About Nanook Lodge
Our Story.
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The Lodge.
Nanook Lodge was started by father and son, Larry and Sam Anderson in 1998 after the purchase of a cabin and four acres on Stuart Island. Over 4 months the lodge, docks and guest house buildings were built by Larry, Sam and a host of tradesmen. And as the last carpenter went out the back door, the first guests arrived in May of 1998.
Operating continuously since then, 2016 will be the lodge’s 19th year in business. Lodge facilities, kitchen, outbuildings and amenities have been upgraded every year to provide the best fishing and adventure lodge in the Pacific Northwest.
Nanook Lodge caters to selective families and groups seeking upscale accommodations, fishing and eco-tours in an intimate setting. Our service oriented staff offers a unique blend of urban comfort and wilderness adventure. It’s just a short seaplane ride from downtown Seattle to our dock in the “Great Bear Rain Forest.”
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The Family Tradition.
Before Nanook Lodge there’s a long line of anglers in the Anderson family! Sam’s great grandfather August Anderson was fishing for salmon in Sweden during the late 1800’s before moving to America. His son Joe Anderson the Mayor of Galesburg, IL was an avid angler and instrumental in building fishing lakes for his constituents. Joe’s son Raymond fished extensively in southern Florida plus the waters of Lake of the Woods, Canada.
Raymond introduced the art of angling to son Larry at the age of four who did the same for his son Samuel August. Sam and Larry have fished all over the Rockies, Mexico, and Belize and of course, the Inland Passage of BC since 1978!
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Giving Back.
Nanook Lodge has had the opportunity to give back to a few organizations that we are very proud to support including Gillard Pass Fisheries Association, Oral Cancer and PSF. We also continue to support education on the ecosystem and environment and remain active inside the local fishing community.
Meet Us
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Larry
GUIDE / OWNER
Larry “Honcho” Anderson has fished all of his life especially the last 38 years in the Inland Passage of BC. Corporate guests enjoy fishing with one of the owners and having the benefit of the best personal service at any lodge in the Northwest! When Larry isn’t on Stuart Island, BC you can find him in Stuart, Florida chasing Sea Trout, Red’s and Snook!
BOAT: 24ft Pursuit WA- Yamaha 300 4stroke
GEAR: -10.5′ Okuma Fly Rod/RAW 2 Single Action Reel/Digital Cannon Riggers
CLAIM TO FAME: Nanook Lodge Record Chinook, 48.5lb, Denham Bay, 2001-Honcho and Best Buddy, Steve “Foxy” Fox, RIP
Honcho will have you laughing out of your seat until the big fish bites, then serious business until it’s in the boat!!!
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Sam
GUIDE / OWNER
Sam “Skana” Anderson is the senior Eco/Adventure guide at Nanook Lodge with many years of experience hiking, climbing, kayaking and not to forget Fishing around the Discovery Island Chain, Stuart Island being the epicenter. Sam spent years in his early childhood fishing with his father and over time they have become partners in the business and great friends alike.
BOATS:
“HOLDFAST” -The lodges Ex-Military RIB is like driving a HumV through the ocean, Powered by Twin Suzuki 200’s, this is the ultimate way to explore our local waterways! Holdfast is generally used for adventure touring and wildlife photography.
The lodge owns 2 classic Pursuit Sportfishers, both are used by Sam and fellow guides for Salmon fishing with a wide stance and plenty of room on the “dance floor” to bring in those big Chinook salmon!
These boats are all certified to the local safety standards and constantly maintained for good performance on the water.
GEAR: 10.5′ Sage Med Fly Rod/Islander MR3 Single Action Reel/Scotty Riggers
CLAIM TO FAME: Whether it be Fishing or Touring the area in search of Whales, Bears, Eagles and other wildlife, Sam will use his intimate knowledge to get the job done!
The Skanaman is always keen to pursue fish & fun with Nanook Guests! There is no letter I in the word Team, when you’re on board, you’re part of the crew-Team Nanook!
Meet The Fleet
We offer some awesome guided experiences that require our boats to perform with safety and comfort in all situations presented! We use 25ft covered sportfishers to Fish and Gather in the tidal passage ways near the lodge. The newest addition is an ex-Military Rigid Inflatable style boat. “HoldFast” provides a thrilling and comfortable ride while in search of wildlife or simply eco-touring through the islands!
Join us on the Water!
