West Coast Crab Fishing
Get out on the water and learn the quintessential West Coast skill of crab fishing along Vancouver’s scenic shoreline. Join an experienced local guide who will walk you through the entire process — from getting your Pacific fishing license to baiting traps, checking your catch, and identifying legal crab species. This hands-on outdoor experience is perfect for nature lovers, outdoor adventurers, and anyone wanting a unique adventure with a local flavour.
📍 Location: Ferry Building, West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
✨ Highlights / Key Points:
🐚 Receive your Pacific fishing license and learn local regulations
🦀 Bait and set crab traps like a pro
⏱️ Wait and retrieve traps on the water
🔍 Identify, examine and keep legal-sized crabs
🌊 Beginner-friendly, light activity led by a knowledgeable local
📸 Capture photos of your catch and coastal scenery
✅ What’s Included:
One-day Pacific fishing license (provided)
Professional local guide
Crab traps and basic gear
Instruction on baiting, soaking, and retrieving traps
❌ What’s Not Included:
Transportation to/from Ferry Building
Food, drinks, and personal snacks
Cooler for transporting crab (if not going straight home)
Gratuities