while we were fishing so we never missed any action. One day it was steak and shrimp and the other is was chicken and sausage. (I have to give a huge shout out to Chef Ian and his crew who took the time to make sure my dietary preferences were met in each meal. The food was beyond anything I thought I would receive and I'm so appreciative.) Now, on to the fishing! Our guide was Neil and he gave our trip another layer of amazingness. He is a local so he was really knowledgeable about fishing locations, where the bite was best vs. where it wasn't, how the river was looking that week, etc. He also had a pretty epic, fully loaded boat with great gear, and a cool rig to pull it. He took us out to Beach 22 for launch and found some really great areas to set up in, he brought the best bait, set up the gear, and gave us incredibly helpful direction. Once he saw my husband was comfortable with the gear, he was able to let him cast the line as well. My husband and I have been fishing since we were kids but, when you're in a new area with a local, you watch and learn and listen the best you can until you're given the 'green light' to go ahead and help. Neil treated us with respect and we did the same to him, plus, he was super fun, laid back, and really easy to get along with! My husband and I caught 27 sturgeon between the two days we were fishing with Neil, and we still can't stop smiling. It was THE best fishing experience we've ever had and it exceeded our expectations. There were also a cool crew of animal friends at the lodge. At any time there were 3-4 dogs, a cat named 'Paul', a herd of bison, a coop of chickens, and 2 resident donkeys. Personally, I love places that have animals around. I thought this was a birthday gift for my husband? It was really a gift for us both because we both loved it so much. This is not just a 'for the guys' lodge so, ladies, step up your game and take your man on a vacation! This is a luxury fishing lodge set amidst beautiful scenery with amazing accommodations, 5 star meals, top-tier fishing, and truly kind people. You will be pampered and spoiled. (Did I mention that, upon check in, one of the office ladies will walk you to your room, invite you in, and make sure everything about the room is explained? PLUS, there's a sweet complimentary treat waiting for you on the bed.)

Chris was a fantastic guide. Very patient, chill, and knowledgable. None of us were salmon fishing…read moreexperts, but he took us to a great spot and we hit our limit within a few hours. His boat was immaculate and all his equipment was in great shape too. While we were busy reeling them in, Chris cleaned and gutted all our fish so they were ready to take home at the end of the day. Whether it's harvesting sock eye and king salmon, or fighting a giant sturgeon for hours on end, Chris is ready to handle it. Definitely recommend checking out the Fraser river with these guys when it's salmon season, it was an awesome fishing experience!

Whole experience was great! Alisa was the first person to contact me back from any of the outfits I…read morehad contacted and she was helpful and knowledgable as she helped me book. Their pre trip info was excellent and the clear checklist was perfect to ensure a good day on the river. On the day of our trip, Michael was fantastic. Although we did well on the river, he made it a fun and engaging experience. His knowledge of the river and where to go next was phenomenal. We all plan to go again and will use this same outfit.

Many thanks to the GRFA Team for another outstanding fishing trip. A special shout out to our…read moreawesome guide - Dawson! A week later, my arms are still sore from the number and size of fish we caught! It was a privilege to experience such a beautiful and unique part of the world once again. Grateful for the memories -- and already looking forward to next year. -- The Flying Scotsmen

Our group of friends set out to go on a charter to celebrate a few birthdays. After researching…read moreand calling dozens of charters, I came across Chris of the Jolly Mon. His service checked all the boxes: private boat for a smaller group, the flexibility of what the fishing plan for the day, the right price, great reviews. It was a colder morning so we were stoked when we got there and found out his boat had a full enclosure for the steam out to the fishing grounds. It made for an extremely comfortable ride both in and out in any condition. Chris was knowledgeable, fun, and knew when to step in and help us out and engage and when to sit back and let our group do our thing. Most importantly though? He put us on the fish. Although none of us had fished these waters before, he coached us on proper technique and what to do before we got there. Once we arrived at the fishing spots? The rods were constantly bent, reeling in Sculpin, Rockfish & Ling Cod. We had an absolute blast out on the water with Chris. We are already planning on future trips with Jolly Mon Charters. If you're losing your mind trying to find the right charter, just stop and call Chris. You'll be glad you did.

Chris took our family of four out for a day of salmon fishing. The whole process was great…read more Reserving was easy and Chris was responsive and efficient. The boat was in good condition and Chris was very friendly and professional. He answered all our questions and made us very comfortable. He took us to a few spots and we caught a beautiful 15lb king salmon.

I just wanted to say thank you Glenn and Sandi for providing a great experience for the kids this…read moreweek at camp! Being at camp this week, and observing you both I grew an appreciation for all that you do. You both provided a fun and positive experience! Glenn you provided a good foundation of life skills for the children that many would not otherwise learn. There was a good balance between educating, and hands-on learning for the children. Sandi was very supportive, and encouraging to the children. Most importantly, the children were excited to come back every day to learn more & make memories! I have seen my Son's confidence grow with casting, catching, and cleaning a fish! I would highly recommend Silverbrook Farm Summer Camp to my friends & family!

We had a lot of fun today at the pond. My daughter caught 3 fishes in 1.5 h!! Each fish is like…read more13-14 inch, so big! It's really a good first fishing experience for kiddo (and parents too). They provide fishing rod and bait, just show up and have some fun! They sell ice and fish bag if you are not prepared to take fish home (like us...) The owner is also so friendly, answered all our questions and also helped us to unhook the fish (when we couldn't figure out how to take it off at all...) We tried fishing at lake before, so hard to do it without help. This is much better to try out what it's like to fish!

Located in the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve, Rice Lake is an easy, 2km loop that takes under…read morean hour to complete. Anyone can do the Rice Lake loop -- it's actually wheelchair accessible! There are benches scattered around the lake, as well as an outhouse. You can access it from Dempsey and Lynn Valley Road (by The End of the Line General Store), near the entrance of Lynn Headwaters Regional Park, or from the park itself. Because it's a short, easy walk, I sometimes add it on after I hike Lynn Loop to make it a longer hike. [Yelp collections: Hiking]

Really nice lake in the Lynn Valley area…read more Parking is available in the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve lot. Not sure if there is any closer parking. The lake itself is surrounded by trails. Nice and easy to walk around. There is also a dock that cuts across a section of the lake. Great for fishing. Apparently there are trout in here. Great place for photos too. I didn't see any rice here. Maybe it's named after some guy or a nearby sushi restaurant.

A beautiful and educational place to learn and observe the cycles of area salmon…read more Weaver Creek Spawning Channel provided additional spawning habitat for sockeye salmon, and smaller numbers of chum and pink salmon deposit their eggs naturally. The spawning channel provides a stable flow of clean water for the salmon eggs and alevins in the gravel.

It's what you would expect for a lakeside concession stand and water sport equipment rental spot…read more Average tasting standard concession stand fare and well used equipment spot run by teenagers. No motorized equipment, just canoes, paddle boards, kayaks and 2-to-4 person peddle boat rentals.

Rented a canoe guy was helpful and lake was perfect for canoeing…read more Stay to the opposite side of the cabins for a great calm water canoe experience. Further down you can disembark on a little beach