Pacific Wild Adventures, formally known as Pacific Wild Charters has been operating charters out of Nootka Island on Vancouver Island since 2011. Dennis Kaechele is a passionate fisherman and outdoor enthusiast. Born in the prairies as a farm boy then migrated to the west coast in the late 70’s. His experience on the ocean and sport fishing spans 40+ years. He enjoys showing clients the beauty of the west coast and sharing his extensive fishing knowledge. Most recently he has decided to shift his charter operation and base the company out of Ucluelet B.C.

Dane Kaechele, is a resident of Ucluelet for the past 9 years and has recently decided to join forces with his dad and Pacific Wild Adventures. Learning the local spots and building his fishing knowledge around Ucluelet has become a passion for him. Dane has always been a keen fisherman, surfer, snowboarder and outdoor adventure seeker since he was young. Dane had an extensive career as a freestyle snowboard coach and guide from the early 2000’s till 2018 when he retired from snowboard coaching.

Both Dane and Dennis understand safety is important to having a fun and relaxing day on the water. They both carry their SVOP (Small Vessel Operators Proficiency), MEDA3/SDV-BS (Marine Emergency Duties A3/ Small Domestic Vessel Basic Safety), ROC-M (Marine VHF Radio Operators) and Marine Basic First Aid certifications. Dennis is also a CTAG(Certified Tidal Angling Guide)

The Transport Canada Certified vessel that is used for chartering is a 2009 Boulton Seamaster 22ft boat. With its welded aluminum deep V hull, 200hp Yamaha outboard and brand new 15hp Mercury kicker it will get us to our destination safely and efficiently. The boat is equipped with Lowrance radar, depth sounder, fish finder, VHF radio and has a fully enclosed cabin that can seat 4 people plus the captain.

Our goal at Pacific Wild Adventures is to maximize your west coast experience with a friendly approach that is based around integrity and a passion for fishing.

We all know that salmon and fishery stocks need protecting so we have pledged to donate 1% of profits at the end of the season to the Thornton Creek Enhancement Society. “Thornton Creek Enhancement Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to sustaining and building salmon stocks in Barkley Sound and facilitating educational opportunities for locals and visitors alike.” Thornton Creek Hatchery