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A true get-away, a fly-in fishing vacation to Ontario, Canada

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For many people living in urban and suburban areas, the idea of a week on a lake only accessible by plane is relegated to dreams and fantasy. 

This is why fly-in fishing has become an important part of people's planned vacations and getaways. While there are some limited locations in the American west to fly in and fish, there is an entire country to the north of the United States with vast tracts of sparsely populated land, ideal for the unique getaway.

Canada has some of the best wilderness fishing and hunting on the planet, and resorts specifically catered towards explorers who desire to head out and explore while still enjoying a high-quality vacation. 

A True Getaway

So many people are used to hunting and fishing miles from an interstate, that the idea of flying in on a float-plane can be overwhelming. 

The advantages of fly in over driving to a fishing location are substantial. Timing, service, and location are just three reasons to choose a fly in location for fishing, hunting, or just relaxing by the lake. 

When you go for a fishing or hunting trip near a city, much of your leisure time becomes filled with the distraction of modern conveniences. TV, Facebook, emails and texts, and other business are accessible at your fingertips 24/7. 

This fills your time with non-relaxing, non-contemplative or family related moments. 

A fly-in to a remote location gives you time to focus on friends and family with you, and moments of beauty without distraction.  

For people who love service, an all-inclusive fly-in resort (as opposed to a wilderness fly in camp) is the best of both worlds. 

You will be truly secluded but have the ease of modern plumbing and electricity, and the quality of life which comes from daily cleaning, cooking and guide services. 

"Location, location, location" is the mantra of real estate, retail, and many other businesses. 

For your getaway, this holds just as true. Finding the right location has to do with seclusion, but it also has to do with sleeping arrangements, proximity to water (because what is more relaxing than the gentle sound of water lapping against a dock?) and availability of your favourite fish. 

So whether you are looking to hunt, fish, or just enjoy the scenic wildlife, a Canadian fly-in resort gives you more seclusion than an African safari, while being in one of the safest countries on earth.

Quality Fishing

When selecting your fly in fishing experience, ensure that your hosts have a focus on quality in their processes and products. 

From screened in porches to protect from mosquitoes to maintaining equipment and grounds, the resort needs to pay attention to quality details. 

When looking for and selecting a fly-in fishing provider, look through pictures and information to determine the quality of their facilities, services, and more. 

Also, find customer reviews on their website and on 3rd party sites (Facebook or others) and determine whether you will be spending the week exploring beautiful nature, enjoying quiet moments and fishing well, or just be frustrated with broken down equipment and more.

Explore Beforehand

When selecting your fly in service, the location you fly out from can become an integral part of your planned vacation.

 For Oak Lake Lodge, visitors can fly into International Falls and enjoy the amenities of Minnesota's 1000 lakes, or you can fly into Winnipeg, MB, Canada and get a taste of Canadian culture in the slushy capital of the world.

The joy of a fly-in resort is that you get to start your vacation the moment you leave home, knowing that when you arrive at your fly-in destination, you will have plenty of time for leisure and reflection.

So, enjoy the trip, explore and plan on relaxing and reflecting through your entire fly-in trip. To begin planning your fly in fishing vacation, please contact us.

Fishing Trips in Canada

Ernie holding a walleye for his fishing guests.
May 2, 2020
Perhaps you've recently heard from friends about fly-in fishing excursions and how peaceful they are as a major vacation getaway. The only thing that maybe kept you from doing the same as your friends is lack of experience fishing on your own. Still, you're possibly in dire need of a peaceful hideaway vacation. It's possible you've been on fishing expeditions before as a guest and know how relaxing and peaceful these vacations are in comparison to anything else. Here at Oak Lake Lodge, we have the perfect escape for you when you want a peaceful vacation without hassles. What makes us unique is that if you don't know how to fish, or just need some guidance on what kind of fish to catch, superior fishing guides are available. While our fishing guides charge separately from the rest of the excursion, they're an investment well-spent for a variety of reasons. Much of it has to do with our guides becoming like a family friend to you rather than someone hired to go through the motions with tourists.
Huge muskie held by a fisherman in Canada.
May 1, 2020
Have you experienced the fly-in fishing experience of Oak Lake Lodge, but haven't invested in a guide? Allow us to explain why you should really give it a shot. While it's definitely an extra cash investment, it's one that we truly believe you need to try. Our highly trained fishing guides will enhance every moment of your fishing experience and make it more exciting, thrilling, and potentially successful. Read on to discover the myriad of advantages that come with hiring a fishing guide.
Muskie fish caught at Oak Lake Lodge
April 30, 2020
You've probably heard of that term "vacation from the vacation" more than once and maybe only thought of it as facetious.
Fisherman holding a walleye in Canada
April 30, 2020
If you've ever had experience with guides during vacations, you've probably wondered just how much they really know about the information they give you. When you visit historical locations where you need guidance to get around, guides can either be a burden or a godsend.
May 2, 2020
When you vacation, finding access to food is always an issue, especially when you're traveling with a big family. Having many people along on your trip also means dealing with some picky eaters. When you ultimately can't find the food you want while traveling, it only makes your vacation more of a frustration than a relaxing experience. This is all the more reason why you should try our fly-in fishing vacation package here at Oak Lake Lodge. Meals are never a problem at our lodge because we prepare in advance to make your experience the best it can possibly be. You'll also appreciate our attention to something other vacation spots don't always do: Making sure you never go hungry while still making the food healthy. If the word "healthy" sounds like it shouldn't go on vacation, having a hearty meal already means eating well. You have to keep your energy level up to fully enjoy the pristine nature around you here at Oak Lake Lodge. While providing relaxation for you is our goal, you'll have the privacy of Oak Lake where all-day fishing excursions are available at your leisure. The same goes for archery hunting out in the wilderness that's untouched by excessive amounts of tourists or industries. Despite you vacationing in one of the most undisturbed natural locations on earth, being out in the great outdoors always works up an appetite. It's why we place special emphasis on creating meals we know you're going to love. This includes some of the amazing and large fish you'll catch in Oak Lake that you can enjoy as part of a shore lunch. Take a look at what kind of meals you'll experience for every meal of the day, including the ability to snack when you want to.
Oak Lake Lodge view of docks and cabins.
May 2, 2020
When you hear the term "fly-in fishing", no doubt you immediately picture thoughts of a hideaway vacation. While accurate, you've perhaps created a new definition of what a hideaway vacation is. You've possibly become overly cynical about the term because so many hideaway vacations your family visited in the past didn't live up to expectations. This was even more disappointing considering you paid a significant amount to commune with pristine nature and a promise of few tourists. In reality, there aren't any truly pristine tourist areas left in the world other than deserted islands and uninhabited jungles. Only a few places still exist on earth where you'll get some exceptions. We're fortunate to tell you that we provide exceptions here at Oak Lake Lodge thanks to long-standing stringent plans on limiting tourists. Here in Ontario, Canada, we still have some pristine natural environments left not invaded by excess tourism or industry. The land around our lodge received government approval to stay as pristine as you can get while still allowing limited visitors at a time. We only allow 32 people in every few weeks, so you're never experiencing excess tourists. You'll also find many other differences compared to other so-called hideaway vacations. Maybe you know about other secret locations where you can essentially get lost, at least in the off-season. Even if you can sometimes successfully escape crowds in those places, they don't offer the amenities we do. Let's take a look at some of those differences and why we frequently get singled out as one of the best vacation spots within Canada and the United States. We'll help you redefine what a hideaway vacation really is.
Pork back ribs served at Oak lake Lodge, a fly-in fishing lodge in Canada.
May 1, 2020
There isn't any question that food is a top concern when traveling on vacation. You've probably had more headaches over what to eat than anything else when visiting hideaway resorts, hotels, or even bed & breakfasts. What makes this all the more problematic is the kind of food you'll find in the places where you stay. If you're staying overseas, it sometimes means consuming exotic items you've never had before, which only brings elements of risk. While the above is exciting for some people, it can bring some dangers to your health. The last thing you want is food that could potentially make you sick in a foreign location where medical facilities aren't the greatest. Here at Oak Lake Lodge, we decided that food needed a strong focus on our vacation packages. We knew that when people travel to a vacation destination, they wanted food that's substantive, yet also not overly offbeat to a point where it could cause illness. Also, based on the response of our customers, we understood that most people enjoy having traditional food. Yes, traditional food gives you a sense of home, despite being served here in a remote location where pristine nature surrounds you. Let us show you the kind of traditional food you'll find for your fly-in fishing vacation. We'll show you why it's safer and even healthier than many other foods found in other tourist destinations.
A view of Oak Lake Lodge from the lake. A fly-in fishing lodge in Ontario, Canada.
May 1, 2020
When you decide to experience our fly-in fishing vacation package here at Oak Lake Lodge, you'll immediately notice the sense of peace and quiet you'll have in comparison to other vacations. We'll remind you that when you arrive here, you're a long way from any industry. This means miles and miles of natural surroundings and not the loud bustle of traffic. With our limitations of 32 people per visit, you also eliminate concern about excessive tourists. You won't find many vacation spots on earth that don't have an excess of tourists clogging streets, or even on lakes. This sense of peace might sound like we're too far away from providing outstanding amenities. Keep in mind we fly in and provide more amenities and supplies than most lodges do that exist away from civilization.
Main dining room at fly-in fishing lodge.
May 1, 2020
Experiencing autumn during your fly in fishing vacation here at Oak Lake Lodge is like no other nature experience available in the civilized world. Even if you already live near natural areas and love doing activities in the outdoors during the fall or winter, you probably have to experience an excessive amount of people in those places. Plus if it's a vacation spot, you probably work up a considerable appetite after excessive physical exercise. The problem with the two situations above is that being in nature with too many people already ruins any claims of the surroundings being unspoiled. At a vacation resort, it also means crowded restaurants, leaving you having to wait for food when you want food immediately. You won't find either of the above unfortunate scenarios here at Oak Lake Lodge. The nature here is truly pristine because there isn't any industry around for miles. We also have limitations on how many people we let in at a time, so getting food when you want it isn't a problem. Moreover, you'll have more food here than you can probably digest. Our meals are extremely hearty and generous in their servings. The question is how much of an appetite can you generate while visiting us? When you have cooler weather, invigorating fishing, and hunting all together, you can probably get as hungry as the black bears and moose are when they forage for food this fall.
Muskie fish caught at Oak Lake Lodge
April 30, 2020
You've probably heard of that term "vacation from the vacation" more than once and maybe only thought of it as facetious.
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