Welcome everyone to our fish handling guide! Knowing the right ways to handle fish, whether you’re an experienced angler or a beginner, is crucial for maintaining aquatic ecosystems and the sustainability of one of our favourite activities. This blog will discuss safe handling practices, equipment and methods to reduce fish damage, and some techniques to make sure the fish we catch and release have the best chance of surviving.   Let’s start with the equipment that will do the least amount of harm to a fish when caught. Firstly hooks, if you want to make sure that the risk of injury to fi ..read more

When it comes to catching northern pike, having the right arsenal of lures is essential for a successful day on the water. Whether you’re targeting trophy-sized monsters or looking for a thrilling fight with aggressive predators, this list of fishing lures offers a diverse range of options to suit any angler’s preferences. From the irresistible action of spinnerbaits to the lifelike swimming motion of soft plastic swimbaits, each lure brings its own unique appeal to the table. Join us as we dive into the world of pike angling as we explore what we think are the top four styles of lures that co ..read more

  https://wildernessnorth.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/IceFishing-Ogokivv2band-4_4_24-8.51 AM.m4a     Working at Wilderness North has always been an adventure in itself; from flying guests into Miminiska Lodge, to delivering supplies to our local northern communities, every day is exciting and different from the last. But the adventure doesn’t always end at work.   This March a couple of my friends and I got the opportunity we have been waiting for when Krista invited us to stay at one of our outpost camps for a truly unforgettable fishing trip. The journey began with a l ..read more

Lake trout are a species some anglers visiting northern Ontario for the first time may not have ever fished for. Lake trout are a native species to the province and are also one of the larger sport fish out there. Some anglers use a contraption called downrigger to get these fish, but there is some extra rigging involved. In my estimation, the best way to appreciate the feeling of a large lake trout putting the brakes on a bait is to go old school. This means using weights, large lures and some medium to beefy rods. There is something supremely satisfying bait catching trout this way. Here is ..read more

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That 43-inch pike above is just one of the eleven pike that earned Master Angler status. Combine that with the 17, 26+inch walleye, like the one at the top of the newsletter and you can see that the season got off to a roaring start. All these fish were released alive. In her podcast, Megan Cheeseman gives you the details, and you can look below to see all the “monsters” from just the first month of fishing in 2023.  https://wildernessnorth.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/MeganFR1.m4a ..read more

Fishing Rods – Review 2023 In this report, we review fishing rods as we update your tackle opportunities in getting ready for the 2023 season. Our first report targets walleye fishing and the second report on northern pike. Our special thanks to Reuben Lim for his contribution.    7 Best Walleye Rods Reviewed Different Types of Walleye Rods You can jig, troll, or let your bait sit when you’re targeting walleyes. These different fishing techniques give rise to different types of walleye rods. Spinning The first type is spinning rods. Spinning rods are the easiest to use. When using sp ..read more

Ice-Out Opportunities in Ontario Here are handful of species you can celebrate ice-out with! Northern Pike are just one of the many species you can target right at ice-out. • Credit: Alyssa Lloyd Arguably the most wonderful time of the year for anglers but not just because you can make it to the boat launch. Ice-out spring conditions offer anglers a chance to dip their feet into unchartered waters targeting fish they don’t normally spend their seasons on. Spring is also one of the best times of year to figure out new-to-you bodies of water. New weed growth and in some cases high water can ..read more

Mojikit Channel Lodge   The 42 mile long Ogoki Reservoir feeds into Mojikit Lake through the Mojikit Channel. The channel runs for more than half a mile and has very strong current at all times; this makes for excellent walleye action. In this fishery you will find most walleye in the 21-22 inch range and there’s many opportunities to catch pike over 40 inches. The inlet of the channel has a series of rocky reefs, which are prime areas for fishing. One of the best is directly across from the lodge, at the outlet of the channel into Mojikit Lake. Mojikit Lake itself has many islands and wa ..read more