All Things Fishing, Trip Reports Apr 1, 2018
The days are growing longer, the temperatures are rising, and the ice is retreating, which means open water season is around the corner. Once again in 2018 I’ll be doing a lot of fishing, including both “serious” trips, and casual outings with family and friends. Here is a look at my current 2018 lineup – […]
All Things Fishing, Trip Reports Jan 28, 2018
After dozens of fishing trips, including many fly in destinations, I still get the same thrill of anticipation when planning for the spring trip, but this year there is some added excitement. Many things have come into alignment to allow our group of 4 anglers to not only take a fly in fishing trip (which […]
All Things Fishing, Trip Reports Jan 20, 2018
If you are looking to ensure you have the best shot at a great fishing trip, there may be no more important element than doing some research in advance. I was fortunate to fall into a great outfitter for my first fly in adventure, but since then I’ve done extensive research of scores of lodge […]
All Things Fishing, Trip Reports Dec 29, 2017
Good friends, great weather, familiar water, what could be better when it was time for the now annual guys fishing weekend? This year we’d be returning to the now familiar waters of the Bayfield Inlet staying at Bayfield Lodge. This was my second year with fishing with this gang, having secured a second invite after […]
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 17, 2017
Having enjoyed my annual father and sons fishing trip with my Dad for almost 30 years, the time was nigh to start my own family fishing tradition. I’m fortunate that my kids (Hannah and Jacob) both seem to enjoy fishing when given the chance, and I’m so pleased that they have begun to show an […]
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 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 […]