This past trip was a rare Haida Gwaii Gem filled with relatively calm waters sun and an accumulating abundance of grey whales orcas and humpbacks as the large mammals make their migration north in anticipation of one of the largest herring runs in recent years. Despite the ample conditions estimated returning salmon and herring numbers […] The pos...

The excitement is palpable as the fishing season kicks into high gear with reels spinning and guides cheering on anglers from all over. The first few weeks have been a whirlwind of activity showcasing why we’re so passionate about our career.   The QCL fleet has been in the thick of the action with flurries […] The post Reeling in Success at QCL a...

OUTLOOK Happy Father’s Day and Family Fishing Weekend everyone! In this week’s report we share the details on how you can take friends and family out fishing on this weekend’s Family Fishing event!  We also have a look at interior and local lakes we take a have a deep dive on river water levels around... The post Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Repo...

Summer is almost upon us and with summer comes first class fishing trips and fish you can turn into delicacies. The warm weather of the summer calls for our chef’s salmon burgers to be enjoyed on the patio with friends. Don’t forget to tell them how you brought this one into the boat among your […] The post QCL Signatures Series | Salmon Burgers a...

Fishing is not the only wonderful part of your QCL Experience. While it’s often what brings us all together QCL has developed into a first-class experience that extends beyond the rods. Much of your time on the water is looking along the coastline taking in the marine ecosystem and wildlife that seemingly puts on a […] The post Beyond the Tides ap...

The fishing scene is starting to heat up! Chinook salmon are stealing the spotlight ranging from 10 to 15 pounds these beauties are keeping anglers on their toes. With the occasional 20+ pounder adding excitement to the mix and cheers in the Bell Ringer. Coho and Chum salmon are also making appearances adding variety to […] The post Kingfisher Rep...

OUTLOOK  The great weather that was predicted last week is coming! We are going to see the first mid 20 temps of the year this weekend and it should make for some great fishing conditions.   The good weather covers almost all of the province so if you are sticking close to home or heading out... The post Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: June...

Welcome to the 2024 Season It’s a Guide’s Life blog series. A little different than our Kingfisher Report this blog will provide insights into what a day in the life of a guide at Queen Charlotte Lodge entails! Whether it be a big fish amazing wildlife or just a great day with guests having fun. […] The post Guide’s Life appeared first on Queen Ch...

Welcome back folks to another Kingfisher Report! The season is flying along already a handful of days into June. This past weekend was windy with a series of Southeast fronts moving across the sound and fishing grounds. But anglers Lodge wide toughed it out and put some serious numbers up on the boards.   Solid […] The post Kingfisher Report | Jun...

After welcoming staff mid-May to get things ready for our first round of guests we finally made it! We’ve been saying it for months now and though we’re only one week into the 34th season here at QCL it truly is turning out to be the best season yet. The Lodge has been filled with […] The post The Magic of the QCL Experience is in Full Force appea...

OUTLOOK  Nice Spring weather is coming; just maybe not this weekend. It looks as though we will see another mix of sun cloud rain and mid teen temperatures. Next week is the one to keep an eye on if you are looking forward to some warmth and sun with a warming trend over the next... The post Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: May 31 2024 appear...

Things are in full swing up here in Naden Harbour! As is typical for May we’ve had a mixed bag of weather; sunshine overcast and torrential downpour sometime all within the same hour. Winds have been fairly tame out of the south east this past week and look to be getting stronger for the upcoming […] The post Kingfisher Report | May 30 2024 appear...

OUTLOOK  Cool weather with a mixed bag of sun cloud and a little rain is the trend for this weekend for almost the entire province.   The cool weather is not a bad thing for a number of fisheries. We tend not to look too closely at rivers in May and June but with low snowpacks... The post Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: May 24 2024 appeared...

Family Day Weekend June 14-16. Get your family outdoors and join us for one of our guided tours. We have something for everyone. GUIDED FISHING: KAYAK TOURS: JET BOAT TOURS Our guided fishing tours depart daily from Mission Harrison Hot Springs and Chilliwack. For family day weekend bring your kids under 16 and … Continue reading Family Day Weekend...

OUTLOOK  Long Weekend Incoming! We hope everyone has a great long weekend and with luck you can head out on the water.   It looks as though mother nature is going to give us a mixed bag of weather but there will be some sun between the clouds and scattered showers. With temperatures not getting too... The post Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report:...

Whether this will be your first visit to QCL or your tenth we know this time of year brings anticipation of a productive fishing and incredible memories. Our Concierge team is working to connect with each group lead to ensure that your QCL Experience is planned to a tee. Let us worry about the details […] The post Angler Orientation appeared first...

We’re only a few weeks away from another season of first class fishing! Which means that soon enough you’ll be bringing your catch home to enjoy while sharing stories of your time on the water. Prepare your Halibut with this Signature Series recipe before your trip or after. Our chef’s have crafted this to enjoy […] The post QCL Signatures Series...

OUTLOOK We are seeing a pretty interesting May so far!   It has hovered in a Goldilocks Zone – warm enough for good interior lake fishing but cool enough not to blow out our local rivers. This weekend may change things. With temps moving into the mid 20s we are in for a great weekend for... The post Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: May 10 202...

Spring /Summer update It’s early May and looking at our schedule its shaping up to be a busy summer and fall. We still have some great dates open so please feel free to contact us for availability. Spring fishing has been good to excellent for sturgeon with quite a few double digit days. As I … Continue reading Spring / Summer Fishing Update →

OUTLOOK We are into May and the weekend’s weather looks a little cool in the Lower Mainland but the Interior’s temperatures might hit 20 this weekend so it is going to be a good weekend to head out. The cool weather is actually great for the Lower Mainland rivers that are seeing a good late... The post Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: May 3 2...

Pacific Angler Fall Fishing Sale 2024 The fall fishing season is upon us!  The rivers are starting to get their first push of chinook and coho sturgeon fishing has been fantastic in the Fraser.  The saltwater salmon coho and chinook fishing is still going strong. The lakes are cooling off and the fishing is heating... The post Fall Fishing Sale –...