Canoeing is an exciting sport/recreational activity. It is a great way to connect with nature whilst getting a great upper-body workout. When planning a canoeing trip, it is important to wear the proper clothing and bring the right equipment to ensure a safe and comfortable experience. If you are planning an upcoming canoeing trip, here… Continue Reading
Summer is almost here, which means it’s time to prepare for camping and hunting season. Both activities are great forms of exercise and excellent ways to connect with nature. If you are planning a summer camping or hunting trip here are a few tips to make this season the best: Prepare your weapon– If… Continue Reading
Fishing is an excellent way to relax and reconnect with nature. Whether you fish alone or with family, spending time in nature can help reduce stress and anxiety. Throughout the years this activity has become increasingly popular and has grown into a billion-dollar industry. According to a 2016 survey conducted by the National Survey… Continue Reading
Canoe camping is one of the best ways to throw yourself completely into the wilderness when the stress from your everyday life gets to be too much. A canoe trip might just be the stress reliever you needed, and packing the right equipment will allow you to have more freedom from those worries. The Essentials… Continue Reading
Hunting and fishing enthusiasts take note: the brand-new Pursuit app makes it easy to buy or renew all your hunting and fishing licenses online. The app functions as a virtual wallet, where you can store all of your hunting and fishing licenses in one place, as well as your state sportsman’s IDs. Pursuit will also… Continue Reading
As you’re preparing for your next trip on the water, don’t overlook the very important boating safety kit. You may think you don’t need to spend time putting a kit together when you can just go buy one, but that’s not exactly true. A purchased kit should be a starter that you add to in… Continue Reading
Wabakimi Provincial Park in Ontario, Canada is a beautiful nature oasis that’s great for all kinds of outdoor activities. Here at Mattice Lake Outfitters, our mini-lodge sits in the heart of the park, surrounded by 25 miles of flowing river. Never heard of Wabakimi Provincial Park before? Here’s everything you need to know. The details… Continue Reading
One of the most peaceful trips you can plan is to the shores of the Ogoki Reservoir in Northwestern Ontario, where the joys of fly-in fishing, moose hunting, and wilderness canoeing await you. But how much do you know about this nature-filled gem? Here are a few interesting facts. Size The Ogoki Reservoir is Ontario’s… Continue Reading
Calling anglers of all experience levels! If you are planning a fishing trip to see us in beautiful Northwestern Ontario, we will help you prepare for your adventure by telling you everything you could ever want to know about Walleye, the most common freshwater game fish. Facts about Walleye • Walleye are ranked high in… Continue Reading
Are you craving an adventure but not sure what to do? We suggest going on a canoe trip in Wabakimi Wilderness Park and the Albany and Kopka Waterway Parks. Canoeing is a great way to explore the waterways, get closer to nature and get fit at the same time. Here are a few reasons why… Continue Reading