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YOUR LODGE, YOUR EXPERIENCE, YOUR STORY
THREE OF THE WORLD’S FINEST FISHING DESTINATIONS
www.westcoastresorts.com | 1.800.810.8933
alaska
YOUR LODGE
HAIDA GWAII
MASSET
HIPPA ISLAND
SANDSPIT
ENGLEFIELD
BAY
BRITISH COLUMBIA
BELLA BELLA
MILBANKE SOUND
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CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE:
Westcoast Resorts offers three premier
fishing locations on the west coast of British
Columbia.
These lodge locations have been carefully
selected based on 3 concepts:
■ ■ Exclusivity
■ ■ Remoteness
■ ■ Proximity to the most productive fishing
grounds on the west coast for all species
of trophy sized salmon, halibut, lingcod
and rockfish
VANCOUVER
ISLAND
VANCOUVER
SEATTLE
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION
the lodge at
hippa island
Luxury at the edge of the World
C a pac i t y: 4 8 gu e s t s
Located on the majestic west coast of Haida Gwaii, the Lodge
at Hippa Island is situated right on the doorstep of the
most productive f ishing grounds on the entire west coast of
British Columbia. Hippa will provide you with one of the most
unforgettable f ishing experiences available anywhere.
the lodge at
englefield bay
Uncrowded, Untouched, Unbelievable
C a pac i t y: 4 6 gu e s t s
Situated along the west side of Haida Gwaii, the Lodge at
Englef ield Bay is known for its abundance of trophy sized tyee
salmon and boasts a short run to the area’s most popular
salmon and halibut f ishing grounds. For both beginner and
expert ocean anglers, this perfect location offers productive
f ishing in both inside and outside waters.
the lodge at
milbanke sound
It’s a Westcoast Tradition for Good Reason
C a pac i t y: 5 8 gu e s t s
Nestled into the heart of the Central Coast of BC, Milbanke
was the f irst Westcoast Resorts location and has stood the
test of time. The Sound is well known for its large number of
massive, trophy-sized chinooks (kings) and large coho (silvers)
only minutes from the lodge.
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YOUR EXPERIENCE IS OUR COMMITMENT
There’s something special that happens when a business is operated by those who love what they do as much as their guests love the experience. It’s more than a fishing
trip; it’s the enthusiasm and joy that we all share. Every screaming reel, every tyee weighed in and every breeching humpback whale feeds the passion as intensely for us
as it does you…….making your experience, our experience.
YOUR LODGE EXPERIENCE
TRANSPORTATION
■ Private chartered aircraft departing from
Vancouver’s South Terminal
■ Scenic transfer from local airport to your lodge by
Helicopter
YOUR FISHING EXPERIENCE
BOATS
■ Custom built, 18’ welded aluminum, centre console
■ Fully equipped with GPS, depth sounder, VHF
radio, electric downriggers
■ New Mercury motors annually
■ All Transport Canada approved safety equipment
■ Optional upgrade to fully guided 24’ Sea West
boats (available at Hippa and Englefield only)
FISHING GEAR
■ Islander MR2 mooching reels spooled with 30 lb
ACCOMMODATIONS
■ Tastefully appointed guest rooms
■ Private ensuite with shower – separate vanity
■ Daily housekeeping services
monofilament
■ Shimano 10.5 ft Technium Salmon Rods
■ Penn 330 level wind halibut reels spooled with 100
lb line
■ Shakespeare “Ugly Stik” Halibut rods
■ Foul weather gear provided (rain pants, rain jacket,
rubber boots)
AMENITIES
■ Full service lounge with outdoor courtyard
■ Pool table, poker tables, shuffleboard
■ Gift shop
■ Registered massage therapist
■ Hot tub
DINING EXPERIENCE
■ Chef-prepared gourmet meals
■ Hot lunch delivered to you on the water or served
at the lodge
■ Complimentary wine served with dinner
■ Extensive specialty wine selection available
GUIDING
■ Instructor program – 5 hrs guided fishing per full
day (included)
■ Fully guided upgrade available to 10 hrs per full day
YOUR CATCH CARE
■ All fish filleted, portioned, vacuum packaged and
frozen
■ Optional portioning into smaller pieces
■ Boxing of your entire catch into airline approved,
waxed boxes
■ Arrangements made for custom canning, smoking,
and/or home delivery of your fish
Our professionally trained staff will tend to your every need, most times before you even know you need it! We care and it shows.
When you visit one of our resorts, you arrive as a guest and return as family!
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corporate fishing adventures
WCR is an industry leader in providing
corporate fishing adventures.
Entertain valued customers, reward your top employees or provide
a unique, executive getaway. Our lodges offer the perfect setting for
strengthening those all-important relationships and increasing loyalty
from those that make your business successful.
To better facilitate your needs, we provide:
■ ■ Satellite wifi
■ ■ Meeting facilities
■ ■ Audio – AV equipment
■ ■ Derby organizing
■ ■ Custom gifts, trophies
Our high standard of customer service allows you to offer your guests
an experience you will feel proud of hosting. Westcoast Resorts creates
memories that are sure to make your corporate experience a success
and will provide you with lasting value for years to come.
Westcoast Resorts’ multiple lodge locations offer you a choice
of packages to suit any age, experience level or preference. Our
knowledgeable & experienced sales team will help you find the perfect
lodge and package to meet your needs.
All packages include:
■ ■ Round-trip transportation from Vancouver, BC
■ ■ Deluxe rooms & ensuite
■ ■ 5 hours guided fishing instruction per full day
■ ■ Use of WCR’s custom designed boats – dawn to dusk
■ ■ VHF radios, GPS, depth-sounders, electric downriggers
■ ■ Bait & tackle
■ ■ Foul weather gear
■ ■ Professional catch care service: cleaned, filleted, vacuum
packed & boxed
■ ■ Gourmet meals and snacks
■ ■ Complimentary wine with dinner
Optional Upgrades:
■ ■ Full-time guided instruction up to 10 hours per full day
■ ■ Boat upgrade - 24’ Sea West 727 Discoverer (Hippa and
Englefield)
Available Services at the Lodge
■ ■ Full-service lounge
■ ■ Extensive wine selection
■ ■ Gift shop & sundries
■ ■ Registered massage therapy
■ ■ Fish portioning
■ ■ Arrangements made for custom canning, smoking and/or
home delivery of your catch
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For more information: 1.800.810.8933 (TYEE) or www.westcoastresorts.com
special events
t yee De Mayo
a ll l o dg e s
The lucky angler who weighs in the largest Chinook caught in
May at any of our lodges receives a complimentary trip for two
in May the following year.
salmon mas ters tournament
hippa i s l a nd & e ngl e fi e ld b ay
North America’s Largest Cash Jackpot Salmon Derby! Compete
for $268,000 in cash prizes! Huge daily and individual lodge
prizes are only topped by the Grand Prize of $50,000 and a trip
for 2 to Westcoast Resorts in 2016.
messina family classic
m ilb a nk e s o und
This family oriented trip offers prizes and family fun including
the Grand Prize of a trip for 2 to the 2016 MFC to the angler
who catches the largest Chinook salmon. Prizes include categories for junior anglers (under 16 yrs of age). Great for kids!
Greg “slapshot” crawford memorial derby
e ngl e fi e ld b ay
Join us at Englef ield to celebrate Greg’s life and favorite f ishing spots. All net derby proceeds go to “Kidsport” in Greg’s
honour.
central coas t salmon mas ters
m ilb a nk e s o und
Introducing the 1st Annual Central Coast Salmon Masters.
Compete for $154,000 in cash prizes. The Grand Prize of
$35,000 and a trip for 2 to Westcoast Resorts in 2016 tops
the list of huge daily and overall lodge prizes.
couple’s retreat
m ilb a nk e s o und
Sponsored by an exclusive winery each season. Enjoy the many
extras on this trip including a 6 course winemaker’s dinner,
wine tastings and an exciting romantic atmosphere while f ishing for prizes including the Grand Prize of a trip for 2 to the
Couple’s Retreat the following year.
tuna extravaganza
e ngl e fi e ld b ay
This awesome late August albacore tuna f ishery is one of the
west coast’s best kept secrets! Abundant tuna f ishing not too
far from the lodge.
For more info on these exciting events give us a call at 1.800.810.8933 or go
to our Events page at www.westcoastresorts.com
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what our customers are saying
Total seclusion and relaxation enhanced by a remarkably engaged staff. I was made to feel like
family on my first visit and continue to be treated as a valued friend each time I return. Uniquely
wonderful and recharging. I encourage anyone with the least bit sense of adventure to consider
making this trip at least once on their lives (assuming an available spot can be found).
- TripAdvisor
This fishing lodge is operated by a great
group of people that truly care about the
customers, the environment, the fish, and the
overall experience you have at this floating
lodge. Absolutely spotless facility with food
you expect from a fine restaurant on the
mainland. I have fished all over the world
and Englefield has proven to be one of
my favorites. I will be back for sure.
- TripAdvisor
My husband and I have been
salmon fishing the West
Coast of BC and Alaska since
the 70’s and we have to say the
fishing at Hippa knocks one’s
socks off...! The salmon are
practically jumping in the boat.
The lodge is first class, the setting
magical, and the staff incredibly
friendly and helpful. Westcoast
Resorts has done an outstanding
job of upgrading the facility and
enhancing guests’ experiences.
The food is outstanding! Hippa is
a one of those must do destinations
before you die. We can’t wait to
get on that helicopter at
Sandspit in June.
- TripAdvisor