Benefits of Camping for Kids

There are plenty of benefits that come with giving your children a chance to experience the great outdoors. Camping provides your kids with so much from an appreciation of the wilderness to the quality bonding time that escapes us at home. Lawrence Bay Lodge and the “camping” experience will bring your family closer together and… Read more »

Summary of Fish at Lawrence Bay Lodge

Here at Lawrence Bay Lodge, we are major fish fans. Our lodge offers a variety of fishing adventures from Northern Pike fishing to Lake Trout fishing. We also offer fly-fishing for people that prefer it. We pride ourselves on the fishing experience that we provide to our valued guests. Lake Trout Reindeer Lake is filled… Read more »

Advantages of Log Structures

When you see a log structure constructed within the woods, whether it is a cabin, a house, or a recreational building, you likely assume it built from wood so it can blend in easily with surroundings. However, log structures such as lodges, cabins, and homes actually offer several benefits. They Last Long-Term Although many people… Read more »

What You Need to Know to Start a Fire

Being able to start a campfire is an important skill to have. Whether you are a serious hiker or enjoy the occasional camping trip, being able to start a campfire is something everyone should be able to do. Materials for a Campfire In order to build a campfire, you will need three main things: tinder,… Read more »

How to Survive Winter Elements

If you are someone that typically goes camping in winter months, you might be familiar with how to survive extreme winter conditions. If you do not typically venture outdoors in winter months, you’re probably unaware of how to survive if you were stranded outside, as many people are. Here are some helpful hints on how… Read more »

Prepare Your Puppy to Be a Hunting Dog

For many hunters, their best friend often comes along on their hunting trips, their four legged best friend that is. Many dogs accompany hunters on their annual hunting trips and they are trained as puppies to prepare for these trips. Here are some pointers on how to prepare your puppy to become a hunting dog:… Read more »

Best Food Choices for Winter Camping

In the midst of planning a winter camping trip with your family or friends? You may be wondering what foods will be best to bring along with you. Of course, you will want to pack heartier foods and snacks than you would for a summer camping trip, as you will most likely be exerting more… Read more »

How to Prepare for Winter Camping

Many people associate camping trips with summer months, warm temperatures, and afternoon trips to the lake. However, many people camp in the winter surrounded by bitter temperatures and blankets of snow. If you’re brave enough to camp in the winter months, it’s important to prepare for extreme conditions. Pre-Plan Your Trip In the summer, it… Read more »

Beginners Guide to Hunting Wild Turkey

With Thanksgiving slowly approaching, many hunters are seeking out wild turkeys. Turkeys have been hunted for thousands of years and they aren’t an easy catch. If you are a new hunter that is lucky enough to catch a turkey this season, it’s important to know how to clean and cook the turkey properly. Although many… Read more »

Advice for New Hunters

Hunting is not a simple sport. You cannot wander into the wilderness and hope for the best. Hunting takes skills, strategy, knowledge, confidence, equipment, and the list goes on. For people that are new to hunting, there are important things to remember, understand, and practice. Buy the Right Equipment Hunting requires a decent amount of… Read more »

Why to Plan Your Family Vacation for the Off-Season

Summer is filled with ice cream cones, swimming pools, beach visits, and inevitably, family vacations. Summer is when the majority of people choose to get on a plane and head to their summer vacation destination, basking in summer heat. However, there are plenty of advantages to traveling “off-season,” for instance in the early fall, when… Read more »

Home Cooked Meals and Why They Matter to Lawrence Bay Lodge

At Lawrence Bay Lodge, we pride ourselves on offering home cooked meals in our lodge that are guests can enjoy throughout their stay. From a hot breakfast to a filling dinner, we offer homemade meals that make our guests feel at home. Home cooked meals are both delicious and beneficial, making homemade meals important to… Read more »