Tag: Hunting

The Health Benefits of Spending Time Outdoors

When we were kids, our parents always told us “fresh air is good for you” or “go outside and get some fresh air!” Sure, they were probably just trying to occupy us for a while, but as it turns out, spending time outside has now been scientifically proven to make you a healthier person.

According to the Huffington Post, spending time outside can make you physically healthier. Here are some reasons why: Huffington says that the University of Essex performed studies that proved that the color green makes exercise feel easier. Cyclists who were biking in front of a green image showed less “mood disturbances” than bikers in front of red and grey images. So, the grass and trees of the great outdoors can help your workouts feel less like work and more like fun.

If you like hiking, you should know that spending some of your time at high altitudes, like after climbing a mountain, can help you lose weight. The altitude can trigger your metabolism, and keep hunger cravings at bay, causing your body to burn more fat, faster.

Vitamin D, which you get from the sun, is endlessly good for you—we need vitamin D to keep our bones healthy, prevent inflammation, and support our immune systems. Occasional sun exposure sans sunscreen can actually be good for you—as long as it’s in small doses.

Plus, there’s the simple joy that we get from nature. Spending a few minutes surrounded by natural beauty can lift our spirits, keep our stress levels down, and even prevent depression and anxiety.

If any of these good side effects from spending time outside sound good to you, spend a weekend here at Burnt Lake Lodge. We offer guided fishing and hunting trips, and our grounds offer some great hiking options. Contact us today at 1-877-358-2259 to book your stay today.

The Health Benefits of Spending Time Outdoors

When we were kids, our parents always told us “fresh air is good for you” or “go outside and get some fresh air!” Sure, they were probably just trying to occupy us for a while, but as it turns out, spending time outside has now been scientifically proven to make you a healthier person.

According to the Huffington Post, spending time outside can make you physically healthier. Here are some reasons why: Huffington says that the University of Essex performed studies that proved that the color green makes exercise feel easier. Cyclists who were biking in front of a green image showed less “mood disturbances” than bikers in front of red and grey images. So, the grass and trees of the great outdoors can help your workouts feel less like work and more like fun.

If you like hiking, you should know that spending some of your time at high altitudes, like after climbing a mountain, can help you lose weight. The altitude can trigger your metabolism, and keep hunger cravings at bay, causing your body to burn more fat, faster.

Vitamin D, which you get from the sun, is endlessly good for you—we need vitamin D to keep our bones healthy, prevent inflammation, and support our immune systems. Occasional sun exposure sans sunscreen can actually be good for you—as long as it’s in small doses.

Plus, there’s the simple joy that we get from nature. Spending a few minutes surrounded by natural beauty can lift our spirits, keep our stress levels down, and even prevent depression and anxiety.

If any of these good side effects from spending time outside sound good to you, spend a weekend here at Burnt Lake Lodge. We offer guided fishing and hunting trips, and our grounds offer some great hiking options. Contact us today at 1-877-358-2259 to book your stay today.

The Importance of Getting Fresh Air

FishingSome industrial cities are so polluted that you’ll have a hard time finding fresh air there. Then there’s the infamous “sick building syndrome,” whereas office workers get headaches and have all sorts of respiratory problems because the building they work in is so poorly ventilated.

Getting fresh air into your lungs is important for your overall health and well-being.

Most people spend the majority of their time indoors these days, staring at computer and TV screens. This is not good. Think about our ancestors– they spent the majority of their time outdoors, didn’t they? Now think back to your childhood. Most likely, you spent a lot more time outdoors than you do now, doing things like walking in the woods, swimming in pools, going for bike rides and picking flowers for your mom.

Fresh air is good for you and your body. When you’re surrounded by nature, far from industrial waste, you’re able to breathe in fresh air which helps boost your immune system and reduce your stress levels. At places like Burntwood Lake Lodge in Manitoba, you’re surrounded by trees and water. It smells good in the wilderness and makes people feel calmer and happier than being stuck in highway traffic in the big city– no wonder several companies make a “fresh air scent” spray.

Think about the last time you were away from the polluted city. Imagine the trees, bushes, flowers, walking paths, streams, rivers, and lakes. Didn’t nature make you feel more relaxed? Didn’t you want to take big bucketful gasps for all that fresh air to fill your lungs?

Simply put, spending time in the fresh air, outdoors, energizes us. Being in nature is good for the soul.

Burntwood Lake Lodge is a Canadian getaway where you can enjoy lots of fresh air. It’s also home to some of Canada’s best hunting and fishing areas. As a fly-in resort, Burntwood Lake Lodge is nice and remote– all the better for fresh air fun!

 

Flying Moose in Northern Manitoba

Hello to all of you moose hunters!  Ever wonder if there’s a more efficient way to transport a bull moose from the kill site to Burntwood Lake Lodge?  Here at BWL we like to make this step as easy as possible by using one of our Robinson 44 helicopters to sling the moose out.  By using this method of transport, makes it a bit easier on our guides and insures that meat wastage is never an issue.

The video you will view is a bull moose being slung from a hunting site approximately 15 miles from the town of Snow Lake, Manitoba onto the local hunters flatbed trailer.    Slinging Moose with Heli 2015

What Makes A Fly-In Only Lodge Unique?

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?

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.

Staying Warm in Cold Weather Hunting

 

Cold Weather Hunting | Burntwood

Once you’ve set yourself down in your tree stand and you’re practically dug in to wait the few necessary hours until the perfect shot happens to come across your path, the last thing you want to feel is Old Man Winter getting aggressive. It’s important to stay warm in cold weather hunting, not just due to common sense, but because you won’t want to ruin your preparations by having to go home early from the cold. Here are some suggestions to help keep you warm this season:

 

EAT THE RIGHT FOODS

While eating healthy is obvious for a multitude of reasons, specific nutritious foods have been shown to work the best in cold weather situations. Having oatmeal for breakfast, peanut butter for lunch, and pasta for dinner will help sustain you. Since these foods are rich in complex carbohydrates, they break down slowly and keep you sustained.

 

STAY IN SHAPE

Much like the previous suggestion, this is kind of a no-brainer, but staying fit can help you in more ways than the obvious. First, you don’t want to start sweating while in the tree stand, as many people believe the scent will keep the prey away. Second, the perspiration will eventually cool and dampen your underclothes, and if you’re sitting somewhere with a high wind chill then you’re risking your health. Keep your underclothes dry by avoiding perspiration while getting to your spot in the first place.

 

LOOSEN THE BOOTS

You might think that you should strap your boots on as tightly as possible, but in actuality, once you’re set up in your stand, the opposite would be more beneficial. By loosening your boots you can improve blood flow and keep your feet warmer. Wear heavy socks and loosen the strings, then you’ll start to see the difference.

 

HAVE THE RIGHT GEAR

Invest in camo made specifically for cold weather hunting. Cabela’s has a wide selection to choose from. As you know, think about layering up so you can adjust temperatures as needed. Look into fabrics that are moisture wicking. Looks for fabrics like wool to keep you warm and dry. Also be prepared to get snowed and rained on. Cabela’s also has a large selection of wet weather camo.

Staying Warm in Cold Weather Hunting

 

Cold Weather Hunting | Burntwood

Once you’ve set yourself down in your tree stand and you’re practically dug in to wait the few necessary hours until the perfect shot happens to come across your path, the last thing you want to feel is Old Man Winter getting aggressive. It’s important to stay warm in cold weather hunting, not just due to common sense, but because you won’t want to ruin your preparations by having to go home early from the cold. Here are some suggestions to help keep you warm this season:

 

EAT THE RIGHT FOODS

While eating healthy is obvious for a multitude of reasons, specific nutritious foods have been shown to work the best in cold weather situations. Having oatmeal for breakfast, peanut butter for lunch, and pasta for dinner will help sustain you. Since these foods are rich in complex carbohydrates, they break down slowly and keep you sustained.

 

STAY IN SHAPE

Much like the previous suggestion, this is kind of a no-brainer, but staying fit can help you in more ways than the obvious. First, you don’t want to start sweating while in the tree stand, as many people believe the scent will keep the prey away. Second, the perspiration will eventually cool and dampen your underclothes, and if you’re sitting somewhere with a high wind chill then you’re risking your health. Keep your underclothes dry by avoiding perspiration while getting to your spot in the first place.

 

LOOSEN THE BOOTS

You might think that you should strap your boots on as tightly as possible, but in actuality, once you’re set up in your stand, the opposite would be more beneficial. By loosening your boots you can improve blood flow and keep your feet warmer. Wear heavy socks and loosen the strings, then you’ll start to see the difference.

 

HAVE THE RIGHT GEAR

Invest in camo made specifically for cold weather hunting. Cabela’s has a wide selection to choose from. As you know, think about layering up so you can adjust temperatures as needed. Look into fabrics that are moisture wicking. Looks for fabrics like wool to keep you warm and dry. Also be prepared to get snowed and rained on. Cabela’s also has a large selection of wet weather camo.

Hunting License Requirements for Manitoba Hunting

How to get hunting license manitoba

Before you sign up for one of our Burntwood Lake hunting tours, you should find out if you are eligible for a hunting license in the Providence of Manitoba. Our laws are quite similar to those throughout the rest of Canada and the United States, but getting yourself organized is the best way to ensure that obtaining your license is an easy process. Here’s what you need to know about getting your hunting license in Manitoba.

Fees are included

The first thing you should know is that your hunting license fees are included in the price of our tours. So don’t worry about going ahead and getting one yourself. In addition to your license, each hunter is also guaranteed a trophy Bull Moose tag. Keep in mind that if you are hunting, your license will be specific towards the species that you are hunting.

Age

If you are a hunter 12 years or older, you are eligible to receive your hunting license in Manitoba.

Hunter’s Education Certificates

Whether you have the Manitoba Hunter Education Course Certification and Firearm Safety Training or a valid equivalent Hunter Education certificate from another jurisdiction, you will be eligible to obtain the necessary paperwork to lawfully hunt in Manitoba. United States citizens can use their state’s hunting permits as well.

 

All bear and moose game that is hunted during your tour with Burntwood will be capped and dressed for you. The price for your hunting tour also includes all government taxes. For more information on joining a Burntwood Lake hunting tour in Manitoba, Canada, visit our hunting page. Feel free to give us a call if you require additional information.

The Ultimate Moose Burgers/Meatballs [Recipe]

recipe for moose meat

After your hunt takes place, the best part is enjoying the fruits of your labor. Moose venison is high in iron and low in fat. Talk to your butcher about creating a variety of options from your moose meat. You can have it turned into steaks, ground, or jerky. Moose has a strong, gamey taste, and is a little tougher than beef, for instance. Therefore, grinding your moose meat and making it into burgers or meatballs with some other flavors is a great idea. Below, we include a recipe for preparing the ground meat for burgers or meatballs, whichever you prefer.

 

For this recipe, you’ll need:

3 pounds ground moose meat

¼ cup minced garlic

¼ cup soy sauce

½ cup honey

2 tablespoons garlic powder

3 tablespoons onion powder

1 ½ teaspoons chili powder

2 tablespoons canola oil

 

Preheat your over to 350 degrees F.

 

First, stir together minced garlic, soy sauce, and honey in a small saucepan. After they are thoroughly mixed, add in the powders. Bring this mixture to a simmer over medium-high heat before reducing heat to medium-low and letting it cook at a low simmer for 15 minutes. Set aside.

 

If you are making meatballs, roll the ground moose into meatballs in portions equivalent to about 2 tablespoons. This recipe should make about 48 meatballs. Next, heat the canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the meatballs in batches until browned and cooked through.

Once your meat has drained, put your meatballs or patties into a baking dish. Pour the sauce over your meat and make sure it’s well coated. Bake the meat for about 20 minutes so it absorbs the sauce.

If you are making burgers, put meat into patties and cook on the grill or as desired. For some amazing topping choices, go classic with BLT, or try avocado, onion rings, mushrooms. Try an alfredo sauce dressing – delicious!

Enjoy!

What are some of your favorite moose venison recipes?