Westwind Tugboat Adventures

7. How do I get to the Tugboat?
All tugboat departure ports are serviced by air from Vancouver. Westwind will recommend and reserve space on the most convenient flight available or guests may choose to travel via car, ferry or train to departure ports( not all options available in all areas). Click here for more detailed information...

8. Do we fish from the Tugboat?
You will fish from custom designed 18' fishing skiffs outfitted with Depth sounder, radio, center console and 50hp, 4- stroke Honda engines. Two anglers per skiff although they comfortably fish three adults. Numerous halibut have been landed from the deck of the tugboats while at anchor and guests are encouraged to try their luck.

9. Do we have a guide?
There is a guide with each tugboat. He shares his time with all guests, taking two guests with him each outing while providing on the water supervision and assistance to all guests. Remember the tugboats anchor on the fishing grounds providing you with added comfort and service.

10. What fishing tackle should I bring?
The tugboats are outfitted with all the tackle required; rods, reels, bait, Jigs, flies as well as all your weather wear including boots. Fly fisherman are asked to supply fly rods/reels and line. A pair of binoculars and a camera can add to the special moments and memories.

11. Can I take my fish home?
Yes! Your catch will be professionally cleaned, frozen and packed for airline travel or you may choose to have us make arrangements for your catch to be processed( smoked,canned, vacuum packed, etc.). This would follow you by up to 6 weeks and is delivered to your home or office..

12. Do the tugboats travel at night?
No! This is a leisurely cruise, the tugs travel only a couple hours per day when Following the Fish and 4-8 hrs. when on a Cruising Adventure. Westwind wants you to enjoy adventure by day and the solitude of the evening, including a restful nights sleep anchored in a quiet peaceful cove.

13. When is the best time for fishing?
The unique advantage of a Westwind Tugboat Adventure is our mobility. Westwind pioneered the use of mobility to "Follow the Fish" as they migrate from north to south. We choose the best regions and fish only during their prime weeks, moving daily to stay on the run. Our fishing season is from May 25 - Sept. 20th. Chinook(King) Salmon from May 25 - August 25: Coho(Silver) Salmon from July 1- Sept. 20: Halibut & Bottom fish all season. Fly fishing from August 1 -Sept. 20.

14. How far in advance should I reserve?
Westwind has been in operation since 1974 and enjoys a 70% repeat clientele. With both a limited season and space, we recommend reserving a year in advance, but please call to check on available space at anytime.

15. What is there for a non fisherman to do?
As you cruise through the majestic fiords and picturesque channels, choose to go ashore beachcombing, clamdigging or maybe a wilderness hike to a secluded lake. Whales are your companions and often provide close encounters of the magnificent kind as we travel side by side. Explore the shore line and river estuaries viewing the abundant wildlife studying the fauna or just taking in the serenity of being alone in the remote reaches of the Inside Passage. You will visit ghost towns, historical sights and waterfalls. If you like to read the tugboats have an extensive library, relax all by yourself with your choice of book in the lounge or on the upper deck as the other guests enjoy some fishing. Westwind's crew will be happy to go along and provide some local insight or to just guide you towards your pleasure and let you enjoy on your own.