atlantic salmon and brook trout fishing adventures with eureka outdoors po box 1141 corner brook nl canada a2h-6t2 telephone 0 1-709-785-1992 website http eurekaoutdoors.nf.ca email eureka@nf.sympatico.ca
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the fishing home to 207 salmon rivers and 68 of all north american atlantic salmon rivers newfoundland offers a fly fishers paradise free of industrial pollution with a population density similar to greenland the pristine rivers on our island provide a real wilderness experience where you can drink the cold clear water you are fishing in the humber river our primary fishing river has one of the greatest runs and density of atlantic salmon in north america with 1999 counts at 32,018 fish and now estimated annually at 40,000 to 50,000 famous for its concentrations of virgin 3sw and msw 20 pound salmon it produces the greatest number and size of salmon angled annually in our province however this mountainous terrain is streaked with many crystal clear cold rivers including a dozen or so within a short drive of the principle lodge we use most newfoundland rivers average nearly 0.75 salmon per rod day government statistic as an unguided season long average prime time periods with our guides
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we have developed a fishing service encompassing the entire west coast of newfoundland based on a flexibility to maximize catch rates and the types of experiences available this mobility and flexibility facilitates what is truly the best available salmon fishing in western newfoundland at the time of your arrival for the extensive list of the pristine rivers we offer based from our main lodge please visit our website these are rivers numbered 136 to 154 on the map in the fishing section above plus #27 access is by vehicles boats and walking a very the 3 sw first time spawners of the few rivers require a canoe or atv aka a humber are typically 22 to 25 pounds quad to fish remote sections of the watershed the main lodge is centrally situated to take advantage of the greatest number of rivers with the shortest driving time one day you might find yourself fishing the clear mountain water of the turbulent lomond river 45 minutes drive north of the lodge another day the freestone pools of h
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with such an abundance of productive rivers every type of water is available including clear and peat stained water big and small rivers runs pools ledges and steadies offering various types of wading on a variety of river bottoms using spey or single handed rods salmon are angled with floating lines on dry and wet fly throughout the season but dry fly fishing for them is one of our specialties trout are caught on fly only in the salmon rivers but also with bait or lures while spin fishing on lakes or non-salmon rivers comfortable boat and canoe fishing is available for fighting trophy class salmon on the lower humber as the fish often run 250 to 600 yards from the base lodge on the lower humber fiberglass motorized 25 foot gander bay river boats are used for travel from area to area and if requested as a fishing platform when needed fishing is usually finished near dark dvd cameras are economical these days and the tales are often followed with live footage accommodations and food we
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northern peninsula rivers these small rivers of less than 100 km in length are not featured on our website as we can not sensibly access them from the main lodge due to the 3.5 hour drive for more details please telephone us this package is generally booked in advance but we can also gain access on demand for 2 to 6 rods mid week the lodge generally used is situated 20 minutes off the wilderness but paved road leading up the great northern peninsula of the island and is on the shores of high pond it provides access to 5 rivers within a short 10 to 40 minute drive it is 6000 sq feet and the lodge on high pond beautifully appointed in a wilderness setting on the famous river of ponds system with an independent power supply this area abounds with wildlife and moose caribou and varying hares frequent the property grounds the pond has breeding loons and large brook trout the 9 lakes within a 20 minute drive of the lodge have both brook trout and arctic char with 1 to 3 pounds fish being typ
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river of ponds this is an excellent salmon and grilse river with a very limited run of 3sw maiden fish a good run of 2sw maiden fish and repeat spawning teen weights and about 40-60 maiden grilse in the annual run the lodge we most often use to access the rivers on this list is located on the headwaters of this system the watershed has tightly spaced pools and an extensive decommissioned logging road which provides access to 80 of the entire system we also access the remaining sections by large motor boat after crossing a lake this system can provide extreme catch woodland caribou frequent most of our rates and excellent wading and rarely falls short of 1-2 salmon and trout rivers salmon per angler per day the mouths of the river at any of the many large steadies and ponds provide pools with extreme salmon densities it is a very good trout fishery and is a limestone based watershed castor river this is a relatively small system and has some areas limited to atv trails only but has an
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auxillary activities swimming in the large indoor pool at the main lodge spa is available 10 minutes from the main lodge masseuse is available by appointment at the main lodge insectarium with live exhibits from around the world skin diving and snorkeling in our rivers spelunking cave exploration scuba available for qualified divers try your hand at underwater raft float trips photography after fishing a pool horse back riding on local trails or wilderness areas recyclable waterproof cameras are wilderness or local canoeing economical kayaking on the humber river or ocean wildlife photo safari helicopter or float plane trips sea bird and whale watching boreal bird watching and nature hiking ocean fishing mackeral shark cod ,halibut wolf fish skates etc atv rentals for wilderness drives on old decommissioned and active logging roads national park with interpretive facilities and hiking trails reservations seasons peak dates demand is high and space is limited so reservations sho
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large trophy class salmon are most abundant from late july through early october all large salmon must be released grilse are available all season long with peak times being mid june to late july brook trout are available all season long but spin fishers will find peak results in may and early june sea run trout in the salmon fly fishing only rivers in early june and then again in late july through early september highlights all inclusive package no hidden costs 100s of km of wilderness salmon rivers to explore and many more brook trout rivers many lodges available that are 3 and 4.5 stars by government rating highest recorded density of atlantic salmon in north america in the humber river largest salmon angled annually in the province of newfoundland and labrador always comes from the humber river highest salmon retention limits in the province the remote upper humber river has a very low fishing pressure and miles of angler grilse run of 18 to 25,000 and a total free pristine
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package details and cost the all inclusive package costs $3300 usd plus 14 tax per person for seven nights and six days and includes transportation from and to the airport air transportation to newfoundland is not included all meals and lodging seasoned professional registered guides one guide per two anglers one on one available all fishing gear if requested the remote serpentine river licenses produces a high percentage fully outfitted boats and canoes specifically rigged for fly of 10 to 20 pound salmon and fishing rather large seas run brook all transportation to local and remote rivers trout auxiliary activities non angling packaging and freezing of fish complimentary video of the trip regulations all salmon rivers can only be fished with single hooked un-weighted artificial fly guides are required by law fishing may start 1 hour prior to sunrise and must finish by 1 hour after civil sunset by law basically we do not fish in the dark legal kill limits for the enti
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level nylon leaders from 4 to 14 lbs test we generally use 10 lbs test on the lower humber and 6 to 8 on the upper humber an assortment of single hook salmon and trout dry wet streamer and nymph flies sizes 2 through 12 this is best tyed borrowed as part of the package or purchased on location details at http eurekaoutdoors.nf.ca/whattobring.htm fly vest with typical accessories hemostat clippers leader straightener fly grease floatant and sinkant etc waders breathables are very nice and comfy but bring thermal underware we have wading staffs available wellingtons or short rubber boots ie 10 to 14 inchers hiking boots polarized glasses medium amber is best with floating strap hat with long protective neck flaps and neck string sun screen and chap stick fish tailing gloves tight fitting cotton gloves are just as good day backpack to put waders and gear in if hiking and rain gear cash for alcohol and tips camera and film clothes should be in layers so they can be added o
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