Author: Lawrence Bay Lodge

Everything You Need to Know for Successful Catch and Release Fishing

Thinking about trying to reel in a trophy catch next spring but don’t want to harm any fish in the process? Luckily, many popular fishing spots—like Reindeer Lake—have a catch-and-release program that allows you to do just that! The art of catching a fish is fairly straightforward after a little practice or a guided trip… Read more »

How to Find and Take Down a Black Bear

When you think of hunting in Canada, your mind probably goes to moose first. After that, you likely move to more common hunting game such as deer and turkey. But did you know that many areas in Canada are actually known for black bear hunting too? That’s right! In fact, we have some of the… Read more »

Why You Should Plan a Family Vacation for the Off-Season

When you start thinking about heading out on a trip for some family bonding, you probably picture yourselves vacationing in the summer sun by the water. Warm weather, sandy beaches, ice cream shops, and other fun warm weather activities do, admittedly, make summer the pique season for travel. There are, however, just as many (or… Read more »

7 Fun Facts You Didn’t Know About Moose

The moose is one of the most incredible mammals to roam the forests of Canada and the rest of the Northern Hemisphere. If you’ve never seen a moose in person or are simply not familiar with the animal, you might picture something close to a deer or even one of Santa’s reindeer. In reality, the… Read more »

Spin vs. Fly Fishing: What Are the Differences?

Every fisherman is different when it comes to their preferred species, gear, style, and their favorite fishing spots. There’s something to be said for all types of fishing, so understanding the differences is the key to discovering what you’ll enjoy the most! Two of the most popular forms of fishing are spin fishing and fly… Read more »

A Family Tradition: How to Introduce Your Child to Hunting

If you’re an avid hunter, chances are you want to pass that love for the great outdoors down to your kids. Hunting is a great way to bond with your children while teaching them responsibility, patience, discipline, and other valuable life skills that will help them develop into well-rounded adults! It’s important to introduce your… Read more »

Hunting Safety 101

As the leaves change color and the temperatures begin to drop here in Saskatchewan, we’re gearing up for the start of the new season—hunting season that is! Whether you’re an experienced hunter dreaming about this year’s trophy or a beginner ready to apply what you’ve learned at the range to the field, the dawning of… Read more »

The Best Species to Fish in the Fall

A lot of people make the mistake of packing away their fishing gear when the end of summer hits, thinking their next best chance to fish won’t be until the spring. What they don’t know though, is that the fall months offer some of the best opportunities for successful fishing—if you know what to look… Read more »

3 Delicious Ways to Prepare Your Walleye

One of the greatest rewards of a successful fishing trip is trying out some tasty new recipes with your haul! There are a ton of different species of fish that can be transformed into creative mouthwatering meals—catfish, trout, swordfish, salmon, and many more. Here at Lawrence Bay Lodge, one of our favorite fish to fry… Read more »

The Best (And Worst) Weather for Fishing

Many enthusiastic fishermen hold a philosophy that says if it’s weather you can fish in, then it’s good fishing weather! Technically speaking, they aren’t wrong—as long as the conditions are safe. However, if you’re trying to plan a fishing trip with your kids or don’t have quite as much ambition as some of the more… Read more »