All Things Fishing, Trip Reports Oct 1, 2017
If you have ever been on a remote Canadian Fishing Trip, you know that expectations for the number and size of fish can be high, and often justifiably so. Having become somewhat of a veteran of remote lake fly-in fishing trips though the last number of years, I was left wanting after our annual spring […]
All Things Fishing, Trip Reports Sep 10, 2017
August is the time for family vacation, where my crew (Carolyn, Hannah, Jacob and I) head north to Tomiko Lake Lodge where we join 7 other families for a weeklong get-a-way filled with campfires, swimming, relaxing, and of course fishing. This was our 4th year at the resort, and as it turned out, our best family […]
All Things Fishing, Trip Reports Jun 13, 2017
One of the most highly anticipated events of the year: the annual Fly-In Fishing Trip on opening weekend. The anticipation begins building all winter, but once the days begin to grow longer, and the temperature starts to rise as spring approaches, it reaches a fever pitch. This year we were heading to Pickle Lake, an […]
All Things Fishing, Trip Reports Jun 3, 2017
Every year I count down the days until I can get out on the open water and fish for my favourite species, Walleye and Northern Pike. I have nothing against other fish, I enjoy catching Bass, Perch, Musky etc, but my greatest joy comes from the challenge of catching Walleye and the ferociousness of Pike. […]
All Things Fishing, Equipment & Gear Apr 23, 2017
It’s Spring! Not only does that mean longer days and better weather, it means it was time to get the boat out of winter storage, and get it ready for open water. It’s an exciting time, re-rigging, getting the gear loaded in, and planning the first few destinations. For some folks though, they may be […]
All Things Fishing Feb 26, 2017
Like many of you, I have more than a couple fishing reels, in both spinning and bait casting models. I use them quite heavily, so I consider them more from the perspective of a tool when I’m looking to purchase and maintain them. When you fish only a couple times a year, your choice of […]
All Things Fishing, Equipment & Gear Jan 30, 2017
Introduction: So you’re going on a fishing trip – good for you! Planning the trip is part of the fun, and if done well, you’ll spend more time enjoying yourself, and less time lamenting those “I can’t believe I forgot to pack…” moments. I’ve built this list over years of both drive-to and remote fly-in […]
All Things Fishing Jan 19, 2017
Well 2016 is behind us, and from the perspective of spending time with family and friends on the water, and in the outdoors in general, it was a great year. The combination of sunny and dry summer, along with an unusually warm fall meant that I had more opportunities to get outside when the opportunity […]
All Things Fishing, Trip Reports Dec 30, 2016
This video doesn’t need much more of an instruction than the title implies! Enjoy this time lapse video of a recent shore lunch from my annual guys trip. I can confirm we ate it in about 60 seconds :). As always don’t forget, to sign up and have my most recent post sent right to you! […]
All Things Fishing, Trip Reports Aug 28, 2016
Our family makes an annual trip to Tomiko Lake Lodge, which is in the area of Crystal Falls / Sturgeon Falls, between North Bay and Sudbury. On this year’s trip I accepted an invitation to do some fishing with a couple friends who live up in the local area. Since I like fishing, like the outdoors, […]