WCFT PRO STAFF
Join the WESTCOAST FISHING TACKLE Pro Staff Team!
At WESTCOAST FISHING TACKLE, we are proud to support our Pro Staff—a dedicated group of certified fishing guides, avid anglers, and television personalities across British Columbia and the Western USA. Our mission is to amplify awareness of our quality products through rigorous testing, regular use, and authentic promotion while fostering a close-knit community that advocates for fisheries and inclusion within the angling world.
What We Expect
Our Pro Staff actively employ platforms like Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, YouTube, fishing forums, and personal recommendations to share their firsthand experiences with our products. As influencers and ambassadors, they generate engaging content such as video reviews, fishing tips, educational insights, and promotional posts. Minimum posting requirements apply, along with participation in public events like boat shows, fishing derbies, tradeshows, retail showcases, and knowledge sessions. Attendance at our year-end retreat is also encouraged to recap the season, preview new tackle lines, and connect with fellow ambassadors.
What We Offer
In recognition of their time, dedication, and professional promotion, Pro Staff members receive complimentary tackle, branded clothing, wholesale pricing on products for personal and professional use, and public recognition as valued professionals within the angling community.
How to Join
We conduct Pro Staff recruitment annually, reviewing performance for contract renewals. Interested candidates can request our application and information package by emailing jeff@westcoastfishingtackle.ca. Please note, only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview.
Join us in shaping the future of fishing, building authentic connections, and promoting a culture of inclusion within the angling community.
Below is our current Pro Staff and their contact information. Please feel free to reach out to any of them with questions in regards to our tackle. We are happy to recommend any of the below Fishing Guide/Charter companies:
We are super excited to welcome Mark Pendlington to join our PRO STAFF! With 30 years television filming experience fishing on the West Coast, Mark brings with him a wealth of experience. Having tested our products Mark states, “I tested all Westcoast gear this filming season and could not believe the difference in quality components from their mooching rods, jigging rods, swim baits, turd hootchies and unique new flashers on big salmon. These guys know quality and innovative gear from the magic Little Phat-E Gold UV 2.5 on big chinook salmon feeding off 50ft gravel shoals targeting sand lance and the bullet proof Black & Blue 3.5 Phat-E matched this years smaller herring spawn size perfectly for the most consistent number of big fish episodes in years! I look forward to continued testing of Westcoast Fishing Tackle quality innovative gear for years to come!”
You can watch his Westcoast Sporting Journal TV program airing 4 times a week 52 weeks a year on World Fishing Network America, Sportsman Channel Canada, Root Sports Northwest USA and locally on Chek TV Channel 6 Vancouver/Vancouver Island.
James Fisher - Partner
Based on Vancouver Island, James leads the charge educating retailers in Canada and the US about our locally designed and internationally sourced products. He works on business development, sales, partnerships and in his spare time, films episodes of the Guides Guide! Having been in the industry for over 19 years, James is also a professional fishing guide, and owns his own fishing charter company @fisherislandadventures.
Phone: 250 702 6309
sales@westcoastfishingtackle.ca
IG: @fisherislandadventures
Jason Mok - Director of Product Development
Jason joins the WCFT CREW as Director of Product Development. Based in Vancouver, Jason works tirelessly reviewing the latest products and focuses on research and development designing and producing new product lines. He is out often testing products for durability and effectiveness. Jason is the owner/operator of Dark Horse Marine Adventures where he charters guided fishing trips out of the lower mainland in his 30ft Weldcraft.
jason@westcoastfishingtackle.ca
IG: @jmok458
IG:@darkhorse.marine.adventures
Capt Travis Nesimiuk - Saltwater Fishing Guide/Owner
Integrity Sportfishing Inc. - Prince Rupert
@capt.travis_nesimiuk
Darian Mant - Saltwater Fishing Guide
Queen Charlotte Lodge - Haida Gwai
@bigdmeatspnw
Owner - Capt Ivan Chu
AMAZING FISHING CHARTERS - Lower Mainland
Having guided in Vancouver, Central Coast and Haida Gwai since 2001, Ivan is a well seasoned Certified Tidal Angling Guide. He mainly charters now in the lower mainland waters and has always been a champion of our gear. I think more people watch Ivan's feed for the amazing meals he makes with all his fresh seafood!
Email: amazingfishingcharters@shaw.ca
Phone: 604 837 5347
IG: @fishwithsarge
Owner - Marcus Kennett
Marcus Kennett Fishing Charters - Port Renfrew
Marcus has been guiding out of Port Refrew since 2000. His family also owns and operates Bucky's Sports Store out of Duncan. Definitley a generation of fishing expertise with him and his family. Marcus has been a champion of our gear since we started and we are looking forward to him testing all our new products for 2023.
Phone: 250 701 3663
Email: marcus_kennett@yahoo.com
IG: @marcuskennettfishingcharter
Owner: Wade Dayley
Bear Cove Cottages - Port Hardy
OWNER: DAN "BISH" BISHOP - Bamfield
Bish 'N" Sons Fishing Adventures
As the owner and runner of Bish N Son Fishing Adventures, I am proud to say that I have been in the chartering business for over 30 years. My family has a long history of fishing on the West Coast of Vancouver Island, spanning generations. This experience has given me the deep knowledge and understanding of the area and its waters. What sets me apart from other charter companies is that I handle all apsects of the the business myself. From organizing and planning trips to guiding and providing top notch customer service, I am involved in every step of the process. This allows me to ensure that each and every guest has an unforgettable experience on our fishing adventures. My passion for fishing and commitment to providing the best possible service has driven me to build a successful business that has stood the test of time. I am grateful for the opportunity to be a part of the Westcoast Fishing Tackle ProStaff and to share my love for fishing with others. Operating out of Bamfield, BC, this summer is going to be awesome!
FB: @bishnsonfishingadventures
IG: @bishnsonfishingadventures
Phone: 250 722-2256
Sponsored by:
Capt. Paul Kim is the owner/operator of Fish PNW Guide Service based in Seattle, Washington. He has been a resident of the Pacific NW for 25 years and loves sharing his passion for fishing with guests aboard his custom made Lee Shore walk around catamaran with reliable Yamaha outboard power. Come join us and fish in comfort and safety aboard the 'Kraken' which includes a premium suite of Garmin electronics, high speed Scotty downriggers, Islander Reels, and of course West Coast Fishing Tackle. We specialize in Salmon, Squid, Crab and Bottomfish.
CPK has been a seminar presenter at the Seattle Boat Show and the Sportsman Show, published in several magazine articles, speaker for local Puget Sound Anglers club events, and has been on local radio (ESPN - The Outdoor Line) along with TV: Fish Hunt Northwest (Root Sports). He currently serves as a volunteer for the Washington Dept. of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) as a spot prawn and crab advisor advocating on behalf of recreational fishermen.
"Welcome aboard, we look forward to fishing with you this season!"
~ CPK
FB and IG: 'Seattle Squid'
206-909-7100
OWNER: MARK ROBERTS
Lake Cowichan Fly & Tackle Shop - Cowichan Valley
Mark Roberts has been immersed in the world of fishing since the tender age of 4, under the tutelage of his father, who instilled in him a profound understanding of the sport. The majority of his career has been spent navigating the waters around the Nitinat Bar and the West Coast of Vancouver Island. This extensive experience has granted him invaluable insights into the West Coast, upper North, and Central coast, where he guided for renowned establishments like West Coast resorts, specializing in big-time sport fishing.
A seasoned entrepreneur, Mark has been involved in business for most of his life. Two years ago, he took the helm of Gordon's Fly Box, rebranding it into Lake Cowichan Fly and Tackle. This move not only reflected his business acumen but also showcased his commitment to keeping something significant within the community.
Fishing is not just a passion for Mark; it's a lifelong love. While the core of his business revolves around tackle, he brings a wealth of knowledge, techniques, and a genuine enthusiasm for the sport. Mark is more than just a business owner; he's a source of valuable information and expertise for fellow fishing enthusiasts.
Grateful for the opportunity to showcase what he and his business can offer, Mark is dedicated to promoting a product that goes beyond being well-built—it is underpinned by actions rather than mere words. His biography is a testament to a life dedicated to fishing, community, and the pursuit of excellence in the world of tackle.
Nature Barbie
Ally Dolphin is from the West Coast of British Columbia. Her hobbies include everything land & sea. She has a big heart for learning the ways of the ocean & hunting the land.
Fishing our open West Coast seas & our stunning lakes with her partner Reggie O’hare. They are the most happiest on sea or in the mountains & are both inspiring other anglers to continue the passion. They spend of their time sharing their knowledge of harvesting fish & crab for both their family’s & small community. Together they make the best team.
Across the rivers passed the all the city’s through the deepest forest within the tress surrounded by the beautiful sounds of nature. Through it all, At the edge of the ocean is where you will always find me. Buried deep within the sea. I walk the ocean floors n never have to breathe. - A.D
Follow all of our adventures!
Instagram: @nature_barbie
Tiktok: @nature_barbie
Facebook: Ally Dimitri-May Dolphin
SEA BUMS FISHING
Tyler is the founder of Sea Bums Fishing, which he began in the fall of 2022. He’s a passionate saltwater and freshwater fisherman who enjoys sharing his knowledge and love of fishing with others.
You can usually catch Tyler fishing around Vancouver Island from his vintage 1987 Boston Whaler Outrage, when he's not at his homebase in the stunning Cowichan Valley.
He loves to be on or near the water, experiencing everything beautiful British Columbia has to offer - from its pristine wilderness to its vast oceans. His interest in the ocean and the natural world has also motivated him to hone in on surviving in unpredictable situations, preparedness and water safety.
He has a wonderful girlfriend who loves to fish and film Tyler in his element out on the water. Together they adventure all around Vancouver Island, camping and exploring fishing opportunities.
Join Tyler on his Sea Bums Fishing adventures through…
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@seabumsfishing
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/seabumsfishing/
Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@seabumsfishing
Meet Ben, a lifelong fishing addict.
With three fishing goals for 2024, it’s set to be an exciting year on the water.
An ex-pat, Ben grew up in Perth, Western Australia, before moving to Canada to sample the mountain life. After a season in Whistler, Ben ventured to the West Coast to see Tofino and visit a long-time friend. Seeing the pristine waters of Tofino, he decided it was a place he would like to call home, and has now been a resident for over ten years. Being a Red Seal carpenter, Ben was also attracted to the beautiful homes and West Coast style of construction.
Growing up, his weekends and holidays were spent 4WDing, camping, and of course, fishing with his family. The youngest of three boys, he quickly soaked in all that he could learn from his father and two big brothers.
From fishing on the banks of the Swan River targeting bream and flathead, to fishing from jetties for herring, whiting, and squid, to surf fishing on beaches targeting mulloway and tailor, Western Australia’s diverse range of fish species always provided a new surprise. There was something about the challenge and the thrill of the chase.
When Ben turned 21, he bought his first boat—a 3.6m tinny named “The Rascal”—which was perfect for Perth’s estuaries and inshore waters. The Rascal took Ben’s fishing to new heights and farther reaches of the coast. This ignited Ben’s passion for light tackle jigging.
Ben, now a father of two girls, takes joy in teaching them all he can and sharing his love for the sport.
Follow the adventure:
Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and Facebook:
@tofinofishingaddict
Instagram:
@tofino.ben
Chris and Aly both grew up in northern British Columbia, where their love for the outdoors was fostered from a young age through hunting and fishing adventures. Aly was greatly influenced by her father and brother, while Chris drew inspiration from his uncle Dave. These early experiences have cemented their passion for outdoor activities.Now residing on the south coast of Vancouver Island, Chris and Aly continue to embrace their love for the outdoors. They enjoy spending time with their two dogs, Tika and Duke, engaging in various outdoor activities, and especially saltwater fishing. Their journey together on the ocean began with Aly’s first boat purchase, Blu’na, a 16.5 ft Malibu. Today, they embark on numerous fishing adventures with their trusty 1989 Grady White, lovingly named Moby Duke after their dogs, which Chris refinished last year.The guidance and encouragement they received growing up have been instrumental in nurturing their passion for the outdoors. As brand ambassadors for Westcoast Fishing Tackle, Chris and Aly aim to inspire others to share in their passion. They are committed to making information accessible and encouraging others to embrace the joys of saltwater fishing.
FOLLOW via Instagram:
@alyonthewater
@fish.with.chris