north island Lodge Reports

August 27 - September 3, 2007

Our August 27 – 31 guests were literally reeling & a rocking with gale force winds but the Bloxam Exclusive Group pit their very natures against awesome forces and reaped the rewards. Howard Blozam’s 47 lb Spring inspired everyone to seek and slay the elusive Tyee. Ian Robertson, 41 lb Spring, Jim Lambright, 33 lb Spring, Robbie Robertson, 31.5 lb Spring, William Latreille, 31 & 33 lb Springs and Dave Hall, 30 lb Spring received Tyee pins for their outstanding effort. Jim Bloxam’s 14 lb Coho earned him top honors in that category. Young Patrick and Taylor Baikie received special Junior Tyee pins for their bravery against the elements and passion for sport fishing. All in all it was a fun filled adventure for everyone as the magic of Langara never ceases to amaze anyone!

“Here comes the sun, here comes the sun, I say…..it’s all right” and that is exactly what our August 31 – September 3 guests were singing when they got out of the helicopter. Welcome to September in the Charlottes. Salmon fishing has been sporadic but the McQuarrie, Brazinha, Bagliolid, N.E.T., Szwez and Sevadjian guests still managed to catch a total of 49 Chinook, 24 Coho, 48 Halibut and a variety of rock fish. Mike Kendler, 41 lb Spring and Wade Winkler, 31 lb Spring were awarded Tyee pins. Perry Armitage entertained everyone with his guitar playing and all agreed there is no better place to spend a relaxing weekend away from work!

Dan Angus
General Manager
North Island

August 20 - 27, 2007

“What the heck was that Dad, did I almost catch a whale?” is what 11 year old Mia Angus exclaimed as a sea lion had the audacity to snatch a Chinook off her line. All she saw was this huge body come up to the surface and then moments later…bam, Mia’s prize fish was gone! Fortunately Mia did catch her first Chinook that day and it was the start of a great trip for our August 20th – 24th guests.

The Rhode, Parden, Angus and Gray groups fished in glorious sunshine conditions amongst an array of Humpback whales. Coho Point, Boulder / Gunia and Langara Rocks have been the hot spots. Andrew Parden’s 41 lb Spring earned him a Tyee pin and top honors for the trip. Tyee pins were also awarded to Scott Ritchie 39 lbs, and Adam Day 30 & 34 lbs. John (83 years young) Parden caught the largest Halibut 162 lbs and Jake Penner established a new record for the season when he landed his 16 lb Coho. The ladies cleaned up on the last day of the trip; Bonnie Parden (25 lb Spring) Katsuko Angus (25 lb Spring) and Mary Colleen Crawford (23 lb Spring) strutted their stuff and showed the men what fishing is all about!

Spectacular weather, calm seas, brilliant rainbows, Eagles, Humpbacks breaching, Chinook and Coho everywhere….does it get any better. The Concert Properties August 24 – 27 group didn’t think so….Langara was in all of her glory! And Tyee was the main attraction, Mario Cimcata 32 lbs, Rich Ade 32 & 30 lbs, Bob Westermann 31 lbs, Bob Leoppky 30 lbs, Bob McKay 30 lbs, Kelly Wilson 30 lbs and Thomas Walsh 30 lbs….the group caught 63 Coho ranging in size from 8 – 15 lbs and Dave Podmore caught a season high 18 lb Chum. We would also like to thank Ocean Properties for introducing to the Fishing Industry the one and only new Rash Guard….now exclusively on sale in our Gift Shop. Looking forward to everyone wearing one next year……Dave!

Dan Angus
General Manager
North Island Lodge

August 13 - 20, 2007

On the final day of the August 13 – 17 trip Norman Louie caught his first salmon and it was a gorgeous 38 lb Tyee. The guests went wild chanting Norman, Norman, Norman and it was my pleasure to award him with a Tyee pin. As it turned out Mr. Louie’s Tyee was the perfect ending to a great trip! Combined Coast, Northstar, Spencer and Matthews guests caught 18 Tyee….setting a new group record for the season!

Tyee pins were awarded to Christian Turrenne 30 lbs, Chuck (83 years old) Adams 30 lbs, Derral Moriyama 30 & 31 lbs, Mark Mischnick 31 & 33 lbs, Ken Giffin 33 lbs, Beverly Matthews 34 lbs, Willie Smith 34 lbs, Warner Doell 35 lbs, Craig MacKenzie 35.5 lbs, David Spencer 36 lbs, Scott Shepherd 32 & 37 lbs, Jamie Willoughby 40 lbs, Allen Curleigh 40 lbs (released) and Rob Siddon set a new seasonal Lodge record when he released his 47.5 lb Chinook…..congratulations! Warner Doell also thrilled everyone with his 209 lb Halibut….wow great job North Island guides DJ, Maddog, Gunner, Cuda, Biggins, Kui, Chris, Dave and Underwood…the NIL All Stars.

Calm seas and an abundance of sunshine prevailed over the August 17 - 20 weekend. The Hurl, Parent, Procon, Allwest and Infosat groups enjoyed the beautiful weather and everyone was in great spirits. Tyee pins were awarded to Edward Parent 31 & 30.5 lbs, Michel Cauchon 30 lbs, Wally Juchymenko 31 lbs, Brad Rode 33.5 lbs, Ray Clucas 35 lbs and Bruce McKay 36 lbs. Owen Davies caught the largest Halibut of the trip 101 lbs. Barry Seniuk’s 14 lb Coho earned him top honors.

Dan Angus
General Manager
North Island Lodge