Tag: Saskatchewan Fishing Lodge

Tips for Your First Fly Fishing Trip

If you’ve made the decision to begin fly fishing but are unsure what you’ll need for your first trip, there are a few pieces of equipment and knowledge required to have a successful time on the water. While we understand you want to get out and get your “feet wet”, preparation is truly the key… Read more »

Why Fishing at a Lodge Is Great for Beginners and Experienced Anglers Alike

For anyone who fishes regularly or who is interested in trying out the sport, the thought of booking a trip to a fishing lodge has likely crossed your mind. If you’ve never been to a lodge before though, you might be wary about whether or not the experience is worth it. Beginners often worry they… Read more »

5 Must-Have Apps for Every Fisherman’s Phone

The origins of fishing date back to hundreds of thousands of years ago, when our early ancestors would spear, net, or grab fish by hand to sustain themselves by eating or trading it. We’ve come a long way since then, with a significant number of today’s fisherman heading out to the water for fun instead… Read more »

Fish With a Bait or Lure?

If you’re planning a summer fishing trip, you’re probably aware of the debate: bait or lure? In all honesty, there’s no “one size fits all” approach to this question, but both baits and lures have their strengths and weaknesses, and in some situations one may be preferable to the other. Here are a few tips… Read more »

Why Do We Fish? Here’s a Brief History of Fishing

If you’re like us, fishing is one of your favorite pastimes. For millions of people all over the world, it’s a much-loved hobby as well as a source of food. For many, it’s also a livelihood. Curious to know why we fish? Here’s a brief history of fishing: While humans have been eating seafood for… Read more »

Northern Pike Fishing Tips and Techniques

Northern Pike fishing in Canada can be an exhilarating, yet challenging experience. The fish, which are abundant in Reindeer Lake, are easy to hook but difficult to catch. They’re attracted to most lures, but their impressive size and aggressive characteristics make it hard to reel them in. Improve your Northern Pike catch with a few… Read more »

Four Casting Techniques You’ll Want to Know

When you’re out to catch some fish, there are several different types of casting techniques you can use. Each one has different advantages, so it pays to know a few. Casting Technique One: Overhead Cast The overhead cast is one of the most common techniques. It works well with almost any lure. It’s most effective… Read more »

Four Useful Fly Fishing Techniques

Ask any fly fisherman and he’ll tell you—there’s nothing like a day spent casting your rod in a beautiful lake or stream. If you’re a newbie, or if you need to brush up on your technique after a long winter spent indoors, read these handy tips. Fly Fishing Technique 1: The Overhead Cast You’ll be… Read more »

Tasty Lake Trout Recipes

You’ve had a successful trout fishing expedition out on Reindeer Lake. Congratulations! Now, it’s time to cook that tasty trout. Need some recipe ideas? Find them below! Simple grilled lake trout There’s no better way to showcase the flavor of freshly caught fish. Begin by preheating your broiler. Once you’ve gutted and scaled your trout… Read more »

Teach Your Kids How to Fish in These Easy Steps

Fishing with your kids is always fun. Warm days, cool nights and the feeling of accomplishment when your child reels in his or her first catch – it’s a great activity for a weekend and beyond. Here are a few easy steps for teaching your kids how to fish: Be prepared Make sure you have… Read more »

How to Become a Better Fisherman

Some say that you’re born with fishing skills; others say you have to earn them. Here at Lawrence Bay Lodge, we think it’s a little bit of both: inherent talent, love of fishing and working on perfecting your craft. Here are some tips on how to become a better fisherman: Always Learn New Tricks The… Read more »

Interesting Facts About Northern Pike

Are you joining us soon for a fishing trip of a lifetime? We will give you a good idea of what to expect when fishing in Reindeer Lake by telling you everything you’ve ever wanted to know about Northern Pike. Northern Pike play an important role as predator fish in many bodies of water. They… Read more »