GA WestCoast Charters – Parksville
GA WestCoast Charters – Parksville
Looking for an amazing time and adventure? Along with an action packed charter ?That’s what GA WestCoast Charters is here for! Captain Gerald will be your guide, giving you access to years of local experience.
Depending on the season, you might hook into Halibut, Lingcod, Salmon, Crab, and who knows what else! During the trip you might be trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
If you’re traveling with the family, you will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. And, you can’t go wrong with snacks to keep up those energy levels!
Capt. Gerald runs a 21’ Bayliner walkaround with capacity for 3 passengers. It has downriggers, all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There’s a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures.
Before coming aboard, you will be required to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.
It’s never a bad idea to bring sunscreen (non-spray), bottled water, and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
For more information about fishing with GA WestCoast Charters, feel free to send Capt. Gerald a message down below.
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (19)
+16Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
90%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
100%
Aug 30, 2025
Half Day Trip (PM)
Fun day at Sea
Gerald is very chill, accommodating, and dedicated captain in the field. He is very knowledgeable about sea and the local fish habits in the area and I enjoyed learning about them from him very much. The sea that day seemed very slow or even usual and all other boats around us were not catching anything. But he did not give up on us and tried every different spot and depth/gears to make sure we'd have a good time. And we got busy hooking salmons one after another in the end and we had a lot of fun landing that salmon rush! Thank you Gerald.
Gerald is very chill, accommodating, and dedicated captain in the field. He is very knowledgeable about sea and the local fish...
May 22, 2025
Half Day Trip (PM)
The Canada cup.
We spent 3.5 hours fishing with the very knowledgeable Captain Gérard. As we boarded he made it clear we should be ready to catch fish! This was no boast, we had 20 coho salmon in 3 hrs fishing, almost non stop action with only 2 people fishing. In addition the Captain is good company and creates a relaxed atmosphere on his boat. I will book this trip again as soon as I return to Nanaimo despite losing this round of the Canada cup. Thank you captain:)
We spent 3.5 hours fishing with the very knowledgeable Captain Gérard. As we boarded he made it clear we should be ready to catch...
Captain replied
Aug 21, 2025
Half Day Trip (PM)
Great day on the water
Gerald put us on the fish and worked hard the whole trip. He is very knowledgeable and was happy to share his knowledge with us. If you going to spend hours on a boat with a guide it’s best to be with someone that’s a pleasure to fish with. Gerald ticks all the boxes. Thanks Gerald…. Until next time ;)
Gerald put us on the fish and worked hard the whole trip. He is very knowledgeable and was happy to share his knowledge with us....
Aug 20, 2025
Half Day Trip (PM)
Best Ever Captain!
Captain Gerald was so good with my two little grandchildren and daughter in law! It was a very special experience for them. Thank you Captain!!!
Captain Gerald was so good with my two little grandchildren and daughter in law! It was a very special experience for them. Thank...
Captain replied
Aug 5, 2025
Half Day Trip (PM)
Great Guide
Gerald is a pro - he has decades of experience, he knows what he’s doing to keep you on fish, is willing to share his knowledge, and is easy to talk to. He works hard to make sure you have a great experience.
Gerald is a pro - he has decades of experience, he knows what he’s doing to keep you on fish, is willing to share his knowledge,...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (19)
+16Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
90%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
100%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Fun day at Sea
Half Day Trip (PM) on August 30, 2025
Gerald is very chill, accommodating, and dedicated captain in the field. He is very knowledgeable about sea and the local fish habits in the area and I enjoyed learning about them from him very much. The sea that day seemed very slow or even usual and all other boats around us were not catching anything. But he did not give up on us and tried every different spot and depth/gears to make sure we'd have a good time. And we got busy hooking salmons one after another in the end and we had a lot of fun landing that salmon rush! Thank you Gerald.
Gerald is very chill, accommodating, and dedicated captain in the field. He is very knowledgeable about sea and the local fish habits in the area and I enjoyed learning about them from him very much. The sea that day seemed very slow or even usual and all other boats around us were not catching anything. But he did not give up on us and tried every different spot and depth/gears to make sure we'd have a good time. And we got busy hooking salmons one after another in the end and we had a lot...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
The Canada cup.
Half Day Trip (PM) on May 22, 2025
We spent 3.5 hours fishing with the very knowledgeable Captain Gérard. As we boarded he made it clear we should be ready to catch fish! This was no boast, we had 20 coho salmon in 3 hrs fishing, almost non stop action with only 2 people fishing. In addition the Captain is good company and creates a relaxed atmosphere on his boat. I will book this trip again as soon as I return to Nanaimo despite losing this round of the Canada cup. Thank you captain:)
We spent 3.5 hours fishing with the very knowledgeable Captain Gérard. As we boarded he made it clear we should be ready to catch fish! This was no boast, we had 20 coho salmon in 3 hrs fishing, almost non stop action with only 2 people fishing. In addition the Captain is good company and creates a relaxed atmosphere on his boat. I will book this trip again as soon as I return to Nanaimo despite losing this round of the Canada cup. Thank you captain:)
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great day on the water
Half Day Trip (PM) on August 21, 2025
Gerald put us on the fish and worked hard the whole trip. He is very knowledgeable and was happy to share his knowledge with us. If you going to spend hours on a boat with a guide it’s best to be with someone that’s a pleasure to fish with. Gerald ticks all the boxes. Thanks Gerald…. Until next time ;)
Gerald put us on the fish and worked hard the whole trip. He is very knowledgeable and was happy to share his knowledge with us. If you going to spend hours on a boat with a guide it’s best to be with someone that’s a pleasure to fish with. Gerald ticks all the boxes. Thanks Gerald…. Until next time ;)
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Best Ever Captain!
Half Day Trip (PM) on August 20, 2025
Captain Gerald was so good with my two little grandchildren and daughter in law! It was a very special experience for them. Thank you Captain!!!
Captain Gerald was so good with my two little grandchildren and daughter in law! It was a very special experience for them. Thank you Captain!!!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great Guide
Half Day Trip (PM) on August 5, 2025
Gerald is a pro - he has decades of experience, he knows what he’s doing to keep you on fish, is willing to share his knowledge, and is easy to talk to. He works hard to make sure you have a great experience.
Gerald is a pro - he has decades of experience, he knows what he’s doing to keep you on fish, is willing to share his knowledge, and is easy to talk to. He works hard to make sure you have a great experience.
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