Your Fishing Escape

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“50 Great New England Family Fishing Vacations” is the ultimate planning guide for families that enjoy outdoor recreation, hands-on learning opportunities and making wonderful summer memories together. While all 50 chapters do include excellent fishing destinations, Grant also includes a wide range of activities sure to please non-anglers, and to keep the family entertained when the day’s fishing is done. Lodging options range from tenting and RVing to rental cabi… More >>

50 Great New England Family Fishing Vacations

Vacations come in all shapes and sizes; some people enjoy going from a museum to an exhibit to a gallery; others like to soak up the heat on a beach in the Caribbeans; while others prefer to avoid the scores of people entirely and go after some game. For those Canadian Fly in Fishing and Hunting is the best choice. I will share with you what you can expect, what you should bring, what you should avoid, and which companies you should plan your trip with. You can think of this as a Canadian Fly in Fishing and Hunting Guide.

My name is Jeremy Wadford, I’ve been fishing all over North America and over the past few years I have been on a couple of those fly in fishing trips to Canada. I enjoyed it; caught some walleye, lots of pike and a 28lb trout!

I’m telling you, this was a great trip and you should go! Leave your wife, your kids at home, take your buddies and fly in to Canada for a week to have the best fishing and hunting time ever. Seriously, ever! This is unlike any weekend trip out of town. The feel is completely different when you cross the border to hunt and fish in Canada.

What To Expect On Your Canadian Fly-In Fishing Trip

It’s a good idea to do your research first. There are 2 main companies that you can plan your trip with (see “Who To Plan Your Canadian Fly-In Fishing Trip With” below), and the staff at each one is well prepared to make your fishing trip an amazing one; so expect to be well taken care of.

Expect a boat and motor, solar-powered lighting, hot and cold running water, showers, fully equipped kitchens and comfortable furniture. The Clean Cabin Deposit (typically $100) guarantees you well maintained cabins with ample room for up to 8 adults. As a rule satellite telephones for emergency use are provided, but it’s still a good idea to make sure that they do have them at all their cabins, or at least at the cabin you’ll be staying in.

When we planned our first Canadian fly in fishing and hunting trip we found that a lot of the following things were provided to us:

Wide, heavy duty 14″ Alumarine boats with swivel seats
6 – 15HP motors and unlimited gas
Marine safety equipment (emergency kits)
Paddles
Anchors
Landing nets
Minnow buckets
Life vests/life jackets (they are mandatory, and whenever they are not included, they are available for rent)
Kitchens with cooking and eating utensils (pots, pans, plates, knives, forks, etc.)
Large propane refrigerators, stoves and freezers
Solar powered lights
Backup propane lights
High pressure solar water system with hot and cold water
Shower and urinal
Wood burning stove for heating
Firewood
Screened-in porches, 200 square foot decks /w benches
Covered area with propane and Charcoal BBQ
Fish cleaning areas with running water
Satellite phones accessible to each camp
Flight checks of our camp (should we need it, assistance would be quick)
Wooden walkways from dock to cabin

*When you plan your trip, read carefully what is provided, and where, because while the above is pretty much standard, we misread the provided features and learned only after-the-fact that some items are provided in select cabins. While I expected the items I listed below, they were unavailable to the cabin we booked. So for our next Canadian fly in fishing trip we will book the cabin with the following provided:

Canned pork & beans
Canned corn
Canned green beans
Canned fruit cocktail
Ketchup, mustard, relish
Flour & sugar
Salt & pepper
Dish soap & bleach
Mr. Clean, S.O.S. & garbage bags
Paper towels & toilet paper

Any problems with equipment you can expect to be taken care of quickly. The guys running the place really want to leave you with a Canadian fly in fishing experience you will brag to your pals about, so they are quick to fix your motor, provide you with gas and help you out in every possible way. When I went, they marked our map and spend some time with us to help us along, before we headed into the lake.

What To Bring On Your Canadian Fly In Fishing Trip

First remember that whichever company you chose, you are almost guaranteed plane transportation in and out of camp from Red Lake. This means that there will be certain limitations on how much you can bring. The limit is most likely to be 100 lbs per person. The weight restrictions are very strict, so plan your fishing trip well!

The bare minimums include duffel bag or backpack for personal gear including clothing, 1 sleeping bag (or blanket), 1 tackle box and 1 small cooler for the boat. A total of 4 items per person and that should be it for a total weight of 60 pounds per person.

General/Personal

Warm clothing and rain
Mosquito coils
Insect repellent and sunscreen
Sleeping bag or blankets (pillows are often provided)
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Read the Complete Canadian Fly In Fishing and Hunting Guide HERE

So where is it that you are wanting to go on your fishing vacation? Here are a few different places that you could go to enjoy yourself, with your family, and make some memories, as well as catch some huge, trophy sized fish, without having to break the bank. While some are more expensive than others, if you are planning a full blown family vacation, these destinations are great for fishing, as well as the experience the country can provide.

Costa Rican Fishing Vacation – Hitting the deep blue seas off the Costa Rican shores can mean huge excitement for you and your group, as long as you are prepared for long fights, and tough battles. Yellowfin Tuna, black and blue Marlin, Snapper, Sailfish, Dorado, Mahi Mahi, and many other large, heavy hitting species are found off the coasts of Costa Rica.

Alaskan Fishing Vacation – Many anglers love catching huge fish, but there aren’t a whole lot of anglers that realize the size of fish you can catch on an Alaskan vacation. Either fresh, or saltwater, you can catch large Halibut, and record setting Salmon to take home and display to your colleagues and friends.

Canadian Fishing Vacation – When it comes to remote fishing, you are going to be hard pressed to find a location such as Canada. Fly in fishing vacations get you onto lakes that have been touched by a handful of anglers, and offer incredible, life changing angling.

For large trophy bass fishing though, a Florida, or Mexican fishing vacation is on the to do list. Lake El Salto, and the Everglades provide some of the best bass fishing around the world, so if bucketmouths are what you have in mind, you really need to think about visiting either Florida, Mexico, or even Texas, and the California delta for a great deal of bass fishing vacation action.

Are you ready for that Fishing Vacation? Well, if you are, then you need to begin planning your trip now. Fishing trips are the perfect dreams for the heart strong angler. Whether you love lake, stream, ocean, or pond, the options are bountiful. Your vacation can be a day trip or two weeks of daily fishing. You need to figure out who is going, when you are going, where you would love to go, and your vacation budget. The internet holds endless information about fishing seasons, types of fish and interesting locations. Think of your needs and they can easily be matched.

The wonderful thing about fishing trips is you can plan several throughout the year. You may decide to plan a family vacation. This can be a great way for families to spend quality time together, but you must remember, each person may have a different need, so accommodating these needs can be challenging. Choosing a location that offers other sites and amusement is helpful if some in your family may tire of the fishing scenario. Planning a trip with friends can be a great getaway. These excursions are perfect for getting friends together, getting much needed serious angler time, and of course, the celebration of a great day of fishing, cooking over the fire, and telling those great stories of the one that got away. There is also perhaps the most rewarding fishing trip, the solo vacation, the sky is the limit. You, your pole, the water, and the fish are the most important part of this trip, fulfilling your secret inspiration of you against fish. Going to that place, you have always wanted to go; to catch that fish you have always wanted to catch.

Planning the time of your vacation is dependent upon your schedule and based on the particular fishing season you are interested in. With the incredible amount of locations across North America, you can probably find the fishing season you are interested in available. Make sure you check any location you are interested in to ensure the fishing regulations, licensing requirements and available seasons.

Your destination is also based on what types of fishing you wish to experience. You may not want to experience deep-sea fishing in the winter and you may not wish to go ice fishing in the summer. Obviously, you need to go to the oceans to experience deep-sea fishing and visiting lakes and streams for your freshwater fish. Each ocean has a variety of fish you may wish to experience catching. Knowing what type of fish you wish to catch begins to narrow your search of locations.

Your budget will establish your length of vacation as well as your accommodations and travel arrangements. Many fishing trips are planned at a variety of locations, driving to each and staying at campgrounds, making for an economical and exciting trip. Often, groups will rent a recreational vehicle, which enables everyone to travel together as well as a place to stay. You can also arrange for guided fishing trips, which include packages for meals, accommodations and travel to the site. You may also want to investigate lodges and cabins in the areas you wish to visit. For those who want the best of all worlds check out resorts with fishing spots nearby. You can be fishing while family members can get that spa treatment! Indulge in fine cuisine or make your own!

Once you have established where, when and with whom you are going on your vacation, you can now become excited about the trip you are about to take. Dreaming of the great outdoors by yourself or with others is one of the most relaxing and rewarding vacations out there. Being with friends and family creates memorable experiences. So go now, and begin planning that fishing vacation!

Fishing trips are a timeless activity, for those looking to relax with friends, deepen family bonds, or just take a break from the daily grind by escaping into nature for a while. The options for fishing trips are endless- from a quick jaunt at a nearby creek to a luxury vacation aboard a private yacht; as the challenges and pleasures of fishing draw people of all backgrounds and income levels, year after year. Because of the versatility of fishing trips, they have been a part of many classic works of literature and film; who could imagine The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn without Huck and Tom, fishing together and plotting their exploits?

Some may wonder whether, in this digital age defined by consumerism, the old-fashioned fishing trip is losing its popularity. Perhaps people now prefer to fish by video game rather than in person? In fact, the sport of fishing is not being left in the dust by new technology, but instead adapting to it.

Certain aspects of a fishing trip cannot be replaced by a screen: the feel of the sun on your face, the smell of the water, the satisfaction after a struggle to reel in a big catch. While some traditionalists may favor the equipment of yesteryear, others are taking advantage of evolving technology to improve their experiences on fishing trips.

Take for example the staples of an extended hiking trip, far from hotels and other trappings of civilization. However, an ancient tent, fishing pole and rickety canoe may suffice for some, other fishing enthusiasts latch onto equipment with sophisticated features that allow them to push their personal records. The demand for quality outdoor sporting goods has not gone unnoticed; companies like Cabela, Bass Pro Shops, and Gander Mountain have capitalized on the dedication of anglers and other outdoor sportsmen to build superstore empires. A quick look through their merchandise reveals a plethora of bait options, various types of fishing lines (monofilament or fluorocarbon, anyone?) and rods, to mention just a few products.

Fishing trips are not just a great way to release stress and keep up a sporting life; they also present opportunities to maintain relationships in a busy world. A regular fishing trip between a child and their parent can be a buffer against peer pressure and certain dangers involved in growing up in a world where drugs are not just easily available, but glamorized by increasingly young teens. A few hours spent together in a peaceful, constructive environment every so often go a long way towards sustaining an open, trusting relationship.

Teaching a friend or family member to fish can increase their confidence and reduce the pressures of work. The relaxing effect of a fishing trip is also good for your health, as a cost-effective method of decreasing overall stress in one’s life. The respect for nature that is cultivated by a tradition of fishing gives both young and old angler perspective on the world that cannot be imitated by merely reading or hearing about others’ experiences. For these reasons and more, fishing trips will not be disappearing from our lives anytime soon.