Wicks / FAQ
Before you book.
What the trips involve, what to bring, how the seasons work, and what happens when the weather turns.
What kind of fishing do you offer?
Two things, done properly: fly fishing on the lower Fraser and its tributaries — sea-run cutthroat, bull trout, Dolly Varden and steelhead — and white sturgeon on the Fraser.
Where do you actually fish?
The Upper Pitt, the Lillooet (accessed by jet boat from Harrison), and the Fraser River and its tributaries. Everything runs out of the Lower Mainland, roughly thirty minutes from Vancouver.
Do you keep fish?
No. Wicks is 100% catch-and-release. On sturgeon trips you can also take part in the volunteer tagging program, which feeds directly into conservation research on the Fraser population.
I've never fly fished. Can I still come?
Yes. Trips are built around whoever's on the boat — first-timers get instruction as part of the day, and experienced anglers get pushed. The sturgeon trips in particular suit any age or skill level.
When's the best time to come?
Depends entirely on what you want to catch. Sturgeon peaks April to November; steelhead has winter, spring and summer runs; sea-run bull trout come on from early summer. Water and weather move all of it, so message Dayton and he'll tell you what's happening now.
How long are the trips?
Sturgeon runs as 4, 6, 8 and 10-hour trips. Fly fishing is half day or full day, and multi-day guided holidays can be arranged. Corporate days, stags and stagettes are all fine — just say what you're after.
What does it cost?
Rates depend on the trip length, the water and the size of the group. Email info@wicksfishingadventures.com or send a message and you'll get a straight number back.
Do I need to bring gear?
No. Rods, reels and lines are included and already on the boat. Bring layers for the weather, sun protection, and your BC freshwater licence. If you'd rather fish your own rod, bring it.
What happens if the weather turns?
Some trips have to move. Harrison Lake in particular can turn into a serious body of water, and if the crossing isn't safe the day gets rescheduled rather than risked. You'll hear from Dayton directly, not from an automated email.
Do you take corporate groups, stags or stagettes?
Yes — corporate days, team building, stags and stagettes, families and groups of friends. Sturgeon trips suit mixed groups best because they work for any skill level.
Next step
Get a date on the water.
Send the dates and Dayton comes back with availability and a rate. You're talking to the guide, not an office.