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“Reel” Estate Fishing Report for The San Juan Islands

Fawn — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 17:42:22 +0000

Fishing out in the San Juan Islands has been pretty slow overall. The Black mouth Salmon opener was December 1st and from our reports it was pretty hit & miss. We did have 1 favorable report from over at Point Thompson (north end of Orcas Island) – a lucky fisherman hit the jackpot and landed 8 fish in 4 hours ranging from 10-20 pounds, unfortunately they were all native fish and had to be released.

This is pretty typical for the December fishery but as we get to the latter part of January expect the reports to heat up. Alden Bank outside sandy point was hot January 25 to 30th last year. The Reel Estate boat landed 25 salmon in 3 trips so if you are looking for the current report, make sure to call the hotline and see if the fish are in. 360-303-2734

The Roche Harbor Salmon Classic Invitational is February 2-4, 2012 and The Johnson Team 2902 Trophy will be at the cannon start ready to go at 7am sharp.

If you would like to be entered to win a fresh salmon fillet from the derby courtesy of The Johnson Team Real Estate tex the word JohnsonTeam to 22828 to be entered to win!

*Winners must be able to pick up fillet in Bellingham.

For more information on Bellingham Real Estate or to search for homes in the Bellingham and Whatcom County area visit www.JohnsonTeamRealEstate.com, your one stop Bellingham real estate and community information resource!

Sandy Point Bullhead Derby

Rich — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 16:13:25 +0000

Annual Sandy Point Bullhead Derby

Lauren Bredeson - a Proud Winner

Saturday August 20th was a great day for the kids at Sandy Point. It was the 6th Annual Bullhead Derby. There must have been 100 of them running around at the awards ceremony. The biggest fish was over a pound but even the kids that caught the smaller ones had a great time. Hot dogs, chips and soft drinks were provided and it could not have been a better day with the 70+ degree temperatures. Lauren, one of the smaller members of The Johnson Team landed a 6 oz beauty and was rewarded with a free Kayak rental for 2 Days from LFS in Bellingham. All the prizes were donated and we thank all of the companies for their support.

Enjoy your tour of Sandy Point and it’s ammenities

The Salmon Are Biting Out in the Water’s of The San Juan Islands

Fawn — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 03:36:41 +0000

: Mike Bredeson with his 20 lbs Chinook Salmon

The Johnson Team’s own Mike Bredeson and his good friend Lance Lootens were out fishing in the Northern San Juan Islands last Sunday, and managed to land this bright 20 pound Chinook Salmon. They brought the fish in just off Sucia Island on the wall just North of Shallow Bay.

The fishing conditions have been incredible lately and the fish seem to have started to show up too! Since the July 1st opening the “Reel Estate” 2902 Trophy of Mike Bredeson’s has managed to land 19 spring salmon.

If you are thinking of heading out fishing in the Puget Sound or the water’s of the San Juan Islands don’t hesitate to contact Mike Bredeson with the Johnson Team at (360) 303-2734 as he would be happy to share the latest “hot spot.”

Bellingham Salmon Derby Coming Soon!

Fawn — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 20:43:35 +0000

If you are into fishing then you won’t want to miss out on the Puget Sound Anglers Bellingham Salmon Derby. This year’s derby is being held July 8th-10th. Prizes for the derby are $5,000 for first place, $2,500 for second place and $1,000 for third place with two secret weight prices of $500 each.

If you have never participated in the derby you should check out the Bellingham PSA website to learn more about the event. Fishing for the event is in what is known as “Area 7″ more commonly referred to as the San Juan Island area. According to the PSA website last year there were 364 entrants into the derby, including 63 kids. Fishing starts at day break each morning and the awards ceremony is held at 1pm at the Squalicum Harbor boat launch.

To learn more about the derby or to enter visit the Bellingham Puget Sound Angelers website.

Fishing is Good in the San Juans

Mike — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 21:34:41 +0000

Another bright fish caught in the Northern San Juans. Mike took his little brother Tommy out for his birthday on Thursday evening and managed to get him on this nice fish.

The salmon are running a little shallower than normal and when they hit- it is a madhouse. The battle lasted about 10 minutes and 3 big runs of the line. Crab pots were dropped on the north end of Orcas with no results.

There is a ton of bait in the islands- the hot spot has been Tide Pt on Cypress–

If you need any tips- we are just a call away. 360-303-2734

PSA Salmon Derby dates are set – July 10th,11th and 12th

Mike — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 17:16:26 +0000

The Puget Sound Anglers Salmon Derby is set to kick off- July 10th in marine area 7. The derby will go till the 12th with the final weigh in at 12 noon. Be sure to get your tickets quick as there will only be 500 issued.

Prizes are as follows- 1st $5,000, 2nd $2,500, 3rd $1,000— and there are a couple secret weights for $500 each– plus-

these great prizes…

$600 Gift Certificate from B&J Fiberglass

4 – $250 gift certificates from Vander Yacht propane

A log truck load of firewood from Gradework’s Inc. and delivered to you by Brett Engholm Trucking

A load of gravel from Concrete Norwest

A gift certificate good for one free haul out from Seaview North Boat Yard – up to a 50 ft. boat

A gift certificate for 1/2 off a spray in bedliner from Tucker’s Tuffer Coatings

A pickup load of firewood from Chris McCall

Lots of restaurant gift certificates

A gift certificate from Wood’s Logging

In addition to these great prizes, many more prizes will be awarded.

It is a fun derby with plenty of kid’s prizes- it really is a family derby- so bring the whole family along. If you are not from the area and need tips on the fishing spots- just give us a call and we’ll be happy to help-360-303-2734

In Whatcom County- you can get your derby tickets at LFS, Yeagers & Clearwater– in Lynden at Daves Sporting Goods– In Burlington, Holiday Sports and Bayside Marine in Everett– Good luck to all!

Sandy Point Canal entrance

Mike — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 17:38:32 +0000

For those of you that use the canal entrance at Sandy Point, just west of Ferndale- be careful. We went down yesterday and had a look at the minus 3.8 tide– there was about 12 inches of water across the middle. The depth hasn’t really changed much over the past 10 years- but the way to navigate through has. In the past we would hug the north edge and now it appears- center all the way in is the better option. Going out run the center line, go about 50 ft out of the breakwater and then turn left and go just inside the green marker. So it looks to me like at a “zero tide” we all should be good- with over 3 feet of water.

For the opening of Salmon July 1st in marine area 7– the low is 0.2 at 8:18 for Sandy Point– should be easy access.

If you have any questions for boating in the San Juans, moorage in Bellingham or Sandy Point- or for questions on Sandy Point Real Estate- just give us a call 360-303-2734

Monster Halibut Caught by Team Reel-Estate & The Bredesons

Mike — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 21:28:23 +0000

Mike Bredeson Guides the “Reel Estate” to the Halibut Grounds

Reel-Estate Going out for the Big Ones

Sunday was a great morning out on the water in the San Juans. Mike & Kim left the dock at Roche Harbor on San Juan Island- and turned the corner heading south. Crossing the border below Darcy Island (Canada side of the border). Just on the west side of the Rockfish Protection Zone near Zero Rock- they landed a nice 40# Halibut- and lost a couple other nice fish.

Kim Bredeson with Monster Halibut

If you are looking to fish in that zone- just give us a call and we’ll share the secrets- 360-303-2734.

Sidney BC Fishing Derby 2009

Mike — Wed, 06 May 2009 18:10:53 +0000

Mike and Kim Bredeson and "Reel Estate" in the Sidney Fishing Derby

Sidney Angler’s Derby May 1st and 2nd 2009

The 13th annual Sidney anglers fishing derby was a success, despite that only around 40 fish were weighed in for 2 days and 100 boats. The “Team Reel Estate” ( Mike & Kim Bredeson, with Lance & Connie Lootens) managed to land a small salmon and then a keeper 13.5 pounder. Not enough to make the leader board but a good time was had by all. A local fisherman from Sidney BC took home the first place prize- 2nd place went to Jay Field from Anacortas Washington – Jay is the chairman for the March Derby held in Anacortas .

Third Place went to Kirk Hawley & Mike McAuley from Bellingham.

Kirk Hawley With his $1000.00 check

They are great local firsherman with many derby wins under their belts.

Lance and Connie Lootens with their catch

Be sure to check back for other upcoming derby results as well as prawn, crab and ling cod catches. If any tips are needed for fishing in the northern San Juans- we are happy to help. Not only can I help with your fishing questions but if you happen to have a question about Bellingham Real Estate, well, I can help you there too.