world-class fishing The combination of mountain-fed lakes and rivers, and the Valley’s spectacular scenery, makes this part of the world a favourite destination for fishermen. Check out these hot-spots in and around Abbotsford: Fraser River Located on Abbotsford’s northern border, it yields steelhead and chinook salmon from July to October. Mill Lake In the heart of Abbotsford, the lake is annually stocked with rainbow trout. It’s best to fish here in the spring and fall. Sumas River Abbotsford’s Sumas River contains coho from midSeptember to December, along with Dolly Varden, cutthroat, steelhead and sturgeon. Vedder River The Vedder River in Chilliwack is a popular location for coho from mid-September to December. From December to March it bears steelhead, and from April to September you can reel in a few whitefish. Rolley Lake Near Mission, the lake is packed with cutthroat and
Dolly Varden trout along with brown bullhead. It’s also frequently stocked with rainbow. Stave Lake This Mission location offers cutthroat, rainbow, kokanee and Dolly Varden trout. Weaver Creek Located near Harrison Mills, the creek has steelhead from December to March. The salmon spawning area is popular for viewing in October. Morris Lake Also located in Harrison, the lake yields cutthroat and rainbow trout in the spring and fall. Coho salmon can also be found in the fall. Occasionally, steelhead are caught in the winter. PHOTO BY: KEVIN PLASTOW, BLACK PRESS
for more information or to purchase a fishing licence, visit Hub Sports, 33719 Essendene Avenue
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33719 Essendene E d Ave A Abbotsford Abb f 604.859.8316 www.hubsports.com ONLINE FISHING REPORTS MY CITY IS ABBOTSFORD 2011 / THE NEWS
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