All Things Fishing

Boats, motors, lakes, techniques, gear, ideas, thoughts…you get the idea, this section has a little of everything!

All Things Fishing, Trip Reports Nov 12, 2019

Return to Brace Lake Outfitters

It was opening weekend 2015, and our group was headed to Brace Lake Outfitters for what was to be an amazing week of fishing. The lodge was ready, the fish were ready, we were ready…but the weather not so much. A winter storm rolled in that provided multiple days of sub zero temperatures, frozen water […]

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All Things Fishing, Equipment & Gear Aug 6, 2019

Review: Kermode 6” Filet Knife from North Arm Knives

I recently took a trip to Brace Lake Outfitters with my family, to do some relaxing, and of course some fishing. Prior to the trip, I was able to pick up a new filet knife from North Arm Knives, who are based out of British Columbia. I was put on these knives from another angler, […]

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All Things Fishing Jul 20, 2019

Spring Fishing 2019 – Bulldozer Lake

For those of you who like Spring fishing, and who travel to Northern Ontario to do so, you’ll remember what it was like to watch the temperatures, wind and ice conditions as your trip departure got closer. It was not any different for my brother and I, who were on pins and needles as other […]

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All Things Fishing, Equipment & Gear Jul 9, 2019

Review: Platypus Gravityworks Water Filter

Having clean drinking water is a must in life, and becomes an important part of the planning process for any outdoor adventure. After what is often months of planning, and saving your money, one of the last things you want is to be out of action because of some bad water in your system. For […]

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All Things Fishing, Equipment & Gear, Trip Reports Mar 31, 2019

Camping on the Rocks – Buddies Fishing 2018

Fall fishing can be some of the best time on the water you’ll experience. The fish are putting on weight to survive the winter, the weather is often beautiful during the day, and there are no bugs in sight! The shorter days may limit the fishing time, but it does add to the amount you […]

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All Things Fishing, Trip Reports Dec 8, 2018

Wet, Cold, and Windy – Father Son 2018

Fishing trips, or weekends, or afternoons, for me are primarily about connecting with the people I’m with. Catching a trophy or finding yourself in a great bite is an added bonus that I’ll take, of course. Each summer, for about the past 30 years, I’ve headed up for a weekend of fishing with my father, […]

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All Things Fishing, Trip Reports Nov 3, 2018

Small Change = Big Results, Couples Trip 2018

One of the trips I look forward to most each year is what I call our “Couples Trip”. Three couples, three boats, two days, too much food and a few fish – what could be better? This year we returned to Bayfield Lodge, a familiar place and body of water for all of us. In […]

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All Things Fishing, Trip Reports Sep 30, 2018

Tomiko Lake 2018 – The Year of the Kids!

Only a few days back from our trip to Bulldozer Lake, it was time for us to head out for our week long family vacation at Tomiko Lake Lodge with a group of friends. This would be our 4th year, and our enthusiasm was high, looking forward to that perfect combination of relaxation, family time, […]

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All Things Fishing, Trip Reports Sep 3, 2018

Bulldozer Lake Trip Report – The Kids Were Alright

Having experienced multiple Fly In Fishing Trips over the past number of years, I was always wondering when it would be time to introduce my kids to the adventure. Through a series of unexpected events, it turned out that the summer of 2018 was going to be the time! My wife (Carolyn) and I, along […]

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All Things Fishing, Trip Reports Aug 13, 2018

Walleye of the Attawapiskat

In my final post about my epic trip to Pym Island on the Attiwapiskat River, I’ll turn our attention to the incredible Walleye fishing. Many people know the Attiwapiskat as a haven for large Pike, but there are also an abundance of large Walleye to target as well. As I mentioned in my recent posts […]

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