Fishing 2023 with Father Figures
Not everyone was fortunate to grow up on a daily basis with a father figure in their home. Some were way at war, others travelling for the job, etc. However, often there was someone to stand in for the father figure. On Father's Day, June 18, we'll be celebrating all the 'father figures' - fathers, grandfathers, sons, uncles, nephews, associates, teachers, & mentors who have helped all of us along the way. [...]
The Countdown Is On!
With only 50 sleeps from now to opening day, we are starting to get really excited about another fabulous summer at the fishing lodge! As we celebrate our 40th year, we are reflecting back on so many good times, amazing experiences & the priceless lifelong memories we have created. [...]
Salmon Fishing Memories
It’s that time of year once again, when the school year is coming to a close. For the Kelly family, we are excited to report that Shayna, Simon’s daughter, is graduating from Ryerson University in Toronto. Many of our past guests will remember her at the Sportsman’s Club as a golden haired toddler who loved to fish. [...]
Celebrating 40 years
Celebrating 40 years! Monsters still lurk in the depths nearby the lodge. Put your time in & you could have a chance at a barn-door halibut like this. It's that time of year where spring is approaching in British Columbia, & the days are getting longer & warmer. Summer [...]
A Note from Lodge Owner Barbara Kelly on 40 Years of RISC
It’s that time of year when we all think of what we’d like to be doing during the summer & start making plans. Many of our readers have already decided that it’s time to go fishing & have booked their trip with us for this summer. And what better place than the Rivers Inlet Sportsman’s Club (RISC) to help us celebrate our 40th year of operation! [...]
Scott’s Fishing Notes 2022
Once again, the fishing at the lodge was incredibly hot once the runs of salmon made their way down Fitz Hugh Sound to Rivers Inlet. The Wall, the Dome, Cranston Point all produced daily and this made for some great, “close to home” fishing where guests did not have to travel long distances to get to the fishing grounds. [...]