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 have hit December and though many folks are thinking about the holiday season and not about fishing there are still some cool no pun intended fisheries worth looking at if you are brave and don’t mind dealing with the weather.   We have a storm in the mix for this weekend but when things... The post Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report...

It’s that time of year again when we like to reach out and thank you for your past support and invite you to join us next season while we celebrate our 30th year guiding in the Fraser Valley. As you know we have all faced challenging times the past few years but with hard work … Continue reading Thank you for your business →

Our 2024 course is out! We are excited to get back in the classroom next year with you. Have a look at our course offerings below and call the shop at 604.872.2204 to sign up today. Courses may be added throughout the year so be sure to keep an eye on our website and social... The post 2024 Course Listing! appeared first on Pacific Angler.

The holiday season is fast approaching and with that so do the holiday get-togethers dinners and celebrations. And while the Lodge does not operate throughout the winter months our offices are busy in preparation for the upcoming season! Each month in lead up to May the buzz in the office becomes more energetic more infectious […] The post Holiday...

OUTLOOK  As we close in on December we are going to see some cooler nighttime temperatures over the next week and this will drop river levels substantially across the Lower Mainland.   This will mean getting more technical with your float and fly rigs. Lightening up leaders and dumbing down presentation colours is the ticket.   We... The post Paci...

Join us in store starting Friday November 24th at 10AM for these great Black Friday Deals!  Sale prices are in effect until closing Thursday November 30th at 7PM. SAVINGS on SIMMS Simms Men’s G4Z Waders.  This legendary Gore-Tex wader with a zipper is on sale! $1 249.95 now 25% off.  Sale Price $937.45. Simms Men’s G4... The post Pacific Angler 20...

The days are shorter the air is cooler and the holiday season is right around the corner! It’s the time of year where we are reminded to slow down reflect on the last 12 months and to spend time with the ones that matter most. As with everything in life the holiday season is different […] The post 2023 Gift Guide appeared first on Queen Charlotte...

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...