planning your trip
What you need to know about your upcoming Sturgeon Fishing Trip with Sturgeon Co.



Preparing for your trip
Where should I stay?
You can stay anywhere in the Vancouver area, however, the boat launches we use are in Chilliwack or Hope - about 2 hours east of Vancouver.
So we recommend you stay close by so you have less travelling to do. Our list of recommended accommodations are below.
What should I bring?
You don't need to bring anything except for a valid freshwater freshwater fishing license & sturgeon conservation tag for all guests over 15 years of age. A good phone or camera is also suggested.
Where will we meet?
The goal is to catch big sturgeon and still break away from the busy crowds, so we depart from one of three locations. Our departure is from either Chilliwack, Agassiz, or Hope. Depending on where fishing is best at the time of your trip, Yves will let you know the point of departure prior to your trip, and send you the GPS coordinates.
What should I wear?
SPRING/SUMMER STURGEON FISHING
Air temperatures could range from 20-35 Degrees Celsius throughout the day. Layering is a good idea to adjust to the temperature throughout your trip. In summer, it’s always recommended you bring sunblock & polarized sunglasses. If there's a chance of rain, bring rain gear. Yves will supply Simms G3 waders as well as Simms boots if you need to get into the water to hold your fish for the ultimate fishing photo.
FALL/WINTER STURGEON FISHING
The temperature on the water is generally slightly cooler than the surrounding land, but not as significantly different as if you were fishing in open water. Best idea is to layer your clothing, especially in the cooler months. Also, fighting a large sturgeon in the winter will certainly warm you up. Yves’ 23-ft jet boat has a covered area with a heater to make things more comfortable on cooler or wet days. Polarized sunglasses are handy on sunny days. Gloves and a hat are advisable when the weather is cooler. If it’s raining, bring rain gear. Yves provides Simms G3 waders as well as Simms wading boots.

Average Seasonal Temperatures
The West Coast of BC does not get as cold as other areas in Canada, so you can fish for sturgeon year round. We do get our fair share of rain though. So make sure you check the weather forecast before coming to see if you need rain gear or not. See average monthly temperatures (in Celsius) in the graph.
Our recommended stays
We launch either in Chilliwack or Hope. So we recommend finding accommodation close by to minimize travel time. See our list below of places we recommend.
If you want any more recommendations, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Hotel Morado
Chilliwack, British Columbia
Hotel Morado is a charming boutique hotel that offers 12 cozy rooms and a welcoming home base for visitors.
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Sandpiper Resort
Harrison Mills, British Columbia
(Best when launching from Hope). Escape to Harrison Mills at one of BC’s most scenic golf resorts on the shores of Harrison River.
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Coast Hotel by Appa
Chilliwack, British Columbia
Stunningly renovated and impeccably located, Coast Chilliwack Hotel by APA has everything you need.
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