Backcountry Bass Fishing Wicksteed Lake #solocamping #canoeing #northernontario #getoutside #bass

On this adventure I decided on a last minute trip, I left straight after work and didn’t have much time for dark. Luckily the first camp was available and had about a half hour before darkness, I quickly set up, put up the bear hang – then enjoyed a relaxing fire. After a long day work, all the last minute packing I was ready for bed!

The next day was a morning trippers live for, water like glass, beautiful fall colors AND tail wind. I set off early, and as it was shallow, weedy – So I explored more than fished, after 3 hours I made it down to the area where there are many islands, and established campsite to choose from. The fishing got better the further down I went. Day two the campsite was gorgeous, and was a nice relaxing night, good meal too,.

The final day started off with a 3 degree morning & thick fog, but when the sun peaked over the treeline it was truly one of the best mornings I’ve had in awhile. I think I will have to come back and explore further down and beyond.

Highlights for me: the otters, the overhang rain shelter and catching a PB Bass that I didn’t get on film and lost as I could pull up the rock face and net before it came off. The 2nd smaller one flopped around and again couldn’t net in time. Single barbless hooks make it a tad trickier too. Still had a lot of fun and I know I will get a Walleye next time! 💪🏼
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#Temagami
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