When the world renowned Campbell River Tyee Club was born in 1924, even more fishermen were attracted to Campbell River to fish. E.P. Painter, among others, helped to further propel the sports fishing industry in Campbell River, with his creation of the Tyee Boat , and his popular fishing lodge, Painter's Lodge. A photo of early sports fishermen in the Campbell River area, taken in 1889. In addition to fishing for the great Tyee, many a fishermen also sought the coho and spring salmon. Fly-fishing is an art that uses immense skill and technique to catch a coho, steelhead, or cutthroat trout.
People sportfish for many reasons.
The challenge and the thrill of the catch is what draws many a fisher to the sport. As one can see, the salmon is a part of a fisher's being. Salmon touches all aspects of many people's lives along the Northwest Coast. Top of page.