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SOME OF THE BEST ATLANTIC SALMON FISHING
Flowers River is ideal for new Atlantic Salmon anglers who don't have a lot of wading experience, or for fishermen who may not be quite as steady on their feet as they once were, but still love to wade.
The river, under most flows, is gin clear. In many of the pools, you will be able to see the fish, and we challenge you to try and not pull too quickly when you see a 20-plus pound Salmon leave the bottom mouth open and head for your dry fly! There are anglers who claim, and even swear to the fact, that they’ve hooked fish in the forty-pound class, but can’t hang on to them. Come and see for yourself - maybe you’ll be the one to finally land one!
Booking
INFORMATION
2024 Atlantic Salmon all-inclusive, 6 Day Fly Fishing Package – $11,299 CDN + HST
Includes:
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Airport shuttle & ground transportation in Goose Bay
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Bunkhouse accommodations in Goose Bay, including continental breakfast. (Double occupancy. One night - Pre and post-trip)
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Float plane to and from Goose Bay to Camp
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Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and evening snacks
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Accommodations
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Fishing Guide, one per two anglers
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Wifi
Booking time on great salmon rivers like the Flowers is often a matter of being patient and persistent. Our booking policy is quite simple and awards our long-standing customers for their loyalty. Once you’ve had a chance to visit with us, you will be given the first option to book for the following year.
If you are a returning customer, you’ll have until September 15th to confirm your spot for the following year and will be required to make a 50% deposit by October 31st. Between September 15-30th we will email our waitlist, update the information below, and new customers will be given the opportunity to book the available space.
New customers will be required to make a 50% deposit when booking. Final payment will be required by March 15th.
BOOKING
GETTING HERE
There are scheduled flights to and from Goose Bay from most major International, Canadian, and U.S. cities through Halifax, St. John’s or Moncton (direct flights into Goose Bay are limited)
You will need to arrive in Goose Bay the day before your departure to the lodge. (so if you are Booked Aug 14-20, you will need to arrive in Goose Bay no later than Aug 13. We will have a representative from the lodge meet you at the airport, take you to our Bunkhouse, and then to the float plane the next morning. We will do the same on your departure date. Ground transfers in Goose Bay and your room (double occupancy) at our Bunkhouse one night before and after your time in camp are included in your package. We provide coffee and continental breakfast at the bunkhouse, however other meals in Goose Bay are not provided.
Please note: if you miss your charter flight into camp, or your bags do not arrive in time, getting them/you to camp will be at your own expense.
OTTER CREEK BUNKHOUSE
We purchased and renovated what we call “The Bunkhouse” at Otter Creek 2017 and accommodations here are now included as a part of your fishing package.
We know it’s not always easy to get to Goose Bay, so we want to make sure it’s as easy as possible once you get to us. A room at the Bunkhouse (double occupancy) is included the night before your week at camp as well as the night you come out.
On any particular evening, we may have single rooms available at an additional charge. Please speak to our staff if you’d like to see if one is available.
If you want to arrive a day for time zone adjustment or a safety net for travel, you can check with us and add nights to your stay for $125 + hst per night.
A continental breakfast is included and there are kitchen facilities available if you’d prefer to cook a meal than to go out.
BAGGAGE
It is important to note that we have a very strict policy when it comes to baggage weight. This is because the charter equipment used is designed to carry a certain payload for maximum safety, and safety is our main concern.
Max weight of baggage is 50 pounds per person and, unlike commercial airlines, this is NOT 50 pounds for a checked bag plus a carry-on – it’s fifty pounds, total, period.
Asking the plane operator to take more can compromise everyone’s safety and that is unacceptable.
We highly recommend that you weigh your bags prior to leaving home as if you are over the limit, you will be required to leave any excess at the float plane dock in Goose Bay.
WEATHER
Labrador weather is unpredictable, to say the least, and can sometimes be challenging.
We suggest that you pack a set of warm clothes should the weather drop to the low end of the range, which would be about 5 degrees Celsius.
At the same time that we tell you to pack a set of warm clothes, please remember that it’s not uncommon to see the temperature reach 30 degrees Celsius
ACCOMMODATIONS
The Main Lodge at Flowers River was constructed of red cedar logs some 60 years ago and houses our kitchen, dining room, and two private bedrooms, each with their own en-suite.
We also have two log cabins that accommodate two anglers each, and our newest building is a stunning three-bedroom, six-person log cabin. The grounds also have a large screened-in wader room, which most evenings, becomes the center for a lot of great fishing tales.
The entire property is powered by solar energy and has satellite wifi available.
WHAT TO
pack
Remembering that you are limited to 50 pounds of gear, the following is a checklist of important things to bring and we are happy to answer any questions you might have.
RODS
First, we’d like to suggest that you bring at least two fly rods. The camp will have few sets of spare gear, but having an extra rod is always a good idea. 4pc rods are also easier to travel with than 2-piece rods.
Rods should be 8 1/2′ – 10′ designed for 7 – 9 weight floating lines. If you use a two-handed rod, the Flowers is an ideal spot for you.
Rarely do we have a problem with close quarters for back casts and under average water conditions, we have some pretty large pools.
Two-handed rods, including switch and Spey rods, are useful on some pools. Rods ranging from 10 1/2′ – 13′, casting light Scandi heads in the 390-480 gram weights, are the most useful.
Our pools are very “quiet”, so touch-and-go Scandi casts are favored over the Skagit style, water-born casts.
WADERS & RAIN GEAR
Waders are an important part of your tackle. Please make sure your waders don’t leak before starting out on your trip. The Flowers is an easy river to wade and most wading soles will work well. Chest waders are preferred over hip waders.
Just as waders are important, so is your rain gear. There is nothing worse than being cold and miserable on the river. Bring a good set of rain gear or a good-quality wading jacket.
REELS, FLY LINES & LEADERS
Reels should have a good drag system and should be outfitted with a minimum of 100 yards of backing, 200 would be better.
Floating fly lines are the norm and, again, 7-9 weights matched to your rod are ideal.
Leaders again are a personal thing, in that some anglers choose to use tapered leaders and some use straight. You should have 6 – 12 pound tippet, which will provide for whatever the water conditions are when you arrive.
Tapered or not tapered is up to you, keeping in mind that tapered leaders are easier to turn over and as such usually lead to a better presentation of the fly.
OTHER
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Ball cap or wide-brimmed hat
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Wearable Bug netting if desired.
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Insect repellent
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Sunscreen
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Polarized sunglasses
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Camera
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iPad
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Medications
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Travel documents
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Warm clothing
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Reading material
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Fly tying gear
Flies
FLOWERS RIVER
Pictured here are most of the popular patterns you’ll need at Flowers River. I say most of the time, because someone always seems to be inventing a new one that works well. Come equipped with these and you will be good to go.
SIZE
TIES ON SITE
You’ll note that looking at the pictures above that we use some pretty small flies at Flowers. Make sure when you’re getting prepared, you have some smaller sizes, both in wets and dries. Not uncommon for us to use flies in sizes down to 10’s and 12’s.
If you run short or need something special, several of our guides are world class fly tiers who will be happy to sell you flies at the camp. Keep in mind that they spend long days on the river and don’t have that much time to tie, so come prepared and use them for back up.
ORDERING FLIES IN ADVANCE
If you’d like to order flies in advance of your trip, Daryl Burry or Brian Sweeney will be happy to fill your order and have it waiting at the lodge for you. Please note that fly orders will have to be placed well in advance of the season to insure that your order is ready.
Daryl Burry salmonghillie.db@gmail.com
Brian Sweeny bsweeney@eastlink.ca
BARBLESS HOOKS
Angling for Atlantic Salmon in Newfoundland and Labrador is only permitted with the use of a single barbless hook. This is a government regulation and the enforcement of same will be strictly regulated at Camp. Please make sure that your barbs are pinched before you get to camp and please make sure to bring a good pair of pliers, just in case.
PREFERRED SUPPLIERS
If you’re having difficulty sourcing equipment for your trip, the following suppliers are ones that we have dealt with in the past and will be able to assist you in getting ready.
FLOWERS LOWER RIVER
Adventure
For the past several seasons, we have been exploring a section of river downriver from the Main Lodge and the waters we traditionally fish. In 2020, we built a tent camp space and made booking available for two rods.
We need to let you know that this is roughing it. Your accommodations will be a well-appointed tent camp, complete with bunks, mattresses, wood stove and cook stove. The tent is surrounded by a bear fence. We have added an outhouse and shower facility. On the last night of your trip, you will be taken by hovercraft back to the main camp. You will sleep in our bunkroom and enjoy a late dinner in the dining room and the opportunity to share stories with other anglers.
You will access the the lower river by way of our hovercraft and once dropped off, you and your guide will have a 20’ canoe and motor, with which to visit the many pools and runs.
You will also be responsible to help with Camp chores such as cooking, dishwashing, and firewood gathering. We will have communication devices available, so that there will always be contact with the main Lodge, and have added Starlink Internet Service as well.
If the above description seems a little harsh, it’s because we wanted to paint a very clear picture of what to expect. However, you can also expect an incredible experience.
Imagine this: you will be camped out in the pure true wilderness of Labrador and have unlimited access to an entire section of river that the rest of our guests cannot fish. Come and go as you please, relax when you want and fish when you want. Step outside the camp into the water and fish, or explore the lower river.
As a reminder, there is no private water in all of Newfoundland and Labrador. The inaccessibility of Flowers River makes it difficult for anyone other than our guests to get there, however it’s not impossible. We make this statement as there may be times in your Downriver Adventure where you encounter another angler or two.
**Downriver Pricing is the same as Main Camp Pricing** For further details or to make a booking, please contact Heather at labradorlodges@gmail.com or call at 902-830-8593.
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Questions
If you have questions or are ready to book, please fill out the form or contact Heather at the number below.
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