Nootka Island Lodge

My buddy and I drove to Gold River for the 15 minute float plane ride to the lodge. As our Cessna 180 approached the dock it was evident from the very beginning how well organized the lodge’s staff were, assisting with docking, removal of passengers and gear from the aircraft, introductions by lodge owner Tim CYR, a quick tour of the lodge en route to our rooms, and then an already prepared lunch with refreshments in the lounge! We were issued rain gear (not even used in the hot sunny cloudless weather we had during our 3 day stay) and relaxed all afternoon before a 5PM supper and then a quick trip to the fishing grounds. Each morning all guests were woken at exactly 4:45 AM by a knock on the door and a 5AM hearty breakfast. On the water by 5:30AM and already fishing 15 minutes later. In summary, all meals were to die for; ALL staff including dock, guides, kitchen and dining room, management, - everyone- were always smiling and pleasant and willing to help you with anything. Right down to the final send off by Tim and staff, we were definitely pampered, and felt honoured to be treated so well. And to top it off we went home with our limits in Chinook salmon ( 4 each), plus some halibut and lingcod fillets. Tim’s 27 foot foot cruiser with twin 200HP Yamaha outboards and 10HP kicker ( along with our excellent professional guide Ronnie) made for a very comfortable fishing experience for us two old retired farts, hahaha! A wonderful trip. Thank you, Tim. -Ian.