Springs & Corn

"This is an adventure that comes in BIG proportions! BIG corn snow heliskiing in the morning and BIG Salmon, river fishing in the afternoons."

These unique adventure tours run only during the month of June and part of July. The snow stability is generally well consolidated this time of year, which means we can heliski steeper, challenging terrain and couloirs. It is usually up to you and your abilities where we will go. Our locale and the unparalleled, rugged and angulated terrain is ideal for spring/summer corn snow heliskiing and boarding. The runs, on average, are 3000 vertical feet (900 meters) and groomed to perfection by nature. Simply put, we will follow the sun around to find the ideal conditions.  Bring sunscreen! Our highly experienced heliskiing and fishing guides, will assist you every step of the way to be sure that you have the best possible experience. Accommodations are at the historic Tweedsmuir Park Lodge situated on 50 acres of private land within Tweedsmuir Provincial Park and this is the largest protected park in BC. The lodge property is on the world class Atnarko River so your first fishing spot is only  steps away from your chalet or cabin.

We will be river fishing for the great Spring/King Salmon (Chinook). These mighty fish average in size from 25lbs (12kg) to 35lbs (16kg), but catching Salmon up to 50lbs (23kg) is not out of the ordinary. You will also have the opportunity to catch Rainbow Trout, Cutthroat Trout, and Dolly Varden, with an average size of 2-4 lbs (1.5kg). The Bella Coola Valley is famous for its river fishing and compares favorably to internationally known rivers throughout BC and Alaska.

Waders, rods, reels, bait, plugs and lures is included in your tour. However please bring your own fishing equipment if you prefer or if you want to fly fish as we do not be supply fly fishing gear. Remember, big rods, reels, fast sinking fly line and 20 + lb (8 kg +) line is recommended. The fishing technique we use is plugging and casting with a plug, bait, and lures. Fly-fishing is possible but more challenging due to river depth, speed, and fish holding. But hey, it is really up to you and your technique. Many Springs/Kings are taken annually on fly.Preparation of fish for shipping is available locally and this would be by freezing the fish or smoking them. Your daily quota is 4 Salmon and only one of those can be over 65 cm in length.