Plan Your Trip

Plan Your Fly-In Adventure

Get Ready for an Incredible Fishing Experience

A fly-in fishing trip is the ultimate retreat—a chance to unplug from the hustle of everyday life and reconnect with nature in the quiet beauty of northwestern Ontario’s backcountry.

Planning ahead ensures you get the most out of your adventure. Below, you’ll find everything you need to know before you go. Have questions? We’re always happy to help—just contact us.

What’s Included With Your Fly-In Fishing Package

We work hard to deliver a high-quality experience at the best value. Every package includes:

  • Round-trip flight from our base in Nestor Falls to your outpost lake

  • Free, secure vehicle parking at our airbase

  • Emergency satellite phone or InReach text communication

  • Comfortable, well-equipped cabins with:

    • Hot and cold running water and full bathrooms with hot showers

    • Modern kitchens: full-size propane stove/oven, electric fridge & freezer

    • All cooking utensils (dishes, pots/pans, cutlery, etc.)

    • 110 AC wiring with gas generators and electric lighting

    • Bunk beds with quality twin mattresses and pillows

    • Screened-in porches with gas BBQs and propane deep fryers

  • Boats and Gear:

    • 14′ or 16′ Lund boats with reliable Yamaha 4-stroke motors

    • Unlimited fuel and propane

    • Lake maps, bait buckets, landing nets, XL adult life jackets, and boat cushions

  • Drinking water provided

  • Trip planner and info package upon booking

  • Friendly, responsive service from start to finish

What to Bring

On a fly-in trip less stuff is always better. It’s best to pack light—100 lbs per person max. Space on the float plane is limited and weight restrictions are strict.

We’ll send you a detailed packing list after you confirm your booking, but here are the essentials:

  • Warm clothing (layers are best) and quality rain gear

  • Sleeping bag or twin sheets, blanket, and pillowcase (linen packages available upon request)

  • Personal toiletries, medications, sunscreen, insect repellent

  • Fishing gear (rods, tackle, stringers, fillet knife, portable depth finder)

  • Ontario fishing license & Outdoors Card

  • Groceries and beverages (cans only); coolers and ice

  • Paper towels, toilet paper, tin foil, dish soap, garbage bags

  • Flashlight/headlamp and extra batteries

  • Camera or phone with charger

  • Waterproof matches or lighter

  • Passport (required for U.S. visitors)

Flying in commercially?

We can help by supplying linen packages and coolers and pre-purchasing groceries. Your gear will be waiting at the dock the morning of your flight. Contact us at least two weeks in advance of your trip to make arrangements.

Know Before You Go

    • COVID-19: Vaccination is not required to enter Canada

    • Criminal Records (e.g., DUI): May affect your entry into Canada—check eligibility before booking

    • Customs & Border Info: Learn what you can and can’t bring

Where to Buy Essentials

  • Groceries:

    • Dalseg’s Fine Foods (Nestor Falls – also sells beer, liquor, tobacco)

    • Safeway (Fort Frances)

    • Cloverleaf Grocery (Emo)

  • Bait & Tackle + Outdoors Card/Fishing Licenses:

Ready to Book?

Our outpost dates fill fast—book early to secure your preferred lake and travel time.

Have questions or want help planning your trip? Contact us anytime. We’re here to make your fly-in adventure as smooth and memorable as possible.