Clothing & Gear: We suggest you bring clothing that can be layered. The mornings are generally quite cool, requiring the most clothes. All of the items that we suggest will keep you comfortable on those not so perfect days. Remember, you are fishing in the 59 th parallel and the weather will vary. Also, there is no set rule for black flies and mosquito’s. They are always present but generally more prevalent during the early summer. Additionally, if you use perfume free soap, shampoo and lotions the bugs won’t be so attracted to you.

a. Jacket with a hood.
b. Watch cap and ball cap. (goretex)
c. Long underwear
d. Gloves, neoprene is best
e. boots & socks
f. Rain Suit - good is OK, better is best
g. Polarized sun glasses
h. Insect repellent and bug hood
i. small flashlight
j. Any type of turtle neck
k. Flannel shirts or sweat shirts
l. Camp shoe or boot
m. Personal items, soap, shampoo, ect
n. Medications
o. Sun screen and chap stick
p. Camera/video camera and film (batteries)
q. Small waterproof bag
r. Passport or Birth Certificate
s. Personal items, soap, shampoo, ect. T. Indoor mosquito coils

TACKLE & FISHING METHODS:
a. Northern Pike should be fished with a medium heavy to heavy rod in the 6 ½’ to 7’ range. Your reel should have a good drag system and spooled with 17 lb. test line. Fly fisherman should consider at least a 9wt rod in the 8’ to 9’ range.

• Also, please purchase quality leaders (minimum 30pound) as the cheap one’s will not hold up and will certainly “cost you a trophy fish”. Do not buy cheap leaders…………………!
• Lures to consider: a. Daredevil or alike spoons at least 3 ½ “ long
• In line spinners with a bucktail, (such as the Mepps Giant Musky killer), #4 and #5 without a tail.
• Top water lures: Mister Twister Top Prop, Jitter Bug or Crazy Crawler
• Weedless Spoons such as the Johnson’s Silver Minnow or the Rapala Minnow Spoon. Rubber tails are very effective
• Jointed Creek Chubb’s, jointed Rapala’s, Yozuri, Storm or Rebel minnows in size 13, about 5”.
• Crank baits such as Mann’s Minus One, Stretch or Super Stretch series. Rapala Super Shad Rap and any crank bait that will not dive deeper than 3 or 4 feet.
• Rubber weedless imitations like the Slugo or banjo minnow
• Most pike will be caught in less than 10 feet of water. Colors that work well are yellow, green, orange, red, blue, chartrusque, pink, gold, silver or white plus combinations of the listed colors.
• A water thermometer will be very instrumental in catching pike.
• Fly fishermen should consider Dalberg divers, such as the Orvis Conehead #2, Black bunnies and bright marabou streamers.

b . Lake Trout should be fished with a 6 ½’ to 7’ medium heavy rod equipped with a reel incorporating a good drag and spooled with 17 lb. test line. Laker’s will most often be caught trolling, except the June fisherman occasionally can catch fish by casting from the boat in shallow water. Consider line markers so you can get back to the same depth after you catch a fish.

• Spoons in the 4” to 7” range such as NK’s, Daredevils, Kotco Doctor or any that you use for salmon. #13 jointed Rapala’s, large Flat Fish , deep diving crank baits such as the Excaliber Shad Rap or Mann’s Plus 30 have worked well. I don’t recommend large spinners as you will experience line twist from constant trolling. White, blue, green, pink, orange, gold and silver spoons with a shiny or black back work best.
• 1, 2 and 3 ounce pencil weights and large three way swivels for trolling.

c. Arctic Grayling should be fished with ultra light spinning or spin cast equipment. Rods in the 5 ½’ range with reels incorporating a good drag and spooled with 4 to 6 lb. Test. You will fish in very fast water. Split shot may be necessary. Fly fisherman will do best with a 4wt or 5wt rod in the 8’ range.

• Very small spoons, #0 & #1 spinners such as Mepps or Roster tails, #3 floating Rapala’s will be your best bet. White, chartrusque, blue, green and yellow have worked best. Light elk hair caddis in #10 or #12 and prince nymphs work great.

d. All fishing is catch and release with barbless hooks beingmandatory. You can remove barbs by either grinding or pinching them off with a set of needle nose or lineman pliers. Note : We will have lures, flies and leaders available for sale at the camp. Please, learn to tie the polamar knot. It is very strong and reliable for big fish!

Weather:
Our weather can vary from week to week in the summer and for your best up to date information, I suggest you go on-line to www.wunderground.com to get the latest weather forecast for our area . Also, as a general rule, our mornings are quite cool and breezy but by mid day you will most often be fishing in a flannel shirt. Our evenings are very comfortable and you should feel comfortable in a short sleeve shirt and jeans. Rain is always unwanted, however, it always finds its way to us off and on throughout the summer. Please, come with a good rain suit. The fishing is still great and we always encourage fishing, conditions permitting.

Boats and Motors:
We presently provide fully equipped 17 and 18ft. Alumarines with 40hp Yamaha 4 stroke engines.

Emergency Notifications:
Please, advise your family to telephone our toll free number 1-780-628-1894, where upon the person attempting to reach you can leave the emergency information and it will be passed on to us that day. Note: Please write our number down with your travel papers and also, ensure your family knows where you are fishing, your fishing friends and our numbers.

Medications:
It is recommended that you personally pack any prescribed medications to ensure you have them as their is no avenue available to get necessary medications to you, once you arrive. Also, be prepared at customs. Prescription medications must be in the prescribed bottle. These efforts will ensure you don’t encounter any problems.

Gratuities:
One of the most frequent questions asked is, what should I leave the Staff for a tip? I will suggest that the caretaker be considered for a $25.00 gratuity from each fishermen.

Insurance:
I would ask that you please check with your health insurance provider regarding coverage abroad and your limitations in the event of an illness. I would also suggest that you contact your motor club, travel agent or insurance agent and explore the possibility or purchasing a travel policy that would cover illnesses, trip cancellation and accidents abroad.

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