On November 12th there will be an advanced salmon fishing seminar held at the newly opened Charters River Salmon Interpretive Centre. The centre and the adjoining hatchery are located on the Charters River at 2895 Sooke River Rd about a half mile before the Sooke Potholes parking lot. The afternoon's presentations will begin at noon and conclude at 4pm. Guest speakers are Tom Davis of Rhys Davis Fishing Lures, Malcolm Russell of Russell Electronics and Joanne Harrison of Island Outfitters.

Chris Bos will MC the seminar and will give an outlook for the 2012 recreational halibut fishery and possible actions planned. Tom Davis will speak on trolling with bait, choosing the right flashers and other gear. Malcolm Russell will speak on fishing with electricity and understanding electrolysis. Joanne Harrison will speak on advanced techniques in the use of hootchies and spoons, and how to target bigger fish.

The seminar will begin at 12 noon and conclude at 4pm. Cost is $25.00 per person with 100 tickets being available. All proceeds are being donated to the Charters River Salmon Interpretive Centre. Tickets available at Island Outfitters, Trotac, Westshore Sport Fishing and Eagle Eyes Outfitters. There are door prizes and a draw for a new in box ACE Line Hauler

Ticket holders may want to come a bit early and have a look around the grounds and the buildings before the seminar begins.