The Birth of River Therapy Retreat & Fishing IN bc

I am Bryce Welti, your Fraser River guide to fishing in BC. While I have been guiding Fraser River fishing charters since 2017, I’ve been fishing Chilliwack and the Fraser Valley my whole life. My passion for fishing sprouted in my early years. I would hop in my dad’s truck at the crack of dawn with sleep still in my eyes, anxious to get on the river.


River Therapy Retreat & Fishing was manifested from those many days spent growing up salmon fishing in BC. I just loved casting a line with my feet planted in the ever-changing rivers, surrounded by lush rainforest and boundless mountain ranges. This was the experience I wanted to share as guide to fishing in Chilliwack and the Fraser Valley.

Why we consider fishing to be therapy

Fishing the BC Fraser River helps people unplug from the daily grind, the constant dread on the news, and the trappings of material things. These fishing adventures on the Fraser connect you to the present. You can focus on the sound of the leaves blowing in the wind on crisp autumn days, or the rushing river as the warm summer sun hits your face. Our fishing tours provide the most natural way for anyone to experience the wellness benefits of fishing.

Then there’s that great adrenaline rush pulsing through your veins as you reel in “the big one”, whether BC salmon or the mighty sturgeon. These exhilarating experiences outdoors seeing the wild side of nature, is even recognized by mental health experts as adventure therapy. These are the things that feed your soul and create unforgettable bonding moments and memories.