Andrew Turkstra
Kaptajn

Andrew Turkstra

Nanaimo, Canada
Anglerens valg
100+ anmeldelser
I have been fishing all my life. Many had suggested I become a fishing guide, so I took their advice and after working for a number of different fishing charters on the west coast of Vancouver Island, I started my own business called Reel Time Fishing Charters. With a passion for boating, fishing and the enjoyment of helping people catch fish, there has been no looking back!

Charter

Bedømmelse

4.8
183 anmeldelser
4.8
Båd & udstyr
4.9
Kaptajn & besætning
4.8
Fiskeoplevelse

What anglers say

97%
God oplevelse
99%
Venlig kaptajn
97%
Anbefal dette charter
95%
Egnet til børn
99%
Tilfreds med båden
89%
Fangede fisk

Alle anmeldelser (183)

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  • Mel Savard
    Mel Savard
    ca
    Quebec, Canada
    Medlem siden 2025
    5.0
    Verificeret

    En fantastisk fisketur!

    4 timers tur – I sæson • 4 voksne

    Kaptajn Turk tog sig fantastisk godt af os og arbejdede hårdt for at sikre, at vi fik nogle gode fangster. Han besvarede alle vores spørgsmål. Vi tog ud for at fiske laks, men desværre var lykken ikke med os. Til gengæld fangede vi 1 stor Almindelig Lange og en anden fisk, hvis navn jeg har glemt. (Jeg er nybegynder inden for fiskeri) Der var bid flere gange, så alle på båden fik fornemmelsen af at fange en stor fisk. Jeg kan varmt anbefale det for en dejlig tur på havet.

    Oversat af AI:
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    Lingtorsk
  • Dick Dalhuisen
    Dick Dalhuisen
    Tilbagevendende lystfisker
    ca
    Alberta, Canada
    Medlem siden 2026
    2 ture
    5.0
    Verificeret
    NY

    Den bedste af dem alle

    4 timers tur – I sæson • 3 voksne

    Vi prøvede 3 forskellige charters. Andrew var den bedste af dem alle.. Vi havde det rigtig sjovt. Han fik os på masser af fisk. Han var meget professionel og sjov at være sammen med. Vi vil helt sikkert anbefale Reel Time charters...

    Oversat af AI:
    Svar fra kaptajnen

    Hej, tak Dick, god rejse og nyd fisken 🙂

  • Connie Wu
    Connie Wu
    ca
    Alberta, Canada
    Medlem siden 2026
    5.0
    Verificeret

    Sjov fisketur

    4 Timers Tur – I Sæson - 1:00 PM • 4 voksne • 1 barn

    Kaptajn Andrew tog os med ud at fiske, og han var professionel, vidende og erfaren. Vi havde en fantastisk tid på vandet og nød virkelig turen. Hvis du er tilbøjelig til søsyge, så vær forberedt – båden kan godt gynge en del afhængigt af forholdene. Alt i alt var det en fantastisk oplevelse, og vi vil klart anbefale det!

    Oversat af AI:
    Svar fra kaptajnen

    Tak Connie, håber fisken smagte godt ::)

  • David Sweigert
    David Sweigert
    us
    Californien, USA
    Medlem siden 2026
    5.0
    Verificeret

    En Aldeles Pragtfuld Oplevelse!!!

    6 Timers Tur - I Sæson • 6 voksne

    Udover det perfekte vejr og at alle i vores gruppe fangede en pæn stor Kongelaks, var kaptajnen og besætningen meget venlige, hjælpsomme og støttende over for de nybegyndere om bord. Vores gruppe på 6 personer var enige om, at dette var den bedste besætning og det bedste fiskeri charter nogensinde, uanset hvor!

    Oversat af AI:
    Indberettet fangst:
    Kongelaks
  • Andrea Cameron
    Andrea Cameron
    ca
    Alberta, Canada
    Medlem siden 2026
    5.0
    Verificeret

    Der er bid!

    4 Timers Tur – I Sæson - 1:00 PM • 4 voksne

    Kaptajn Turk og Josh var fantastiske værter! De holdt stemningen let og arbejdede hårdt for at finde fisk til os, som vi kunne tage med op i båden – og det lykkedes! Mange tak for en så uforglemmelig dag. Vi tog på en 4-timers charter, perfekt til at få en smagsprøve på havfiskeri!

    Oversat af AI:
    Svar fra kaptajnen

    Hej, mange tak Andrea :)

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    Reel Time Fishing Charters & Marine ToursNanaimo, BC
    Best of the bunch
    Dick D.
    Dick D.
  • Reel Time Fishing Charters & Marine Tours
    Reel Time Fishing Charters & Marine ToursNanaimo, BC
    Great catch with friendly fisherman.
    Barend E.
    Barend E.
  • Reel Time Fishing Charters & Marine Tours
    Reel Time Fishing Charters & Marine ToursNanaimo, BC
    A Most Splendid Outing!!!
    David S.
    David S.
  • Reel Time Fishing Charters & Marine Tours
    Reel Time Fishing Charters & Marine ToursNanaimo, BC
    Great time!
    Trevor W.
    Trevor W.
  • Reel Time Fishing Charters & Marine Tours
    Reel Time Fishing Charters & Marine ToursNanaimo, BC
    Great day of fishing!
    Victoria M.
    Victoria M.
  • Reel Time Fishing Charters & Marine Tours
    Reel Time Fishing Charters & Marine ToursNanaimo, BC
    Great day of fishing
    Paul G.
    Paul G.
  • Reel Time Fishing Charters & Marine Tours
    Reel Time Fishing Charters & Marine ToursNanaimo, BC
    Amazing day!
    Lindy F.
    Lindy F.
  • Reel Time Fishing Charters & Marine Tours
    Reel Time Fishing Charters & Marine ToursNanaimo, BC
    Great day on the water
    Sylvie G.
    Sylvie G.
  • Reel Time Fishing Charters & Marine Tours
    Reel Time Fishing Charters & Marine ToursNanaimo, BC
    Belle sortie de pêche !
    Mel S.
    Mel S.
  • Reel Time Fishing Charters & Marine Tours
    Reel Time Fishing Charters & Marine ToursNanaimo, BC
    Friendly Awesome Captian and fishing
    Connie H.
    Connie H.

Hvad bider på krogen med Reel Time Fishing Charters & Marine Tours i Nanaimo

I det tidlige efterår ankommer Ketalaks. Andre laksearter er stadig talrige, men deres højsæson nærmer sig langsomt sin afslutning.

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A young angler proudly displays a freshly caught fish while surrounded by family on a fishing trip.

Good Coho fishing continues in Nanaimo

Jul 1, 2026 • Nanaimo
During the past month, Coho salmon fishing in Nanaimo has remained steady. On Canada Day, with calm water and warm temperatures, the bite seemed a little off. However, with some patience and perseverance, we were still able to get our great group of youngsters into a few fish they could take home for dinner. With dinner aboard, we changed tactics and tried going for lingcod. Instead, we ended up catching some of the largest Quillback and Cooper Rockfish I have ever seen. A fun filled afternoon of fishing with lots of new experiences. Looking for something to do while visiting Nanaimo or surrounding area? Consider a fishing adventure with Reel Time Fishing Charters. Take in the stunning beauty of Pacific Northwest while taking on some world class salmon fishing. Book a trip with us today :)
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Group of adult anglers posing behind a large mixed catch of bottom fish and schooling fish arranged on a marina dock.

Best Lingcod & Coho Fishing in Years

Jun 11, 2026 • Nanaimo
Over the past week, we have seen some great numbers of Coho Salmon moving through Nanaimo. When it comes to salmon, many people prefer these fish as they are excellent fighters and taste good too. In fact, Coho fishing has been so good that we've been able to split many of our half day trips up, allowing us to spend the remainder of the trip on the other fish that has been quite prevalent this year, Lingcod. If you have never fished Lingcod, they are an excellent sport fish. They can grow fairly large with some weighing over 20 kgs (40 lbs). The larger fish can definitely put up a good fight. But the what most people like about Lingcod is the taste. Lingcod are a white meat although some may have a tinge of green or blue to them. They make excellent fish-n-chips but also bake well in the oven using your favorite spices. Looking to enjoy a wonderful morning or afternoon on the water while catching some of the best eating fish in the Pacific Northwest. Book your next trip with Reel Time Fishing Charters & Marine Tours.
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Angler proudly displaying a large lingcod aboard a small fishing boat, with additional fish arranged on the boat's cleaning table.

Best Lingcod Fishing in Years

May 16, 2026 • Nanaimo
As we always say, May is the month for Lingcod. And this year has proven to be exceptional. On almost every charter this month, we have limited or nearly limited out on these great fighting, great eating fish. Our four hour trips are producing good size fish close to shore. Our off-shore 6 hour trips are producing smaller fish but better numbers. If you are looking to take in some breath-taking beauty while catching some of the oceans best eating fish, book a trip with Reel Time today.
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Two anglers proudly displaying a large Lingcod while fishing on a boat in open waters.

May is the Month for Lingcod

Apr 27, 2026 • Nanaimo
May is the Month for Lingcod They may be ugly, even scary looking. However, many anglers would say that Lingcod are the best eating and best fighting white meat fish found in the waters around Vancouver Island. And May is the month we start fishing for them. These fish are primarily found near the bottom or on the edge of structure. Techniques for catching them vary. At Reel Time, we mostly troll for them with large swim baits. We catch them in water as shallow as 50 ft or as deep as 200 ft. Our most popular half-day trips (4 hours) for lingcod usually mean 30 minutes of travel time each way allowing for approximately 3 hours of fishing. However, for better chances at more and larger fish, I recommend a 6-hour charter. These trips allow us more travel time to areas that are more productive. The scenery on these trips is also quite stunning. If you are looking for an adventure that offers an opportunity to hook a legendary monster while experiencing the beauty of British Columbia’s west coast, book your lingcod adventure with us today. Chances are good, you won’t be disappointed.
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Angler proudly displaying a large Salmon while on a fishing charter, with the boat 'Reel Time' visible in the background.

Winter Salmon Fishing Specials aboard Re

Jan 2, 2026 • Nanaimo
Winter Salmon Fishing Specials, Nanaimo, Vancouver Island, BC With the dawning of a new year comes the start of a new salmon fishing season. And the months of January through March offer some fantastic action for the kings of the Pacific Northwest, Chinook Salmon. Chinook salmon taken during this time of year are often between six to ten pounds with the occasional fish coming in at the low to mid teens. They look good, fight good and taste good. Our mild climate along with clear blue skies and snow capped mountains in every direction make for lasting life memories. Book your winter salmon fishing trip today. Our discounted winter charters are reasonably priced with 5% going back into salmon restoration projects through the Pacific Salmon Foundation (https;//psf.ca). Our guides, Captain Turk and Captain Josh are friendly, transport Canada certified and have a life-time of experience. Chances are good you’ll be back.
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A freshly caught Walleye displayed on a teal towel, showcasing its distinctive markings, likely after a fishing trip.

May is the Month for Lingcod

May 1, 2025 • Nanaimo
May is the Month for Lingcod They may be scary looking, but they sure are tasty. In fact, if I had to choose between halibut or lingcod, I’d pick lingcod any day of the week. Problem is, I have always found them to be a little tricky to catch. So, when I do fish for them, I check tides and tide tables religiously. Once fishing, I work ledges and drop-offs keeping my bait as close to the bottom as possible. The preferred method by many is jigging for lingcod. I like trolling for them using 4 to 8 oz swimbaits. It’s a lot of work and you must be on your toes since you are constantly bringing gear up and/or dropping it back down. But it can be a very effective way of hooking these “bucket heads” as they are sometimes called. On opening day this year, my group of two and I were greeted by a beautiful sunny morning. Knowing I just missed the tide change on an ebb tide, I choose to fish the northwest side of Gabriola. Trolling two of my favorite 4 oz swimbaits, I watched my depth as I began to work an edge. Once alongside of Gabriola Island near the old Cannery, we finally started having some action. Unfortunately, our customers where Quillback, Cooper Rock Fish, and a very nice Yellow Eye and an undersized Lingcod. We still hadn’t found our prize fish. With about an hour left in the trip, I was bringing up the gear as the depth changed from 160 to 90 feet when I noticed a slight bounce on the portside rod. I grabbed the rod yanking the line off the clip. I quickly handed the rod over to my guest and asked, “feel any better this time?” “Oh yes” was the reply. Five minutes later, we had our first nice lingcod aboard. Oh yeah! If you enjoy eating white meat from the ocean, Lingcod is the way to go. And, with salmon closed until the beginning of June, it is all we’ll be fishing for. As I tell my guests, May is the month for Lingcod.
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