In an effort to ensure all guests receive the best fishing experience possible, BC Sportfishing Group has defined a set of policies and protocols to be followed by all Guides. Trip Day Preparation – Guides will always arrive at the designated location in advance of the designated time and be well prepared for the day. Every effort must be made to prepare for the unexpected to ensure the day proceeds as expected for the client.
Boat & Equipment – Guides must always ensure a well organized boat with equipment ready for the day of fishing. Guides will ensure:
- A boat that is clean and well organized, all necessary fishing and safety equipment on board and with food and fish coolers that are clean
- Clean rods, and reels that are ready to go and in great working order
- Baits that are prepared and fishing tackle organized and ready to fish
- Lunches that are properly stored and cooled with sufficient bottled water for all guests
Trip Start – Guides will ensure a successful start to the trip by:
- Ensuring proper introductions are made that clients receive a friendly welcome – offer clients help in loading the boat, coolers, and storing extra gear on board
- Explaining safety protocol to everyone, pointing out all safety equipment
- Explaining standard boating protocols and etiquette
- Ensure all fishing licenses and client waivers have been properly completed
On the boat – While we can’t guarantee clients will catch fish we can guarantee the best service and experience for the client. To make this happen guides will:
- Prior to fishing ask clients how involved they would like you to be when it comes to rod set-up and setting the hook
- Demonstrate our commitment to sustainability – together with our guests we will handle all fish with care, we will scan, tag and record all sturgeon caught in conjunction with the Fraser River Sturgeon Conservation Society
- Point out areas of interest, wildlife and share what history of the area we have
- At the end of the trip – Before the end of the day be sure you are filling out accurate fish catch reports and that all fishing licenses and payment details for licenses are accounted for.
Daily safety and Conservation Protocol
Guide Minimum Safety Requirement – All BC Sportfishing Group guides need to have completed the following:
- MED A3 – Emergency safety training as required by Transport Canada
- Advanced Occupational First Aid – St Johns Ambulance
- Pleasure Craft Operating Competency Card
Safety – It the guides responsibility to ensure that the boat has all the required safety equipment necessary for the number of passengers on the boat.
Accidents and Medical Emergencies – Sometimes things happen on the water no matter how hard you work to prevent an accident. If an accident does take place follow the Golden rules:
- Do Not Endanger any one else
- Do Not Leave anybody behind
- Do Not Panic
- Always practice good Seamanship
