Good Hope Cannery

For my first blog post, I thought it would be a great time to discuss a little bit about the fishing season last year and a bit about the upcoming fishing season. Although much of this information can be found in our most recent newsletter, I thought it bears repeating as we get closer to and more excited for summer 2010.

When our trips start to fill up, and our guest list starts to look a lot like what it will for the season, I start getting amped up. Seeing all those familiar names brings back memories of their previous trips and reminds me of why we’re in this business – to see great people have a trip of a lifetime. How many of you remember the amazing Coho fishing from 2009? It should be just as exciting to catch Chinook this year and I can’t wait to see you bragging about your latest catch (or your latest release). The colder ocean temperature and abundant food sources we have been seeing are making ocean survival rates very high. Combine this with our very successful hatchery program, and Rivers Inlet is looking to be one of the highlights on the coast this summer.

It’s been a great experience getting to know those of you who I have had the chance to meet. For those of you thinking of coming up this year, please do! We have all of the factors to make your trip the best: calm waters, scenery, camaraderie and a consistent level of high quality, professional service and equipment. We will do what we can to make this season the best possible!

George