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Welcome To Shearwater
Welcome to Shearwater Resort and Marina,
the Gateway to the Great Bear Rainforest,
and a true world class destination for enjoying all the
Central Coast of British Columbia has to offer.
Untamed. Untouched. Unbelievable.
A message from Mark Schlichting,
President of Shearwater Marine Group
I would like to take a quick moment to personally welcome you
to Shearwater Resort and Marina. Our entire service team is
ready to deliver exceptional service and provide you with a
comfortable and relaxed experience here at the Gateway to the
Great Bear Rainforest!
We work tirelessly to make sure that it is much more than a
place one simply visits. Our historic shores are surrounded by
all the tranquility and beauty that the supernatural Central Coast
of British Columbia has to offer, and we are here to help you
absorb as much of this as you can.
We believe that your stay should be a comfortable & relaxing
retreat, one that is full of the liveliness, spirit, and personal
treatment that only an exclusive small resort can provide: a
place to escape from the pressures and demands of everyday
life, a place to reconnect with nature, your loved ones and
friends, and a place to rejuvenate your body, mind and soul.
Untamed. Untouched. Unbelievable.
Thank you for visiting Shearwater Resort.
We are pleased to have you stay with us!
Reliable Professional Service.
We're Ready For You!
There are numerous adventures within your reach while staying at Shearwater. We invite you to experience all that we have to offer. Our professional and knowledgeable staff members will help you select from a broad range of adven-ture activities, guided tours and specialty services through-out your stay.
Part of the Shearwater experience involves dining so make
sure to sample our extensive menu which is both a celebra-
tion of our special region & the abundant seafood offered,
and a large medley of options that are sure to satisfy any
taste.
Whether your passion is for fishing, hiking, eco-adventures,
photographing the magnificent landscape, or just simply
kicking back, relaxing, recharging your batteries and getting
reacquainted with nature, we are delighted to provide you
with an unforgettable experience.
On behalf of our entire team, welcome to Shearwater Resort
and Marina. If there is anything we can do to make your stay
more comfortable, please just ask.
Thank you,
Mark Mark Schlichting
CEO, President
Shearwater Resort and Marina
Shearwater’s Philosophy
Vision:
To be a world renowned destination on the Central Coast of
British Columbia while helping to maintain a vibrant local
community and continue to deliver superior quality
experiences at every level of our business.
We strive to make every guest at Shearwater feel welcome, at
home, and to provide the highest level of service and quality in
everything that we do. That is just not a statement but rather an
agreed upon commitment that each member of the Shearwater
team is dedicated to.
As the gateway to the Great Bear Rainforest in the heart of
British Columbia’s supernatural Central Coast, Shearwater is
perfectly situated for you to experience the natural majesty of
the area with the comforts and amenities of a true Canadian
adventure resort.
Our marine heritage is an integral part of Shearwater Resort
and Marina. For this reason we work tirelessly to continue to
offer world-class service and support to all who visit our
docks. We are proud to be the most trusted destination for
every mariner through the Central Coast.
Sport fishing enthusiasts, from around the globe, journey to
Shearwater each season as our reputation for unmatched salt
water fishing adventures continues to grow. Our experienced
and dedicated guides are among the elite in the business. And
their professionalism and knowledge is greatly appreciated by
anglers who put their faith in a successful fishing trip with
Shearwater season after season.
At Shearwater, we live symbiotically with the abundant wild-
life around us. Our harmonious relationship is evident in the
sheer numbers of whales, dolphins, bald eagles, deer, bears,
wolves, sea lions, porpoises and various other species that
make their homes in and around Shearwater, Denny Island
and the Central Coast.
Shearwater is a community that has carefully grown with
time and become an easily accessible port of call for mari-
ners, the local community, and tourists alike. It is important
to us that we use our resources wisely to minimize our impact
on the land in order to preserve our pristine environment.
We are the most northerly marina and eco-destination partici-
pating in the ‘Leave No Trace’ environmental program in BC
and we operate our own artisan well, which provides you
with drinking water many times purer than most municipal
water plants. We also operate a recycling program for glass,
plastic bottles and paper which services the resort, Denny Is-
land, and our visitors.
Shearwater’s Rich History
Shearwater was originally founded during the Second World War
as an important and strategic air force base housing over 1,000
men. Because of its safe and protected harbour, the RCAF was
able to patrol the vast coast of central British Columbia - keeping
the country safe from any impending threat.
When peacetime returned, the property was sold to a visionary
young man, Andrew Widsten, whose family were original Nor-
wegian settlers to Bella Coola. As a former officer in the RCAF
and a savvy business man with intimate knowledge of the area,
Andrew recognized the potential of establishing a dedicated
marine services business in this tactical location, serving the
entire central coast of British Columbia.
For the next 20 years Andrew grew his vision of delivering essen-
tial marine services to the area providing boat repairs, sawmill
services and marine towing. As a beacon of assistance to both the
community and marine travelers on the inside passage,
Shearwater’s reputation for delivering timely support and
essential service grew.
In 1967 Andrew and his wife Jean retired and Shearwater was
purchased by their son Craig, who over the next 50 years guided
and nurtured the growth of the family business. Craig shared his
father’s vision and worked tirelessly to create a complete full
service marine centre while further developing Shearwater’s
unique and distinctive appeal by increasing the destination re-
sort component of Shearwater.
In 2014, Craig stepped away from the day to day operations of
Shearwater to focus on major capital projects and to serve as the
Chairman of the Board of Directors. In doing so, Craig passed
the operational torch over to Mark Schlichting, a 12 year veter-
an of the company with a deep sense of service, loyalty, and
shared vision.
Today Mark and team have their hands full managing the con-
tinued growth of Shearwater as it is guided into new areas of
expanded business including eco-tourism, resort development
and expanded service offerings - all while continuing to deliver
timely and responsible marine services to the supernatural coast
of central British Columbia.
Shearwater Resort and Marina
PO Box 68
Denny Island BC, V0T 1B0
250-957-2305
250-957-2422 Fax
GPS Coordinates: 52.08.8°N 128.05.4°W
Shearwater Marine Operator: VHF 6 and VHF 66A
Shearwater Resort and Marina Phone Directory
Departments Number Hours
Main Office 250-957-2305 Mon–Fri: 8am – 5pm
Cedar Lodge Front Desk 250-957-2666 Mon–Sun: 8am - 6pm
Shearwater Lodge Front Desk
250-957-2666 Mon–Sun: 8am - 6pm
Information Centre & Gift Shop
250-957-2305 Closed for season.
Fishermen’s Restaurant 250-957-2366 Mon–Sun 7am – 2am
Water Taxi 250-957-2193 See posted schedule.
Fuel Dock
250-957-2304 Tue-Sat 8:30am-5:30pm (Closed Sun-Mon—Available for call out for fee)
Grocery Store 250-957-2361 Mon–Sun 9am – 8pm
Harbourmaster 250-957-2666 Available 24/7
Marine Store 250-957-2330 Mon-Fri 8am–5:30pm
Sat-Sun 9am–4:30pm
Marine Service Shop 250-957-2305 Mon–Fri 8am-4:30pm
Post Office 250-957-2717 Mon–Sat 9am – 5pm
Sport Fishing Dock 250-957-2718 Closed for season.
Shearwater Lodging Amenities and Services
Our housekeeping team is committed to meeting the highest
standards of cleanliness. Your room will be serviced each day
between the hours of 8:00am-4:00pm. If you prefer that house-
keeping skip your room, please use the Do Not Disturb sign, or
contact the front desk.
We strive to be environmentally conscientious and invite you
to join us in conserving water and energy.
Please leave your towels hanging if you would like to reuse
them, or place used towels on the floor or in the shower if you
prefer that they be laundered.
Room Amenities
If you have forgotten an item that is not provided in your
room, we stock various items in the general store. If you’re
still in need of something, please contact the hotel front desk in
the Cedar lodge. Hair dryers are available at the hotel front
desk.
First Aid
Minor first aid supplies can be acquired at the Information
Centre and The Fishermen’s Bar & Grill. For emergencies
alert Shearwater staff immediately. The Marine Store also has
a first aid room.
Untamed. Untouched. Unbelievable.
Shearwater Lodging Amenities and Services
Power Outages
Due to our remote and secluded location, Shearwater Resort
may experience power outages. Denny Island has an emergen-
cy backup generator, which will be used in case of any
prolonged outage. Power will resume within 20 minutes.
Should you lose power to your guest room, rest assured we will
be working to correct it immediately.
Phones
There are public phones available in both the Cedar Lodge and
the laundromat. Additionally, there are public phones in the
Fishermen’s Bar & Grill. Long distance calls can be made on
the crystal clear landlines with a credit card.
Moorage
More and more boaters are choosing to spend long periods of
time in our area using Shearwater Resort and Marina as a home
base from which to fish and explore the vast Central Coast
area. Shearwater offers 1,500 feet of moorage on concrete
floats, complete with power, free Wi-Fi and potable water. A
wharfinger is on duty to assist with your lines while docking,
and to answer any questions that you may have about Shearwa-
ter and our area when you first arrive.
Moorage rates:
$1.50/ft. (May 1 – Sept. 30)
$.75/ft. (Oct. 1 – Apr. 30)
Internet
Shearwater is proud to offer the only 100% FREE Wi-Fi
service available on the Central Coast!
Our connection is available to you at no cost and is accessible at
most points on the Shearwater property – including the docks!
Simply connect to the `Shearwater Free Wi-Fi` network. No
password is required. That’s it!
Please Note: We are pleased to offer visitors to Shearwater free,
trustworthy and reliable internet access. This service will allow
for basic internet activities such as simple browsing, online
banking and email. However due to limited bandwidth from our
satellite uplink, please refrain from streaming video or using peer
to peer networks. Your device will be `booted and blocked` from
the free network if this activity is detected.
All visitors are entitled to 5 GB of FREE data per month.
Higher Speed / Extra Bandwidth:
Should you require more data than the 5 GB of free data or re-
quire a faster internet connection for your device you can access
‘Shearwater Premium Wi-Fi’ and use your credit card to pur-
chase, or visit us in the Shearwater main office to purchase an ac-
cess voucher. The cost is just $12 +tax for 5 GB which is valid
for 14 days.
Connectivity Issues:
If you are having connection issues or your device has been
‘booted and blocked’ from the FREE network, please visit the
Shearwater main office during regular office hours. Have your
MAC address or your device with you. This also applies to
blocked users trying to upgrade to the Premium Network.
Grocery Store + Post Office
Shearwater’s Grocery store is a 1500 sq. foot general store and
post office that offers a very wide selection of quality foods
and supplies. Regular freight service ensures that we are always
well stocked with the freshest produce, meats, and dairy.
Visitors and locals alike can be confident that their shopping
needs will be met with competitive prices and excellent service.
Liquor Store
Talk about convenience, the Shearwater liquor store is located
right inside the grocery store. We carry a wide selection of
liquor, beer and wine.
Marine and Hardware Store
The Marine and Hardware store at Shearwater offers an
incredibly wide selection of products given our remote
location. We are proud to offer the best selection of both
Salmon and Halibut fishing tackle available on the Central
Coast. In the unlikely event that we don’t have exactly what
you need, your specialty item can be special ordered and often
received the next day by air freight, if necessary.
Laundromat
This facility offers a comfortable sitting area for you to relax
and take in the view while you are waiting. Our high quality
self-serve machines are coin operated and offer large capacity
to get the job done quickly. Or choose our same day wash, dry
and fold laundry service (seasonal) so that you may enjoy your
time other ways while at Shearwater.
Untamed. Untouched. Unbelievable.
Laundry Service
Shearwater is pleased to provide laundry service for our guests.
Please contact the hotel front desk to drop off your laundry and
it will be returned within 24 hours. We are happy to take any
special request and accommodate all guests’ needs. Additional-
ly, there is a coin operated laundromat at Shearwater for your
convenience. Laundry soap is available for purchase in the gro-
cery store or in vending machines at the Fishermen’s Bar &
Grill.
Information Centre / Guest Computer (Seasonal)
For your convenience, we have a guest computer in the Infor-
mation Centre available during normal business hours. This
service is complimentary and mainly for business use. We ask
that children under the age of 10 be supervised. We request a
time limit of 15 minutes to be conscientious of others who
wish to use the system.
Shearwater Self-Guided Tour
The layout of Shearwater is designed to maximize its unique
waterfront location; therefore our buildings are spread out
along the shore and up the embankment. Guests enjoy taking
self-guided tours of the area and visitor area maps are located
in your room, at the Information Centre, posted at the welcome
board, and located at various locations throughout the property.
Any Shearwater employee will also be happy to answer any
resort related question during your tour – just ask!
Fax Rates - Faxes may be sent and received at the main office .
Send: Canada/USA $1.00 per page.
International: $5.00 for the 1st page and $1.00 for each addi-
tional page.
Receive: $0.10 per page.
Photocopies: $0.10 per page.
Seabus and Water Taxi Services
Shearwater operates a Seabus for transportation between
Shearwater and the community of Bella Bella. Service typically
runs every hour starting at 7:45am from Shearwater and going
until 10pm from Bella Bella. The travel time is approximately
20 minutes from dock to dock. Please see the latest schedule for
confirmation of departure times. Shearwater also has a fleet of 4
Water Taxis, ranging in size from 12 to 40 passengers,
providing coastal charter service anywhere between Port Hardy
and Prince Rupert.
Shipping
Shearwater’s Freight division has freight terminals in
Richmond and Port Hardy, and delivers freezer, cooler, dry
goods, deck cargo, and fuel to many customers located between
Port Hardy and Hartley Bay on a summer weekly schedule and
twice monthly winter schedule. Please visit the main office for
rates. For more urgent shipping needs, the Marine Store will air
freight your special order, often the next day. For parcel post,
the Grocery Store has a full service Canada Post outlet.
Untamed. Untouched. Unbelievable.
Sacred Cedar Spa: (July to September)
Located within the Shearwater Lodge our new spa facility offers
a wide array of massage treatments, energy work, one-on-one
yoga and more. We are also equipped with brand new Lumina
infrared sauna. We invite you to come in and rest, relax, and
rejuvenate.
Spa treatments are by appointment only - so please call early to
avoid disappointment. See Hotel Front Desk.
Featuring: • Deep Tissue Massage • Shiatsu •
Relaxation • Indian Head Massage • Integrative
Yogassage • Energy Healing • Infrared Sauna •
More...
Conference and Group Facilities
Mix in a bit of play with your work. Meetings are proven
efficient and very productive at Shearwater. Our conference and
banquet rooms can be outfitted with A/V services including in-
ternet, televisions, sound system, conference phone, projector,
screen, whiteboards and flip charts, and arranged to your satis-
faction. We can easily accommodate business meetings, lectures
and banquets setup to meet your needs.
Shearwater has hosted various special interest groups, business-
es and unique special events over the years including
conferences, corporate retreats, strategy sessions, commercial
photography shoots, television production and even weddings.
Activities Around Shearwater
Self-Guided Tour
Location: Shearwater Property
Time: Anytime!
Enjoy taking a self-guided tour of the area! Visitor area maps
are located in your room, at the Information Centre, posted at
the welcome board, and located at various locations
throughout the property. Check out the “United in History”
Mural, the War Memorial’s plaques outlining local WWII
events, find the last remaining Bomb Shelter, explore the
interesting sights and boats “on the hard” in the Shipyard, or
come into the Info Centre (beside the Laundromat) to view
some historic photos and learn about the area’s past and
present. Any Shearwater employee will also be happy to
answer any resort related questions as you explore – just ask!
Hiking
Location: Denny Island Trails
Time: Daylight Hours
There are a number of trails to explore, ranging from the ¾
Km Spirit Trail to a hike to Denny Island Airport to take the
5½ Km Powerline Trail. See the Hiking Trails & Roads map
available throughout the resort.
Lawn Sports (Seasonal)
Location: Various
Time: 9am till 7pm (approx.)
Get your lawn game on with: Horseshoes, Bocce Ball,
Bolaball, Croquet and more!
Equipment available for sign out at the Information Centre.
Board Games
Location: Anywhere!
Time: Any time is a good time for a game.
Various games available: Cards, Risk, Monopoly, Boggle,
Scrabble, Yahtzee, Backgammon, and more!
Games available for sign out at the Hotel.
Pub Fun
Location: Fishermen’s Bar & Grill
Time: Starting at 11am daily
Have a drink on the patio overlooking the marina, enjoy a
game of pool or darts, watch the big screen, sing karaoke on
Thursdays starting at 9pm, tackle the open mic on Sundays, or
take in the live entertainment when it comes to town.
Shearwater Resort and Marina Dining
Where Good Times & Great Food Come Together!
Like everything else at Shearwater, the dining experience is
designed to exceed expectations. From award winning chef
prepared dining to the largest menu on the Central Coast in the
Fishermen’s Bar & Grill, to comfort food and pre-dinner
cocktails at the Bar among the coziness of new friends,
Shearwater offers dining options to suit literally every taste.
The Fishermen’s Bar & Grill
For more casual cuisine, guests can enjoy The Fishermen’s Bar
& Grill, which offers a more relaxed atmosphere and is made all
the more special by the gorgeous views of the Central Coast.
Fishermen’s Bar & Grill is really three culinary destinations in
one as the extensive fresh menu and varied range of dishes
cover everything from local West Coast seafood specialties to
Pan Asian dishes to traditional Canadian comfort food.
The Fishermen’s Deck
For a light lunch or after a day on the water, the Fishermen’s
Deck offers a very casual atmosphere conducive to great
conversation. Enjoy a cold beverage, seasonal cocktails or a
glass of our carefully selected wine while playing a board
game, meeting new friends and soaking in breathtaking views
of the Central Coast. But don’t be fooled by the easygoing com-
fort of the dining area — the afternoon menu is nothing short of
sensational and our popular West Coast barbecues are always
crowd pleasers.
Eco-Adventures
Bald eagles, Sitka deer and bears—grizzlies, black bears and
the rare white Spirit Bear—are all found here. Shearwater
offers some of the most incredible Canadian wildlife adven-
tures available. From Bear and Marine Wildlife viewing to
First Nation Cultural tours to some of the best Salmon &
Halibut fishing found in the world – Shearwater has it all.
Get ready to enjoy all of the sounds and sights in one of the
most untamed areas of British Columbia.
We are pleased to offer both:
Guided Sightseeing - Reservations recommended
Guide Only - On guest’s boat - Reservations recommended
Contact the hotel manager or visit the sportfish dock to
inquire about the eco-adventure opportunities available during
your stay.
Untamed. Untouched. Unbelievable.
Central Coast Minimum Impact Practices
Leave No Trace
Tread lightly when traveling and leave no trace: sail, drive,
hike and ride only where such travel is allowed. Please respect
the natural environment, flowers & fauna, and do not disturb
any growth. Please show courtesy for fellow visitors and fu-
ture generations.
Help keep Shearwater Resort Clean
Pack your trash and recycle it, clean up after others.
Protect and conserve our special water sources.
Carry your own drinking water.
Allow space for wildlife.
When encountering wildlife, maintain your distance and
remain quiet.
Teach children not to chase or pick up any animals.
Keep your pets under control.
Leave historic sites, Native art, ruins and artifacts
untouched for the future.
Admire rock art from a distance and never touch it.
Stay out of ruins, leave artifacts in place, and report viola-
tions.
Catch What You've Been Missing
Sport Fishing
Shearwater is widely regarded as the Sport Fishing capital of
the Central Coast, and a seasonal destination for anglers
from around the world. We offer guided or unguided boat
rentals at a variety of time lengths to suit anyone's needs. We
can even clean and pack your catch for you! Do not pass
your opportunity to experience the finest fishing available in
British Columbia.
Boat Rentals (Does not include bait, fuel, or tackle)
$50 / hr (4 hr minimum = $200)
$275 / ½ day (up to 6 hours)
$450 / day (up to 12 hours) *includes fuel and tackle rental
$30/ day tackle rental – down riggers, 2 rods & reels, small
selection of tackle.
Guided Sport Fishing or Sight–Seeing
(Includes: Guide, 17’ boat, Fuel, Bait, Tackle, Cleaning and
care of your catch)
$70 / hr (4 hr minimum = $280.00)
$375 / ½ day (up to 6 hours)
$640 / day (approx. 12 hrs)
23’ Guide boat with an enclosed cabin & head, capable of fish-
ing for up to 4, or sight-seeing up to 6:
$800 per day or $500 per ½ day.
Guide Only (on guest’s boat)
$200 / ½ day (up to 6 hours) extra hour @ $35/hour
$325 / day (up to 12 hours)
Cleaning and Packaging of Fish
(Based on salmon, halibut extra charge)
Freeze only - $2.50 / fish
Vacuum packing only - $5 / bag
Vacuum pack & freeze - $7.50 / fish
Clean, V-pack, & freeze - $15 / fish
Please Note: All anglers must have a Tidal Waters Spor t
Fishing License and all operators of recreational powered wa-
tercraft in Canada regardless of age, engine horsepower or
length of boat will require a Pleasure Craft Operator Card. We
can help you obtain, renew or replace these.
Less than two hours north of Vancouver by plane, halfway
to the Alaskan border sits Shearwater Marine Resort —
Gateway to The Great Bear Rainforest.
For close to 70 years we have been helping to produce
special memories for our visitors.
Let us help create yours.
1-800-663-2370 www.shearwater.ca
