As the ice melts and the spring waters start to move, the art of catch-and-release fishing becomes more popular among anglers. This technique isn’t just about enjoying the excitement of catching fish; it’s a promise to protect the environment and ensure the sustainability of our aquatic ecosystems for future generations. Here, we’ll dive into some… Read more »
Category: Catch and Release Fishing
5 Ways You Can Practice Sustainable Fishing
When you’re constantly out on the water, under the blazing sun and bright blue sky, watching the aquatic wildlife swim below you, you develop a special appreciation and respect for the environment. It’s hard not to feel a duty to protect and preserve the natural world around you when you spend so much time reaping… Read more »
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 »
3 Advantages to Catch and Release Fishing
Fishing is a fun and exciting sport, but it can also be very challenging. For this reason, many people want to commemorate finally reeling in a big trophy catch by cooking it up for dinner or mounting it on the wall—and we totally get it! But before you get out the frying pan or head… Read more »
To Prep or Not to Prep Your Tackle Box
If you and your buddies are avid fishermen like the staff here at Lawrence Bay Lodge, then you probably can’t stop thinking about the upcoming spring season and the opportunity it provides to get back out on the water. Sure, there are other hobbies – like ice fishing – to hold you over during the… 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 »
Advice for Successfully Releasing a Fish
Many areas, including Reindeer Lake, participate in catch-and-release fishing programs. And while catching fish is fairly straightforward, the releasing art may be difficult for those new to the sport. Here are just a few words of advice to read up on before you head out to the Saskatchewan! The first – and most important –… Read more »
[Infographic] Fly Fishing Northern Pike Facts
If you are planning a fishing trip to Lawrence Bay Lodge, you are most likely looking to hook an enormous Northern Pike. And as you daydream about your upcoming vacation from your office desk, you are probably wondering about how big of a fish you will catch and what gear you should bring to ensure… Read more »
Father/Daughter Lawrence Bay Fishing Trip
Meet Katie and her Dad John from Wyoming. They were among our first guests of the 2013 season. John and Katie have been planning their special fishing trip to Lawrence Bay Lodge for five years. Recently engaged Katie even left her fiance at home to spend special bonding time with her dad. The only stipulaton… Read more »
Buying Gear For New Anglers
Fly-fishing continues to grow in popularity after several studies highlighted the outstanding benefits of fly-fishing. New anglers join our cause weekly, and to you newcomers we say- “Welcome! Here are a few tips for getting started”. “Fishing is much more than fish. It is the great occasion when we may return to the fine simplicity… Read more »
How to Lure a Walleye
With the fishing season approaching very quickly, here are some tips on how to catch Walleye. Though Walleyes are native to the freshwaters of Canada, they have now made a home in almost every state of the United States. Walleye are some of the most popular game fish. They can be elusive at times. They… Read more »
Fishing in Pagato Lake, Saskatchewan
Pagato Lake is one of our outposts that sits southeast of our main lodge at Reindeer Lake. Like Remember these lakes are largely untouched by man, which means the only real threats to these big monsters are the natural enemies themselves. Walleyes can grow to as large as 10-pounds with Pike able to grow as… Read more »