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 | July 2008 - "Going Fishing" takes on real meaning when you're on Canim Lake. Large and challenging,
Canim is an angler's dream. At 23 miles (37 km) long, over 650 ft. deep, and very UNcrowded, this is no small trout pond.
However, trout we do have...Rainbow & Lake Trout. And, Kokanee too! Plus we do have Freshwater Ling Cod (Burbot). As you can see, there is no shortage of excellent game fishing here on Canim Lake.
In addition to Canim Lake, there are many smaller lakes in this area that are teeming with Rainbow Trout. Minac Holiday Village
is ideally positioned to act as your angling base no matter where you choose to fish.
Here are a couple of interesting shots. At the top, Tabitha & Mike (Mikey) Gonderman from Buckley, WA, USA display a couple of the many fish they caught while staying at Minac this summer. The shot below that one shows the whole family (including Mom & Dad a.k.a. Mike & Kirsten) in 2006 when they had also had a productive fishing trip up here.
We promised not to tell too many people that the kids outfished the parents this year, so please don't spread it around. What's that old expression?...
"Those that can, do. Those that can't, teach!"
You can click on each photo for a larger version.
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The Gondermans from Washington
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Best Times To Fish?
According to many experts, fish feed most heavily during the times when the moon is between
its new and full phases. For the year 2008, these dates would be:
Jan 8 - 22
Feb 6 - 20
Mar 7 - 21
Apr 5 - 20
May 5 - 19
June 3 - 18
July 2 - 18
Aug 1 - 16
Aug 30 - Sep 15
Sep 29 - Oct 14
Oct 28 - Nov 13
Nov 27 - Dec 12
Dec 27 - 31
Of course, there are no promises or guarantees on fish catches, but it's another piece of
information that should be of interest to anglers. |
For facts on our game fish here at Canim Lake,
please click on any of the fish below:
| TACKLE BOX CHECKLIST
Fishing lineBobbersSwivels, to keep fish line from twistingLeadersSinkersDifferent sizes of hooksPliers, to help remove hooksStringer, to hold all the fish you're going to catchSharp knifeRuler/scaleFlashlightAny special bait(s)First-aid kitInsect repellentSunscreen |
 |  | | Cruising on Canim Lake is a great highlight for your holiday.
How about a very comfortable 18' pontoon cruiser? This is really a great way to enjoy the lake. This
boat features very comfortable seating for up to 5 people...cushioned couches and a nice padded captain's chair
for the pilot. Of course, a stereo system (AM/FM & CD) is included, along with a dining table for drinks and snacks.
And, if you're in the mood for a unique shore
picnic, just pull up to a nice quiet
spot on shore, and enjoy a lunch
in the wilderness. (Sorry - We don't allow cooking on board).
Or maybe you'd prefer a smaller, but very nice fishing boat. The Princecraft is
14.5 ft. long with a wide 6 ft. beam (great stability). This one features
a nice, clean & quiet 4-stroke motor (15 hp), all safety equipment, fish finder, rod holders,
and a comfortable steering console. Ideal for an all-day fishing trip on Canim Lake, but it's also
great for a cruise...holds up to 4 people comfortably.
All safety equipment (including PFD's) is included in our rental prices. All you have to do
is bring yourself, step on board, and have a great time on the lake! | |
Return to page topFrom the 2006 Fishing Archives... Here are 2 budding "fisherpeople" from Washington State with the morning catch. Mikey (7 yrs. old) & Tabitha (10 yrs. old) Gonderman posed for the camera after their parents (Mike & Kirsten) went out for some early morning fishin' fun on the lake.
According to Mike, their 'secret weapon' has been an incredible selection of lures from Chunk "A" Munk Lures in Puyallup, Washington.
These lures seem to attract anything and everything, as this string had 1 lake trout, 4 rainbow trout, and 1 kokanee! Not bad for an hour or so in the morning. |
From the 2005 Archives...
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Tetsuya Matsuda
from Vancouver, BC
with 15 lb. Lake Trout
May 29/05
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Catherine McLean
from Calgary, Alberta
with 8 lb. Lake Trout
July 25/05 |
From the 2004 Archives... | Carswell Fishing Team
Week of August 16, 2004 - Canim Lake
Kim Carswell and his son Graeme from Delta, BC are shown here on our dock with
their catch of the day...a nice lake trout! It was a 9 lb. caught in 40 ft. of water about 2 miles from Minac. And, they
were in their very special rowboat when they caught this one!
Graeme Carswell, Chief Oarsman
They were
fishing in very hot weather, which usually slows down the activity quite a bit. However, being accomplished
anglers, they devised a successful strategy to land this beauty. (Luck had nothing to do with it!)
Congratulations, Kim & Graeme!
Note: Kim's brother Mark is rumoured to have a secret recipe for preparing Lake Trout that rivals the flavor
of lobster. We've not been able to determine the exact preparation method for it, but if we do, it
will appear here...wish us luck and keep checking this page for it! |
L. to R.: Graeme Carswell,
9 lb. Laker, Kim Carswell
Thanks to Kathleen Carswell for the photo |
July 8 & 9, 2004 - Canim Lake:
Anita shows off her Lake Trout(s)!Anita Slovak
from Quesnel, BC caught this nice laker on the afternoon of July 8 right here at Minac (top photo).
The fish weighed in at 9 lbs.
The second shot shows the 5 lb. Laker that she caught doing
some "last minute" trolling just before leaving for home on Friday.
Fishing had been somewhat slow during the week (due in part to some unsettled weather), but persistence
finally paid off! Anita and her partner Cody had been doing a fair amount of catch & release
of both Rainbow and Lakers the previous few days.
Congratulations, Anita!
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May 17, 2004Geoff Rochlow (on the left) and Alan Sherwood (on the right) landed these two
impressive lake trout today! Geoff's weighed in at 18 lbs., while Al's came in at a healthy 12 lbs. These 2 fine lakers were
caught in fairly deep water along the north shore of Canim Lake.
Geoff commented that this is the
largest catch of his fishing career (so far).
Congratulations to both Geoff and Al...it was a great way to start off the season!
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PS - Here's Al Sherwood (again!) with a 13 lb.
lake trout caught the following day.
His season was definitely off to a good start!
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From the
2003 Season...John Schwartz of Monroe, Washington is showing off his lake trout
catch at the left.
John and his Dad (Mark) are quite familiar with the fishing in this area and really enjoy
this part
of beautiful BC.
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