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Re: 2015 Fraser River Chinook and Sockeye Salmon Updates
« Reply #75 on: July 30, 2015, 05:51:27 PM »

This is going to be my first year bar fishing, my four year old and I have been looking forward to it all year.

We are going to try and avoid places like peg leg, scale, and gill road. I have been told that there's a few more places a little further upstream that we may feel a little more comfortable at. Hopefully this will keep us away from the flossers!

Anyway we are very glad its open, cant wait to see my boys face if we are lucky enough to get into fish, hopefully it will be similar to when he came face to face with his first sturgeon. It kind of a mixture of fear, excitement and disbelief.

Have fun everyone, and for the flossers out there its called fishing, not catching!

Have fun out there and be safe on the river.
Some of my best memories are from bar fishing and camping out on the river for a few days and just relaxing,eating,drinking and catching fish. :)
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Re: 2015 Fraser River Chinook and Sockeye Salmon Updates
« Reply #76 on: July 30, 2015, 10:13:36 PM »

Well said TWO R haha
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Re: 2015 Fraser River Chinook and Sockeye Salmon Updates
« Reply #77 on: July 30, 2015, 11:18:59 PM »

May be everybody should just Bar fish at those bottom bouncing bars and crowd out the bottom bouncers.

i like this idea, a much nicer social gathering  ;)
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Re: 2015 Fraser River Chinook and Sockeye Salmon Updates
« Reply #78 on: July 30, 2015, 11:51:58 PM »

Not a bad idea actually. What would they actually be able to do? Other than tangle everyone.
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Re: 2015 Fraser River Chinook and Sockeye Salmon Updates
« Reply #79 on: July 30, 2015, 11:55:18 PM »

Not a bad idea actually. What would they actually be able to do? Other than tangle everyone.
They could learn how to fish ethically.
There is no reason to be snagging/flossing springs and pinks when they are willing biters.
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Re: 2015 Fraser River Chinook and Sockeye Salmon Updates
« Reply #80 on: July 31, 2015, 11:11:09 AM »

Have fun out there and be safe on the river.
Some of my best memories are from bar fishing and camping out on the river for a few days and just relaxing,eating,drinking and catching fish. :)
What wonderful memories we have, glad I have videos of these days, some 30 years old, need to convert from the VHS format before they are unplayable.

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Re: 2015 Fraser River Chinook and Sockeye Salmon Updates
« Reply #81 on: July 31, 2015, 02:59:44 PM »

Friday, July 31, 2015

The Fraser River Panel met Friday, July 31 to receive an update on the migration of the Fraser sockeye runs and review the status of migration conditions in the Fraser River watershed.

Recent test fishing catches in Johnstone and Juan de Fuca Straits indicate a modest migratory abundance of Fraser River sockeye salmon. At the meeting today, the Early Stuart run size estimate of 30,000 fish was unchanged. Abundance assessments of the early-timed component of the Early Summer-run sockeye run appear to be tracking near the median forecast level of abundance. A more accurate assessment of the total Early Summer-run run-size should be available next week after their expected peak migration period through the marine assessment areas has occurred. Summer run sockeye are now the dominant management group in marine area samples. An update on the Summer-run run-size and timing will not be available until later in August.

On July 30, the Fraser River water discharge at Hope was 2,922 cms, which is approximately 34% lower than average for this date. The temperature of the Fraser River at Qualark Creek on July 30 was 19.0C, which is 1.0C higher than average for this date. Fraser River temperatures are forecast to increase to 21.5C by August 5. Fraser River discharge levels and water temperatures will be monitored closely to determine if specific management actions are required during the in-river migratory period to help achieve sockeye escapement goals.

The Panel announced the following regulations for Commercial salmon fisheries in Panel Area waters:

CANADIAN FRASER RIVER PANEL AREA WATERS:

Remain closed to Commercial salmon fisheries.

UNITED STATES FRASER RIVER PANEL AREA WATERS:

TREATY INDIAN FISHERY:

Areas 4B, 5 and 6C: As previously announced, extended to drift gillnets from 12:00 p.m. (noon), Wednesday, July 29, 2015 through 12:00 p.m. (noon) Saturday, August 1, 2015.

Areas 4B, 5 and 6C: Extended for drift gillnets from 12:00 p.m. (noon) Saturday, August 1, 2015 through 12:00 p.m. (noon), Wednesday, August 5, 2015.

Areas 6, 7 and 7A: Open for net fishing 5:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. Saturday August 1, 2015

Areas 6, 7 and 7A: Open for net fishing 5:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. Monday August 3, 2015

ALL CITIZEN FISHERY:

Areas 7 and 7A: Open to reef nets from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Saturday, August 1, 2015 Areas 7 and 7A: Open to purse seines from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday, August 2, 2015 Areas 7 and 7A: Open to gillnets from 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Sunday, August 2, 2015

(Note: U. S. All Citizen fishers should check the U.S. hotline and WDFW regulations before fishing as there are additional State of Washington regulations, including time restrictions that may be in effect).

The next in-season meeting of the Panel is scheduled to occur on Tuesday, August 4, 2015.

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Re: 2015 Fraser River Chinook and Sockeye Salmon Updates
« Reply #82 on: July 31, 2015, 04:07:40 PM »

Subject: FN0790-Salmon - Fraser River Sockeye and Pink Update - Areas 11 to 29 - July 31, 2015

The Fraser River Panel met Friday, July 31st, to receive an update on the
migration of the Fraser sockeye and pink runs to date and review the status of
migration conditions within the Fraser River watershed.   

The migration of sockeye into the Fraser River has continued to increase in
recent days with the majority being Early Summer and Summer run stocks.
Migration of Early Stuart sockeye through marine and the lower Fraser is
nearing completion. Test fishery catches of sockeye in both marine assessment
areas as well as the lower Fraser River has increased in recent days.
Observations at Hells Gate indicate that there continues to be a steady
movement of sockeye at this time.

Recent DNA samples taken in the marine seine test fisheries show sockeye stock
compositions with an abundance of Early Summers of 20%, combined with a Summer
run composition of 80%. During the Panel call today, the run size for Early
Stuart remained at 30,000 (50% probability forecast) with a peak run timing of
July 7th in Area 20. It is anticipated that the run size and timing for Early
Stuarts will be adjusted upward in the near future to account for the tail end
of the migration. The number of Early Stuart sockeye estimated to have passed
Mission as of July 30th is 31,700 fish.

In-season assessment of all run timing groups generally occurs shortly after
identification of their peak migration through marine areas. The declining
proportion of Early Summer stocks in marine and in-river test fishery samples
and in particular the low level of Early South Thompson stocks suggests either
a later run timing scenario, a return that is lower than forecast, or both. At
this time it is not possible to distinguish between later timing or lower
returns. Run-size estimates of the different components of the Early Summer
returns should be available in early to mid-August after their expected peak
migration through marine areas. The number of Early Summer-run sockeye
estimated to have passed Mission through July 30th is 118,800 fish of which
less than 10,000 are estimated to be Early Thompson populations.

On July 30th, the Fraser River water discharge at Hope was 2,922 cms, which is
approximately 34% below average for this date. The temperature of the Fraser
River at Qualark Creek on July 30th was 19°C, which is 1.0°C above average for
this date. The river discharge level is forecast to drop to 2,582 cms by August
5th while water temperatures are forecast to increase to 21.5°C for the same
date. It should be noted that there is considerable uncertainty in the
temperature forecasts as weather predictions are highly uncertain. After
reviewing environmental and stock assessment information, there were no further
changes to the management adjustment factors for any of the run timing groups
today. Management adjustments are additional fish that are removed from
identified harvest levels and allowed to escape upstream in an attempt to
assist in achievement of identified escapement objectives for the different run
timing groups.

At this time it is too early to assess the return of Fraser pink salmon. Recent
test fishery catches in the marine approach areas have shown large abundances
of pink salmon. The first stock ID samples from the Area 20 test fisheries
indicate a Fraser composition of 23 percent. Run size and timing updates for
Fraser pinks will likely begin in mid to late August.

The extended Early Stuart and Early Summer Run sockeye window closure has ended
in marine areas and portions of the lower Fraser River below the Port Mann
Bridge.  This closure continues in the remainder of the Fraser River with dates
for sockeye directed fisheries in areas above the Port Mann Bridge being
announced in future fishery notices.

First Nations food, social and ceremonial sockeye fisheries that are currently
being planned will be monitored closely to ensure that impacts on Early Summer
sockeye are kept at a minimum as available total allowable catch is limited.

Fishers are requested to check for the opening times and any restrictions in
their local area. There are no planned commercial or recreational fisheries on
sockeye at this time.

The first upstream escapement report was released by DFO earlier this week.
Observations of Early Stuart sockeye in the spawning areas indicate that
sockeye are present in a number of spawning areas and in good condition. Water
levels and temperatures are normal for this time of year. In addition, the
counting fence at Sweltzer Creek (Cultus) has been in place since July 20th
with no fish observed to date.

The next in-season meeting of the Fraser River Panel is scheduled to occur on
Tuesday, August 4th, 2015.


FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Jennifer Nener 604-666-6478


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Re: 2015 Fraser River Chinook and Sockeye Salmon Updates
« Reply #83 on: August 04, 2015, 03:53:58 PM »

Tuesday, August 4, 2015

The Fraser River Panel met Tuesday, August 4 to receive an update on the migration of the Fraser sockeye runs and review the status of migration conditions in the Fraser River watershed.

At the meeting today, the Fraser River Panel approved a run size estimate of 32,000 Early Stuart sockeye with a 50% marine timing through Area 20 of July 6. An abundance estimate of Early Summer-run sockeye should be available later this week or next week after their peak migration through marine assessment areas has occurred. Summer run sockeye are the dominant management group in marine area samples. An update of Summer-run sockeye should be available later in August.

On August 3, the Fraser River water discharge at Hope was 2,669 cms, which is approximately 36% lower than average for this date. The temperature of the Fraser River at Qualark Creek on August 3 was 19.8C, which is 1.8C higher than average for this date. Fraser River discharge levels and water temperatures will be monitored closely to determine if specific management actions are required during the in-river migratory period to help achieve sockeye escapement goals.

The Panel announced the following regulations for Commercial salmon fisheries in Panel Area waters:

CANADIAN FRASER RIVER PANEL AREA WATERS:

Remain closed to Commercial salmon fisheries.

UNITED STATES FRASER RIVER PANEL AREA WATERS:

TREATY INDIAN FISHERY:

Areas 4B, 5 and 6C: As previously announced, extended for drift gillnets from 12:00 p.m. (noon) Saturday, August 1, 2015 through 12:00 p.m. (noon), Wednesday, August 5, 2015.

Areas 4B, 5 and 6C: Extended for drift gillnets from 12:00 p.m. (noon) Wednesday, August 5, 2015 through 12:00 p.m. (noon), Saturday, August 8, 2015.

Areas 6, 7 and 7A: Open for net fishing from 5:00 a.m. Thursday, August 6, 2015 through 9:00 a.m. Friday August 7, 2015

ALL CITIZEN FISHERY:

Areas 7 and 7A: Open to reef nets from 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Thursday, August 6, 2015, and Friday, August 7, 2015

Areas 7 and 7A: Open to purse seines from 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 5, 2015, and Friday, August 7, 2015

Areas 7 and 7A: Open to drift gillnets from 8:00 a.m.to 11:59 p.m. Wednesday, August 5, 2015, and Friday, August 7, 2015

(Note: U. S. All Citizen fishers should check the U.S. hotline and WDFW regulations before fishing as there are additional State of Washington regulations, including time restrictions that may be in effect).

The next in-season meeting of the Panel is scheduled to occur on Friday, August 7, 2015.

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Re: 2015 Fraser River Chinook and Sockeye Salmon Updates
« Reply #84 on: August 05, 2015, 08:57:01 AM »

So the U.S gets an all citizen fishery?What kind of citizens are we?
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Re: 2015 Fraser River Chinook and Sockeye Salmon Updates
« Reply #85 on: August 05, 2015, 09:22:53 AM »

My understanding of "all citizens" means any non-native commercial operator fishing in native treaty waters.
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Re: 2015 Fraser River Chinook and Sockeye Salmon Updates
« Reply #86 on: August 05, 2015, 11:08:45 AM »

This would be in the Sound.  It means non-native.  And generally is by Point Roberts.  Spent many years fishing sockeye out there on a gillnetter.  For the most part, the native commercial fishermen get their allotment first or at least it is made sure they get their allotment.  It is not a good place to be to be a non-native commercial fisherman.
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Re: 2015 Fraser River Chinook and Sockeye Salmon Updates
« Reply #87 on: August 08, 2015, 11:13:47 AM »

Friday, August 7, 2015

The Fraser River Panel met Friday, August 7 to receive an update on the migration of the Fraser sockeye runs and review the status of migration conditions in the Fraser River watershed.

The run-size estimate of 32,000 Early Stuart sockeye was unchanged at the meeting today. At the meeting today the Fraser River Panel approved a run-size estimate of 424,000 Early Summer sockeye with a 50% marine timing through Area 20 of August 1. Assessments of Summer-run sockeye abundance are ongoing and a run-size estimate will be available after their peak migration through marine areas has occurred.

On August 6, the Fraser River water discharge at Hope was 2,530 cms, which is approximately 36% lower than average for this date. The temperature of the Fraser River at Qualark Creek on August 6 was 18.7 C, which is 0.7 C higher than average for this date. Fraser River discharge levels and water temperatures will be monitored closely to determine if specific management actions are required during the in-river migratory period to help achieve sockeye escapement goals.

The Panel announced the following regulations for Commercial salmon fisheries in Panel Area waters:

CANADIAN FRASER RIVER PANEL AREA WATERS:

Remain closed to Commercial salmon fisheries.

UNITED STATES FRASER RIVER PANEL AREA WATERS:

TREATY INDIAN FISHERY:

Areas 4B, 5 and 6C: As previously announced, extended for drift gillnets from 12:00 p.m. (noon) Wednesday, August 5, 2015 through 12:00 p.m. (noon), Saturday, August 8, 2015.

Areas 4B, 5 and 6C: Extended for drift gillnets from 12:00 p.m. (noon) Saturday, August 8, 2015 through 12:00 p.m. (noon), Wednesday, August 12, 2015.

Areas 6, 7 and 7A: Open for net fishing from 5:00 a.m. Sunday, August 9, 2015 through 9:00 a.m. Tuesday August 11, 2015.

ALL CITIZEN FISHERY:

Areas 7 and 7A: Open to reef nets from 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Saturday, August 8, 2015.

Areas 7 and 7A: Open to purse seines from 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Saturday, August 8, 2015.

Areas 7 and 7A: Open to drift gillnets from 8:00 a.m.to 11:59 p.m. Saturday, August 8, 2015.

(Note: U. S. All Citizen fishers should check the U.S. hotline and WDFW regulations before fishing as there are additional State of Washington regulations, including time restrictions that may be in effect).

The next in-season meeting of the Panel is scheduled to occur on Tuesday, August 11, 2015.

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Re: 2015 Fraser River Chinook and Sockeye Salmon Updates
« Reply #88 on: August 08, 2015, 01:31:42 PM »

 Thanks for clarifying that for me I have seen this before and wondered about it.Just hope enough of those socks make it up here to the Adams to provide me with some entertaining trout fishing.
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Re: 2015 Fraser River Chinook and Sockeye Salmon Updates
« Reply #89 on: August 11, 2015, 01:39:01 PM »

Tuesday, August 11, 2015

The Fraser River Panel met Tuesday, August 11 to receive an update on the migration of the Fraser sockeye runs and review the status of migration conditions in the Fraser River watershed.

At the meeting today, the Panel decreased the Early Summer run size estimate from 424,000 fish to 350,000 fish with a 50% marine timing through Area 20 of July 29. At the meeting today, the Panel approved the p10 Summer run-size forecast estimate of 1,710,000 sockeye. Test fishing catches of Fraser pinks in Juan de Fuca and Johnstone Straits have increased over the past few days.

On August 10, the Fraser River water discharge at Hope was 2,558 cms, which is approximately 31% lower than average for this date. The temperature of the Fraser River at Qualark Creek on August 10 was 19.2 C, which is 1.0 C higher than average for this date. Fraser River temperatures are forecast to reach 20.4 C by August 16. Fraser River discharge levels and water temperatures will be monitored closely to determine if specific management actions are required during the in-river migratory period to help achieve sockeye escapement goals.
The Panel announced the following regulations for Commercial salmon fisheries in Panel Area waters:

CANADIAN FRASER RIVER PANEL AREA WATERS:

Remain closed to Commercial salmon fisheries.

UNITED STATES FRASER RIVER PANEL AREA WATERS:

TREATY INDIAN FISHERY:

Areas 4B, 5 and 6C: As previously announced, extended for drift gillnets from 12:00 p.m. (noon) Saturday, August 8, 2015 through 12:00 p.m. (noon), Wednesday, August 12, 2015.

Areas 6, 7 and 7A: Remain closed to Commercial salmon fisheries.

ALL CITIZEN FISHERY:

Remain closed to Commercial salmon fisheries.

The next in-season meeting of the Panel is scheduled to occur on Friday, August 14, 2015.