LICENCES and CERTIFICATES
A fishing license is required, and can be purchased upon arrival at the lodge or link to this website.
New Canadian government regulations came into effect in Sept 2009, require that ALL guests carry with them proof of competency while operating a boat in Canadian waters.
Acceptable forms of proof of competency are:
- a signed rental-boat checklist and waiver received after attending a boat operating orientation at the lodge
- a Pleasure Craft Operator card issued from a Transport Canada accredited agency -- there are online courses available by clicking here
- a document showing you have successfull completted a boating safety course in Canada prior to April 1, 1999
- an operator card or equivalent whith meets the requirements of your (US) state or country of residence
FISHING GEAR
Active Tackle has been supplying us with our tackle needs since day one, they customize all our gear to suit the fishermen's specific needs on the water and play a big part in the success of our anglers.
IN VANCOUVER
Delta Vancouver Airport Hotel has been offering our fishermen fantastic accommodations near the South Terminal for since 2000. The service they offer to fishermen are unmatched. There is a fantastic shuttle service to both the south terminal and main terminal, huge freezer to store catches and fantastic rooms with some of the comfiest beds we have come across.
Elephant and Castle Restaurant, located adjacent to the Delta Hotel is a great place to discuss the game plan before you get to the lodge or reminisce about the good times had. Excellent food and service, very recommended.
AIRLINES
Kenn Borek Air is the airline we use to charter our float planes which fly you directly to the lodge. They are a world reknowned airline, known for an excellent safety record and highly experienced flight crew. With the severe weather that sometimes can hit the British Columbia coast, there is not a more suitable float plane up for the task then Kenn Borek's Twin Otter.
Hawk Air is the airline we charter to fly our guests to and from Sandspit from Vancouver South Terminal. They have been offering scheduled flights in British Columbia since 2000 in their Dash-8 aircrafts. One of the best suited aircraft to carry our passengers and heavy fish loads.
AFFILIATES
The Pacific Salmon Foundation is an organization we proudly support. Through the years they have been one of the biggest influences in the conservation of our salmon species local to British Columbia, through restocking programs and restoration projects. The proceeds of a portion of your fishing licence can be allocated to their cause.
North King Lodge is a proud member of the Sport Fishing Institute of British Columbia. The SFI is a strong advocate for sport fishing rights in British Columbia. For any information on fishing in BC and up to date changes, please visit their website.