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Spring – A fresh start
Spring is a burst of new energy and the warmth of the sun. It is new vibrant colours from
the first blade of green grass, to the budding of a new leaf, crisp blue skies, and
snowcapped peaks. With the spring the river gains in size and large migrations of Sockeye
Salmon fry and smolt take place. With a billion one-year old Sockeye heading to the
Pacific Ocean and billions of minute fry hatching and making their way to Chilko Lake, the
Rainbow Trout and Bull Trout congregate in the river for a feast. Steelhead are spotted
spawning in the shallows and leaping out of the Chilko River to have a look around. Wild
roses and Sunflowers are starting to bloom on the side hills, giving the land more and
more colour.
Summer – Warmth and Beauty
Summertime means big hatches, blue skies, warm days, alpine trips and wildflowers. Dry fly
fishing on the river starts and the laughter can be heard from trail where the riders are
cantering through the trees along the water. Life does not get any better than this!
Indian Summer – "When the river turns red"
Indian Summer in September and October is a very special time of year at Chilko. It is
an explosion of autumn colours, an abundance of wildlife, and an orchestra of sounds. With
the changing seasons the Sockeye & Chinook salmon return in vast numbers, spawning on
the river and lake. The water wiggles with red spawning fish, bringing down the Grizzly
Bear, Black Bear, Bald Eagles, Peregrine Falcons, Herons, Ducks, Ospreys, and other
wildlife to feast on the dead salmon that have already laid their eggs for the cycle to
begin all over. This is a wonderful time to visit Tsylos Park Lodge!
Winter – A time to rest
Soft falling snowflakes bury the earth and silence falls within our valley. The
Trumpeter Swans move into Chilko and add their grace and beauty to the splendor of the
frozen land. Only the running water of Chilko River reminds us of earlier times, and the
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