Shearwater May June Fishin
Last years lucky winner was the defending champion from 2011, Mr. Gordon Brodie with a whopping 40.5 lb Spring
Shearwater Resort & Marina
All of us at Shearwater Resort & Marina would like to extend a Huge ” Thank You” to everyone who helped make 2012 another successful season.
Our 2nd Annual May/June Fish In attracted many anglers. Last years lucky winner was the defending champion from 2011, Mr. Gordon Brodie with a whopping 40.5 lb Spring. He returned in late August filling another limit boating 2 Tyees: 30 & 31 lbs taking the trophy for The Largest Chinook for the trip. He also brought in a beautiful 17.5 lb Coho. Congratulations Gordie we know we will see you again to defend your title for the 3rd year in a row. What are you waiting for? Come fish with us in our annual June Fish In and you could be the lucky winner of the free trip back to Shearwater during our 2013 season.
An Inaugural Silent Auction was held during the derby which raised $2,465.00 for The Shearwater Elementary School. The Kids graciously send out The Biggest & Warmest Thank You to all those who generously helped support our local school. This money will help pay for a new an improved playground. Thank you to all the generous sponsors, Rapala, Lowrance, Islander Reels, Brendan Morrison, BC Lions, Vancouver Canucks, Rosedale on Robson, Ganders Taxidermy, Garmin, Yamaha, Pacific Salmon Foundation, River Rock Resort, Gibbs-Delta and of course BC Outdoors Magazine. Look for our latest Spring Salmon and Coho fishing shows being aired from March 16-2013 onward. We look forward to yet another successful BCO derby which is being held from July 19-22 2013.
The North American Derby was held from July 23-27, and proved to be another success! Our Lodge photographer and host Mr. Dennis Pingree was missed by all. His lovely wife is doing well and we look forward to seeing you and your camera in 2013 Dennis. Bryan French won this derby trophy for The Largest Spring with his amazing 49 lb salmon. John Kotchen was awarded the trophy for The Largest Coho weighing in at 17 lbs. John also boated a 52 lb Halibut and won the free trip back to defend his title in 2013. Honorable mention goes to Terry Tracy with an outstanding 46 lb spring along with Dean Vause from The Alberta Adolescent Recovery Center and his 40 lb spring salmon. Halibut catches include Taylor Vause weighing in a 61 lber, Noel Lowry and Ben Weibe who also brought in 50 lb fish. Next years’ derby is being held from July 22-26. We hope to see you there.
The Can American Derby hosted by Pauline Imamura from July 30-August 03 turned out to be one heck of a time with Mike Walker winning the free trip back to Shearwater in 2013. Congratulations Mike! The Largest Chinook was 36.5 lbs boated by Sandy Hale winning the trophy, cash and a Shimano Rod. The Largest Coho was 14.5 lbs brought in by Bob Burge taking the Coho Trophy, cash and a beautiful print donated by The Pacific Salmon Foundation. John Wawerna Jr. angled in the most pounds of salmon for the Derby. Mrs. Pat Skillen was The Most Honest Angler and Gino Tavonatti was crowned with The Limpest Rod Award. Did you rig that up Gino? Many thanks to everyone who participate in this derby year after year. What will the Can-Am Derby for 2013 bring during July29-August 02? Can't wait!
Shearwater Lodge Records for 2012:
Largest Chinook 62.5 Lbs Kristi Marinus
Largest Coho 19.0 Lbs Gordon Prairie
Largest Halibut 130.5 Lbs Colin Wilson
We would like to thank our Loyal Staff who, for many many years have continuously shown us true dedication, loyalty and professionalism.
Can They Fish or What!
Thank you Mike Pfortmueller, Pauline Imamura, Howard Humchitt, Mike Hall, Tom Hunt, Ryan Humchitt, Todd Vogan, Robert Brown, Slater Moore, Maria Pia D'Aquino, Shawn Nagurny, Eric Branhuik, Janyce Erickson and of course Lawrence Erickson.
Without You, What Would We Be?
Do you like Sturgeon Fishing? Is it on your Bucket List? We now offerThe Ultimate Fishing Adventure Package. You will Fish fully guided at Shearwater Resort & Great River Adventures. Hook into that Mighty Pacific Salmon & Hefty Halibut and then fish The Famous Fraser River for the Almighty Prehistoric Sturgeon. This truly is The Best of Both Worlds. Contact us at fish@shearwater.ca for further information.
Did you know that Shearwater is also a proud supporter of The Kidney Foundation of Canada since 2011. Pauline Imamura has helped build awareness for kidney disease and organ transplant through concert benefits, small venue fundraisers and this year we proudly raised $6,500.00 towards research at The 1st Inaugural "Shine A Light Gala" held at Van Dusen Gardens on March 03-2013. Many thanks toMacDonald Pharmaceuticals for your highest yet kindest bid and to Mi-Jung Lee Master of Ceremonies. We look forward to meeting you and treating you to our unique brand of hospitality unlike anything else on The Central Coast of BC.
Make sure you check out our website www.shearwater.ca for our newly launched Eco Tour Adventures for 2013. They are truly amazing. Take a trip through The Great Bear Rainforest and experience nature as it was when first created. See wildlife first hand and learn about the local heritage and many more historic events throughout history. Share in this once in a lifetime Shearwater experience and book one of our amazing tours.
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See You All On The Water!!!