LOL. Is there anywhere in the fishery notices that say you can't use spoons or lures for pikeminnows? That itch of casting or testing a lure at tidal Fraser is strong this time of the year. LOL.
The fishing notice state that fishing for salmon is closed, You may fish for pikeminnows anyway you like. I think trout fishing is also open below the mission bridge.
Rods website even states that crocs are a good way to catch pike minnows this time of year
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https://www.fishingwithrod.com/articles/estuary_fishing/tidal_fraser_river_light_spincasting.html"
"The presence of northern pikeminnow is quite the opposite to trout and char. Large northern pikeminnow become active in August when freshet recedes and remain abundant until early October."
"Terminal tackle required in this technique is minimal. A box filled with spoons and spinners is your ticket to a fun fishing outing. Lures that are commonly productive include Gibbs' Croc and Koho. Small spinners can easily be made with blades, bodies and beads, which are readily available at tacklestores. Catching fish on homemade lures brings more joy than using store-bought lures. Lure sizes and colours vary based on water conditions. All colours would produce fish, but water clarity may alter catch results. It is best to experiment and document the results in a fishing journal for future references. 1/8oz and 1/4oz are the best lure weights, but larger spoons tend to produce more bull trout while the chance of catching a cutthroat trout is bigger with smaller spinners."