Year-round salmon and crab fishing within a one-hour drive from downtown Victoria!! Experience a Salmon fishing charter like no other!  Fish and sightsee in comfort aboard my beautifully maintained, spacious classic 40’ retired commercial fishing vessel, ‘Raven’. Ideal for family or group outings (up to 6 persons) or the most diehard and serious anglers.

Make an adventure out of your next trip to Sooke or Victoria. No need to feel rushed or to get up early, Raven does one leisurely trip per day, usually with a late morning departure, and if you are lucky, it could be you!

Skipper Al Crow will be your guide, allowing you to benefit from his more than 45 years of commercial and recreational fishing experience. Al is highly regarded among his peers as one of the most friendly, knowledgeable, and successful sports fishermen on the South Island.

As well as being an experienced mariner and fisherman, Al is also an extraordinary marine naturalist and can answer all your questions about the area’s marine life and natural history as you ply the biologically diverse and near pristine shorelands of Vancouver Island’s southernmost tip where a typical trip often includes Whale and/or Sea Lion sightings.

From November to April, the Winter Chinook fishing is steady, and the crabbing is excellent. May to September is prime time for large Summer Chinook, Coho, and Pink Salmon, while September and October offer fantastic Fall Coho fishing. Every trip offers spectacular scenery and something for everyone.

All fish processing is included, and if you like, Al will set out the crab traps so you can enjoy some fresh Dungeness Crab. 

Those planning to fish in your group will need to purchase a local fishing license (one-day licenses are available).  For those planning on spectating, a licence is not required. This information is available online: Google "BC Tidal Water Sports Fishing Licence" and follow the prompts.

Make your next fishing trip a memorable one. :)