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Octoberfish Chum Salmon Derby

October 1 to 13, 2008

Salmon fishing on Vancouver IslandAre you ready for some of the best fall fishing on offer? Then take on the fall salmon runs with the second annual Octoberfish Chum Salmon Derby.

To enter the derby, book a fishing tide between October 1 to 13 at either Painter’s Lodge or April Point Resort & Spa. Every Chum you catch will be entered for a chance to win one of three prizes. Plus, there will be prizes for the top Chum each day.

The angler with the biggest catch will win the all-inclusive fishing trip of a lifetime in the northern Queen Charlotte Islands!

Chum Derby Package Special

from $329 per person.

Based on double occupancy. Some restrictions apply.

Contact us online or call 1-800-663-7090 to book your trip!

Grand prize

A four day/three night all-inclusive fishing getaway for two on the MV Charlotte Princess at Langara Island, including airfare from Vancouver, accommodation, meals, your own boat and gear, catch care and more.

Second prize

Four day/three night getaway to April Point Resort & Spa on Quadra Island with any combination of three activities — choose from guided salmon fishing, wildlife tours, whale watching, spa treatments, kayaking and more.

Third prize

Three day drive-in fishing package for two at Painter’s Lodge.


2007 Results

Congratulations to Bruce Harrison, winner of the grand prize trip to the Bahamas. Check out the results in our online BC fishing reports.

Glen Arthur salmon fishing on Vancouver Island

Contact us today to book your trip!



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