Prime B.C. Steelhead and Salmon...
Nicholas Dean Lodge resides in the Lower Skeena region of northwestern British Columbia. Located near Terrace, the lodge is situated in the heartland of world-class Steelhead and Salmon fly fishing. The immense Skeena River is notably coined the “Superhighway of Anadromous Species.” Even more, a first glimpse of the region's scenery is often met with the breathtaking grandeur of snow-capped mountains and towering evergreens ... the perfect backdrop for the pursuit of anadromous species - chrome bright Steelhead and Salmon.
The hallmark of Nicholas Dean Lodge is that they have access to numerous rivers, lakes, and saltwater estuary fisheries. This variety also provides excellent opportunities to fly fish for Coastal Cutthroat, Dolly Varden, Bull Trout, and Rainbow Trout. Since this region is located in the coastal rainforest, the moderate temperature and weather can provide up to 7 months of prime fly fishing each year. Spring, Summer, or Fall fly fishing for world-class Steelhead and Salmon... and yes, a world record could be hooked on your trip! FISH ON!!!
Detailed Trip Information
Fishing Summary
Guests at Nicholas Dean Lodge have access to numerous fisheries in Northwestern British Columbia - Skeena River, Skeena River tributaries, Nass River tributaries, remote coastal rivers, and saltwater estuaries. Most anglers pursue the world-class Steelhead and Salmon that migrate into these watersheds. Not to be overlooked is the excellent fly fishing for Coastal Cutthroat, Dolly Varden, Bull Trout, and Rainbow Trout that inhabit many of the local rivers, streams, and lakes.
The variety of species and fisheries is the hallmark of Nicholas Dean Lodge. This enables you and your guide to maximize your fishing opportunities by selecting watersheds based on weather and fishing conditions. The lodge utilizes their rafts, drift boats, or jet boats to access the best water on each fishery. Helicopter fly outs and ocean boat options are available as well (additional cost).
Fishing Tackle and Techniques
Nicholas Dean Lodge recommends the following tackle:
Single Handed Rods
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• 8 weight: Steelhead and Salmon (Coho, Sockeye, Pink, and Chum)
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• 10+ weight: King Salmon
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• 6/7 weight: Trout and Dolly Varden
Two Handed / Spey Rods
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• 7-9 weight: Steelhead and Salmon (Coho, Sockeye, Pink, and Chum)
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• 9-10 weight: King Salmon
A multi-tip fly line system is highly recommended for all rods - this enables anglers to adapt to different types of water and river conditions. Nicholas Dean Lodge recommends their custom designed and manufactured Descension Custom Sink-Tip System.
The predominant method of fly fishing that will be utilized is single, barbless fly swung on a tight line (“swing technique”). Depending on the river conditions, flies may be fished sunk, damp, skated, or dead drift dry fly.
The Lodge
The accommodations at Nicholas Dean Lodge are very warm and welcoming with a home-style feeling. The two-story lodge has 7 bedrooms, 4 of the bedrooms with single beds, 1 bedroom with a double bed and 2 bedrooms with two single beds in each. All beds have feather beds and duvets, feather pillows and 800 thread count bedding for your comfort. Closets, dressers, reading lights and an alarm clock are provided. The lodge has 3 full washrooms, which are shared by all the guests.
The lodge also has a large dining room to hold up to 12 guests, a large living room and bar for entertaining, a heated changing room where you will keep your fishing gear and waders. The lodge has WiFi high speed wireless Internet access for the traveler that needs connectivity to the office. If you do not bring your own laptop, the lodge computer is available to guests for internet access.
The lodge's philosophy is to keep it very simple, clean and comfortable. The Lodge is very informal so bring comfortable clothes to lounge around in when you get up in the morning and after you get back from the river. The lodge provides fresh towels everyday and fresh sheets on the day of your arrival. Soap and shampoo is provided as well.
Alcohol
Nicholas Dean Lodge is not licensed to sell alcohol or beer, instead they have provided a bar facility where individual clients can stock their own beverages. On your way from the airport to the lodge, you can stop at the local liquor store and purchase wine, beer or other favorite alcoholic beverage.
Smoking
The Lodge is a smoke free environment and is not allowed anywhere inside the lodge. They do provide outdoors lounge areas at the front and back of the lodge if you wish to smoke. The lodge appreciates your cooperation.
Meals & Beverages
At Nicholas Dean Lodge you will enjoy the cooking of French Canadian Chef, Jean Pelletier. Born and raised in French speaking New Brunswick, Jean has trained and worked as a chef in many restaurants, lodges and logging camps. Her food is simple, but hearty - always homemade from fresh ingredients.
For breakfast, its eggs to order, along with cereal, fresh fruit, toast, sausage, bacon, juice, coffee and always something sweet. Jean often adds items like waffles, French toast, pancakes and omelets. Breakfasts are hearty and you will be fueled up for the day of fishing ahead of you.
Lunches are prepared that morning by the chef and will be taken with you to the river. Each client has their own lunch box that contains, home made soup, sandwich, fruit, sweets, coffee or tea, water, snacks and power bars. If you have a special lunch request, just let Jean know the evening prior.
Dinners are always hearty and delicious. Usually start with a homemade soup (which ends up in the lunch the next day as well), salad, and the main course or either fresh BC fish (halibut or salmon), roast beef, chicken or pork. Sometimes its pasta night served with garlic bread. Dinners are completed with a homemade dessert.
Fishing Licenses/Stamps
A fishing license is required while fishing in British Columbia - licenses and stamps can be purchased at the lodge. Lodge staff will ensure that you have the proper licenses and stamps during your stay. The associated fees will vary depending on season and rivers fished during your stay (classified river licenses). Guests at Nicholas Dean Lodge can expect to pay between $125 - $200USD/week for licenses and stamps.
Gratuities for Guides and Lodge Staff
This is simply a recommendation, since many clients ask how much to tip the guides and lodge staff. Gratuities are encouraged, but the amount of the gratuity is solely up to you. The following is a recommendation:
Guide Gratuity:
$40-60 per day / per boat-guide (to be given at the end of each day of fishing)
$40-60 per day / per boat-guide (to be given at the end of each day of fishing)
Lodge Staff Gratuity:
$15-25 total per day (to be given at the end of your stay) - an envelope will be handed out to each guest. Staff members include lodge manager, cook, and housekeeper.
$15-25 total per day (to be given at the end of your stay) - an envelope will be handed out to each guest. Staff members include lodge manager, cook, and housekeeper.
How To Get to Nicholas Dean Lodge
From your location, you will need to fly to Vancouver International Airport, British Columbia. Most major US, European, and Canadian cities have direct flights to Vancouver. From Vancouver, you fly either Air Canada Jazz or Hawk Air direct to Terrace. A lodge representative will greet you at the airport and drive you to the lodge - about a 20 minute drive.
Required Travel Documents
• As of January 1, 2007, a current U.S. passport will be required for all United States citizens entering Canada. It is highly recommended that U.S. citizens present a passport that is valid for at least six months after the last day of the trip. If your passport expires before then, please renew it prior to departing on your trip.
• If you hold citizenship in a country other than the United States, please check with your national consulate / passport center for citizenship documents required for travel to Canada.
2008 Package Rates
$3,495CAD/angler for 5 days fishing / 6 nights lodging (double occupancy room / boat) - most packages run from Sunday to Saturday. (NOTE: package rates are in Canadian dollars - payments made (deposit / final balance) are charged at the current exchange at the time of payment)
Inclusions: Guided fishing, lodging, meals, beverages (non-alcoholic), and transportation between lodge and Terrace, BC airport.
Exclusions: Airfare to Terrace-BC, fishing license/permits (about $125-$200/week), and gratuities.
Note: Please contact Angling on the Fly for current availability; customized packages are available upon request
Nicholas Dean Lodge Cancellation Policy
Deposits, less a $200 processing fee per person, will be returned if you cancel the trip in writing prior to 90 days of your arrival. Written cancellation must be sent to Angling on the Fly. If written cancellation is received less than 90 days prior to the trip arrival date, the lodge will give you a 50% credit on the amount paid and may be used for a trip in the following fishing season. The credit is only good for the following season and will not be held longer. If you paid a deposit and date changes are requested, please contact an Angling on the Fly representative well in advance so we can try to accommodate these changes. Depending on the time of year and how much notification you have given, we may not be able to accommodate last minute scheduling changes.
Angling on the Fly Terms & Conditions
A 50% deposit is due within 14 days of booking to secure reservation. Final payment is due 60 days prior to scheduled arrival date.
Refunds: A $150 processing fee (in addition to any lodge processing fees) will be deducted from all refunds. All refunds will be paid by check. If cancellation notice is received less than 90 days prior to the trip arrival date, no refunds will be issued.
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