What's up...

Well there won't be a launch available anytime soon in town.I have made several phone calls and basically from what i have been told the reasons are liability,fisheries, and the city so basically many different reason's.So for the Question of the year"Sam what's happening with the launch"?...Answer "not much" i just hope when it does open it is for all of Powell River not just certain businesses....Stay tuned...
New Harbour
Well the drediging in the south Harbour is pretty much done and the new floats have arrived.The pile driving should start up soon and the harbour will start taking shape in the coming weeks...The Pier is starting to come along with a structure at the West end,this will be a great place for relaxing,reading a book or watching anglers..June 1 was the tenative compleation date for the Harbour,we will just have to wait and see...
Salmon Fishing
There is the odd angler out and about,Mike has the hot hand latley several Chinook the biggest this week 17lb @ Sanbanks of Harwood 180' on a Army truck hoochie...Mike has hooked several fish each time out in the last couple weeks..He has been launching his 14' boat at gibsons..
Prawns
The closures in areas 15-1 and 15-3 will be over starting April 1st so now is a good time to prepare...Prawners that have been out in open areas are reporting very good catches,so look for some good fishing ahead...
Trout
This has slowed due to the cold,however in about three weeks if it warms up,the trout will awake from a long winter and will be ready to party...
Boaters Exam
Starting April 1 the boaters exam will be alot tougher with more questions and possibly a 3 hour online course..As it stands now its not so bad so stop by P.R.O. and get it done we have everything you need and you will have your licence the same day...
Firearms Course..
March 5-6 a few spots available..
May 14-15 several spots available....Remember your hunting licence no longer acts as a firearm licence....Any questions or to sign up for this course call 604-485-255 ext#2 or simply stop in at P.R.O....
Scotty Service
If you have a scotty downrigger now is the time to drop it off for service before prime-time...This is also a good time to check your electronics and fishing line.... Sam Out!