January is great for crabbing and prawning. At this time of the year, Chinook Salmon feeds aggressively, although they are not big in size.

This is still the peak season for crabbing and a favorite family activity. It’s best to start early, especially near piers.

March marks the beginning of peak Halibut season. Besides fishing, you can also enjoy the Nanaimo festival and celebrate the end of the winter with locals.

With Chinook Salmon still growing and feeding aggressively, you can expect some great fishing action. Halibut and Crabs are still good targets.

May brings something new to the table – Lingcod! You might not like the look of their faces, but you’ll surely enjoy their meat. Reel one in and see for yourself!

June brings an interesting mix of Chinooks – this is when both “feeders” and mature fish start migrating in from the north!

Slowly, all types of Salmon start to show up. There’s also the Marine Fest with lots of fun activities to try when you’re not fishing. Does a bathtub race sound interesting enough?

This is the peak season for almost every type of fish you can catch in these waters. Lots of mature Salmon are in the area and you’ll find some big specimens to catch.

This is the time to become a member of the Tyee Club and catch a 30-pounder! The water is bursting with mature Salmon everywhere. In the evening, enjoy Longwoodstock, Nanaimo’s music festival.

Early fall sees the arrival of  Chum Salmon. Other Salmon species are still high in numbers but their peak season is slowly coming to its end.

Aggressive “feeder” Chinook show up again and dominate the area until the end of April. Chum Salmon is still great to target.

Crabbing is at its peak during winter, so drop some traps and try your hand at catching some. Chinook Salmon fishing is great, as always.