Bell II Lodge Steelhead Fishing - British Columbia Canada

Bell 2 Lodge provides access to the remote and seldom fished Nass River Watershed. Due to the remoteness and lack of access to this system, very few anglers will fish the Nass waters each year. The run of fish is comprised of only wild stock and these fish are concentrated in the four tributary rivers and numerous small creeks that we fish on a daily basis. Low angler densities and exceptional local knowledge of these rivers provide our guests with an unparalleled angling experience.

Steelhead Packages

Include:

• Meet at the Terrace Airport
• Return ground transfers from Terrace to Bell 2 Lodge
• Accommodation in single rooms
• All meals and use of all resort facilities
• Seven days of guided Steelhead fishing including:
  • Two days of helicopter accessed fishing
  • Five days of jet boat or raft access on the Bell Irving, Meziadin or Bear Rivers
  • Use of fly fishing equipment including spey rod or single handed rod and all flies
  • BC angling license and Steelhead conservation tag

* Guests must provide personal wading and foul weather gear. Alcohol not included. CAD $7,950 per person, plus GST

Extra Services all prices subject to GST tax

Fairmont Vancouver Airport Hotel: CAD $298 per person Fairmont Waterfront Hotel: CAD $259 per person Special ground transfer from Terrace or return on a unscheduled arrival or departure day: CAD $600 Personal guide and casting instructor: CAD $2,150 per week

Booking & Payment Policy

To reserve your package a deposit of CAD $2,000 is required at the time of booking. Full balance is due 3 months prior to trip start date. All payments are non-refundable. No cancellation fee will be paid if the angler canceling a package finds a suitable substitute willing to take over the contractual obligations. A credit amount equal to the package cost less the deposit may be available if your space is resold. Any credit needs to be used within two years from the date of cancellation. If we fail to make our commitment regarding the number of heli-fishing days allotted in your package, refunds will be given at CAD$ 500 + GST per day.

Package Overview

Bell 2 Lodge provides access to the remote and seldom fished Nass River Watershed. Due to the remoteness and lack of access to this system, very few anglers will fish the Nass waters each year. The run of fish is comprised of only wild stock and these fish are concentrated in the four tributary rivers and numerous small creeks that we fish on a daily basis. Low angler densities and exceptional local knowledge of these rivers provide our guests with an unparalleled angling experience.

The flexibility and access provided by the helicopter will greatly increase the quality of your experience while helping to reduce the risk of poor water conditions. We can almost always find fishable water regardless of weather conditions. In rare instances weather will prevent us from flying on a particular day. Our packages allow anglers to share the cost of the helicopter to make this special experience possible at a reasonable price. Customized itineraries will be considered if anglers have schedule conflicts and space is available.

Dates and Availability

All packages start on Friday and end the following Friday. Fishing on last day ends at noon.

Maximum of six (6) rods available each week.

2009

Arrival & Departure Information

Guests are responsible for bookings flights to Terrace, BC. Arrival time in Terrace should be scheduled for the morning of your transfer day to the lodge. Departure time from Terrace should be scheduled for the evening of your departure day. This will maximize your fishing time and allow for delays due to weather. It is our desire to schedule all guests on each package with the same flight information to provide seamless transfers and no waiting time.

Transfer Schedule:

Fishing Program

Although we are not limited by excessive angler numbers to need a particular “rotation”, we strive to fish water equally. This provides variety for our clients and resting time for the most productive water and more importantly the fish. We usually fish in groups of two anglers but occasionally there may be up to three rods per guide. Every attempt is made to fish virgin water at all times during the week. You will see all sections of the rivers we fish during your trip provided conditions are average or better.

When conditions are average a realistic expectation is to hook 2-4 fish per day averaging 12-15 lbs.

Weather and Water Conditions

The biggest factor affecting your success during any week of river fishing will be the water conditions. The timing of heavy rainfall and unseasonably temperatures cannot be predicted and this is the risk we must accept as fisherman. Our unique location at Bell 2 Lodge provides access to a number of rivers that are affected by different geographical and physical characteristics.

On a typical year, late August and early September provides dry conditions making the rivers run low and clear. All snow melt is down and glacial influences are minimal. Due to our northern location in the mountains the temperatures remain cool. Moderate rainfall will have little impact on our river conditions throughout the steelhead season.

Angler Ability and Guide Service

We cater to all levels of anglers. The water we fish is so diverse all anglers will be in situations likened to their ability and desires. The fishing can never be described as “easy” and a decent physical condition is required to wade and fish all day long.

Guides are chosen for their outgoing personalities, fly fishing and wilderness knowledge and their passion for guest service.

Reservations and Inquiries:

Head Office:
P.O. Box 1118,
Vernon, British Columbia, V1T 6N4
Tel: 250.558.7980
Fax: 250.558.7981
Toll Free North America: 1.888.655.5566
Email: fishing@bell2lodge.com
Website: steelhead-fishing.net

All bookings from U.K. based clients will be handled by our exclusive sales agent James Morland of Elemental Adventure Ltd. Tel: +44 (0) 870 738 7838 Email: info@eladv.com Web site: eladv.com