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Embark on an unparalleled fishing adventure in Nanaimo with Getter Done Charters – your ultimate ticket to the bountiful waters of the region! Captain Brannen, your skilled and knowledgeable guide, is at the helm, ensuring a memorable and successful angling experience for all. Nanaimo's waters are a treasure trove of diverse marine life, featuring Chinook Salmon, Lingcod, Halibut, Crab, Shrimp, Rockfish, Coho Salmon, Sockeye Salmon, Skate, Pink Salmon, Chum Salmon, and more. With a bit of luck, your lines will be tight in no time, creating thrilling moments and lasting memories.
On these expeditions, the techniques vary, often involving a combination of trolling and bottom fishing, utilizing both light and heavy tackle for a well-rounded fishing experience. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a beginner, Getter Done Charters caters to all skill levels, ensuring an inclusive and enjoyable outing. Planning a family adventure? Kids are not just welcome; they are encouraged to join the fun! Safety is a priority, and children must wear life vests—confirm the availability of the appropriate sizes on board. Pack some snacks to keep everyone energized and happy throughout the day.
Your fishing journey unfolds aboard a 22’ Grady-White saltwater fishing vessel, designed for efficiency and comfort, accommodating up to 4 passengers. The vessel comes equipped with downriggers and all the essentials for a productive day on the water. For your convenience, there's a toilet on board, ensuring a comfortable experience for everyone.
Captain Brannen provides top-notch fishing gear, including rods, reels, and lures, setting the stage for a hassle-free and enjoyable angling experience. The vessel is equipped with cover and heat, ensuring warmth and comfort even during unfavorable winter weather conditions.
As you explore the rich marine life, be prepared to witness an abundance of sea creatures, including various mammals, adding an extra layer of excitement to your fishing escapade. Before boarding, consider obtaining local fishing licenses for everyone in your group, as regulations may apply. Captain Brannen is a valuable resource for this information, ensuring compliance and an understanding of any species-specific regulations or tagging requirements.
Pack essentials like bottled water, sunglasses, and non-spray sunblock, and inquire about bringing additional beverages if desired. Moderate alcohol consumption is allowed, with a preference for avoiding hard liquor and glass bottles.
The only thing standing between you and an exceptional day on the water with Getter Done Charters is the click of a button. Don't miss the opportunity to make lasting memories amidst the pristine waters of Nanaimo – book your adventure now!
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Nanaimo, BC
Private boat Experience
A full day out of Nanaimo is a blast! On our trip, we'll head out of the Brechin boat launch. It's a 5-minute boat ride to where we will set Crab traps for Dungeness Crab. Prawing unfortunately closed until April. Then we'll take a 15 boat ride to the fishing grounds. Winter Chinook Salmon not far from where we set our traps. We will most likely have 4-5 hours of fishing for Chinook.
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Nanaimo, BC
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Nanaimo, BC
Private boat Experience
Full-day fishing from Nanaimo will be 8 hours. On this trip, we will set Crab traps and Prawn/Shrimp traps. We will also be fishing for Chinook and Coho Salmon. We will also target Lingcod and Rock later in the day. Very short boat rides to fishing grounds to maximize fishing time.
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Nanaimo, BC
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Nanaimo, BC
Private boat Experience
We will be leaving Port Alberni and heading down the Alberni Canal to Barkley Sound. It is about an hour and fifteen minutes scenic boat ride to the Salmon fishing grounds. We will then target Salmon in the morning and stay inshore for Halibut and/or Lingcod and Rock Cod in the afternoon. Upon discussion with the captain, we can drop some Crab traps in the morning as well.
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Nanaimo, BC
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Ratings & Reviews Summary
August 31, 2024
We took our 8 year old and 5 year old fishing with Captain Brannen and it was such a lovely adventure. He was great with the kids, very knowledgeable. We all had a wonderful time.
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August 31, 2024
Did a half day trip with Brennan on our honeymoon. One of the highlights of our trip for sure. Caught a bunch of fish and crabs even though it was later in the day.
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August 31, 2024
Got a half day charter with getter done charters they had us hooked into a fish within minutes of the line being in the water and kept the action going all day would highly recommend 10/10
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August 31, 2024
We got her done! Great trip with a very knowledgeable captain. Even lucked out and saw some whales.
August 31, 2024
Highly recommend this trip, I enjoyed this trip with my son
August 31, 2024
John and I appreciated this trip headed by Capt Brannen and I look forward to another good time.