West Coast Fishing With Dave, conveniently located in Ucluelet's, inner harbor offers Halibut Charters and excursions to various destinations on West Coast of Vancouver Island. The Halibut is the largest of flatfishes and has a thick, but narrow, elongated body. Halibut typically range from about 30 to 300 pounds, in fact, they can get so large they have earned the nickname "barn doors" due to their size and shape. Halibut, who also go by Hippoglossus stenolepis (translates as "hippo of the sea") is a fin fish that is a member of the flounder family. Fresh halibut meat is sparkling white and firm. It is a lean, mild tasting fish whose firm meat holds together well. Halibut cheeks are more tender in texture. May through September are the best months to consider a Halibut Charter in the on the banks of the west coast of Vancouver Island . They are also fantastic months to explore all the other things that Ucluelet, BC has to offer. Contact West Coast Fishing With Dave now for more information on Halibut Charters in Ucluelet.