We’re nearing the tail end of the 2024 fishing season in Area 1. Following a bout of strong Northwest winds the final weeks have shaped up with calmer seas and a welcome touch of sunshine. Inshore Chinook fishing has been a bit challenging but patience and the right timing have occasionally paid off with some […] The post Kingfisher Report | Augus...

OUTLOOK  Happy Friday everyone!  We have a summer storm incoming this weekend.  It looks as though we will see drizzly weather for the next 3-4 days with a sizable dump of rain showing up tonight into Saturday morning.   If the weather man is on his game this will change things for several fisheries.  The fishery... The post Pacific Angler Friday...

BOOK NOW for October and secure your dates. It’s that time of year again when we fill up our last remaining dates for what we consider the best of the best for both salmon and sturgeon fishing. Last season we had record late returns of both Chinook and Coho and so far it is shaping … Continue reading it’s that time again for Primetime Sturgeon and...

Mid-August traditionally provides some of the most “summerlike” weather that we experience here and this past week was no exception. Warm sunny days on the water have lots of appeal; guests and staff alike were soaking it up with giddy smiles! The clear full moon nights haven’t appeared to affect the fishing so much either. […] The post Kingfisher...

OUTLOOK  We are in for a weather change this weekend. It looks as though Friday and most of Saturday will continue to be nice with some rain and wind pushing in Saturday afternoon. It will then be a mixed bag of cloud sun and light rain into next week.   This is not a bad thing... The post Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: August 16 2024 appea...

If you are a lover of seafood like us then you’ll love these Dungeness Crab Cakes. Our twist on a classic turn your Taste of B-Sea order into this delicacy. Enjoy as an appetizer or as the main event. Materials x2 large eggs 12ml mayo 7ml Worcestershire 2.5g Old Bay seasoning 60g finely chopped celery […] The post QCL Signatures Series | Dungeness...

With only a few weeks left in our 2024 season fishing has been pretty exciting for the fleet of boats at QCL. Over the past week we have had a large amount of pink salmon invade the grounds. But not to worry we have also been seeing a slight increase in numbers of Chinook the […] The post Kingfisher Report | August 12 2024 appeared first on Queen...

OUTLOOK  We have another great looking weekend incoming! With temps in the low to mid 20s and a little bit of cloud it should be perfect to get out.   It’s funny; we feel a little like a broken record with a number of our fisheries. “The fishing is great get out and enjoy it!” has... The post Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: August 9 2024 app...

August has burst onto the scene with a thrilling mix of sizzling weather and spectacular fishing action! The sun has been blazing in clear skies with temperatures increasing daily. The warm air has been met with some lively Northwestern winds making the seas a bit choppy but these winds are beneficial for our fishing grounds. […] The post Kingfish...

Becoming a fishing guide isn’t just a career choice; it’s a testament to one’s patience passion and love for the sport. Many people often ask me “Why do you want to be a fishing guide?” and for me the answer is simple. It’s the thrill of the fight and the mystery of not knowing what’s […] The post Becoming a Guide appeared first on Queen Charlotte...

Chinook salmon continue to be elusive but are growing larger each week. Recent updates to the regulations now allow for two Chinook per day and a total of four. Our last trip yielded several impressive Tyees including a notable 39-pounder that was successfully released at Green Point. For those heading offshore Coho salmon are available […] The po...

OUTLOOK  Welcome to August everyone!  Bring on the long weekend! It looks like we are in for some great weather and it should be a great weekend to get out on the water!  We start it off with some fisheries news. As expected they have announced chinook retention opportunities locally and long story short is... The post Pacific Angler Friday Fishin...

As Hogust looks on the horizon we find the frequency of Chinook salmon on the slow side though over the last few days several of the biggest fish this year the biggest fish in the last four years have been caught. The tides are beginning to return to normal after a recent full moon. This […] The post Kingfisher Report | July 29 2024 appeared first...

While you might come to QCL for the fishing you’ll find that every additional aspect of your experience is unlike any other. And when it comes to our dining programs there is an option for everyone. Between the Main Lodge Hook Bar Bell Ringer The Buoy and our Private Houses – our hospitality team creates […] The post Providing Dining First Class a...

We’re charging past the midpoint of the 2024 fishing season and this past week has been a blast for the entire fleet. The weather has been our ally with steady conditions making it a breeze to navigate the kelp beds. Yet the search for those elusive Chinooks has been a bit more challenging than expected […] The post Kingfisher Report | July 27 202...

OUTLOOK We are almost at the end of July and though the cooler weather in the forecast is not ideal sun tanning weather it is good for our fisheries. A little break in the heat with some moisture will help cool down rivers and dampen our forests. We need to be on the lookout for... The post PACIFIC ANGLER FRIDAY FISHING REPORT: FRIDAY JULY 26 2024...

Midway through the season and there’s lots of fun to be had just outside of Naden Harbour!   Cohos are plentiful at the Pinnacles eating hoochies 30-50 feet deep. The Halibut fishing has been fantastic with plenty of “overs” being released. Lingcod fishing has seen the effects of many anglers harvesting trip in and trip […] The post Kingfisher Rep...

OUTLOOK We are just past the middle of July and though we had a lack luster June weather wise the weather in July has made up for it.  It looks like we are in for another beautiful weekend.  The concern now is going to be water levels and fire risk.  There is good news there... The post Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: July 19 2024 appeared f...

The past few days we have seen light winds and the weather is supposed to remain consistent well into the week. Beautiful sunny skies mixed with some rain are forecasted – After all it is Haida Gwaii. Coho numbers are up offshore and tend to be hitting up higher (37 51) with a small spoon […] The post Kingfisher Report | July 15 2024 appeared firs...

It’s hard to believe we’re already almost halfway through the 2024 season! If you’ve placed a Taste of B-Sea order for Spot Prawns give this recipe a try – Pairs perfectly with a glass of wine and a sun-filled patio! Materials 500g Spot Prawns 45ml Coconut Flour x3 Large Eggs 440ml Coconut Flakes Unsweetened 2g […] The post QCL Signature Series |...

OUTLOOK  We are hitting the middle of November and we continue to hear great river salmon reports even from some of the systems that historically slowdown in the back end of November.  The only major challenge has been water levels and unfortunately we will see more rain this weekend and into early next week which... The post Pacific Angler Friday...