Some fishing trips are good and some become the stories you tell for the rest of your life. Our adventure the other day was definitely the latter. The first morning greeted us with glassy flat-calm seas that stretched to the horizon. The ocean looked more like polished blue steel than open water and before long […]

Another trip in the books and it is always a story.  Between various halibut spots and inshore targeting of the great northern rod bender Chinook salmon it’s always busy in area one of Haida Gwaii. Light winds lately have created excellent conditions on the water giving anglers comfortable access to both offshore salmon grounds and […]

The Northwest winds last week pushed in plenty of bait and we all know what follows that! With the winds settling down we were able to get back on our favourite points where big fish have been caught across the grounds. Notable Chinook salmon have been coming from Klash Parker Point and Cape Naden along […]

The Council of the Haida Nation (CHN) and Queen Charlotte Lodge Ltd. (QCL) are pleased to announce that they have reached an agreement for the acquisition of QCL’s Haida Gwaii property and equipment. The terms of the agreement will remain confidential. Closing is anticipated to occur in late 2027. QCL will remain open and operating as usual through...

Northwesterly winds have dominated the grounds this past week but that hasn’t stopped guests from bringing numerous twenty-pounders and a few thirties back to the dock. As the winds persisted through the weekend tacking specific points became tough. Many boats adapted by executing the infamous “Haida Drift” right through the action. Meanwhile Coho...

We’ve seen a welcome shift in the fishing pattern over the past week. A consistent NW wind has been pushing bait and salmon into our waters setting the stage for some excellent fishing. While the wind made for a few bumpy rides on the water the results have been well worth it. Daily Chinook action […]

Every morning starts with excitement on the dock. Coffee cups are in hand stories from the day before are being shared and everyone is eager to see what the ocean has in store. As a guide there’s nothing I love more than watching that anticipation build as we leave the harbour at first light. When […]

Chinook fishing continues to improve with every trip. Not only are we seeing more fish each day but the average size has steadily increased as well. The excitement around the dock each evening seems to grow right alongside the fish. Halibut fishing has remained consistent throughout the grounds with plenty of eager “chicken” halibut keeping […]

Trip 10 is in the books and fishing on northern Graham Island in Haida Gwaii has been delivering exactly what you’d hope for this time of year. Anglers are enjoying quality Chinook fishing and last trip one fortunate guest had the chance to release a beautiful Tyee salmon. Powerful Chinooks kept rods bending throughout the […]

Welcome back to another Kingfisher Report! Things are in full swing now with happy anglers all around. The first day of June brought mid-summer weather and flat seas. The guides were making sure to apply extra sunscreen as light wind made for one of the earliest t-shirt days I can ever remember. With the perfect […]

Summer is Here on the Fraser River! As the days get longer and the temperatures rise we’re gearing up for another incredible fishing season on the Fraser River. Whether you’re chasing trophy White Sturgeon enjoying the beautiful scenery or creating lifelong memories with family and friends there’s no better time to get out on the … Continue reading...

As we settle into the season Chinook salmon are continuing to show up across the grounds with the top side producing some of the most consistent action this past week. Anchovies have remained the most reliable bait choice though we’re starting to see more fish respond to cut-plug herring as the season progresses. Another positive […]

As we head into the start of the fishing season at QCL Chinook salmon are beginning to show up more consistently across the grounds. With calmer weather settling in this week the salmon fishing has been especially productive at Bird Rock 2 and Cape Naden. Spoons and anchovy teaser heads have been the hot tackle […]

The wait is over the 2026 season has officially started! Every season brings a fresh wave of anticipation excitement and unforgettable moments and this first trip reminded us exactly why we love what we do. We do our best to describe what makes this place so special but truthfully it’s something that has to be […]

At first glance guiding may look simple: drive the boat put guests on fish take a photo repeat. But at QCL guiding is something far deeper. It is a craft refined through patience intuition and an unwavering commitment to the guest experience. The best guides are not simply great fisherman; they are teachers hosts problem-solvers […]

Trade show season is almost here and the boss has sharpened his pencil. STS/BCSFG will be attending the BC Sport & Wilderness Show March 6 7 & 8 in Abbotsford and the Edmonton Boat & Sportsman Show March 19 20 21 22. Come down and enjoy your day browsing the many booths. Looking for FREE tickets? We have 10 … Continue reading Trade Show Season Pric...

“One of a kind.” This is just one example of what guests use to describe QCL a remote paradise tucked among lush old growth forests rugged shorelines and the rich waters of Haida Gwaii. And while some may ask “Isn’t it just a fishing lodge?” Our answer is simple. The QCL Experience is so much […]

Wow fishing has been quite amazing for January two monster fish landed in the last two outings. On Sunday Carly and Blake landed this 10ft 4 monster white sturgeon while fishing with guide Nathan. The sun is about to shine for a week so if you’re looking to get out of the cold give us … Continue reading Lets Go Fishing →

From our team to your family Happy New Year. Hope to see you in 2026. To book you next guided Adventure call us at 604-671-3474 or email sts@guidebc.com Best Regards Team STS