STS Winter & Spring Fishing update for Fraser Valley. Join us for our 30th season guiding on the Fraser River going to be another great season. Although we fish all year round our next peak fishery is coming up fast. March 15 to May 15 is what we consider a primetime to fish for sturgeon. … Continue reading STS Winter/Spring Update →

OUTLOOK  Happy Family Day Long Weekend! We hope everyone is going to have the opportunity to spend some quality time with the family and maybe get out on the water with them. Though the weather is not going to be perfect it doesn’t look too wet or stormy so it should be a good weekend... The post Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: February 16 2...

As the winter months pass us by we are back with another QCL Signature Series recipe. This time featuring Smoked Salmon Beets and a Goat Cheese Dressing – A salad perfect for lunch or in addition to dinner. Materials 3 Beets medium sized 90ml Olive Oil 115g Goat Cheese 60ml Buttermilk 15ml White Wine Vinegar […] The post QCL Signatures Series | Sa...

OUTLOOK  We had a good week of fishing after the rivers settled from last week’s storms and we expect more solid fishing with a nice mix of clouds and reasonably light precipitation to keep the water levels from getting too low.     This week we have details on the Squamish and the Chilliwack but the big... The post Pacific Angler Friday Fishing R...

Most anglers have their favourite fishing gear; special vest best rod lucky lures killer flies and the list goes on. But one item that seems to be high on the list of essentials is their fishing hat.  And judging by the number of hats we see at the Lodge we can confirm that is often […] The post The QCL Hat appeared first on Queen Charlotte Lodge....

OUTLOOK  As we are sure you all know it was a very wet week with local rivers getting blown out by the rain that came with the storm systems over the last week.  It is looking to be mainly dry in the next week so that is a good thing for those living in areas... The post Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: February 2 2024 appeared first on Pacif...

OUTLOOK Warning – They are forecasting a massive storm starting tomorrow.  For the Squamish area we are seeing 50mm + forecasted for Sat/Sun/Mon and a little less forecasted for out in the valley but still some solid rain headed your way. It is rare we see 50-75mm forecasted in one day nevertheless 3 days of... The post Pacific Angler Friday Fishi...

OUTLOOK We hope everyone enjoyed the snow days and were able to stay safe and warm!   We can appreciate if not many of you went out fishing as conditions were tough. Things are going to get interesting on the fishing front now that the snowstorm has passed. With warm wet weather hitting the entire coast... The post Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Re...

The New Year is officially in full swing and we’re here to bring you another QCL Signatures Series recipe. Straight from our Chefs to you the Herb Crusted Halibut. This recipe is nostalgic for us as it was featured on our Main Lodge A La e menu many years ago. Who remembers it?! Change up […] The post QCL Signatures Series | Herb Crusted Halibut a...

OUTLOOK Incoming cold snap!  If you poked your head out the door at all in the last 24 hours you will know that we are in the middle of our first real cold snap of the winter.  With it fishing will slow down across the board.  Reports were great on both the saltwater and rivers... The post Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: January 12 2024 appe...

OUTLOOK  Happy New Year everyone! The good winter fishing weather continues! We need to define this a little. You may be scratching your head at this statement if you are looking out the window at drizzly less than pleasant weather. For winter fishing weather we want to see reasonably warm temperatures with waves of wet... The post Pacific Angler...

It’s 2024! Full of promise for the adventurous among us; turning the page on another year is something we look forward to. Around here we know it’s time to roll up our sleeves and prepare for the downhill rush to Opening Day! It’ll be here before you know it. A seasonal resort is by definition […] The post Happy New Year! appeared first on Queen C...

OUTLOOK  We can’t believe we are sitting down to write the last Friday Fishing Report of 2023!  Where did the year go?   We wish you all a happy and healthy start to the new year and look forward to seeing you in the shop or on the water in 2024.  For those of you who haven’t... The post Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: December 29 2023 appea...

Pacific Angler Boxing Week Sale Tuesday December 26 2023 – 10am to 6pmWednesday December 27 – Saturday December 30 – Regular Store HoursSunday December 31 – 11am to 3pm Pacific Angler – 78 East Broadway Vancouver BC PARKING Due to ongoing Broadway Subway construction there is limited parking available on Broadway.  We do have some FREE... The post...

OUTLOOK  Happy almost Christmas everyone!  We hope you all are having a good holiday season no matter what you are celebrating.  We also know that the season can be a bustle.  If you have loved ones who are fishers or have loved ones asking you what you want for Christmas a gift card is always... The post Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: Dece...

Like most we often find ourselves spending the final few weeks of December reflecting on the previous year. As we shift towards the New Year and upcoming season we want to take a moment to thank you. Thank you for choosing QCL thank you for enjoying all the little moments that define us thank you […] The post Happy Holidays appeared first on Queen...

OUTLOOK This week we have a short report but it is packed with details if you plan to Steelhead on the Chilliwack or hit the sea to sky this season. Last week we looked at an overview of how to fish for Steelhead on the Chilliwack. This week Taylor takes a little deeper dive on... The post Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: December 15 2023 app...

It’s back – our Winter Chinook Charter Special!  We are enjoying another great start to our winter chinook season and we can’t wait to get you out on the water! Our guests have been enjoying great fishing and prawning since early November so now is the time to book!It’s been so good we decided to start our annual Winter Chinook... The post Get on...

The Holiday’s are quickly approaching and with them come the holiday get-togethers. Shake things up and wow your guests with this Salmon Dip recipe. It’s the perfect pairing for your holiday party. Check out our signature Salmon Dip recipe below and don’t forget to check back monthly as our chef’s create new recipes for you […] The post QCL Signat...

OUTLOOK December is moving fast and it is time to start thinking steelhead!  It is still early but for the guys and girls who get out now the scouting will pay off in January.  The water levels have been up and down across the Lower Mainland this week and with good flows for this weekend... The post Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: December 8...

OUTLOOK  We are going to see some weather this weekend and it could be a good thing for the end of the spring river fishing season. We are watching water levels bump up as we write the report and for many of the systems a little water is a good thing.   This week we have... The post Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: April 26 2024 appeared firs...