Choosing the Right Tackle for Nipigon Brook TroutGord EllisJune 25, 2026June 25, 2026 by Gord EllisJune 25, 2026June 25, 2026 I am well into my 13th season of guiding for the lodge in Red Rock, Ontario, as I write this column. In fact, I have just...
Jigging for Walleye: A PrimerGord EllisMay 27, 2026 by Gord EllisMay 27, 2026 Walleyes are the favourite fish of anglers on both sides of the border between the United States and Canada. They are fun to catch, relatively...
Wild Turkeys: Be Flexible to Fill Your TagGord EllisApril 30, 2026 by Gord EllisApril 30, 2026 Wild turkey hunters tend to stick to certain tried-and-true setups and let patience do the rest. This can work wonders, but there are also times...
The Right Net for the JobGord EllisMarch 26, 2026 by Gord EllisMarch 26, 2026 The basic fishing net is quite a simple tool, with a hoop, handle, and mesh. Back in the day, the typical fishing net was an...
Three Classic Lake Trout SpoonsGord EllisFebruary 25, 2026 by Gord EllisFebruary 25, 2026 There might be some discussion about what the best lure presentation is for brook trout, walleye, pike, or muskie. But when it comes to lake...
Spinner Techniques for BassGord EllisJanuary 30, 2026February 20, 2026 by Gord EllisJanuary 30, 2026February 20, 2026 Spinners are a lure that tournament anglers quietly throw when everyone else is fishing crankbaits or plastic. In lakes where minnows are a primary forage,...
Cold Weather Clothing on the IceGord EllisDecember 29, 2025 by Gord EllisDecember 29, 2025 There are few winter situations potentially colder than being out on the ice while fishing. The wind can blow down the lake, and -10 C...
Electronics on Ice: A PrimerGord EllisNovember 25, 2025November 25, 2025 by Gord EllisNovember 25, 2025November 25, 2025 Ice fishing was once the simplest of pursuits. You needed only a hand auger, spool of line, hooks, sinkers, and bait to be in business. It...