TOFINO
Recent stronger Chinook and coho returns have not been awarded the same press as some larger stocks in recent decline, but the positives to ecology, economy, food, social and sport have been highlighted. The Tofino fishery over the past two seasons has been nothing short of world class, with offshore Chinook and halibut action, and inshore coho opportunities consistent and strong.
As the 2010 season escalates into prime time, we are fortunate to have as good or better forecasts than the recent memorable seasons. The forecast for spring run Chinook salmon of nearly 500-thousand fish destined to the Columbia River will throw a positive twist into the traditional run timing for Tofino area fisheries with March looking strong and April, May and June expected to be the peak. June will provide a transition point for these same strong, mixed stocks, and the summer run heading to the same large southern watershed is expected to be nearly 700 thousand, peaking in late July along Tofino’s offshore banks.
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Jay Mohl
Jay’s Clayoquot Ventures
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