[Jerry Garcia]

Was good to see the crew at Snow Creek--- Went there for 10 years straight only missing last year.

 

[Slabby20]

I wonder how the new Canadian regulations about no electronic licenses for that area is going to effect their halibut business. I can't see where that many people will want to take the time to actually drive to Canada to purchase the paper licenses needed to fish halibut across the Canadian line.

 

[Jerry Garcia]

I can drive from my house in Everett, purchase a license and be home in under 4 hours.

 

[The Peddler]

I thought it was a good show, but I have a question... Is it not illegal to gaff LINGS?

 

[tictactug]

I thought it was a good show, but I have a question... Is it not illegal to gaff LINGS?

Maybe not in Canada.

Kindof like the Yellow eye thing. After they kept it, they realized it couldn't be brought back to port in WA, so they cooked it up and ate it while they were still in Canada.

 

[Jerry Garcia]

It's legal to gaff lings in Canada--- and all the charter boats that fish that hole cook the yelloweye for a boat lunch. Alot of stuff in the credits about not being able to keep food down while out there.

 

[The Peddler]

I musta missed the part about being in Canadian waters.... I assumed WA. Thanks for clarification.

 

[donno]

I would think getting a passport or "enhanced" license just to get across the border would be more of a pain then the actual drive to Canada nowadays.

 

[Cornfed]

I would think getting a passport or "enhanced" license just to get across the border would be more of a pain then the actual drive to Canada nowadays.

I believe, now, you don't have to have it until 2009. I go every year to the Campbell River Store right over the border to get my paper licesne. I couldn't live without it and it is well worth the drive. Anything for the sake of fishing!

 

[linepeeler]

you don't have to cross the border to purchase the Canadian license. You can purchase them in Lynden at Dave's Sporting Goods.

1738 Front Street
Lynden, WA 98264
(360) 354-5591

 

[The Peddler]

See my next post... conf:

 

[The Peddler]

you don't have to cross the border to purchase the Canadian license. You can purchase them in Lynden at Dave's Sporting Goods.

1738 Front Street
Lynden, WA 98264
(360) 354-5591

This is unfortunately not true. I just called Daves to confirm. They are no longer allowed to sell licenses. You can buy a license on-line, but the only way to obtain a non-resident license for HALIBUT in Canadian area 121 (waters reachable from Neah Bay) is in-person at a Canadian dealer. A person can obtain a license for their own child (under 16 years) or spouse, but not for a friend.

Here's a link to more info: http://www.pac.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/recfish/licensing/default_e.htm#Acquiring_an_Online_Tidal_Licence

 

[Jerry Garcia]

you don't have to cross the border to purchase the Canadian license. You can purchase them in Lynden at Dave's Sporting Goods.

1738 Front Street
Lynden, WA 98264
(360) 354-5591

I believe at one time Daves was selling fresh water only.

 

[Gravy]

i think it's $12 ea way on the ferry to victoria...adds $25 to the costs....might still be worth it though.

 

[linepeeler]

you don't have to cross the border to purchase the Canadian license. You can purchase them in Lynden at Dave's Sporting Goods.

1738 Front Street
Lynden, WA 98264
(360) 354-5591

I believe at one time Daves was selling fresh water only.

Wow, I apologize, I was not aware that he was not doing it anymore. I have purchased them there for years.

sorry for the possible mislead there people.

 

[The Peddler]

No opologies necessary Linepeeler. I think it's the laws that changed. I needed to talk to David anyway, so I gave him a call. When they told me they don't sell 'em anymore, it prompted me to look-up the info on the www.

 

[donno]

I would think getting a passport or "enhanced" license just to get across the border would be more of a pain then the actual drive to Canada nowadays.

I believe, now, you don't have to have it until 2009. I go every year to the Campbell River Store right over the border to get my paper licesne. I couldn't live without it and it is well worth the drive. Anything for the sake of fishing!

And don't forget the basics, a couple Cubans, Tylanol 4's, Moxacilin. wink:

 

[Jerry Garcia]

Use the truck crossing to get to the store, about a half mile on your right at the light.