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Fishing in British Columbia => General Discussion => Topic started by: Rodney on March 21, 2013, 12:08:17 PM
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2013's Lower Mainland/Fraser Valley catchable rainbow trout stocking starts today, March 21st. The Fraser Valley Trout Hatchery, operated by the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC (http://www.fishingwithrod.com/advertiser/gofishbc/index.html), is responsible for stockings of these fish between March and June, September and November, so fishing is expected to be excellent during these months. These angling opportunities are fantastic for families, youth and entry-level anglers due to high catch success rate.
As usual, we will once again be providing regular stocking reports to keep you updated so you can plan your next weekend fishing trip better. Lower Mainland/Fraser Valley lake stocking reports will be available in this thread as well as on this page (http://www.fishingwithrod.com/fishing_report/stocking_2.html).
WHERE TO FISH?
Here are some of the lakes in Region Two that are stocked with rainbow trout.
- Alice Lake, Squamish (http://www.fishingwithrod.com/articles/region_two/alice_lake.html)
- Brohm Lake, Squamish (http://www.fishingwithrod.com/articles/region_two/brohm_lake.html)
- Browning Lake, Squamish (http://www.fishingwithrod.com/articles/region_two/browning_lake.html)
- Buntzen Lake, Port Moody (http://www.fishingwithrod.com/articles/region_two/buntzen_lake.html)
- Como Lake, Coquitlam (http://www.fishingwithrod.com/articles/region_two/como_lake.html)
- Deer Lake, Burnaby (http://www.fishingwithrod.com/articles/region_two/deer_lake1.html)
- Edith Lake, Squamish (http://www.fishingwithrod.com/articles/region_two/edith_lake.html)
- Green Timbers Lake, Surrey (http://www.fishingwithrod.com/articles/region_two/green_timbers_lake.html)
- Lafarge Lake, Coquitlam (http://www.fishingwithrod.com/articles/region_two/lafarge_lake.html)
- Rice Lake, North Vancouver (http://www.fishingwithrod.com/articles/region_two/rice_lake.html)
- Mill Lake, Abbotsford (http://www.fishingwithrod.com/articles/region_two/mill_lake.html)
- Sasamat Lake, Belcarra (http://www.fishingwithrod.com/articles/region_two/sasamat_lake.html)
ADDITIONAL READINGS
It's Trout Season in Vancouver! (http://www.fishingwithrod.com/articles/2005/0605_03.html)
Rainbow trout fishing in the Lower Mainland can be excellent between March and June.
Bait Fishing for Stocked Rainbow Trout (http://www.fishingwithrod.com/articles/2009/0309_01.html)
The most basic method used when fishing for stocked rainbow trout is bait fishing.
Lure Fishing for Stocked Rainbow Trout (http://www.fishingwithrod.com/articles/2009/0309_02.html)
Lure fishing is another effective fishing method in urban lakes. It is preferred by anglers who want to be active.
Good Fishing at Lower Mainland Lakes (http://www.fishingwithrod.com/blog/?p=19)
A trip to Alice and Edith Lakes shows how good the trout fishing can be around the Lower Mainland.
A Convenient Alternative (http://www.fishingwithrod.com/blog/?p=50)
Put and take lakes are a good alternative when fishing is slow else where.
“Fishing in the City” Launched (http://www.fishingwithrod.com/blog/?p=18)
Fishing in the City is a new urban fishing program launched by the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC.
REGULATIONS
Before heading out, please be aware of the followings:
- You must have a valid BC freshwater angling license (http://www.fishing.gov.bc.ca).
- You are permitted to keep four trout in Region 2 lakes, unless stated otherwise in lake-specific regulations.
- If fishing from shore, only ONE fishing rod/line is permitted for each angler.
- If fishing alone in a boat, an angler is allowed to use TWO fishing rods/lines.
- Only ONE hook is allowed on each fishing line.
- There are exceptions/specific regulations for some lakes (such as catch and release only, requirement of barbless hook, boating restrictions), please see the table in Region Two's regulations (http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/fw/fish/regulations/) where each lake is listed for exceptions.
- If you witness a violation, please phone 1-877-952-7277 (RAPP) and report it.
CONTACT
For stocking plans, please contact the Fraser Valley Trout Hatchery at (604) 504-4716.
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Seems the daily limit for Lafarge, Como, Deer and Rice lake have been changed to 2 this year. :)
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Thanks for bringing that up fossil. :)
Lafarge, Como, Green Timbers and Rice Lake have been stocked this afternoon. Lafarge received 1,250 fish, I'll have the numbers tomorrow.
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Seems the daily limit for Lafarge, Como, Deer and Rice lake have been changed to 2 this year. :)
Thanks for the info. I didn't believe you at first, but I just checked it myself to confirm.
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I like that the daily limit has been reduced. Means it will hopefully get fished out a little slower. I enjoy taking my daughters over there to catch and release a few trout.
BTW. That's a really cool pic Rodney.
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Lowering the limit is excellent news indeed. It means the freezer packers have to make more trips back and forth to get their fill.
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Glad to see the limit lowered to two!!! This fishery is meant for families, young and people looking to enjoy some fishing locally, not a daily meat source. Great decision!
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Glad to see the limit lowered to two!!! This fishery is meant for families, young and people looking to enjoy some fishing locally, not a daily meat source. Great decision!
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Deer lake is one the list?.... haven't caught anythin but bass and carp in 2 years.
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Deer lake is one the list?.... haven't caught anythin but bass and carp in 2 years.
They stock it most years, but not as heavily as the other urban lakes.
Last year they put 1600 in, in early spring, but that was it for the year.
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the size of trout that was dumped into green timbers is perfect for the cormarrands.looks like these birds are having a great spring break bash in there. them fish wont be in there for long.
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can you provide the link to the new regs I would like to print up a few notices always good to have backup when you are spouting regulations to someone
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Thanks I got it ...just had to open my eyes happy fishing all
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Numbers of yesterday's stockings are now available at:
http://www.fishingwithrod.com/fishing_report/stocking_2.html
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They hatchery will attempt to stock Mill Lake, Rolley Lake, Mike Lake tomorrow, and Buntzen Lake, Sasamat Lake on Wednesday. I will have confirmation of these before the start of the long weekend.
Please don't forget to renew your freshwater fishing licence by Sunday.
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Mill Lake, Rolley Lake and Mike Lake were stocked yesterday.
Buntzen Lake and Sasamat Lake were stocked today.
Numbers will be available tomorrow.
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This week's stocking update is now available at:
http://www.fishingwithrod.com/fishing_report/stocking_2.html
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Does anyone know why they stopped stocking Deer (Harrison) with Cutthroat as of 2009?
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To answer the question regarding the stocking of Deer and Hicks lakes. With consultation with Ministry staff it was approved to switch the stocking of Deer and Hicks lake from Taylor 3N Coastal Cutthroat to FV3N Rainbow Trout as Catchables. This switch was initiated to hopefully create a more successful family fishery at all times of the year. This will also help to free up container space and water demands at the Trout Hatchery making our program run more efficiently. Deer Lake will be stocked with 1000 FV3N catchables and Hicks lake with 1500 FV3N catchables each spring.
Hope everyone has a fun Easter Weekend, the weather is going to be awesome!! :) :D If you are going fishing remember your NEW LICENCES as of April 1st. ;)
Cheers!!
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Thanks for the answer. Makes sense.
One more question. Do you guys stock Francis (Harrison) via road or air?
B.
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This week's stockings:
http://www.fishingwithrod.com/fishing_report/stocking_2.html
Next week's scheduled stockings include Mill, Deer, Mike, Rolley, Whonnock, Elbow and Stacey Lakes.
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This week's stockings:
http://www.fishingwithrod.com/fishing_report/stocking_2.html
Next week's scheduled stockings include Mill, Deer, Mike, Rolley, Whonnock, Elbow and Stacey Lakes.
Would that be Deer Lake in Burnaby Rodney?
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Yep, Deer Lake in Burnaby.
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Yep, Deer Lake in Burnaby.
Thanks Rodney, good news, good to see the new reduced Quota of 2 applies here.
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Six more lakes have been stocked this week.
http://www.fishingwithrod.com/fishing_report/stocking_2.html
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Buntzen, Sasamat, Deer (in Harrison), Hicks, Edith and Browning were stocked this week. See the following link for numbers.
http://www.fishingwithrod.com/fishing_report/stocking_2.html
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Rice, Como, Lafarge and Green Timbers Lakes were stocked this week.
http://www.fishingwithrod.com/fishing_report/stocking_2.html
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Rice, Como, Lafarge, Green Timbers, Rolley and Browning were stocked last week.
http://www.fishingwithrod.com/fishing_report/stocking_2.html
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Lafarge, Como, Rice and Green Timbers were stocked again yesterday.
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The Sanctuary Pond at Hastings Park was also stocked on May 23rd. It is the new addition to GoFishBC's Fishing in the City program.
http://www.gofishbc.com/where-to-fish/city-fishing/lower-mainland-lakes.aspx
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The stocking database has been updated yesterday.
http://www.fishingwithrod.com/fishing_report/stocking_2.html
Lots of stockings planned next week before the annual BC Family Fishing Weekend. Lakes planned to be stocked include Alpha, Lost, Nita, Mill, Alice, Brohm, Browning, Lafarge, Green Timbers, Buntzen, Rice and Como.
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Stocking database updated:
http://www.fishingwithrod.com/fishing_report/stocking_2.html
The trucks are out stocking the Lafarge, Como, Green Timbers, Rice and Buntzen right now.
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Fraser Valley Trout Hatchery will begin its fall catchable rainbow trout stockings next week.
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Fraser Valley Trout Hatchery will begin its fall catchable rainbow trout stockings next week.
Thanks for the heads up Rodney, looking forward to the fall season on the lakes!!
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Oh Im excited. Hoping for a fun Season of Coho in the tribs, and after tossing hardware for pinks, Ive picked up an UL (1-4) rod and some floats, bait, all that crap, and am gonna try gut chuckin for these little guys! Ive never really float fished at all, and I am hoping this will be a good warm up and intro for Steelies this year!
Danjohn... Cant call himself a fly guy elitist anymore >:(
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Did I read that right? Mill Lake got 104 7lb+ fish last year?
"November 22nd, 2012 Mill 104 3,300.0 8.0"
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Did I read that right? Mill Lake got 104 7lb+ fish last year?
"November 22nd, 2012 Mill 104 3,300.0 8.0"
Yep.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gs7dYIZ4FmY
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Yep.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gs7dYIZ4FmY
I need to get me some of those fish...on a fly. Or a line tied to the end of my toe.
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He says in the video Lafarge gets 'em! Definitely going to be fishing there as well as Como Lake then.
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Oh Im excited. Hoping for a fun Season of Coho in the tribs, and after tossing hardware for pinks, Ive picked up an UL (1-4) rod and some floats, bait, all that crap, and am gonna try gut chuckin for these little guys! Ive never really float fished at all, and I am hoping this will be a good warm up and intro for Steelies this year!
Danjohn... Cant call himself a fly guy elitist anymore >:(
The local trout can be a lot of fun on a ul setup. Last year I had my best day fishing in my life on a local lake with a small float, and krill
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Did I read that right? Mill Lake got 104 7lb+ fish last year?
"November 22nd, 2012 Mill 104 3,300.0 8.0"
yes they are real beauties too! ;D
these are worn out brood stock - they dump them in local lakes otherwise they'd dump them in the dumper.
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Did I read that right? Mill Lake got 104 7lb+ fish last year?
"November 22nd, 2012 Mill 104 3,300.0 8.0"
Out of Mill I got 4 or 5 of those guys after I got my belly boat. So January/February sometime. Green Timbers was better for broods though, I think I got 40-50 in October/November over 3 or 4 days. They arent pretty, you dont want to eat em, but in a little pond like that its a not bad way to spend 30 cents in gas and enjoy a morning.
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not bad way to spend 30 cents in gas and enjoy a morning
Could not agree more, I have spent many happy hours trout/fly fishing locally, especially not having to burn $80 bucks or more in fuel to do so. I greatly appreciate the efforts of the frazer valley trout hatchery's staff in providing the opportunity to have good fun in close proximity. For many people, travelling to the interior frequently is not doable, time wise or financially, with gas prices hovering around $ 1.40/ltr.
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Looks like we had some stockings! :D
Tuesday:
Buntzen: 2,700 fish
Sasamat: 1,100 fish
Wednesday:
Rolley: 550 fish
Mike: 550 fish
Mill: 500 fish
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Looks like we had some stockings! :D
Tuesday:
Buntzen: 2,700 fish
Sasamat: 1,100 fish
Wednesday:
Rolley: 550 fish
Mike: 550 fish
Mill: 500 fish
Not seeing those on the stocking report. Where'd you confirm those stockings?
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Those are confirmations directly from the hatchery manager and available on Go Fish BC's Facebook page. The information is usually not entered into the database for a few days.
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Those are confirmations directly from the hatchery manager and available on Go Fish BC's Facebook page. The information is usually not entered into the database for a few days.
Thanks!
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Today will be Green Timbers,La Farge, Como, Rice and Hastings. Not sure of the numbers.
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Numbers are now available in the database http://www.fishingwithrod.com/fishing_report/stocking_2.html
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Lafarge, Green Timbers, Como and Rice were stocked yesterday.
Hastings did not get stocked yesterday as planned due to time constraint, but will be done next week.
http://www.fishingwithrod.com/fishing_report/stocking_2.html
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Any reason the hatchery is hole punching one of the gill plates? Was at rice lake this morning, was on fire 18 fish to hand including 3 smalllll coho. All had a hole in the gill ( except the coho obviously ).
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Any reason the hatchery is hole punching one of the gill plates? Was at rice lake this morning, was on fire 18 fish to hand including 3 smalllll coho. All had a hole in the gill ( except the coho obviously ).
Hi Shawn, the hole punched gill plates are part of the mark and recapture study done by GoFishBC to determine angling participation at these urban lakes.
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Another 1,000 fish were released into Lafarge Lake today.
This release was special as GoFishBC celebrated its 10th year anniversary and the release of 95 millionth fish, with some help from Honourable Steve Thomson, Minister of Forest, Lands and Natural Resource Operations.
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Fraser Valley Trout Hatchery will do doing its last catchable rainbow trout stockings of the year on Thursday (November 7th).
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Fraser Valley Trout Hatchery will do doing its last catchable rainbow trout stockings of the year on Thursday (November 7th).
Do they announce when the big broodstock fish get put in to the few lakes they go into?
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95 million fish in 10 years....wow that's impressive! Now if I can somehow find a way to make that much money in 10 years.....
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Brood stockings occur in late November/early December, and I will have those updates available on the website too.
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Sorry everyone but there will no longer be any brood releases into lower mainland lakes from the Fraser Valley Trout Hatchery. We have moved our broodstock program to the Vancouver Island Trout Hatchery.
Like Rodney said our last scheduled stockings will be tomorrow.
Cheers,
Dean
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Well there will be lot's of upset poachers at Green Timbers if there are no more broods going there. ;D
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Well there will be lot's of upset poachers at Green Timbers if there are no more broods going there. ;D
To hell with poachers, I never got my shot at a giant...
So then all broodstock will be released into lakes on the island?
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Sorry everyone but there will no longer be any brood releases into lower mainland lakes from the Fraser Valley Trout Hatchery. We have moved our broodstock program to the Vancouver Island Trout Hatchery.
Like Rodney said our last scheduled stockings will be tomorrow.
Cheers,
Dean
What lakes are being stocked tomorrow and with how many fish?
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Lafarge, Como, Rice and Green Timbers are being stocked, either with 500 or 1,000 fish.
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Lafarge, Como, Rice and Green Timbers are being stocked, either with 500 or 1,000 fish.
Thanks for the info Rodney. Haven't those lakes already got more than their fair share??
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They are in the city though i think its apart of the fishing in the city program or what ever its called. Lets a lot of people get access to fishing not to far from home. not my idea of fishing but to each their own.
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Thanks for the info Rodney. Haven't those lakes already got more than their fair share??
I think a major reason these lakes get so many is because they can support it. Not that they are highly productive or anything, but the fishing pressure is high enough. Most of the coastal lakes are not the greatest for productivity, and you wouldn't want to put too many trout into any one lake.
Its also a strategy to get people into fishing. Not everyone is willing to start fishing when it means driving an hour+, especially if you dont have a car. More people fishing, especially newcomers, means more money for the programs that do these stockings(because license fees pay for this stuff), which in turns means more stockings.
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Numbers of yesterday stockings are now available at:
http://www.fishingwithrod.com/fishing_report/stocking_2.html