Arrowsmith Adventures
Arrowsmith Adventures
Arrowsmith Adventures is a West Coast fishing outfit out of Port Alberni, British Columbia – one of the Salmon fishing capitals in the world! This outstanding place has some of the biggest returns of Salmon around.
The boat you'll be fishing from can seat up to 5 guests. The vessel is a 26' Kingfisher, that's powered by a 250 HP Suzuki engine and a 20 HP wireless trolling motor. There's enough room for everybody to fish at the same time but only 2–4 fishing rods can be out when trolling. The boat has all necessary safety equipment and Lowrance navigational gear.
You'll target Halibut, Lingcod, Rockfish, and many species of Salmon, such as Chinook (Springs), Coho, and Sockeye. Depending on what you're trying to catch, you'll use trolling, jigging, bottom or drift fishing. The captain uses live bait, mainly herring.
In case you're looking for a full retreat experience, Captain Jesse also offers multi-day trips with accommodation. He can do a pickup from the airports or ferries to the lodge for an additional cost. There are 3 airports in the area – pickup from the 2 closest ones costs $75 per person (in both directions) and $100 from the furthest one. The captain can customize any type of package you need. Just let him know in advance and he'll be excited to help you plan the perfect adventure.
Don't forget to purchase your fishing license before the trip. The captain will provide all fishing equipment.
This beautiful area has so much to offer. After fishing, the captain can take you to a few different spots where you can go for a dip, such as the gorgeous Sprout lake or refreshing Somass River. It's a great way to relax and cool off after a day packed with fishing action. Contact Arrowsmith Adventures and make your fishing dream a reality!
Arrowsmith Adventures is a West Coast fishing outfit out of Port Alberni, British Columbia – one of the Salmon fishing capitals in the world! This outstanding place has some of the biggest returns of Salmon around.
The boat you'll be fishing from can seat up to 5 guests. The vessel is a 26' Kingfisher, that's powered by a 250 HP Suzuki engine and a 20 HP wireless trolling motor. There's enough room for everybody to fish at the same time but only 2–4 fishing rods can be out when trolling. The boat has all necessary safety equipment and Lowrance navigational gear.
You'll target Halibut, Lingcod, Rockfish, and many species of Salmon, such as Chinook (Springs), Coho, and Sockeye. Depending on what you're trying to catch, you'll use trolling, jigging, bottom or drift fishing. The captain uses live bait, mainly herring.
In case you're looking for a full retreat experience, Captain Jesse also offers multi-day trips with accommodation. He can do a pickup from the airports or ferries to the lodge for an additional cost. There are 3 airports in the area – pickup from the 2 closest ones costs $75 per person (in both directions) and $100 from the furthest one. The captain can customize any type of package you need. Just let him know in advance and he'll be excited to help you plan the perfect adventure.
Don't forget to purchase your fishing license before the trip. The captain will provide all fishing equipment.
This beautiful area has so much to offer. After fishing, the captain can take you to a few different spots where you can go for a dip, such as the gorgeous Sprout lake or refreshing Somass River. It's a great way to relax and cool off after a day packed with fishing action. Contact Arrowsmith Adventures and make your fishing dream a reality!
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Reviews (22)
Piotr Pawelec•
British Columbia, CanadaMember since 20255.0VerifiedGreat expiriance!
Sockeye Salmon Trip on June 29, 2026 • 4 adultsWe started early and had a great time on the water. First time fishing sockeye. Everyone caught fish. Lots of fun. Strongly recommended.!
Glen Daradics•Grand Forks, BC, CanadaMember since 20265.0VerifiedIt was the best great captain nice boat &equipment calm waters and great fishing
Sockeye Salmon Trip on June 20, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 childrenlimited out two days fast &furries sockeye action good time was had by all
Andrew WhiteRepeat angler•British Columbia, Canada•Member since 20242 trips5.0VerifiedAmazing Captain and Guide Experience!
Sockeye Salmon Trip on July 2, 2024 • 4 adultsBooked a trip to take my parents and girlfriend for the Barkley sound salmon experience. Jesse got us into chinooks right away and never stopped trying! I’ve been on a few salmon charters and some lodge experiences before and this was world class! When the bite was off he switched gear and locations immediately. Jesse’s passion is fishing and the outdoors so it was a fun experience for everyone! Half way through the trip my mom got quite sick and Jesse even stopped in Bamfield so she could touch land, regroup and get back on the water. After catching lots of chinook and coho we pulled up a crab trap that had 25 or more crabs in it on the way back in. Great boat, great captain, great time! 10/10 recommend!
Doris Nelson•British Columbia, CanadaMember since 20255.0VerifiedJune fishing trip
Sockeye Salmon Trip on June 21, 2025 • 4 adults
Irena Stropnik•Alberta, CanadaMember since 20225.0VerifiedFull Day Trip with Captain Jesse - Arrowsmith Adventures
Sockeye Salmon Trip on June 21, 2022 • 4 adultsA fantastic day for our group. Jesse was so knowledgeable and did a great job of making it a fun and exciting day for us. Caught lots of fish and enjoyed some crab and prawns as well. We’d highly recommend that you head out on the water with Jesse if you’re out his way. Thank you, Jesse!
Kayla Overy•Alberta, CanadaMember since 20235.0VerifiedFishing with Jesse
Offshore Halibut Trip on August 3, 2023 • 5 adults
David Koch•British Columbia, CanadaMember since 20225.0VerifiedFantastic Offshore Halibut, Chinook and Lingcod Trip
Offshore Halibut Trip on August 7, 2022 • 5 adults • 2 childrenWe could not have hoped for more. Plenty of fish and a great time. Jesse was patient and knowledgeable. Can’t wait to be able go back.
Max Insa•British Columbia, CanadaMember since 20225.0VerifiedGreat experience!
Sockeye Salmon Trip on June 29, 2022 • 4 adultsI highly recommend this trip! Captain Jesse is very professional, friendly and knowledgeable. If you are looking to go on a fishing trip this is your guy!
Michael BlakeMember since 20185.0Amazing Time Fishing with Jesse for a couple of Kiwis
Chinook/Salmon Trip on September 9, 2018Jesse got me and my lady out on the water for an incredible day, he ripped us around to a number of great spots, obviously knows the waters around Port Alberni like the back of his hand. Jesse had us on fish from the start and my girl and I both managed to land a number of great fish thanks in no small part to his handiwork with the net. Jesse and V also welcomed us into their home and cooked us dinner and if you find yourself there make sure to ask about the salmon sushimi. I would 100% recommend heading out with Arrowsmith adventures to anyone looking for an awesome experience with real down to earth Canadians. Couldn't rate it high enough!
Krista Duncan•Saskatchewan, CanadaMember since 20255.0VerifiedFishing with Jesse
Multi-day Halibut/Salmon Trips on August 5, 2025 • 4 adults
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We started early and had a great time on the water. First time fishing sockeye. Everyone caught fish. Lots of fun. Strongly recommended.!
limited out two days fast &furries sockeye action good time was had by all
thank you for joining us. awesome 2 mornings fishing
Booked a trip to take my parents and girlfriend for the Barkley sound salmon experience. Jesse got us into chinooks right away and never stopped trying! I've been on a few salmon charters and some lodge experiences before and this was world class! When the bite was off he switched gear and locations immediately. Jesse's passion is fishing and the outdoors so it was a fun experience for everyone! Half way through the trip my mom got quite sick and Jesse even stopped in Bamfield so she could touch land, regroup and get back on the water. After catching lots of chinook and coho we pulled up a crab trap that had 25 or more crabs in it on the way back in. Great boat, great captain, great time! 10/10 recommend!
FAQs about Arrowsmith Adventures
- CA $600 per group, additional CA $50 per person after 4 guests - Sockeye Salmon Trip (5 hours)
- CA $1,500 per group, additional CA $50 per person after 4 guests - Chinook/Salmon Trip (8 hours)
- CA $1,500 per day per group, additional CA $50 per person after 4 guests - Multi-day Halibut/Salmon Trips (2 days)
- CA $1,500 per group, additional CA $50 per person after 4 guests - Offshore Halibut Trip (10 hours)
- GPS New Lowrance HD's 12
- Fishfinder New Lowrance
- Wireless trolling motor Suzuki 20hp
- Radar New Lowrance G3
- Rods, reels & tackle (Penn, Daiwa)
- Live bait
- Inshore fishing (Barkley Sound )
- Offshore fishing (Bamfield)
- Bottom fishing (Halibut, Lingcod, Rick fish )
- Trolling (For all salmon )
- Jigging (For halibut and bottom fish )
- Drift fishing (Halibut, salmon )
- Crab
- Halibut
- Lingcod
- Rockfish
- Salmon (Chinook)
- Salmon (Coho)
- Salmon (Sockeye)
Your captain
Port Alberni, British Columbia, Canada
'Fishing is truly my first passion and love. Growing up in northern Ontario and fishing all the lakes my whole life, to fishing the west coast of Vancouver Island the last decade. And now owner/operator of my own charter outfit. A dream come true!' Capt. Jesse manly trolls for Salmon. For Halibut, he'll anchor up drift or troll, all depending on the trip or weather conditions.
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