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  What a week and it looks as though more great weather is coming. We will see a slight cooling trend but with temperatures still in the mid 20s it looks like a great weekend to get out.   We had several great reports from across the fisheries this last week. The trout streams are still... The post Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: July...

As we head into late Summer and Fall we are looking to add to our team!  We will consider either full or part time candidates for our Retail Sales Associate positions. Read more about this position below! Pacific Angler Retail Sales Associate Job Title:  Retail Sales AssociateLocation:  Vancouver BCJob Type:  Full and Part Time Positions... The po...

There are days in a guide’s life that stand out and today was one of those days. The sun rose over a flat calm sea casting a golden glow on the water’s surface promising perfect conditions for a memorable day of fishing. I decided to head to Yatze Bay drawn by the big ebb tide […] The post It’s a Guide’s Life appeared first on Queen Charlotte Lodg...

A Northwest wind over several days always inspires excitement amongst the guide team as it usually indicates good things to come. Although fishing has at times been challenging this year there is always something to look forward to when fishing in Area One. Wildlife spectacles have been fantastic – With numerous humpback and orca whale […] The pos...

OUTLOOK We are starting to see solid warm summer weather and it looks as though it is here to stay. With that we will see a drop in levels for our local rivers. In this week’s report we have info for those of you planning trips to the interior to trout fish on the Skagit... The post Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: July 5 2024 appeared first...

We left at first light heading out of the harbour with the morning sunrise peering up over the horizon. A bit of fog laid over the fishing grounds as we ran out to the lighthouse to begin fishing for Chinook. We drop lines begin to troll with the wind at our back and I turn […] The post It’s a Guide’s Life appeared first on Queen Charlotte Lodge.

Tides have been turning on the top side of Haida Gwaii. With salmon migrating into our fishing grounds whales and large pods of orcas have been spotted frequently. Life is becoming prevalent below the surface signaling good things to come! Many boats have found some more sizeable Chinooks inshore with many coming off of quick […] The post Kingfish...

OUTLOOK Happy Canada Day Long Weekend! We have something for everyone in this week’s report!  Taylor has a Chilliwack River Update. This system opens on July 1st and we are expecting good water levels so it is well worth a scout.  With water levels in mind we have details on a number of the trout... The post Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: F...