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Go Fish! Take Your Children Fishing

Have you been contemplating whether or not you should go on a fishing trip with your children? After reading about the benefits your children can gain from some good ole’ fishing, you’ll find yourself booking a trip with us sooner rather than later.

Fishing isn’t just a way to pass the time; it can increase your children’s appreciation of nature, allow them to unplug from technology and learn patience.

Appreciation of nature

The more time spent in the great outdoors, the more your children will realize the beauty of our great world. Encourage them to take in every moment because it’s not often that kids these days get out in the fresh air. Grab your pole, put some sunscreen on and head outdoors.

Unplug from technology

Getting your children away from their screens once in a while will help them see that they don’t need to be playing on a computer or video games in order to have fun. If there is no technology present, you can appreciate nature and have a truly relaxing day with your family.

Patience

Going fishing teaches children to be patient and to wait quietly for the things that they want. We live in a world of instant satisfaction and “wanting it now” so fishing really tests patience, which is a great skill to have. Children also learn that not every fishing trip will be as successful as they are hoping. After all, the sport wouldn’t be any fun if we caught a fish every time we put our line in the water.

Come visit us at Burntwood Lake Lodge and experience great walleye fishing with your children. We are sure you will create memories on the water that will last a lifetime.

2016 Fishing Gear Guide

We have our trustworthy fishing gear that we can’t ever think of replacing, but with new technology these days, the equipment is easier to use, more efficient, and offer great fishing success.

Fishing season 2016 is well under way.

While we hope you have had much fishing success so far, just in case you haven’t here is a list of some gear to help increase your chances.

Van Staal X-Series reel: this reel is crafted from aircraft-grade aluminum and is the most durable reel you will find. There is an improved drag system to give you better adjustment options as well as a clicker that offers positive feedback to tweak resistance during big fish battles.

Seaguar Smackdown braided line: a super thin line, you have a great advantage for inshore saltwater fishing for fluke, sea bass, and striped bass. It has been tested against 65-pound strengths. You can cast this line further and it comes in a variety of spool lengths.

Buff Pro Series Stripping Guards: to save your skin against line and pole cuts and burns, try this tape that provides super strength for your fingers. These guards are reusable and strip away during all hours of the day.

Patagonia Capilene Thermal Weight Crew shirt: for that early morning and late evening fishing trips, you need skin coverage that insulates and protects. This shirt is stretchy and is made of breathable Polartec Power Grid fabric with interior fleece bumps that create pockets to hold heat.

Fishpond Nomad Boat Net: typical nets are great for the smaller fish, but when you have a large trout, for example, you need something bigger and stronger. This net has a 27-inch easy-grip handle and a wide rubber-mesh bag. This net practically sucks in the fish as you net them.

One of the most personal of fishing choices is which pole you use. If you are looking to upgrade your current rod, this fishing gear guide of 2016 provided by Field & Stream has quite an impressive list.

Burntwood Lake Lodge would like to have an opportunity to fish with you this season. For fishing excursion reservations or to learn about us, you can contact us by calling 1-877-358-2259 today.

No One Is Perfect: 3 Common Fishing Mistakes You Didn’t Know You Were Making

It’s no secret that every angler enjoys their time out on the water. But sometimes no matter what they do, they end up empty handed.

This can leave many of them scratching their head wondering if they did something to diminish their success.

The truth is, there are very common mistakes that many fisherman or fisherwomen could be committing and not even realize it.

Avoid These Mistakes and Bring Home That Trophy

Use the Right Gear – Fish are fish, right? They don’t know any better when it comes to your bait. This actually couldn’t be any farther from the truth. When you hit the water, make sure you have the correct items to ensure you real in that next trophy.
Hold on to Your Rod – When you are out on enjoying yourself it’s hard not to open up a cold one. This means you can just put your rod down and prop it up against something with your line cast in the water. Wrong! Too many times an angler has been burned by this harmless form of letting your guard down so make sure you keep one hand on it at all times.
Don’t Reel in Too Fast – Chances are you’ve cast a line before and thought it was too long. Next time you do, be Odds are you haven’t overcast at all and may end up catching something.

Burntwood Lake Lodge offers guided fishing trips in Manitoba. Our guides are experts and will make sure you do all the right stuff to reel in the trophy you want.

For more information on our fly-in fishing trips or more, feel free to contact us at 1-877-358-2259 today!

No One Is Perfect: 3 Common Fishing Mistakes You Didn’t Know You Were Making

It’s no secret that every angler enjoys their time out on the water. But sometimes no matter what they do, they end up empty handed.

This can leave many of them scratching their head wondering if they did something to diminish their success.

The truth is, there are very common mistakes that many fisherman or fisherwomen could be committing and not even realize it.

Avoid These Mistakes and Bring Home That Trophy

Use the Right Gear – Fish are fish, right? They don’t know any better when it comes to your bait. This actually couldn’t be any farther from the truth. When you hit the water, make sure you have the correct items to ensure you real in that next trophy.
Hold on to Your Rod – When you are out on enjoying yourself it’s hard not to open up a cold one. This means you can just put your rod down and prop it up against something with your line cast in the water. Wrong! Too many times an angler has been burned by this harmless form of letting your guard down so make sure you keep one hand on it at all times.
Don’t Reel in Too Fast – Chances are you’ve cast a line before and thought it was too long. Next time you do, be Odds are you haven’t overcast at all and may end up catching something.

Burntwood Lake Lodge offers guided fishing trips in Manitoba. Our guides are experts and will make sure you do all the right stuff to reel in the trophy you want.

For more information on our fly-in fishing trips or more, feel free to contact us at 1-877-358-2259 today!

When To Start Booking Your Summer Fishing Trip In Manitoba

Who doesn’t love to go on a fishing trip with the family or just the guys? We know that this activity is so relaxing and so many people can’t wait till the season begins each year.

It is important for everyone to know the times that the season begins and when you should reserve your trip to come and fish with us.

The fishing this year will begin on May 21, 2016, according to Manitoba’s Angler Guide since we are in the Northwest Division of Manitoba. The general closure is from May 1, 2016, to May 20, 2016.

Here are a few other regulations from Manitoba’s Angler Guide for anyone that has not fished with us before:

Barbless hooks must be used.
From April 1 to and including April 30 and from May 21 to and including May 31, the walleye limit is 4.
No live baitfish
All lake trout over 65 cm must be released.
All pike over 75 cm must be released.
All walleye over 55 cm must be released.

We offer fishing package rates for 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7-day trips as well as Direct from Winnipeg travel options as well for 5 night/4 day and 7 night/6-day trips.

To see pricing, as well as what is included and not included, visit our Fishing Page.

Your license fee is not included in the price of your trip. This fee varies depending on age and residency status. Here is a quick breakdown:

65+ Manitoba Residents

Conservational License: Free
Regular License: $25.10

Manitoba Resident – Ages 16 – 64

Conservational License: $19.20
Regular License: $25.10

Canadian Resident – Age 16 and over

Conservational License: $28
Regular License: $47.65

Nonresident – age 16 and over

Conservational License: $37.85
Regular License: $62.35

If you are ready to book your trip, we would recommend contacting us at Burntwood Lake Lodge, 1-877-358-2259, as soon as possible to book for this season since we are only a few short weeks away from opening day.

Year Round Fishing Conditions

Fishing is one of few outdoor sports that you can engage in year round. With the exception of winter where you will ice fish, in all three others seasons of the year, you can fish from a boat or side of a stream, river or lake.

The success of your fishing depends on the type of fish biting during that time of year, the temperature of the water and heat of the sun.

We can’t also forget that the time of day plays a large role in successful fishing. Before the sun sets high in the sky, some fish prefer the cooler water, which makes early morning fishing better than midday.

Some fish species like dark and murky water, making an early evening or nighttime fishing a good time.

Here is a breakdown of what you can expect for seasonal fishing.

Remember, though, this is just a guide and not an absolute. Some research ahead of time on the type of fish you’re after is the best solution for a successful fishing excursion.

Spring – this is typically when fish begin spawning. Since water temperatures take a while to hit a decent 65 degrees, many fish species will swim at the surface of the water, where the sun has warmed the top layer or close to shore.

Summer – many fish species have released their offspring by now and due to the rising heat of the water temperature, you’ll find much fish to swim deep below the surface where it is colder and darker.

Fall – water temperatures are much cooler by now, making the fish really active to locate the warm spots in the water. The colder the water, the hungrier the fish are, which makes it easier to catch a fish.

Winter – while the quantity of fish is lower in the winter, the quality of fish is increased. Fishing trips in the winter tend to be shorter days with fewer fish, but the fish you catch will be well fed.

At Burntwood Lake Lodge our unique location boasts over 1000 miles of pristine shoreline to fish from and is scattered with weed beds, hidden reefs and much more; perfect for trophy Walleye and Pike Fishing. Being a Manitoba fly-in only resort we provide a large selection of tackle and bait in our souvenir store. For more information, contact us today!

Have Itinerary, Will Travel

Vacations are a great way for us to escape. No work for a couple days and no daily routine. Sounds great right? So why would anyone want to put that freedom in jeopardy with creating an itinerary for your vacation?

The truth is there are actually quite a few perks to having a set plan for your trip.

Itinerary: Structured Freedom

Now having a schedule doesn’t sound all that great considering that’s what you’re looking to get away from. But it can help keep you from missing out on certain attractions depending on where you go.

Some places are time sensitive or are best to visit during a certain time.

Having an itinerary could be a good way to make sure you hit everything at the right time to make your vacation as memorable as possible. It will also maximize your vacation potential. As well all know, vacations go by entirely way too fast.

An itinerary will make sure you and whoever you’re traveling with will get where you want to go but still allow you to enjoy yourself.

Keep in mind too that even though it’s a structure to your day, you can always make adjustments accordingly if you spend too much time at one place.

Burntwood Lake Lodge offers hunting and fishing trips in Manitoba. Our experts will take you on an adventure into the Canadian Wilderness and give you with the best experience possible when you stay with us.

For more information on our trips, feel free to contact us today!

Tips To Bring Home A Northern Pike This Winter

If you fish for Northern Pike, you will most likely hear anglers discussing the best ways to catch them in the middle of winter.

With so many different tips, it can be hard to tell what will and won’t work.

Regardless of what you decide on, the following tips are a great place to start when you decide to hit the ice.

Reel In That Northern Pike

Location, Location, Location – When you head out to catch a northern pike, take note of where their food supply is calling. If you are able to find that, the Pike won’t be too hard too far behind.
Play The Game – Northern Pike is known to play with anglers bait. If you feel it a tug, don’t reel your line all the way in. Instead, reel in slowly as the Pike may return and bite again. Do this and stay patient and you could just end up with a catch.
Get The Right Bait – Don’t even bother with smaller bait when trying to catch a Northern Pike because they won’t either. Make your bait about 6 to 8 inches long. But keep in mind you might have to reel your bait in yourself as most stores don’t carry bait that long.

Burntwood Lake Lodge offers fishing trip packages in Manitoba.

Our fishing guides will take you out on the water and help you bring home your next trophy.

If you would like more information on our packages, please contact us today!

What Makes A Fly-In Only Lodge Unique?

We all get tired of feeling busy 24/7 and it seems like every vacation is spent on our cell phone or tablets. While you won’t be roughing it at a Fly-In only lodge, you will certainly be able to unwind and relax while enjoying some fantastic fishing, hunting and connecting with nature.

When you choose a Fly-In only lodge, you will get a very different trip in comparison to other lodges.

You are deeper into the woods, surrounded by nature that is almost untouched by man. Because they are so secluded, you will not have to worry about other hunters around you and when you’re sitting on the water, you’ll feel like you are the only person fishing on the lake.

Everything you may need is readily available to you; you won’t have to think about anything besides hunting and fishing. Not to mention, the staff and guides have years of experience and won’t lead you astray.

Everyone needs a break and the opportunity to unplug every once and a while, here at Burntwood, we make that possible.

Burntwood Lake Lodge is located 500 miles north of the Canadian border and is the only lodge on the lake. Accessed only by air, we have fly-in outposts that make your experience at our lodge very unique. With over 1000 miles of shoreline, it’s a great place to fish for Northern Pike and Walleye.

We also have a world class hunt for moose and black bears. If you love to fish and hunt or you are looking for a nice place to go camping, contact us today to schedule stay.

What Makes A Fly-In Only Lodge Unique?

When you choose a Fly-In only lodge, you will get a very different trip in comparison to other lodges.

Everyone needs a break and the opportunity to unplug every once and a while, here at Burntwood, we make that possible.

We also have a world class hunt for moose and black bears. If you love to fish and hunt or you are looking for a nice place to go camping, contact us today to schedule stay.