Captain
John Waring

Member since February 2019 Chilliwack, Canada
Background
Are you looking for the ultimate freshwater fishing experience ? Then look no further. Captain John Waring has been providing these experiences for over two decades. He started fishing when he was five years old, and became obsessed. Literally everything he does revolves around fishing and has been a full time Sturgeon guide since 1997. With a wealth of experience and intimate knowledge , Captain John is one of the most consistent producing guides on the Fraser River. With an almost 100 percent success rate , and a friendly and relaxed atmosphere , one can be assured to have the fishing adventure of a lifetime. Captain John has also been proud member of the Sturgeon Conservation society's Tagging Program since 2002. With every fish clients get to participate in scanning , tagging, and recording of data , to help better understand these magnificent creatures .
Techniques
My favourite part of the trips I run is seeing beginners and the younger generation catch their first fish , meeting new people and making new friends. I believe it's extremely important to let the younger generation experience what the outdoors has to offer. For some it can be life changing, like it was for me. My favourite fishing techniques are Sturgeon fishing , Fly fishing, and particularly Spey fishing. Each year at the end of my season I travel to Argentina to fish for the legendary sea trout of the Rio Grande.

Hey, I'm Captain John Waring

Chilliwack, Canada
Background
Are you looking for the ultimate freshwater fishing experience ? Then look no further. Captain John Waring has been providing these experiences for over two decades. He started fishing when he was five years old, and became obsessed. Literally everything he does revolves around fishing and has been a full time Sturgeon guide since 1997. With a wealth of experience and intimate knowledge , Captain John is one of the most consistent producing guides on the Fraser River. With an almost 100 percent success rate , and a friendly and relaxed atmosphere , one can be assured to have the fishing adventure of a lifetime. Captain John has also been proud member of the Sturgeon Conservation society's Tagging Program since 2002. With every fish clients get to participate in scanning , tagging, and recording of data , to help better understand these magnificent creatures .
Techniques
My favourite part of the trips I run is seeing beginners and the younger generation catch their first fish , meeting new people and making new friends. I believe it's extremely important to let the younger generation experience what the outdoors has to offer. For some it can be life changing, like it was for me. My favourite fishing techniques are Sturgeon fishing , Fly fishing, and particularly Spey fishing. Each year at the end of my season I travel to Argentina to fish for the legendary sea trout of the Rio Grande.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(27 reviews)
Chilliwack
 Last booking: 5 days ago
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Trips from US $533

Fishing Reports

Sturgeon Report for Tuesday June 8 2021
Sturgeon Report for Tuesday June 8 2021
Jun 6, 2021 Chilliwack
The Fraser River is on the rise again. It rose a couple feet over night. I guided on Saturday and Sunday , and the river was considerably higher on Sunday. With that being said , I think the river will be on the rise for little bit this time. With the hot weather and the rain, I would expect it to rise until the peak this time. With that being said , Sturgeon fishing has remained consistent through the rise. I have been averaging 5-8 fish a day as of late. Rope baits have been lamprey and salmon eggs. Getting out of the debris flow is paramount to daily success. One has to think "outside the box" to enjoy consistent success. Looking for inside corners , slicks behind islands, or any break in the current. The main flow is out of the question at the moment. If one reels in his line , and there is leaves stacked on your in line , you're in the wrong spot and it's time to move on. Average size have been roughly five or so feet in length. The Sturgeon have been fighting exceptionally hard lately. After landing a five footer , I'm not sure one would want to hook something bigger. On Sunday , my clients hooked a MASSIVE fish. They fought it for 90 minutes , trading off on the rod, we never saw it once. Until it finally went under a log on the bottom , and broke us off. A fish tale for sure. It would have been nice to have at least seen the Sturgeon , but it wasn't in the cards that time. It's an experience like that ,that leaves on in awe and keeps one coming back. Unfinished business.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 27 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (47)
Epic day on the Fraser River
Epic day on the Fraser River
Epic day on the Fraser River
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
89%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
96%
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Anders Ø.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Epic day on the Fraser River

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip on July 21, 2025
An unforgettable fishing trip with the legendary Captain Johnny - three massive sturgeon, up to 9 feet long, and nonstop excitement!...
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Jason C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Sturgeon Fish On

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip on July 17, 2025
This was a great trip for my family and me. Seeing and touching a sturgeon was amazing. They are truly prehistoric-looking...
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Daniela M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Erfolgreicher Tag am Fraser River

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on June 22, 2025
John hat uns top betreut und erfolgreich zum erträumten Stör verholfen. Boot und Ausrüstung waren top, Johnny ist ein super...
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John W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Beat Sturgeon fishing charter in BC

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on March 15, 2025
Johnny was an amazing guide! Knew where the big fish were and had the best gear, boat is amazing and all gear is top notch....
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Dario R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Best fishing trip I’ve ever had

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on August 19, 2024
Been on lots of charters but never for sturgeon so this was a first for me. Johnny got us on 6 sturgeon in the 4 hours we were...
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