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pick up a few fish of smaller size close to either Vancouver or Victoria. 

 In May and June there is another small run of salmon in several 

 of the northern inlets, and also in one or two of those in the south. 



The great run of tyee salmon in southern waters begins at the 

 end of July, and it is at this time that people flock to Campbell River. 

 There are many other places equally good, but camping out or living 

 in a launch is a necessity, as Campbell River is the only place where 

 there is an hotel. 



These fish run anywhere from 30 lb. up. The biggest fish caught 

 by fair rod-and-line fishing was one of 70 lb., and this record has 

 held good for several years, although several as heavy, if not heavier, 

 have been caught by professional fishermen, using hand-lines. Fish 

 up to 105 lb. have been taken in nets, and some day some lucky 

 sportsman will land one of these monsters on a rod. 



With regard to rods and tackle for these big fish, opinions vary 

 greatly; some use a short tarpon-rod with multiplying reel and 18- 

 or 2i-thread tarpon-line; others go to the opposite extreme and use 

 an 18-foot rod. Those who use the short rod kill the most fish, but, 

 as far as sport is concerned, might as well use a hand-line. Those 

 who use the long rod have practically no control over their fish at 

 all, and if they do succeed in landing a big one it is after hours of 

 work. 



The writer of this article prefers a plain inexpensive green-heart 

 of II feet and not too stifif, with a well-made Nottingham reel capable 

 of holding at least 150 yards of strong enamelled line (not silk), a 

 trace made of a piece of the line with two or three swivels, from 

 2^-oz. lead up to 4 oz., according to the depth of the water fished, and 

 a narrow " Wobbler " spoon 6 inches long. Spoons of all the regula- 

 tion patterns can be best obtained in either Vancouver, Victoria, or at 

 Campbell River. If a metal reel is used it should receive special 

 attention, as the salt-water gets into it and causes it to rust. Be sure 

 and take plenty of tackle, as the very best fishermen frequently get 

 them broken. 



The following are some of the best-known places for fishing: — 



Port Simpson, Prince Rupert, Princess Royal Island, Kitimat, 

 Gardner Channel, and Deane Channel. — February and March for 

 spring salmon ; July, August, and September for cohoes. 



Smith's Inlet, Campbell River, and Union Bay. — July and August 

 for spring salmon; July for cohoes. 



Knight's Inlet and Phillips Arm. — Often a fair run of spring 

 salmon in May. 



Victoria and Islands. — February and March for spring fish ; 

 August and September for cohoes. 



