Canada's BEST Fishing and Hunting

All-Canada Show Green Bay Live on WNFL 1440

2012-01-31T08:13:00.000-08:00

Check out Norm "The Great" McCreight on WNFL with John Maino in Green Bay.

New in 2012! Musk ox sponsored by Cabela's

2011-12-28T06:07:00.000-08:00

Show attracts Canada’s BEST Fishing & Hunting

The All-Canada Show, visiting mid-America’s largest cities, will feature Canada’s top fishing and hunting destinations. The 29th annual event also includes free seminars, free maps and travel guides, a free magazine with features and tips on Canadian adventures, free Cabela’s hunting simulator and, on opening night, a free Dardevle collector lure.

Adventurers interested in traveling to Canada will find a wide variety of destinations including canoe outfitters, drive in resorts, remote fly-in outposts, 5-star fly-in lodges and hunting outfitters. The shows website lists exhibitors in each market including links to their websites. Go to AllCanadaShow.com for details.
The show is also a resource for planning the perfect adventure.

“The key to a successful Canadian trip is proper planning,” says the show’s owner Jennifer Young, “That’s the whole premise of the All-Canada Show – we have everything you need to plan your trip. The opportunity for show guests to talk, face-to-face, with the owners and operators of these lodges…greatly improves their chances of a successful adventure.”

Show staff and featured speaker Norm “the Great” McCreight use their combined 80 years fishing and hunting expertise on the show’s seminar stage to educate consumers. These informational presentations offer insight into selecting for the perfect destination, choosing the right lodge plan, crossing the border, plus tips on saving money and wilderness safety.

Young also noted, “There are some misconceptions out there about trips to Canada, the biggest being that it is expensive. Our show does host some of the finest lodges and resorts anywhere in the world, but there are also many housekeeping lodges and camps offering fabulous fishing that are very affordable.”

“If you like Canada, there’s plenty to keep you occupied at the show,” she said, “Although the primary purpose of the show is to select the perfect destination for your adventure, we also offer a variety of information, attractions and entertainment to aid in the process and create a real Canadian atmosphere.”
For a discount coupon and complete details on the All-Canada Show go to: http://www.allcanadashow.com/.

Other show features include:

Musk Ox Mount from High Arctic Lodge presented by Cabela’s. This 800 pound musk ox was taken in September 2011 in Nunavut. Musk ox have been around this earth for over 150,000 years. They are the only prehistoric animals who haven’t adapted since the Ice Age. They lived with saber tooth tigers, wooly mammoths, Megaloceros, and Mastodons. Come to the show and bring your kids to see one up close and personal….don’t miss it.

Norm “The Great” McCreight—This icon of the All-Canada Show will talk
hunting and fishing in his beloved Canada at his daily seminars and may even throw in a few hockey comments. Updated seminar schedules will be posted on the All-Canada website: AllCanadaShow.com.

Meet 2008 DU International Artist of the Year—Anthony J. Padgett, rated in the top 10wildlife artists in the United States, will be present during all show hours in the gallery at the show. Padgett painted “Locked at Lac Seul,” the original artwork of two trophy moose near Lac Seul, Ontario.

Eppinger night—Opening night every paid admission will receive a free collector Eppinger Dardevle, one of the best lures to take along on your Canadian fishing trip. Throughout the show, children between the ages of 8 and 16 will receive a free mini-Dardevle with a paid admission.

‘Locked at Lac Seul’ presented by Cabela’s is back by popular demand. This exhibit includes two trophy moose with original antlers locked in a duel to the death. The display is the largest of its kind in the world.

Other Attractions—The show’s traditional favorites are back: an authentic Canadian shore lunch (for an extra fee) in concessions, featuring Labatt Blue and a Free Cabela’s hunting simulator.

Free stuff—All show guests will receive a free copy of All-Canada Adventures
magazine (a $5.25 value) as well as maps and brochures from exhibitors and the All-Canada Show Travel Centre.

Prizes—Grand prize for all seven shows is an Anthony J. Padgett original artwork, plus $1,000 Cabela’s gift card. In addition All-Canada awards a vacation prize to Canada in every city including three days and four nights for two people, American Plan including all meals, boat, motor, gas, guide (two-day minimum) and tax.

Admission--Adults, $10; seniors and children (13-16), $8; and children 12 and under, free. For $2 off coupon and complete show details, log on to AllCanadaShow.com Buy tickets online and save 50% at AllCanadaShow.com.

2012 All-Canada Show Schedule: St. Louis, St. Charles Convention Center, Jan. 6-8; Indianapolis, The Fountains, Carmel, Jan. 9-11; Chicago, Pheasant Run Resort, St. Charles, Jan. 12-15; Madison, Marriott Madison West Convention Center, Jan. 16-18; Milwaukee, Milwaukee County Sports Complex, Jan. 19-22; Green Bay, ShopKo Hall, Jan. 26-29; Minneapolis/St. Paul, Earle Brown Heritage Center, Minneapolis, Feb. 17-19.

Hours: St. Louis: 5-9 p.m., Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday. Chicago, Milwaukee and Green Bay: 5-9 p.m., Thursday; 3-9 p.m., Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday. Madison and Indianapolis: 5-9 p.m., Monday; 3-9 p.m., Tuesday and 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Wednesday (free lunch on Wednesday from 11 - 2 pm). Minneapolis: 3-9 p.m., Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday.

Sponsors--National sponsors in 2012 include Northwest Ontario, Canada, Cabela's, Labatt Blue, Yamaha Canada, Eppinger, Gates Taxidermy, Travel Manitoba, Anthony Padgett Gallery, and Spectra Print.

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Canadian fishing tips

2011-12-26T05:04:00.000-08:00

Some great Canadian fishing tips. Add your best tips on the comments area.

Taking Kids to Canada

2011-12-23T06:01:00.000-08:00

Take your kids to Canada when they are young! You will all relax, rewind, and make great memories.

Planning the Perfect Trip to Canada

2011-12-23T05:52:00.000-08:00

We at the All-Canada Show would like to share our planning secrets with you. Check out the podcast, and then download the documents that you can use on your next trip.

https://www.facebook.com/pages/All-Canada-Show/114951305201603#!/media/set/?set=a.317129738317091.93440.114951305201603&type=1
Click for the documents that you can use.

Fishing Fever by Norm McCreight

2011-12-05T08:12:00.000-08:00

It starts for me in the winter, not much to do, so you start looking at last summer’s pictures of the big fishing trip you took. Then you phone a buddy and make a comment that could be complimentary or more likely it’s not. If an argument occurs I’m putting my money on it’s about the one that got away, no conclusive evidences. Then you poke thru some of your tackle, try and tidy up the box a little, that’s when your mind turns to this year adventure. Where to go, what to fish for, who’s going, who’s not?

That’s one of the big advantages of having one of the All-Canada Show close by to attend. Here all friends in the group that can get together for an outing, talk to all sorts of lodge and outpost owners, look at pictures, enjoy a seminar, or a Canadian walleye shore lunch with a glass of cold Labatt beer.

One of the biggest thrills for me is planning a trip with my sons while perusing over a map. One of the more popular stops at the All-Canada Show is the Travel Centre. Here there are many different publications showing different areas of Canada to fish, plus a bunch of lake maps. These maps are great for looking up lakes you want to fish and the lodges that are either on the lake or close by. Even though I know these areas very well I still use these maps for reference, they contain lots of information.

Two summers ago my middle son MacKenzie had my second grandchild (Brady), and he also bought a new home that summer. To say the least he was pretty busy and had no time for fishing. So this summer I wanted to go on a trip with just him, I fish a lot with Normie he has no kids and seems to always be ready. So I went to the old filing cabinet and pulled out one of the maps I got at the Travel Center and tried to find a place for us to go. I know, I’m lucky enough to live in Canada and I do have my honey holes.

This time I wanted to go to Ontario, which is just an hour and a half away, and have some good bass fishing. There is very little smallmouth bass fishing here in Manitoba and no largemouth bass to speak of. So Kenzie and I pointed and grunted at each other for about half an hour and then decided on Rush Bay in Lake of the Woods. He could only go for the day so it was close to Winnipeg and we were both familiar with the lake. The only problem now was the wait.

Time went by fast enough, turkey hunting, bear scouting, and opening day fishing for walleye and then finally our bass fishing. trip. We wanted to take advantage of the whole day so we got up at 3-30am hit the road and got to the Ontario border in record time. The sun had just broken the eastern horizon and there was a bit of mist in the air. Besides when a cold front is moving in the best time I like to go fishing is on the third or even better the fourth of hot steady weather. This was the fourth day, just as we got to the boat launch Kenzie yells out “Look a bear” sure enough just to my right was a big huge black bear just sitting on the side of the road, we drove right by it and it didn’t move.

We got the boat lined up, and looked back at the bear, the bear actually moved over to the edge of the ditch to get a better look at us. For a second I got nerves hoping I wouldn’t screw up backing up in front of the bear, and then I gave my head a shake. We parked the truck and trailer leaving it and the bear behind. We’re not the greatest bass fishermen, but with a bit of luck we do OK. We set up three rods each, one was a six and a half foot casting rod and spinning reel, with a ¼ oz white tube jig on it. The second was a seven foot medium action with a fast tip for trolling, bait caster reel tipped with a small snap swivel. There’s a key to that snap swivel.

I’ll troll with different crank baits colour, size, depth and shapes being the change up, when I get a couple of hits or just one, I’ll take off that snap swivel and tie that bait right to the lure, which is usually an o ring on crank baits. I try to fish with the least amount of hardware so to speak. The last rod is a bait caster seven foot or a seven and ½ foot medium action medium tip; I don’t need a fast tip with this combo. I warn you now, it’s hard to find a medium action only rod, and most of them have a fast tip. I find this rod works best for me with this type of bait. The bait is double bladed spinner bait, make it nice and bright. It’s noisy bait with a large profile great for bass.

So I can fish the shallows and the points with a little finesse, with the tube jig, fast, slow, it is very versatile. Cranks to locate and the spinner to trigger that strike. At least that’s the plan. My 125hp motor works great, I was at the point we picked out on the map in seconds. I like to have the rod right there beside me so I get the first cast. Just as I get it in my hand I can hear Kenzie’s lure hit the water, just like his brother grrrrr why do I bring them? It must have been his third cast when his rod bent and he called out” Fish on”! It didn’t bother me that he caught a fish, it’s just the first fish of the day and there went two bucks and so far it was the biggest fish, another two bucks. No, no your right, no gas money either.

I can see that the rod had loaded with a lot of weight, I was sure it was a nice northern by the way it was fighting. Then the surface exploded and this fat bellied bass came flying right at us, I thought it was going to join us in the boat. Kenzie raised his rod over his head, he’s as tall as me, 6’4”, but still there was a bit of slack in that line. We were both hoping that that bass wouldn’t spit that lure out. The fish dove back into the water for a brief second the line stayed limp we stopped breathing. Then line went tight, the fight was back on. The fish tail danced, darted from right to left, he fought for about 7 minutes or so then he slowed down and Kenz got him close enough to the boat so I could lip him. At first I thought it was a smallmouth bass but it turn out to be a largemouth, Kenzie’s first. Good fish and a good kid, he must have a great father.

We caught a few bass here and there but it started to get really hot, no clouds and the sun was high it was in the mid 30’s, in fact, it was 37C (89f) and for you scientist (310K). We moved to a shallow bay, found a six foot drop off, not so great for fishing but awesome for swimming. We took a half hour break and enjoyed the water, it felt real good. After we cooled off we started to fish a little deeper, off points made of gravel. With the trolling motor we ziged zagged the lower edge and caught some nice fish. I started to pick up an image on the locator which turned out to be a weed bed. I change my tube jig to a small jig and an even smaller minnow and started to catch these monster size perch.

I caught perch here before but I didn’t realize they got that big in this bay. As late afternoon rolled in we went back to the place we fished in the morning and caught some more bass and some good size northern, the biggest one around 38”. All together we caught about 70 fish between us with the bass being the first fish and the 38 inch northern being the biggest all monies going to Kenzie, I’ve been robbed. All in all I had a great day of fishing, lots of action, great weather, a super boat to fish in and a great partner to fish the day with. And to think it all started with a single fishing map from the Travel Centre.

Musk Ox Podcast - High Arctic Lodge - Nunavut, Canada

2011-11-14T06:26:00.000-08:00

Here is the Musk Ox Podcast. Please share it with your friends.

All-Canada Show Podcast #1

2011-11-02T11:24:00.000-07:00

The All-Canada Show is here to help you plan and book your next fishing and/or hunting trip to Canada. Listen to the podcast and learn how to receive great giveawys. We will be airing the next podcast on November 13th.

Allied Spotlight - All-Canada Show

2011-10-06T11:42:00.000-07:00

NOTO makes All-Canada Show the Allied Spotlight in October 2011. Check it out.

My Trip to Canada

2011-08-30T12:05:00.000-07:00

Editors Note: Conner and his family are friends with All-Canada's Steve Cegieski who's company Wolf River Expo is the offical decorator of the All-Canada Show.

By Conner - I had so much fun in Canada! I used the lime green Dardevle. I caught two northern Pike on it. Then I lost it because a fish snapped my line. I got a trophy perch with my orange Dardevle but it got off, me and my brother lost two 49 cent lures, but they caught all the fish. We were trolling for trout when we lost them.

There was a dog named Cooper in camp. He would sit at our doorstep when he smelled food. When I threw a rock out in the water he would bring it up with his paws closer to shore so he could pick it up with his mouth and bring it back to shore and bury it.

We explored an island with a cliff. We walked a half mile on a four wheeler trail to get to the top of the rocks. Cooper came with us. Me and my brother slid down an eight foot drop. Then we climbed a five foot slope. Then my family and I ran back through the rain! We saw a moose on the way back to our truck on the last day.

It was awesome fishing in Canada!

More Vacation Winners

2011-08-09T08:52:00.000-07:00

Steve VanDyke of Dallas recently sent us some photos from the Canadian fishing trip he won to Dogskin Lake Lodge in Manitoba. Here is a picture of Steve with a walleye and Ashley from Dogskin Lake Lodge cooking shorelunch for guests.

Steve has this to say about his trip: "Dad and I had a wonderful time. We were impressed with Dogskin's facilities, operation and how their team catered to all our needs. The scenery around the lake is gorgeous. We enjoyed boating around the lake almost as much as catching fish. The food was plentiful and delicious. Chef Wayne with his wonderful breakfasts and dinners and Ashley and Britany with their shore lunches successfully put 10 lbs on me. While we caught lots of fish, including a 30" northern, the master level fish eluded us. We know they are there, as one of them tried to eat my 15" walleye while I was reeling it in. We hope to return again and chase him down!"

The All-Canada Show is glad you had a great trip Steve and thanks to Dogskin Lake Lodge for partnering with us!

Vacation Prize Winner

2011-07-28T12:28:00.000-07:00

At every show we award a lucky attendee a Canadian fishing trip for two. Recently, we heard from Tim Hieb the trip winner for our Des Moines show. He traveled to Separation Lake Lodge on the English River north of Kenora, Ontario with his son David.

Tim had only positive things to say about the experience, “our cabin was newly remodeled, had satellite TV and panoramic view if the lake.” About the food Tim declared. “I’m from Iowa…so I know a good beef and I was surprised at the quality and preparation of the steak.” Finally, Tim had this to say about the fishing, “it was some of the best walleye fishing ever, in fact, my son caught an eight pounder!”

When you attend the All-Canada Show next winter, coming to a city near you, be sure to sign-up for our prizes…because like Tim in Iowa your next fishing trip to Canada might be on us!

All-Canada inspires CNN article

2011-07-18T14:45:00.000-07:00

Earlier this summer the All-Canada Show contacted CNN.com with a story idea to feature lodges you can only reach by plane. After doing research and providing many recommendations Katherine Dorsett wrote the feature. Enjoy!

Like US on Facebook

2011-06-30T08:49:00.001-07:00

The All-Canada Show is active on facebook and we invite you to join us if you haven’t already.

In addition to making our own posts with useful information, Canada’s BEST lodges and outfitters post fishing and hunting updates. You will also hear from other anglers and hunters hitting the Canadian outdoors.

Besides all this useful information All-Canada also does give-aways from time to time if you post pictures of your adventure.

So, visit us on facebook today and hit the like button.

Don't become Roadkill

2011-06-23T12:19:00.000-07:00

We received these tips from Brad Greaves at Ignace Outposts on how not become RoadKill while driving in rural Canada.

Moose, Bear and Deer are thriling sites on your visit to Canada,
but occassionally...too thrilling. In many areas of Canada we share
the roadway with unintended big game animals. Even though most
accidients occur betwen 5-8 am and 6 pm to midnight, hitting a large
animal on the road will ruin your trip at anytime of day. Here are helpful
tips you can use to avoid an incident with an animal:

•Use high beams when possible
•Be sure your windshield is clean and your lights are working
•Scan the road continuously from shoulder to shoulder
•Be aware that in most animal/vehicle accidents the animal was “just barely” on the
paved portion of the road
•At night, watch for flashes of the small glowing eyes of animals
•Wildlife crossing signs do actually indicate areas of increased risk
•Always slow down when passing wildlife – they may suddenly turn or dart into your
path
•Remain alert after passing an animal, it may be with others or with young
•Never attempt extreme manoeuvres to avoid a collision.
•Don’t assume the animal will move out of your way
•Watch your speed, KPH and MPH are different!
•Moose, Bear and Deer are large enough to activate your airbags when you hit them.
Keep this in mind as you sip from a bottle or cup in the front seat. •You don’t
often hit the animals you see.
•If you hit a bear, do not stop to see if he is alright. A wounded bear is not an
animal you would want to visit with for any length of time.
•If you come across a fox, rabbit, bird, or other small animal on the roadway, don't
leave your lane. See the note above about swerving.

Pike Fishing off to BIG Start

2011-05-18T06:52:00.000-07:00

Joel Prunty, All-Canada Show, media manager - This year’s Ontario pike fishing season is well under way and we recently heard from Bill Pryndik at Golden Hook Camp on Gull Rock Lake which is near Red Lake, Ontario and is known for “big pike”.

I visited Bill in early May on our annual trip around Northwest Ontario and at that time the ice had just gone out and it would be another week before pike fishing picked up.

Bill said several groups of pike fisherman have now been in camp and many pike over 36 inches have been caught. The picture above is from his group out of Kansas City with a nice pike well over 40 inches.

From what we’ve heard from other lodge owners recently the early fishing season is is off to a BIG start.

Good luck to everyone heading up to Canada soon!

Triumph Boat for Sale with 50 hp four stroke Yamaha and trailer - $11,500 (New London, WI )

2011-05-02T08:27:00.000-07:00

Brand New* Triumph Boat with 50 hp four stroke Yamaha and trailer from the All-Canada Show circuit (never been in the water). Triumph engineers create some of the world's most innovative designs. Using solid modeling CAD, advanced finite element analysis software and extensive testing, they maximize Roplene's® incredible resilience, strength and shock absorbing characteristics. The resulting designs are as stylish as they are functional. Retail Value $16,500. Call Joel at 920-983-9800 X 114 if you are interested. *This rig did travel around to 11 US cities this winter and was on display for the public. It was involved in a car accident in 2011 and has been inspected by Triumph Boats and an authorized Yamaha service dealer who have stated everything is okay and both boat and motor carry full new warranties. The motor has been serviced and includes a prop. Sold As Is.

Crowds Come out in 2011

2011-03-01T08:25:00.000-08:00

The 2011 All-Canada Show circuit is now complete and anglers and hunters from across the U.S. were planning adventures to Canada.

If you were unable to attend the All-Canada Show go to AllCanada.com where we feature over 300 of Canada's Best hunting and fishing destinations. Use the search function to find your perfect lodge or outfitter.

Thanks to everyone who attended the All-Canada Show in 2011...enjoy your adventure!

Green Bay starts today!

2011-01-27T09:47:00.000-08:00

Come to ShopKo Hall this weekend to check out the All-Canada Show.

Green Bay - Go Pack Go!!!

Thursday 5-9 pm
Friday 3 - 9 pm
Saturday 10-6 pm
Sunday 10-4 pm

It will be a great show with Canada's BEST fishing and hunting destinations.

All-Canada Show begins in Madison today

2011-01-24T11:28:00.000-08:00

Marriott Madison West
1313 John Q. Hammons Drive
Middleton, WI 53562-
(608) 831-2000

Hours:
Mon 5 - 9 pm
Tues 3 - 9 pm
Wed 10 am - 3 pm

Ticket Prices:
Adults $10
Seniors(60+) $8
Children(13-16) $8
12 & Under Free
Free parking

FREE LUNCH Wednesday

attend the show between the hours of 11 and 2

and receive a free fish sandwich and chips!

No Passport Acceptance in Madison

The US State Department will be on hand

to answer your passport questions

Milwaukee show begins on Thursday Jan 20, 2011

2011-01-19T04:24:00.000-08:00

We are beginning to set up the show at the Milwaukee County Sports Complex in Franklin, WI.

The show opens on Thursday at 5 pm.

Show hours: Thurs 5-9
Fri 3-9
Sat 10-6
Sun 10-4

For $5 tickets, go online and buy in advance at http://www.allcanadashow.com/ticketPurchase/

Joel Prunty presenting his fishing seminar at the All-Canada Show

2011-01-15T19:36:00.000-08:00

Joel Prunty, Media Manager, presents the seminar 'Planning a Canadian Fishing Trip'.

Shore lunch and Labatt Blue at All-Canada Show

2011-01-15T14:12:00.000-08:00

Good times at the 2011 All-Canada Show.

Jennifer Young doing a seminar on Taking Kids and Couples to Canada

2011-01-14T21:38:00.000-08:00

Jennifer Young doing a seminar about taking your kids and couples to Canada.

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2011-01-13T22:01:00.000-08:00

Come to the All-Canada Show this weekend from Jan 13-16, 2011.

Department of State and USPS

2011-01-12T14:27:00.000-08:00

Thanks to the Department of State and USPS for their help.

We really enjoyed the show in Indy.

Thanks for coming.

All Canada Show - KPLR

2011-01-08T14:03:00.000-08:00

All Canada Show - KPLR

Norm was on KPLR in St Louis. Thanks to all of the media outlets for their support of the show.

The St Louis show has been busy with lots of people booking trips to Canada.

All-Canada Show and the Chicago Bears

2011-01-07T16:24:00.000-08:00

Joel Prunty, the media manager for the All-Canada Show, said he thought it has been almost 30 years since a Bears playoff game affected the show in a major way. He said he expects many to plan visits on Thursday, Friday or Saturday.

‘‘And for those Bear fans willing to attend the All-Canada Show on Sunday, we have three 42-inch plasma TVs and our 100-inch mainstage video — all of which will be tuned to the game,’’ he said. ‘‘Pheasant Run also has a great sports bar if fans want to come to the show early and then gather at Pheasant Run’s Club House to watch the Bears win.’’

As a point of reference, a Bears home playoff game in 2006 was the last to affect the same three shows. But that game was played late on a Sunday afternoon, when the shows were packing up. Before that, 1986 was the last time the Bears had a major impact on outdoors shows.

With all due respect to Prunty, who is a Green Bay Packers fan, the Packers might be the wild card in this. The Muskie Show, in particular, draws many Wisconsin attendees. There is a chance the Packers also will be playing on that weekend.

Because I gave Prunty the business, I’ll let him have the last word.

‘‘As far as the show being from Green Bay, let all Chicagoans know that show owner Jennifer Young is married to Jeff Young from Cary,’’ he e-mailed. ‘‘He and their son Brian are huge Bears fans. With a little luck, maybe it will be Bears/Packers III to get in the Super Bowl!’’

All-Canada Show

Purchase tickets online and save 50%

2011-01-07T10:14:00.000-08:00

All-Canada Show Ticketing
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Once ticket is purchased online and payment confirmed, you will receive an email with a link to print your purchased tickets. Must bring original ticket with barcode.
This offer good only on adult tickets purchased online, no other coupons can be used with this offer. Once purchased, all ticket sales are final and show tickets are non-refundable and have no cash value. Tickets can not be resold.
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Dallas All-Canada Show 2011.mov

2011-01-03T18:19:00.000-08:00

For over 25 years, the All-Canada Show has delivered anglers and hunters planning adventures to Canada. We're not your typical sport show. Come to the show and meet the owners/operators of Canadas BEST fishing and hunting camps, lodges, resorts, and more. Plan and Book your trip at the All-Canada Show. Free Parking at the BRAND NEW Irving Convention Center February 25-27, 2011. Friday night is Eppinger night, come to the show and all paid admissions receive a free Dardevle lure.

Click here for all show details and directions: http://www.allcanadashow.com/html/dallas/

Minneapolis All-Canada Show 2011.mov

2011-01-03T18:15:00.000-08:00

For over 25 years, the All-Canada Show has delivered anglers and hunters planning adventures to Canada. We're not your typical sport show. Come to the show and meet the owners/operators of Canadas BEST fishing and hunting camps, lodges, resorts, and more. Plan and Book your trip at the All-Canada Show. Free Parking at the Earle Brown Convention Center February 18-20, 2011.

Click here for all show details and directions: http://www.allcanadashow.com/html/minneapolis/

Des Moines All-Canada Show 2011

2011-01-03T18:13:00.000-08:00

Omaha All-Canada Show 2011.mov

2011-01-03T18:11:00.000-08:00

For over 25 years, the All-Canada Show has delivered anglers and hunters planning adventures to Canada. We're not your typical sport show. Come to the show and meet the owners/operators of Canadas BEST fishing and hunting camps, lodges, resorts, and more. Plan and Book your trip at the All-Canada Show. Free Parking at the CoCo Key Water Park and Resort (formerly Holiday Inn Convention Center). New show hours in Omaha: Monday 5-9, Tuesday 3-9, Wednesday 10-3 (free walleye sandwich and chips from 11 - 2pm-Wednesday only); Buy tickets online for $5 each or get $2 off coupon at www.allcanadashow.com

Sioux Falls All-Canada Show 2011.mov

2011-01-03T18:09:00.000-08:00

There's nothing like the All-Canada Show and Canada's BEST fishing and hunting destinations. New show days and hours in Siuox Falls. Thursday: 5-9; Friday 3-9 (free fish and chips from 5-7); Saturday 10-6. Our 2011 shows are packed with information to get you ready for this year's adventure. We've got FREE seminars, FREE maps and travel info, a FREE show magazine and as always...Opening Night is Dardevle Night get a free lure.

Buy tickets online for $5 each or get $2 off coupon at www.allcanadashow.com

Green Bay All-Canada Show 2011.mov

2011-01-03T18:07:00.000-08:00

Madison All-Canada Show 2011

2011-01-03T18:04:00.000-08:00

Come to the show and meet the owners/operators of Canadas BEST fishing and hunting camps, lodges, resorts, and more. Plan and Book your trip at the All-Canada Show. Free Parking at the Marriott Madison West. New show hours in Madison: Monday 5-9, Tuesday 3-9, Wednesday 10-3 (free walleye sandwich and chips from 11 - 2pm-Wednesday only); Buy tickets online for $5 each or get $2 off coupon.www.allcanadashow.com

Milwaukee All-Canada Show 2011

2011-01-03T18:03:00.000-08:00

Info about the All-Canada Show coming to Milwuakee at the Milwaukee County Sports Complex Jan. 20-23, 2011. Free Parking. Show hours: Thurs 5-9 pm; Fri 3-9 pm; Sat 10-6 pm; Sun 10-4 pm.

There's nothing like the All-Canada Show and Canada's BEST fishing and hunting destinations. Our 2011 shows are packed with information to get you ready for this year's adventure. We've got FREE seminars, FREE maps and travel info, a FREE show magazine and as always...Opening Night is Dardevle Night get a free lure.

Chicago All-Canada Show 2011.mov

2011-01-02T12:57:00.000-08:00

Indianapolis All-Canada Show 2011

2011-01-02T12:55:00.000-08:00

Indy show info...New location - Ritz Charles in Carmel, IN

All-Canada Show St Louis.mov

2010-12-30T15:31:00.000-08:00

Follow All-Canada on TV and Radio

2010-12-29T13:58:00.001-08:00

The All-Canada Show will be featured on TV and radio in the next few weeks. Norm "the Great" McCreight will be on FOX2-TV in St Louis, WLS and WGN-TV in Chicago plus radio shows on KMOX in St Louis and ESPN1000 in Chicago.

In the picture above...Norm was live wtih Moose Johnston on WFAA-TV in Dallas last year. Follow out Tweets @allcanadashow for more details on when to watch and listen.

Busy Days are Here - Packing and Mailing

2010-12-28T13:16:00.000-08:00

The hum of the copy machine, the zip of the paper folder, the ring ring of the phone. Show time must be close.

The office is busy with getting all of the press releases, copied, folder, sealed, stamped and delivered. Not only do we at the All-Canada Show post press releases on our website, http://www.allcanadashow.com/html/mediaRoom/pressReleases.php, email all major media outlets for newspapers, radio, and TV, personally call all network TV stations and major radio stations, mail our media kits (including our full-color magazine to 150 outdoor writers), we also mail hard copies of our press releases (with a CD for convenience) to over 1,100 newspapers in 11 cities. It is a fun time of year. Keep watching for the All-Canada Guide in your mailbox. We mailed out St. Louis and Indianapolis already. Thanks to all of the helpers in the All-Canada Show office.

Join our fan page today on facebook

2010-12-16T09:37:00.000-08:00

By: Jennifer Young, All-Canada Show owner

Photo submitted by Camp Narrows

Our facebook page is alive, and we would like you to become part of it. Sign in on facebook and type in All Canada Show or click link below. Great show news, promotions, and fun photos of Canada are on the page for you. All Canada Show facebook page

Many people are posting their own favorite Canadian photos including fish, big game, scenery photos. Click 'Like' today and post your favs.

You can also share the facebook site with your friends on your wall.

Hope you like the new page. Let us know your thoughts.

Great improvements in 2011 at All-Canada Show

2010-12-09T06:12:00.000-08:00

By: Jennifer Young

The All-Canada Show is getting ready for great shows in 2011.

Norm McCreight is back to host the Mainstage with lots of great fishing and hunting tips. All-Canada Show will be providing how to seminars by Jennifer Young, Steve Cegielski, and Joel Prunty. Check out our great facilities and show info at www.allcanadashow.com Click on the left side of the page and choose the show that you are attending. We have the seminar schedule, exhibitor lists, show hours, ticket prices, prizes, show attractions, and we even have group hotel info there for those of you who like to make a holiday of it.

New in 2011, for weekday shows we are offering
FREE LUNCH Wednesday Attend one of the following shows: Indianapolis, Madison, and Omaha between the hours of 11 and 2 and receive a free fish sandwich and chips!Also, Sioux Falls, SD we will offer the free fish sandwich and chips on Friday night from 5-7.

Plan your trip to the shows now, and we will see you at the All-Canada Show.

FREE ticket offer coming soon!

2010-11-05T14:23:00.001-07:00

Want FREE All-Canada Show tickets AND to keep up-to-date on what’s happening with the All-Canada Show? Sign-up for our E-newsletter at www.allcanada.com. Our next newsletter will be going out soon with a limited offer for FREE show tickets.

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All-Canada Show set for Successful Whitetail Hunt

2010-10-22T13:10:00.000-07:00

Joel Prunty, media manager, All-Canada Show - The whitetail hunt is on in many parts of Canada. Right now, in central Canada, conditions look to be favorable after two consecutive years of poor rut hunting conditions.

Next week the All-Canada Show and Cabela’s Television head out on a whitetail hunt for All-Canada Show Adventures magazine and Cabela’s Ultimate Adventures TV Show. We are headed to Heritage Whitetail Hunts in the Rainy River west of Fort Frances, Ontario.

Speaking of whitetail hunting, All-Canada Show Pro-Staffer Steve Cegielski bagged this nice buck bow hunting near Bear Creek, Wisconsin this week. God luck to all whitetail hunters this fall – have a safe hunt!

Omaha Prize Winner has Great Time

2010-10-15T07:44:00.000-07:00

Troy Powers of Omaha was the lucky winner of our Vacation Prize there and he send us a follow-up note after taking his trip.

We drove overnight from Omaha to get to Woman River Camp, northeast of Ear Falls, Ontario. We met owners Paul, Debbie, and their daughter, and they could not have been more accommodating. Paul immediately marked a map for us, and showed us specifically where we could catch walleye, northern pike, smallmouth, and lake trout. He set us up in a very nice cabin, and showed us our boat (the 4 stroke Yamaha's are great).

We were a little tired the first day, but got unpacked, tied on some lures, and ventured out. We only had to go about 200 yards to a nice rocky point, where we caught enough keeper walleyes for dinner that night. We ventured a little further (maybe another 1/2 mile) and started catching as many 20-25" northern as we wanted. They weren't trophies, but my brother-in-law, Scott, was in heaven: the action was non-stop, and we had a riot!

After the first day, the rest of the trip was pretty much the same. Every day, we would go fish rocky points or humps, and would catch more keeper walleyes than we could eat. Although we didn't catch any monster walleyes, I did lose on at the boat that was in the 24" area. We would then go fish the northern area's Paul had marked and catch northern nonstop. Scott loved the action, and on the clear days, he could not believe the northern were so aggressive. He couldn't believe the same fish would attack his lure 3-4 times on occasion before he was able to hook it.

Scott also landed some great smallmouth when we were fishing some rocky points. Although I love to catch lake trout, we didn't spend any time fishing for them because they were so deep. We caught fish nonstop, and witnessed some very nice fish in the cleaning station. We also had a great time meeting the other fishing groups, and spending the evenings comparing stories.

One night, Paul and Debbie had a burger night, and the food and company was outstanding! Overall, it was a great trip, and everything I was hoping for; a very remote camp, but access to drive in and bring what we wanted (did I mention we bring a lot of gear). Thank you very much for helping set this trip up, and I can't thank Paul and Debbie enough for the great experience. I can't wait to return!

Unpressured Whitetails

2010-10-12T09:47:00.000-07:00

By: Steve Cegielski, All-Canada Show, Operations Manager
Whitetail hunting is a passion that runs wild this time of year. And, the rut is the coveted time of year to be sitting in a treestand in Canada. As you may know the rut is traditionally later in Canada than in Midwest states. Fawn birth dates need to be later in the spring to survive. So start marking your calendar for mid to late November.
Hunting pressure is everything when hunting in the states, and just the opposite in Canada. Virturally unpressured whitetails are the norm when north of the border. Sure local hotspots and easy access points lead to wary whitetails, but for the most part human intrusion is minimal. Bucks don't look in trees, are active during daylight hours, calling works, and even scent control isn't as critical. Just the lack of human pressure makes the whitetails less wary of the hunter.

Calling techniques that have been over used in the states like antler rattling and doe bleat can work to perfection in Canada. Just remember their hearing is the same and they'll pinpoint your location from long distance and march right to the spot....ready or not.

Nocturnal habits of monster bucks is uneed in Canada. Sure early morning and late afternoon are still traditional transition periods, but midday bucks are more willing to explore for "hot" does.

It's hard to explain until you experienced it first hand, so give it a try and I gurarentee you'll enjoy the experience. Good luck to all heading north this November.

Make sure to talk to your lodge owner about a Wolf tag....you'll find wolves where deer are located...great food source for the wolf.

Have fun and shoot straight!!

Moose Hunting in Full Swing

2010-10-01T08:09:00.000-07:00

Joel Prunty, media manager, All-Canada Show - Reports we’ve heard from central Canada say this Moose hunting season has been excellent. Conditions have been classic for a good hunt, very cold evenings with frost followed by calm days for calling.

In fact, one outfitter Fern Duquette at Kashabowie Outposts in Atikokan, Ontario found time to so some Moose hunting of his own. Fern’s specialty is bow hunting for Moose and he bagged a personal best pictured here. This monstrous moose measured 59 1/8 inside spread which is an indicator that it will easily qualify for Pope & Young.

If you have never been on a Moose hunt and you are a avid hunter, make plans to do so in the future. Moose are one of the truly great big game hunts in North America.

Ultimate Fishing Town – Canada

2010-09-28T08:32:00.000-07:00

Joel Prunty, media manager, All-Canada Show – There are just a couple more days in the World Fishing Networks (WFN) Ultimate Fishing Town Canada and Nestor Falls, Ontario, which I know well, is currently in second place. Nestor Falls is located on the east shore of Lake of the Woods and deserves all the votes they are getting.

EDITORS NOTE: Nestor Falls, Ontario came in second for Canada's Ultimate Fishing Town

In my mind the entire country of Canada is an Ultimate fishing town and I think the real vote should be Ultimate fishing Country because Canada would win hands down. Ontario alone has 100,000 lakes and Canada is the second largest country in the world and 90% of their 25 million people live with 100 miles of the U.S. border. That leaves a lot of untouched wilderness for us to explore.

Anglers and hunters looking for the best possible outdoor experience need look no farther than north of our border for unbelievable fishing and hunting experiences. Plus its affordable…what are you waiting for? Plan your next adventure today at www.AllCanada.com

Moose Hunters GET READY

2010-09-21T12:32:00.000-07:00

Joel Prunty, media manager - All-Canada Show It’s been said you can describe Canada with three “M”s. MOOSE, Mountains and Mounties. Believe me, there is a lot more to Canada than those three, but it does tell you how important moose are to the Canadian identity.

Moose are absolutely incredible animals that can grow up to seven feet at the shoulder, 10 feet in length and weight over 1200 lbs. And, the antlers can grow up to 5 feet in width! They are also excellent swimmers and have a keen sense of smell.

Wolves are their natural enemies and moose are vulnerable in deep snow. Otherwise a mature moose can easily defend itself from wolves by kicking with its back legs and using their antlers.

Moose hunting is done during the rut when bull moose are actively looking for cows to breed. Hunters use a series of cow and bull calls to bring bulls into shooting range. Most Canadians hunt moose for the meat which is highly prized.

NOTO Convention is coming in October

2010-09-17T14:18:00.000-07:00

By: Jennifer Young, All-Canada Show Owner

The All-Canada Show has been a strong supporter of many provincial and regional associations over the years. I believe that we have been a member of NOTO since the beginning of the shows almost 30 years ago. Now I am serving as the Allied Board President, and I am looking forward to the upcoming NOTO Convention. We have made it shorter than in the past, and it will be held in Dryden close to lots of lodges and camp. To all the Ontario Exhibitors, I hope that you are able to make it this year.

NOTO's 83rd Nature & Outdoor Tourism Conference
October 27th & 28th, 2010
Dryden, ON
Hosted by the Best Western Dryden Motor Inn
You will find below numerous links to help you register and learn more about our 2010 event!

Tentative Agenda
Registration Form

Host Hotel Information
To book your room at the host hotel please contact the Best Western Dryden Motor Inn at 807-223-3201 or 1-888-394-2378 before September 25th to get the following NOTO rates.

$100.95 - Single or $106.95 Double(rates do not include applicable taxes)

When making your reservation tell the operator that you are booking for the NOTO Conference.

NOTO Convention Page

Allied Member Exhibits
As part of the each NOTO Conference, we invite our Allied members to participate in our Allied Trade Show. This opportunity is available EXCLUSIVELY to our Allied Members.

The 2010 conference will take place at two separate facilities over the two day event. The daytime agenda on October 27th will take place at The Centre. At this facility, Allied displays will be set up in the back of the auditorium and out in the atrium.

On October 28th, the conference will remain at the host hotel, the Best Western Dryden Motor Inn for the rest of the agenda. Exhibitors will have the option to set up their displays at the host hotel for no additional charge. Be sure to indicate your interest in this additional opportunity on the reservation form at the link below.

Please complete the form and return it to the NOTO office by October 15th, 2010. We encourage you to reserve your booth in advance of the deadline to ensure you get a spot. If you have any questions, please contact Laurie Marcil at 705-472-5552 x24.

Allied Display Reservation Form

We want our Allied members to participate in conference. Join us at meals and take the opportunity to mingle and get to know the camp operators better. Allied Members are provided with a special "meal deal". Use the form listed below to register for meals during the conference.

Allied Meal Deal Form

Sponsorship Opportunities
Take the opportunity to help your industry organization and gain valuable exposure by sponsoring a coffee break, meal, or a number of other events and/or donating items for our fundraising efforts. To review the available opportunities click the links below:

Sponsorship Levels
Sponsorship Form

We hope you will join us in Dryden in October. If you have any questions about our conference, please do not hesitate to contact us at (705)472-5552 or by email at info@noto.net

Proper Release

2010-09-14T07:07:00.000-07:00

Joel Prunty - media manager, All-Canada Show - Catch and release fishing – especially as it relates to trophy fish – is now standard practice for anglers. And these actions are greatly improving the quality of fisheries in Canada. The likely hood of catching a trophy these days is better now than anytime in the last 50 years and the main reason is catch and release.

The next major improvement in Catch and Release to come is survival rates and how to improve them. It does no good to release a fish if it doesn’t live and we still need to make major improvements on how we handle trophy fish. Here a few quick tips for handling your next BIG fish:

NETTING - Leave your trophy in the net and in the water, remove the lure then lift your trophy out of the net. (If you bring the fish into the boat it’s going to flop around and entangle itself more.)
HOLDING – Always hold your trophy pike and lake trout with two hands with one supporting the stomach. Never hold a trophy vertically with one arm.
ACT QUICKLY – Time is of the essence. You want to enjoy your trophy and get a good photo, but act quickly. A lodge owner once told me “think of yourself holding your breath under water…that is what fish are doing out of water.” While your trophy is being removed from the net, set up your picture to save time.
WEIGHT - Never weigh a fish by haning it from a scale...weight your fish in the net by attaching your scale to the net and raising it, the weight of the net is so small the reading is still accurate

Paying attention to these three tips will greatly increase the odds of your trophy surviving to fight another day.

Lost Landmark

2010-09-13T13:09:00.000-07:00

By: Steve Cegielski, All-Canada Show, Operations Manager

Last Tuesday Vermillion Bay, Ontaio lost a landmark business. The Village Corner burned, taking out a great resturant and tackle shop visited by many anglers / hunter traveling up the Red Lake Highway (Hwy 105). I've personally eaten many great meals in the resturant and own my fair share of last minute tackle from the Village Corner.

Sad to see such a thriving business end, but hopefully rebuilding plans are already under way. I was able to have one last visit....last week Saturday I purchased a few trout jigs on my way north to Ear Falls. Little did I know three days later the building would burn. I did capture a few photos of the damage on our way south last weekend.

Good Luck to all Moose hunter getting ready to head north....Archery bull hunters are packing, and warming up their vocal cords to call in the massive bull moose.

Tips Learned

2010-08-30T07:17:00.000-07:00

By:Steve Cegielski, All-Canada Show, Operations Manager

Everytime I travel to Canada I'm always on the look out for new tips / tricks to add to my arsenal to create a better trip for myself and the Canada crew. Even after dozens of trips north of the border, I almost always come home with a few new ideas. Our latest trip to Sportsmans Lodge, Sask. provide multiple tips that will definitely make the next trip even more enjoyable.

Guided adventures allow access into dedicated guides way of life...tricks they've been using for years, so I pay close attention. I watched and learned cooking techniques, boat manuvering, fish cleaning secrets, and maybe the most important bird's nest removal.

Anyone who has ever casted a bait casting type reel knows how demoralizing a good birds nest can be....watching your buddy hit some amazing water while your out of the game with twisted line. I've mastered the bait caster, but still 3-4 times per week I forget to change the tension after switching lures and the next cast isn't pretty.

We'll last week after one of those so called bad casts I found myself alone holding one of the best bird nest's I've ever created. After a few minutes I located the problem loop and all I needed was to pull the loop free and get back fishing. But the problem was the loop was buried in the spool and my fingers were to big to reach....Here comes the best tip of the trip....The guide tapped my on the shoulder and handed over a special line clippers with attachements including a small hook and pointer. Wow, I've got to have one of those....I think I saved 10 minutes of fishing. One quick hook of the loop and I was back in business.

I'm happy to report I've found just the tool this weekend at the local sport shop, now I'm ready to battle the birds nests.

Making memories and living life

2010-08-27T06:49:00.000-07:00

By: Jennifer Young, All-Canada Show owner

This summer has been so fun. My family has made so many great memories together. As I get older, I am starting to appreciate people in my life more than ever. I recently had a friend who died of a heart attack at age 41, and his facebook page had pictures of a cruise that he took with his wife and daughters last year. I am certain that his family is so glad that they didn't wait to take that vacation.

When money is tight, people sometimes want to give up things that they should keep (family vacations) and keep things that should be given up (wasteful spending - daily cups of coffee from Starbucks, fast food, extra vehicles, interest from credit cards, etc). If you want to discuss more ways to save money for your next trip to Canada, please email me at jennifer@allcanada.com

When I look back on my life, I can remember the sights, smells, sounds from trips to Canada and other places much more than I remember other childhood memories. My youngest child is 9 and my oldest is 13, and it seems like yesterday when they were born. They all remember our trips together to Canada, and it is such a great tradition - way better than going to Disney World! Take your kids with you on your fishing trip to Canada - it is OK for them to spend some time at the camp or lodge without video games and all of the other entertainment that they have at home. Kids love to spend time with their parents, and they love it when your cell phone is turned off or not usable! Parents love their children, and we want the best for them. The biggest gift that you can give your children is your time. Enjoy them now while they are still young.

I am laughing out loud (lol) in the boat. It is an unusual picture of me, but it makes me smile every time that I see it, so I wanted to share it with you.

Saskachewan Lake Trout

2010-08-26T13:37:00.000-07:00

By: Steve Cegielski, All-Canada Show, Operations Manager
Traveling north of the border with three other hungry Northern Pike fanatics set the competition bar high. I knew I probably had the least experience when it came to tangling with the toothy monsters of Saskatchewan. I've chased my fair share of large pike, but I'm truly a walleye fisherman that dabbles with pike. Don't get me wrong I love the pike beasts and desired the trophy as much as the next guy. But on this trip the Veteran skill prevailed just like I could have perdicted. I did tangle with quite a few nice pike, but left the heavy lifting to the veterans. As a group we boated 10 pike over 40 inches...not bad for a 4 day trip!

So if you can't beat them at their game switch gears and try something new. I'll be the first to admit I have limited knowledge of Lake Trout and their desired habitat, but I'm learning quickly. Lakers have intrigued me for the past year, I've trolled the depths of lakes and landed my share of Lakers, but jigging in 100 ft of water has peaked my attention.

Well that's where I found my self last week....we were between pike honey holes and the guide took the oppurtunity to float drift over a Laker hang out. Quickly with light walleye gear I tied on a heavy jig with gulp attached and lower to the depths. Not 5 minuites into the drift I hooked a large 30" - 10lb plus healthy Laker that wanted nothing to do with the waters surface. With 6lb test mono I had my hands full to pursuade the Lake Trout to the surface....what a fight, my forearm still aches after that fight.

Now the fire has been fueled with alittle sucess. I need to study the Laker and their tendencies, so I"m prepared to target them on my next trip north to Canada.

New Shore Lunch Recipe

2010-08-24T07:31:00.000-07:00

Joel Prunty, media manager, All-Canada Show - I’ve eaten a lot of shore lunches over the years…and traditional fried walleye, potatoes and baked beans is still my favorite. A fishing trip to Canada isn’t official until I’ve eaten one.

There are many varieties of shore lunch in Canada including fish chowder, which is great on a cold rainy day, stir fried fish and vegetables is awesome too – plus you have every kind of baked fish imaginable. But on our latest adventure to Sportsman’s Lodge in Saskatchewan this month we had something new and so good it is now my second favorite shore lunch.

After frying up some walleye our guide drained the frying pan and added a ½ bottle of zesty Italian salad dressing. Then he pan fried northern pike fillets in the dressing, boiling off the liquid and searing the pike in what remained…just scrumptious!

On my next adventure to Canada I will defiantly be trying it out for myself. If you have a favorite shore lunch recipe…pass it on to us.

Summer is coming to an end

2010-08-18T07:32:00.000-07:00

By: Jennifer Young, owner All-Canada Show

School shopping, teacher lists, school supplies, it sounds to me like summer is coming to an end for all of those children and teachers who have had the months of June, July, and August.

I come from a long line of teachers: my grandmother Hutchison, my mom, multiple aunts, two sisters (Cecilia and Theresa), my mother-in-law, and my husband are teachers. It is fun when they get together because the conversation usually goes back to the classroom or their "kids".

My sister, Theresa, says summer is like a weekend: June is Friday, July is Saturday, and August is like Sunday.

Hopefully all of us have spent quality time with our loved ones this summer. Summers pass by so quickly and when you look back sometimes years fly by. Take your family to Canada this year...don't wait. The memories will last a lifetime.

deHaviland Otter a magnificent plane

2010-08-11T13:05:00.000-07:00

Joel Prunty, All-Canada Show, media manager - Last week I flew on a deHaviland DHC3 Turbo Otter (pictured here with my nephew Joe). This is the exact same model of plane that crashed in Alaska this week where ex-senator Ted Stevens and five others were killed. This is a sad story for many reasons, but the saddest of all is it didn’t have to happen.

The Otter is an unbelievably airworthy plane and with the turboprop conversion, incidence of mechanical failure is among the lowest of all aircraft. The first Otter flew in 1951 and was originally called the King Beaver after its little brother the deHaviland Beaver.

Like the Beaver, the Otter was built for the bush and this no-nonsense plane is at home in the wilderness. It can carry a large payload or up to 10 people comfortably. The Otter has earned a well deserved reputation for being very reliable even in the extreme conditions of the Arctic.

I don’t know the circumstance of the crash in Alaska, but my guess is the weather conditions will be the primary factor. This usually comes down to poor judgment (pilot error) in marginal flying conditions. The rugged, varied and mountainous landscape of Alaska adds greatly to that risk.

Personally, I can’t wait to hop in an Otter again…they are a magnificent aircraft designed and built in Canada. Do not be afraid, however, to question your pilot if visibility is potentially a problem. As one pilot told me “I’d rather be on the ground wishing I was in the air…than in the air wishing I was on the ground.” Safe Travels

Moose Hit the Road

2010-08-11T09:21:00.000-07:00

By: Steve Cegielski, All-Canada Show, Operations Manager
Late summer means "Locked at Lac Seul" has been in storage for a few months and not expecting to make any apperance until winter. This all changed last week when Cabela's called to request "Locked At Lac Seul" to be apart of their booth display in Alanta,Ga at the FLW Bass Fishing Tournament.
I awakened the sleeping giants, dusted off the massive antlers, and readied them for the long trip south. Repacked the trailer wheel bearings and greased the display rollers and the moose were ready. It took some adjustment to driving the huge trailer without the concern of icy roads. I'll have to say it did take some of the challenge out of the trip, but I definitely welcomed the dry roads for the 2006 mile round trip.
Hotlanta definitely lived up to it's name....100 degree days is common down there. Great to showcase great taxidermy in new areas....that's the farthest away from home the moose has ever traveled.
Good to be home...the moose are back in there summer resting mode, ready for winter travels....2011 All-Canada Show is right around the corner.

Booths for Sale - 2011 All-Canada Show

2010-08-04T12:20:00.000-07:00

By: Jennifer Young, owner

The vision of the All-Canada Show is to be THE best place in the world to plan and book your next fishing or hunting vacation to Canada.

Our website has evolved over time. It is AllCanada.com
It includes multiple ways to search for lakes, fish species, trophy hunts, lodge name and more.

The All-Canada Show is a sport show that travels to 11 cities in January and February. Here is the website that includes facility locations, show hours, hotels, show attractions and features by city: AllCanadaShow.com

If you own a Canadian lodge, camp, resort, or outfitting company and are looking to promote your business to Americans, please contact me at jennifer@allcanada.com or 920-983-9800 X 111.

Big Pike

2010-07-28T06:32:00.001-07:00

By: Steve Cegielski, All-Canada Show, Operations Manager

My neighbor, Randy Theobold travels to Canada each year in pursuit of the elusive 50" pike. But as a twist this year Randy took along his 15 year old daughter, Morgan. What an experience to share with his daughter. We need more Dad's to share their passion with young adults....I believe Morgan's hooked for life now. She shared some thoughts about the trip....her memories.

Not many 15 year old girls would be willing to go on a six day fishing trip with their Dad. Well, I’m the exception. I got the opportunity to go on my first fishing trip ever, in Canada, with my Dad this summer and I had the best time of my life. My Dad has come back from Wollaston Lake Lodge year after year now, always excited about what had happened in the week that he was there. And now I know why. It was such a neat experience for me. I went on a float plane for the first time in my life and it was so cool! I also saw (and caught) the biggest fish I have ever seen. I loved our guide, Brian. He was so patient and he knew everything there was to know about Wollaston Lake, which is around 800 square miles!! He always made me laugh, made the best fish during shore lunch, and he always had cookies in the boat for me!
It could be debatable which day was my favorite. The first day I caught my biggest fish which was a 43 inch pike. But the last day was by far the best. We drove an hour and a half in a boat to a fishing spot, which is a long time, but totally worth it. We caught 187 pike that day and about 30 of the fish were over 35 inches! That is the most pike our guide has ever gotten in his boat in one day after working there for about 15 years. When we were fishing we noticed a big rock in the middle of the bay and we thought it would be funny to let me fish off of it. Brian told me that if I caught a fish, he would name it Morgan Rock. I did! Just a little guy, but he still counted! We caught 418 northern in 4 days!!
If you ever get a chance to go to Saskatchewan, I highly recommend it. I had an amazing time in Northern Saskatchewan and I am already begging to go back!

Winner Visits Saskatchewan

2010-07-27T08:19:00.000-07:00

Joel Prunty - media manager, All-Canada Show - Each year, in conjunction with our show circuit, we award Canadian adventures to lucky winners. This past year we partnered with Tourism Saskatchewan, Sportsman’s Lodge on the Churchill River and The Score 670AM in Chicago partnered with the All-Canada Show to offer an incredible Saskatchewan Adventure.

The vacation included roundtrip airfare from Chicago, lodging, meals maid service plus guided fishing and was won by Jim Vyhanek. Jim took the trip with his son and recently returned forwarding several pictures…he also indicated they had a fantastic time.

A big thank you to Tourism Saskatchewan, Ruffo Schindler (pictured in center) at Sportsman’s Lodge and 670 The Score!

Even Lodge Owners Fish

2010-07-22T06:27:00.000-07:00

Joel Prunty – media manager, All-Canada Show – Sometimes even lodge owners get to fish. Our good friend and lodge owner Bill Pryndik send us a photo from a recent adventure with his sister Bev. Bill owns Golden Hook Camp on Gull Rock Lake near Red Lake, Ontario.

Bill is also a private pilot and owns his own plane, so he Bev and her grandson took some time off recently to do a little walleye fishing. Bill said the fishing was great and they saved enough to eat a hearty shore lunch.

Each spring, on our annual tour of Northwest Ontario, Bill opens his door (and his boat) to host us for a few days. Then we are fishing for pike and several of us have caught trophies with Bill as our guide.

Glad to hear you are finding time to fish Bill, enjoy it while it lasts! Joel

Mosquitoe Relief

2010-07-20T06:43:00.000-07:00

By: Steve Cegielski, All-Canada Show
Mosquitoes….the one creature I can live without. It’s amazing how much impact such a small insect can have any outdoor activity especially hunting and fishing in Canada. We’ve all been pestered by mosquitoes one time or another and in the past we’ve only had a few options to eradicate the pesky insect. I personally dislike any spray-on repellent because of the residue that it leaves behind, not to mention the aroma that spooks big game. My only remedy was to stay in the breeze or retreat indoors during periods of intense mosquitos’ activity.

Thanks to a relatively new product called ThermaCELL swatting mosquitoes while
Filleting fish, relaxing by the fire, fishing off the dock, and camping are only a distant memory. I’m hooked on the ThermaCELL as a personal mosquito repellent without the negative effects of traditional sprays. I highly recommend all outdoors enthusiasts to check out Cabela’s to purchase their own ThermaCELL.

Under intense testing the ThermaCELL unit rated off the charts in my opinion. My first test was under an extreme attack from mosquitoes while turkey hunting over Memorial Day weekend. About 10am Saturday morning the mosquito attack became overwhelming. I had two choices, leave or give the ThermaCELL a test under unfair conditions. I must admit when I pulled the ThermaCELL from the backpack I had my doubts. I remember thinking we only have a few minutes or our escape back to the truck will be on a dead run. My hunting partner Alex Pelishek was getting eaten alive. I fired up the ThermaCELL and placed it against the tree we were leaning and with 5 minutes it was eerily quite. The buzzing was gone. The true testament was when I watched Alex do the famous head bob and struggling to keep his eye lids open from our 3:30am wake-up call. Nobody can sleep while a thousand blood sucking insects gnaw at every inch of exposed skin.

I’ve since tested the ThermaCELL under normal situations – deck, fishing, and camping all with outstanding results. You’ll see a mosquito enter the ThemaCELL zone and immediately retreat-awesome.

I intend to put it to the test on fishing trips to Canada this year. I’m curious about black flies, and other biting insects.

I wish I would have had this product while spring black bear hunting in Manitoba a few years back. I think my hearing was damaged by the buzzing sound I dealt with that week. The sound could drive you crazy.

Always eager to hear how you’ve used your ThermaCELL and applications that worked or didn’t work out. One question left to answer….what effect does the slight odor of the warm repellent pad have on big game like deer, bear, moose etc. Drop me a quick email…if you’ve used in hunting applications.

Bottom line the ThermaCELL allows me to enjoy the outdoors longer which means more chances to catch that trophy fish or bag that big game trophy. It has changed the way I think about outdoor activities forever.

2011 Show ciruit changes

2010-07-19T09:10:00.000-07:00

Joel Prunty, media manager, All-Canada Show - For those of you in All-Canada Show markets, be sure to double check the dates and location of the show near you. Each year we make adjustments to the schedule and this year is no exception.

Our Minneapolis show has new dates Feb 18-20 and a new location on the north side of Minneapolis at the Earle Brown Heritage Center near the intersection of Interstate 694 and 94. This well known location offers easy access and free parking.

Dallas, Texas also has new dates of Feb 25-27 and a new location in Irving TX at the brand new Irving Convention Center. This location puts us in the heart of the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex. This state of the art facility is perfectly suited for the needs of this show.

Sioux Falls is now on a weekend, Super Bowl weekend, but not over the Super Bowl. The show is Thursday, Friday and Saturday…NO SUNDAY. The new weekend date will allow more people to attend from a larger area.

Stay tuned for any more changes that may occur before showtime!

New Gadgets

2010-07-12T08:28:00.000-07:00

Joel Prunty, media manager, All-Canada Show – I like gadgets. In fact I wish I could afford more of them. Some of my personal favorites are my key chain knife sharpener, an infrared pocket thermometer for measuring fish fry oil at shore lunch and of course my GPS.

This year I will be testing a new gadget…a Rapala cordless electric fillet knife. For me it doesn’t pay to purchase an electric fillet knife because there aren’t any electrical outlets at shore lunch in the Canadian wilderness. In fact, there are not electric outlets in the fish house of any outpost cabins either.

The first week of August I head on my first Canada adventure of the year to Uchi Lake Lodge, a fly-in American plan camp north of Sioux Lookout, Ontario. This trip will be unguided, so I will be doing the fish filleting and can hardly wait to break in the newest gadget.

I have never used an electric fillet knife of any kind, so this will be an experiment. The way I look at this…the faster I can fillet a walleye the quicker I can get to eating it! I’ll keep you posted.

Fabulous Trip to Cedar Point Lodge in Ontario, Canada

2010-07-09T06:49:00.000-07:00

Kids hanging out at campfire on 4th of July at Cedar Point Lodge.

By: Jennifer Young, All-Canada Show owner

I will be writing a full feature article for the 2011 All-Canada Adventures magazine. You can pick up a magazine at any one of the shows in 2011. Click here for the 2011 All-Canada Show circuit.

Our trip to Canada was so much fun. There is so much to do and so much to see in Nothern Ontario, and Cedar Point Lodge caters to families.

They have a sand beach with a raft for the kids to swim to as well as a paddle boat. Eagle Lake offers great fishing for walleyes, northern pike, muskies, and lake trout. We focused on the walleys and pike, and with four kids on the trip 13 and under hitting the honey holes was lots of fun. We all enjoyed the boat rides as well. I prefer to sit in the front of the boat with the wind on my face and nature all around.

We had the American Plan which includes all food, license, boat, motor, gas, and guide.

Click here to check out the Cedar Point Lodge website. Check out the article that I wrote 8 years ago.

We are all talking about our return trip to Northwest Ontario and planning the next adventure.

Black Bear Tune-up

2010-07-08T05:56:00.000-07:00

By: Steve Cegielski, Operations Manager, All-Canada Show
With Black Bear season about a month away from gearing up in Canada, I think it's time to dust off the rifle or tune the bow. Never to early to begin preparing for a quality Black Bear hunt north of the border.

A few years back I had a chance to hunt with Pine Acres Bear Camp out of Vermillion Bay, Ontario. Traveling back and forth from our baited stand locations with the owner of Pine Acres Bear Camp, Chris Lavoie, gave me a chance to pick a black bear experts brain on the bear. We discussed everything from hunting strategy to a bears life cycle. Here's some bear facts that I learned during our daily truck ride to and from the hunting grounds helped give me a better understanding of black bear habits and tendencies.
Black bears mating season occurs in June, and cubs are born in the den during the month of February. Sows have a gestations period of roughly 8 months before giving birth from 1 to 3 cubs. If you see cubs with a sow in August they are roughly 6 months of age. The sow will winter the following winter with the cubs before chasing them off in June before mating season at 18months of age and about 100lbs.
It’s difficult to tell the sex of adult bears from a distance, but some minute differences include; skull size, and body shape.

A black bear can live in excess of 25yrs.

Most people think black bears have a poor sense of sight, but in reality they have average eyesight. Sight alone won’t spook a bear, two senses must be peaked before they panic – sight and human odor will surely push the black bear into cover in a hurry.

I'm not heading north this year for bear season, but I'll be thinking about all the hunters living their dream hunt this fall. Shoot straight and then send me your story. If you haven't planned that awesome Black Bear hunt yet, check out http://www.allcanada.com/ to book that trip of a lifetime.

Winner Enjoys Trip

2010-07-07T14:39:00.000-07:00

Joel Prunty, All-Canada Show media manager - In each show market we partner with a radio station and give away a Canadian fishing trip. In Green Bay WI we partnered with 107.5 The Fan and the winner was Jason Seefeldt and he brought his father with him last week. Jason managed to land a very nice northern pike on the trip and they loved their stay at Whitefish Bay Camp on Lake of the Woods Ontario. CONGRATULATIONS Jason!

Social Fishing…

2010-07-02T14:17:00.000-07:00

By Rodney Schlafer Show Director, All-Canada Show - Social Media is taking Canadian Lodges by storm. Everyday I see more and more lodges are adding twitter, facebook and blogs to their sites. Here are some of the lodges links to their pages:
Face Book

All-Canada Show
Whitefish Bay Camps -
Hatchet Lake Lodge
Black Bear Island Lodge
Patricia Regional Tourist Council
Pine Sunset
Talston Bay
Wilderness Air
Bolton Lake
Kashabowie Outposts
Canoe Canada Outfitters
Clarks Camps
Fireside Lodge
Nungesser Lake Lodge
Andy Myers Lodge
Aikens Lake Lodge
Woman River Lodge
Mattice Lake Outfitters
Nueltin Lake Lodge

If you have a favorite lodge facebook page add it to the comments I would like to follow them on Facebook.

Happy Canada Day

2010-06-30T11:53:00.000-07:00

Joel Prunty, media manager, All-Canada Show – This week on July 1st Canada celebrates Canada Day – or as the French say “Fete du Canada” - which is celebrated every year on the 1st of July. Similar to our 4th of July holiday, Canada Day celebrates the creation of the Dominion of Canada through the British North America Act of 1867, which came into effect on July 1, 1867.

The holiday itself began in 1879 and was originally called Dominion Day, making reference to the Canadian-originated term 'dominion' to describe the political union with Britain, at a time when Canada’s founding fathers were hesitant to use a name such as the Kingdom of Canada. The name was changed to Canada Day on October 27, 1982.

It is a federal holiday across Canada celebrated by all provincial governments and most businesses across Canada. Quebec also has Moving Day on July 1st, due to the fact that most leases there begin and end on that day, where lots of people move and change residences. In Newfoundland and Labrador, July 1 is also recognized as Memorial Day and commemorates Newfoundland's heavy losses during World War I in the Battle of Beaumont Hamel as part of the Battle of the Somme.

For most Canadians Canada Day is a day of gathering with friends and family over a picnic, a few beers and some fireworks. Sounds like an American holiday to me! Happy Canada Day everyone!

Live Bait – To much / Not enough?

2010-06-29T12:23:00.000-07:00

By: Steve Cegielski, All Canada Show, Operations Manager
Have you ever stood in a bait shop in Canada wondering how much live bait to buy for your week of fishing at the outpost? You don’t want to over buy and waste, but you also would rather have a couple dozen extra rather than run short early in the week.

Many factors go into the bait puzzle – number of fishermen, type of fishing, time of year, and bait storage. I would never recommend taking just one type of live bait – you never know the feeding habits until your there and it’s to late.

I’ve found when “mix fishing” (fishing for multiple species – pike, walleye, lake trout) 40 doz. Minnows, 2lb leech’s, and 10doz crawlers will keep 6 fishermen happy for a week on the water. I’ve found that minnows tend to work best in spring and leeches in the late summer with crawlers staying consistent thru out the year.

Even before purchasing bait you have to have a plan of transport or all above ideas will go to waste. We’ve all seen the guy who buys ten doz. Minnows along with a Styrofoam bucket in hopes of reaching the outpost camp with minnows – not going to happen.

Timing is of the utmost importance when transporting minnows. Don’t buy minnows the night before a long trip into an outpost – the only advantage is that they will be easier to catch in the bucket the next day. I like to make the bait shop the last stop on our way out of town.

Find a bait shop that will put your minnows into clear plastic bags and able to pump air into the bags prior to tying shut. Place the minnow bags into the cooler and surround with ice. You should be able to fit 25 doz minnows into a standard Colman cooler. Shut the lid and don’t open until at camp – GO!!!

Once at camp I bring along a 30 gallon plastic barrel with drilled holes and door opening to house the minnows for the week. The only trick is to get the barrel deep enough into the water – down to the cold water. About 5- 6 feet is all that’s required on a Canadian Lake in the middle of summer. Toss a few rocks into the barrel, tie a line to the dock and watch it sink. If careful in handling you will loose less than 5% of the minnows.

Housing leeches at camp is easier. Take 2 one-gallon milk jugs – poke small nail size holes into one – leaving the bottom two inches of the jug hole free. Cut the other jug in half keeping the handle end. Once at camp use the half jug as funnel to pour the leeches into the other jug with holes – tie a line to jug handle and watch it sink. The milk container allows for easy distribution the next morning and leftovers from the day can be easily put back into jug with the funnel – no wasting bait. The funnel can also serve a double function – boat bailer after a rainstorm.

It’s Canada, so if bait plans go wrong - stiff minnows and sun dried leeches and crawlers might still fool Canadian walleyes.

Flight Safety Website

2010-06-28T09:38:00.000-07:00

By Rodney Schlafer - Show Director, All-Canada Show - One of my favorite things about the Canadian wilderness is the float plane. The outfitters that fly them ensure that safety comes first and take all the necessary precautions to get you to and from your destinations safely. I was reading a blog post on Ignace Outposts site and thought this was something that would be good to post on our blog.

Next time you fly pay attention to the pre-flight instructions, a couple key items to familiarize yourself with on the plane are the exits and your life jacket. Know where the exit doors are and think about how you will get out in case of an emergency. On a recent trip, the outfitter was going over the pre-flight and he pulled out the life jacket and showed us how to use it. He said if you do not know what it looks like and how to put it on it might as well be a sandwich! Good point!

If you are planning a trip on float plane this summer check out this website on Float Plane Saftey, it may save your life one day!

Family returns to fishing lodge after eight years

2010-06-25T11:17:00.000-07:00

By: Jennifer Young, owner of All-Canada Show

Next week, my family and I are off to Cedar Point Lodge.

Jeff, Kayla, Brian and I were there eight years ago, our youngest was only one year old back then, so she stayed home with Grandma and Grandpa Hutch.

Check out the old article.

Brian was 3 and Kayla was 5. They have been talking about this trip-they remember it.

It is amazing how time flies. Take your kids to Canada this year!! Don't wait!! They will love you for it.

Jeff and I have our passports ready, and we have the kids' birth certificates. This time we are also taking our niece, Cece Maravilla. She is 8 years old. We will be fishing for walleyes and pike. Jigging for walleyes and casting for pike.

We will be posting photos after the trip.

Canada Day is Coming

2010-06-23T11:17:00.000-07:00

Joel Prunty, media manager, All-Canada Show – Next week Thursday is Canada Day – or as the French say “Fete du Canada” - which is celebrated every year on the 1st of July. Similar to our 4th of July holiday, Canada Day celebrates the creation of the Dominion of Canada through the British North America Act of 1867, which came into effect on July 1, 1867.

The holiday itself began in 1879 and was originally called Dominion Day, making reference to the Canadian-originated term 'dominion' to describe the political union with Britain, at a time when Canada’s founding fathers were hesitant to use a name such as the Kingdom of Canada. The holiday was changed to Canada Day on October 27, 1982.

It is a federal holiday across Canada celebrated by all provincial governments and most businesses across Canada. Quebec also has Moving Day on July 1st, due to the fact that most leases there begin and end on that day, where lots of people move and change residences. In Newfoundland and Labrador, July 1 is also recognized as Memorial Day and commemorates Newfoundland's heavy losses during World War I in the Battle of Beaumont Hamel as part of the Battle of the Somme.

For most Canadians Canada Day is a day of gathering with friends and family over a picnic, a few beers and some fireworks. Sounds like an American holiday to me! Happy Canada Day everyone!

2010-06-22T08:35:00.000-07:00

By:Steve Cegielski, All-Canada Show, Operations Manager
Traveling in Canada’s wilderness areas provides lots of opportunity to view wildlife in their natural surroundings, not like at the local zoo. Over the years I’ve traveled over 10,000 miles in Canada by truck or floatplane.
The view from above is awesome, when my stomach can handle looking down from above, I’ve seen moose, caribou, and bears out the float plane window.
By land many times bears have crossed the road or a bull moose standing in the ditch. I believe their lack of human interaction makes them appear more relaxed, but they do view the unknown as danger. Always take precaution when stopping to take photos, especially when viewing bear cubs…momma’s not far away.
On one All-Canada Show spring sales trip a few years back, we were traveling Hwy 101 towards Timmins, Ont. when I sighted moose. Well at first I didn’t know what I was looking at thru the windshield. I studdered Moose but my mind was thinking white horse. I hit the brakes and a white cow and two calves crossed the road behind the truck. One calf was the normal dark brown, while the second calf was almost pure white like it’s mother. I had heard the stories of the white moose in the Timmins, Ontario area, but it was awesome to see first hand.
When traveling across Canada be sure to keep the camera and video handy, you never know when the wildlife sightings will happen. Happy travels!!

2010-06-21T09:45:00.000-07:00

Joel Prunty – Media Manager, All-Canada Show - One of my favorite things about traveling in Canada is the chance to view some amazing wildlife. On numerous occasions I have seen moose, bear, whitetail deer and fox. On one trip I was pulled over on the side of the road getting a soda out of the cooler located in the back of the truck when a fox came running out of the bush to great me…I jumped in the back of the pick-up and closed the lid…it must of thought I was going to feed him…I did not take any chances.

And although wildlife is cool to see on the highway it can also prove to be deadly.
An adult moose can go over 1000 lbs. and hitting one with your car can cause some serious damage. I have never actually hit a moose or any animal for that matter with a car but I have had a few close calls. Here are some good tips on how to stay safe on the highway. The number one way is to SLOW DOWN.

The following information was provided by Brad Greaves owner of Ignace Outposts – Ignace Ontario.
Moose, Bear and Deer are thrilling sites on your visit to Canada, but occasionally...too thrilling. In many areas of Canada we share the roadway with unintended big game animals. Even though most accidents occur between 5-8 am and 6 pm to midnight, hitting a large animal on the road will ruin your trip at anytime of day. Here are helpful tips you can use to avoid an incident with an animal:
• Use high beams when possible
• Be sure your windshield is clean and your lights are working
• Scan the road continuously from shoulder to shoulder
• Be aware that in most animal/vehicle accidents the animal was “just barely” on the paved portion of the road
• At night, watch for flashes of the small glowing eyes of animals
• Wildlife crossing signs do actually indicate areas of increased risk
• Always slow down when passing wildlife – they may suddenly turn or dart into your path
• Remain alert after passing an animal, it may be with others or with young
• Never attempt extreme maneuvers to avoid a collision.
It may not seem logical but don't swerve to avoid an animal. It is often better to clip the animal than to loose control of your vehicle and end up head on in the other lane or rolled over in the ditch.
• Don’t assume the animal will move out of your way
• Watch your speed, KPH and MPH are different!
• Moose, Bear and Deer are large enough to activate your airbags when you hit them. Keep this in mind as you sip from a bottle or cup in the front seat.
• You don’t often hit the animals you see.
• If you hit a bear, do not stop to see if he is alright. A wounded bear is not an animal you would want to visit with for any length of time.
• If you come across a fox, rabbit, bird, or other small animal on the roadway, don't leave your lane. See the note above about swerving.

Happy 50th!

2010-06-16T06:25:00.000-07:00

Joel Prunty, media manager, All-Canada Show – I’m on vacation this week celebrating my 50th birthday (thanks Rod for posting my blog). And, at such a milestone it is hard not to reflect on where I have been.

Where I have been – as it relates to this blog – is some of the most incredible fishing spots in Canada…no make that the world. These fishing milestones the past 20 years would not have happened without the support of Jennifer Young, All-Canada Show president and Dave Hutchison, the show founder. Thank you.

Some adventures were with new acquaintances and some with my closest friends and family. Some were in the dog days of summer where we fought to catch shore lunch and some were during the best fishing of the year. Regardless, every single trip to Canada has been successful and each is cherished.

Looking ahead, I envision another 20 years of adventure with great longing. Imagine all the potential trophies my casts will entice, all the camaraderie to be shared and all the cigars to be smoked!

The fish picture above is one of my favorites because it was totally unexpected and just like fishing, some of life’s best experiences are unexpected as well.

I hope you enjoy another 50 years for fishing adventures too! Cheers, Joel

Mayfly's - Tough Bite

2010-06-15T11:54:00.000-07:00

By: Steve Cegielski, All-Canada Show, Operations Manager
Rodney Shalafer, All-Canada Show, Sales Manager wrote in the last blog about fishing techniques to use while under attack from the Mayfly. Well I had first hand experience last summer dealing with a full blown Mayfly hatch. Day 2 of the trip we battled an extreme hatch. The walleyes had a belly full and enticing one to bite was difficult. I agree with Rodney, finesse fishing was the only technique that worked. On a positve note the hatch was over as quick as it started and within a few days the walleyes were back feeding in traditional locations. Don't get over frustrated during a hatch, just change techniques and remember to to take the chicken out of the freezer in the morning.

Catch More Fish During Mayfly Hatch

2010-06-14T11:58:00.000-07:00

Joel Prunty - Media Manager All-Canada Show - Reports from across Northwest Ontario and Central Manitoba say the Mayfly hatch is starting and will be in full swing next week.

Fishing during a mayfly hatch can prove to be difficult. However, if you change up your technique you can still catch plenty of fish. Fish areas where mayflies are hatching such as mud flats, and shallow where water temps rise first. Try larger baits using an aggressive approach such as tipping a jig with a crawler and using an erratic twitching movement. Remember walleye will be feeding on mayflies and this agressive technique will entice them to strike. We also like to troll crankbaits on the weed edge or just on the edge of mud flats during the mayfly hatch.

Do not use the annual “hatch” as an excuse; use your tackle to catch more fish!

New facebook page for All-Canada Show

2010-06-11T12:49:00.001-07:00

by: Jennifer Young, owner, All-Canada Show

Check out the All-Canada Show page (Company) on facebook.

You can post your pictures of Canada any time.

It is a great way to stay in touch!

Watch your limits

2010-06-09T11:14:00.000-07:00

Joel Prunty, media manager, All-Canada Show - Most anglers over their fish limits fall into two categories…sloppy accounting of fish in the freezer or not taking time to completely understanding daily possession limits.

There is no excuse for sloppy accounting of your fish limits. You need to know, at all times, how many packaged fish are in your possession…not to do so and exceeding your limit is breaking the law.

Understanding daily possession limits is a little trickier. Daily possession is the number of fish attributed to you for instance in a freezer or frig, plus fish on a stringer or in a boat…plus the number of fish you have eaten that day. This number can not exceed your legal limit. Every packaged fish in your possession has to be labeled and attributed to a person.

A conservation officer will attempt to determine whether you’ve consumed fish by visiting your shore lunch spot and checking garbage in camp. Having a reduced conservation fishing license makes this consumed fish important because if your limit is two walleye and you ate shorelunch, then you can not have any fish in your boat or at camp.

Another area angler’s error with limits is packing their cooler to go home. Count and double count how many fish each person is going home with to make sure no one is over the limit. Road blocks are a frequent way for MNR to enforce limits, especially during the busiest times during the angling season.

The last place you want to get caught over your limit is at the border where U.S. Customs will enforce fish limits for their Canadian counter parts. If you are nailed at the border you have broken U.S. AND Canadian Fish and Wildlife laws so the penalties are greatly enhanced.

Enjoy your adventure and don’t break any laws!

Going Home

2010-06-08T09:31:00.000-07:00

By: Steve Cegielski, Operations Manager, All-Canada Show
With the fishing season well under way all across Canada, except maybe the far reaches where ice still dominates the landscape, fisherman are enjoying exceptional Canadian fishing action. We all love the anticipation of the trip and getting it started, but as we all know, all good things come to an end eventually and we all have to head home from a great adventure.
On most full service lodge plans that means gathering your belongings and remembering where you hid your keys once you arrive back in civilization.
Some do-it-yourself trips do require some easy weekending cleaning / organizing tasks that can easily be done. As a general rule, try to leave the cabin and equipment one step better than the group before you, and you’ll never have any complaints.
General cleaning of the cabin and basic garbage clean up is obvious, but here’s some areas that get missed some times.
Refrigerator can be come messy at times and the next group really doesn’t want your old rotten nightcrawlers left in the frig. Just a quick wipe down does the job.
Also extra attention the fish cleaning area after a week of filleting will go along ways….take the time to wash the surfaces free of scales and clean all equipment, so the next group can start fresh.
And last but not least – boat cleaning. You all know how the bottom of the boat looks after a week of hard Canadian fishing – line, sinkers, old plastics, mud, and even fish blood cover the boat from bow to transom. Take the time to pull each boat up onto shore, pull the plug and slosh with water until all debris is out.
How about taking the welcoming of the new fisherman to the next level? As the float plane is landing pop in the oven a pan of chocolate chip cookies! The smell of chocolate chip cookies as they enter the cabin is sure bring smiles to their faces and what a way to start your week in fishing paradise – CANADA!

Shore Lunch…the best part of the trip.

2010-06-07T08:47:00.000-07:00

By Rodney Schlafer - show director All-Canada Show - For me there is nothing more enjoyable than sitting on a rock overlooking a lake eating fresh caught Canadian Walleye. Shore Lunch for me is always the best part of the trip. I like to mix it up bit between fried Walleye, baked fish or chowder.

There are many ways to cook fish on shore and it does not always have to be fried, however I would say that is my favorite. I have enjoyed walleye bake – a combination of walleye, onions and cheese wrapped in tin foil and cooked over an open flame.

Walleye Bake

I have had Northern Pike stir – fry complete with rice and all the veggies. Dijon mustard or Sesame walleye with a honey glaze are at the top of most unique!Sesame Walleye with honey glaze

And one of my favorites is fish chowder, it is easy make and is great for those cold rainy days on the lake to help warm you up – just remember to bring the spoons to eat it with…a few years back we forgot to pack spoons so we used removed the hooks on our casting spoons and used those. See pic below.
Eating Chowder with casting spoons

If you do not do shore lunch on your fishing trips you should. They are a great way to enjoy your time in Canada. If you need some recipes for your next trip shoot me an email, and I would be more than happy to share. rod@allcanada.com.

Don’t let LIFE slip you by

2010-06-04T09:41:00.000-07:00

Joel Prunty, media manager - Here’s a picture of my nephew Joe back in the summer of 2006 on a fly-in fishing trip to northwest Ontario. The other picture is from last night at his high school graduation and it brought back memories of the great time we experienced in Canada.

It’s amazing how much kids change in a four year span and how quickly his high school days flew by (at least for me). In July, we will go on another fishing trip to Canada. We are headed back to northwest Ontario and this time to Uchi Lake Lodge out of Sioux Lookout.

This might be our last trip for a while as Joe goes off to college, starts a career and maybe a family sometime after. I wonder how a trip to Canada this summer might improve the life of a young man in your life. Don’t wait…because in a blink-of-an-eye they’ll be headed to college!

Don't Forget Your Card

2010-06-02T08:05:00.001-07:00

Joel Prunty, Media Manager - U.S. residents 18 and older are required to purchase a Outdoors Card to fish in Ontario. You may have purchased the card last year – which is good for three years – if you did, do not forget to bring it along on this years trip.

If you have never had an Outdoors Card, you can purchase a "Non-Canadian Resident Temporary Fishing Outdoors Card and Application" from one of more than 1,800 licence issuers across the province. The Non-Canadian Resident Temporary Fishing Outdoors Card and Application does not include the fishing licence tag. The fishing licence tag will be a separate paper permit.

The Complete Angler

2010-05-28T09:11:00.000-07:00

Father, Son Trip ends in "Fish Story"

by Norm McCreight

It’s hard to talk about fishing without eventually getting to the subject of “the one that got away”. My personal favorite – or should I say worst– is a big walleye I lost on the Segise Flowage in Northwest Ontario. I’ll never forgive the “net man” (you know who you are) for smacking my trophy on the nose!

My girlfriend Rhonda’s is the lake trout she lost at Kasba Lake in the Northwest Territories, she claims she lost the fish because “the sun was in her eyes?” I’m still not sure about that one.

Normie, my oldest boy’s “one that got away” happen just this past summer musky fishing on Pipestone Lake just north of Emo, Ontario.

Pipestone Lake is famous for multi-species fishing: walleye, pike, bass, lake trout and of course the elusive musky. Fishing lore claims the musky is a fish of a thousand casts…but we only had five days, so Normie was counting on doing it in 500. My only advice was “good luck.”

When I got the call from All-Canada that I’d be heading to Pipestone Lodge my first reaction was to hit their web site and begin analyzing lake maps.

As soon as I set my eyes on Clearwater/Pipestone Lake I smiled…it is filled with islands, bays, nooks and crannies. I could see our toughest decision would be which species to fish! That’s why I love drive-in and boat-in lodges – you can bring as much tackle with you as you want.

Normie and I decided to concentrate on musky and smallmouth bass. It was August and in a deep water lake like the Clearwater Chain; walleye and lake trout would be deeper than we wanted to fish.

Pipestone Lodge is a full-service resort – owned and operated by Art and Jennifer Perchaliuk – that can only be accessed by boat and offers both American and Housekeeping plans. The eight cabins and main lodge sit on a manicured lawn connected by a lighted boardwalk. Everything was spotless and the food was great. So good that by mid-afternoon our minds began to wander about whether that night’s meal would beat the previous.

Pipestone Lodge

August is an excellent month for bass and musky. Bass are feeding heavy and musky aren’t as deep as northern pike. With all the finger bays and mature weed beds we should be able to catch a few of these tackle busters.

Art greeted Normie and me at Sportsman’s Landing, the jumping off spot on our adventure up to Pipestone Lodge. The boat ride in included a short hand-pulled portage to the upper lake and minutes later we could see the island lodge. Jenny, the other half of the Perchaliuk team, greeted us at the dock and got us settled in. Pipestone is a very friendly atmosphere and a truly home type setting awaits you.

We hit the water with our marked map and the push-of-a-button on my GPS. Our first quest was to catch some bass, it didn’t take us long to learn the bass weren’t as agressive we expected. I had spent most of the summer in northern Manitoba and didn’t realize the summer in Northwest Ontario had been so cold (and rainy). It was almost like we were fishing in late-June or early-July than mid-August.

The first spots we hit were points with a sharp drop off at 12 to 14 feet. The bass were sitting right on the edge. I had on a ¼ .oz jig head tipped with an oil coloured twister tail, while Normie had an oil coloured twister tail on a ¼ .oz Roadrunner. We caught smallmouth bass from 14 to 19 inches. Normie caught more bass than I did, but I caught the biggest. His Roadrunner was flashier then my bait and working it faster got the spinner working for him.

We moved to another spot Art marked on our map, it was a flat point with current. We put on a 3/8 ounce jig head with an oil coloured twister tail and caught some, but not nearly like the first spot. Mixing up our colours didn’t provide any better results. We left that spot only to return an hour or so latter. I said to Normie “you jig and I’m going to throw some cranks”, tying on a 10-foot deep diver. I like this bait because it’s made out of balsa wood and has a tendency to run head down when retrieved.

I started to catch some nice bass and Normie switched over and sure enough he caught the biggest bass of the day. The next day Normie was hot again and his bragging soon become unbearable…to the point where I found myself thinking “one day I’m going to cut that kid loose.” Probably wouldn’t make a difference though, I‘ve taught him way too much about fishing already.

The weather took a turn several days into our trip with overcast skies and rain on and off for the next two days. It didn’t bother us as we had good rain suits and a lot of patience. The fishing did slow down a bit, but really didn’t affect our results; we just had to work a little harder. With two days left – and having given the local bass population a good workout – we decide to pursue the elusive musky

Even though we had begun to master the balance of catching bass in between cold fronts, with only two days left we wanted to catch at least one musky. Besides, I didn’t drag all my Musky tackle 450 kilometers just to bring it back home.

Normie and I sat down and talked to Art about Musky fishing, he said “ Musky fishing has been a challenge all summer with all the cold fronts we’ve experienced, you’ll just need to experiment and mix up your strategy a bit.” Art suggested we talk to a group of musky fishermen in camp so we did. They agree with Art’s assertion that the weather and the Musky’s disposition were working against us…not to mention the clock, and their only advice “cast, cast, cast.”

We followed everyone’s suggestion and threw Suicks, Bulldogs, Smithwicks, Rapalas, Bucktails, large spinners and Storm soft baits. I threw lures that I don’t even know what they were called.

Then, on the last day, the sun FINALLY broke out…now I understand why early man worshiped the sun – Normie and I practically dropped to our knees and worshipped it ourselves before heading out that morning.

With only one day to catch a musky, we needed to cover as much area as possible…it was time to troll. We started by trolling bays beginning in deep water then working shallower, followed by trolling nearby exposed reefs then moving on to small islands. An hour or so before lunch we decided to troll the outside of a corner bay. Feeling hungry I made a wide turn over 50 to 60 feet of water giving me time to grab a sandwich.

As the boat straightened out – and my lure following behind – I felt a big hit and shoved the rest of my sandwich in my mouth. Standing up in the back of the boat, I set the hook (with ham and mustard dropping on my shirt) and all I could think of was “be a big musky not a hammer-handle pike.”

Trying to get Normie’s attention – with a half a sandwich in my mouth – I started pounding my foot on the boat bottom like Stomping Tom (if you know who Stomping Tom Connors is you’re a true Canadian).

Finally…Normie turned around and I motioned for him to get control of the boat so I could fight the fish. It wasn’t a big musky but I could tell at first glance, it WAS a musky. We caught the fish 10 feet down in 62 feet of water, give me a break. We measured her in the water at 37 inches and estimated it to be 15 to 17 pounds.

I’m a firm believer in Catch and Release for musky which means the fish stays in the water and I don’t even take pictures unless it’s a personal best. These actions will insure trophy fishing opportunities for everyone. It felt great just the same…the monkey was now off my back!

We spent the next two hours trolling this suspended pattern and I caught two more musky – not as big as the first – but they both fought hard. Normie on the other hand caught nothing and I found myself doing the bragging…paybacks a bitch isn’t it?

Late that afternoon I had a change of heart and I found myself really wanting Normie to get a musky too. With an hour to go, Normie was trolling a large, black musky bucktail with a florescent orange spinner.

Looking backward I was stunned to see a wake clearly forming directly behind his lure. Standing up to get a better look, I hollered to Normie “look at that fish wake behind your lure!” Suddenly the musky’s gills flared open and the huge fish uncoiled coming right out of the water with the black bucktail locked in its jaw. I’m a very good judge of big fish, especially big northern, and I got a good look at the musky and it had to be 50 inches plus!

Everything went into slow motion as I looked back and saw Normie – now on his feet with his bait-casting rod almost against his face – as he struggled to get a good set. Knowing he was in good shape, I spun back around in time to see the big fish coming straight at the boat, two-thirds out of the water, shaking its head like a mad-man.

Then, just as quickly as it started…it was over. Normie’s fish-of-a-lifetime threw that bucktail, indignantly, directly at us and swam off into the depths of Pipestone Lake.

All I could do was drop my head and utter AUGH! Out of the corner of my eye I could see Normie and he looked like someone had just “sucker punched” him.

We spent a little time analyzing what had just happened, but we both knew we did everything possible. The ride back to camp was pretty quite, and we never said a word about it over dinner. But later than night over a cocktail, Normie began to tell his “one that got away” story. Normie had already caught some trophies, so to my way of thinking…he had finally become a complete angler!

Wildcat now open for summer

2010-05-27T11:46:00.000-07:00

Joel Prunty, media manager – I read a Tweet this week that the famous Wildcat Café in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories is open for the summer. Can there be a bigger sign that summer is here? The Wildcat is an institution and a must see for every adventurer.

Only open in the summer, the Wildcat is Yellowknife’s oldest restaurant. The menu includes a daily fare of caribou burgers, and fresh lake trout and arctic char.

If you love to fish and hunt in Canada set a goal of getting to Yellowknife and the sooner the better. The city is fascinating with its Old Town bars, floating houses, the huge floatplane base and an incredible museum.

Plus, Yellowknife is a jumping off place to some of the best fishing lodges in Canada. Have a great adventure!

Fishing Tales

2010-05-25T11:18:00.000-07:00

By: Steve Cegielski, Operations Manager
Any trip to Canada produces fish stories that are hard to believe....Like the guy who boated 200 walleyes in one day. Wow, can you believe that or is that an exageration. We all tend to stretch the truth when it comes to fishing. There's no such thing as a 39.5" Pike in my books....that's getting dangerously close to a 41" pike in my books. Just kidding, but you know what I mean. I do make a point to accurately measure my large fish for personal reasons...I need to know my personal best.

Last summer my youngest son Max (6 years old) created his own fish story that will last a lifetime and I doubt if it can be repeated.

I spent the after dinner hours out trolling for Pike with Max one night during our family trip to a Northwest Ontario Fly-In outpost- Pipestone Oupposts. We spent nearly 2 hours just chatting about fishing and Canada. We were almost back to the outpost dock when I mentioned to Max to start reeling up his spoon when he said "Dad, I have a fish." Great, last second fish. As he was reeling in I questioned his fish, and he was adament that he had a fish, so he kept reeling. I now could see his spoon and no fish attached. I grabbed his line and also could feel the tug of the fish. That's an odd feeling....I could see his lure and feel a fish. Well he didn't have a fish on his lure, but had hooked someone else's line with a lure attach with a pike on that lure. I hand over hand reeled in the loose line to land his Pike. Wow, that's a first, pike for a snack and a nice spoon to fill the tackle box.

Fish stories are awesome....always eager to hear more. Hope your trips to Canada create life long stories that will be told for generations.

Top 3 Pike Lures

2010-05-24T09:13:00.000-07:00

by Rodney Schlafer – Show Director – All-Canada Show. I love catching big pike, and if you are an avid pike or musky fisherman you too probably have lots of lures. I personally have over 100 Pike/Musky lures in my tackle box. It seems I buy a few new lures every time I go to Canada in hopes it will be the hot lure that I will throw for the entire week.

I always have a hard time deciding what lures will go on a trip and what will stay at home. Obviously if I am going on a drive-in fishing trip where weight limitations are not an issue I tend to bring more lures than if I am going on a fly-in. I always have intentions of using every lure I bring…however I seem to always go back to my favorite baits as I know they all produce.

These lures are my top 3 and tend to be what I will throw the most of all my lures. And they seem to work in all types of water.

My TOP three lures of choice

1. The red and white Daredevil

2. Mepps Musky killer orange blade with black marabou

3. Suick I have every color but tend to rely on black or red and white

If you I could only bring three lures on a Canadian fishing trip these are my lures I would bring. Although I would bring a few back-ups just in case…if you care to share your top three Pike lures email me rod@allcanada.com and I will blog about them.

All-Canada Adventures taking shape

2010-05-21T07:57:00.000-07:00

Joel Prunty, media manager – Each year the All-Canada Show publishes All-Canada Adventures. This full color, 92 page magazine is packed with information and spotlights our fishing and hunting adventures for the year and provides readers ideas on all the possibilities available.

Inside you will also find valuable information on how to research, select and plan your adventure. Currently we are planning our adventures for 2011 and they are beginning to take shape. Right now we have a hunt planned with Cabela’s TV, a guys fishing adventure to northern Canada and family adventure to northwest Ontario.

If you would like a copy of the 2010 edition of All-Canada Adventures email me at joel@allcanada.com.

Spring Bear

2010-05-18T09:22:00.000-07:00

By: Steve Cegielski, Operations Manager
Good Luck to all the bear hunters headed to Canada in the next few weeks. Spring is a special time in the bush, everything is coming alive. Spring bear hunting gives the hunter another excuse to feed the addiction - pursuing big game.

With the early spring and ice off being a few weeks early the bear baits should be well established. Most outfitters will have multiple baits for each group of hunters. Don’t get impatient and jump baits daily….wait out that big bruin.

Even with the early warm spring weather temperatures can fluctuate greatly this time of year in Canada. On one spring bear hunt in early June I arrived wishing I had shorts and t-shirts, but by weeks end insulated layering was required.

Remember to size the bear before harvesting….all bears will look big at first glance, but remember to use known objects as a way to size up your bear…..log lengths, barrel heights, and ear to head ratio. Of course we are all looking for that trophy of a lifetime, but before you even arrive at camp decide what kind of bear your looking for and stick to your plan. If your happy to come home with no less than a color phase bear than that’s the plan. But remember don’t pass a bear on the first day that you’d shoot on the last day.

As I mention how all things come alive in the spring….I also meant eagle sized mosquitos. But, if you’re prepared with the proper face masks and clothing you’ll enjoy the sweet hum of the mosquitoes, knowing that they can’t break your first line of defense.

Definitely make your hunt a combination adventure and don’t forget or overlook the fabulous fishing in the spring. You’ll most likely be one of the first guests of the year, and the walleye should be hungry after spawning.

All-Canada Show is on Twitter

2010-05-17T09:53:00.000-07:00

All-Canada Show is on Twitter

All of the staff for the All-Canada Show is up and running on Twitter. We are also posting on the All-Canada Show. http://twitter.com/allcanadashow

Rod Schlafer, Show Director

http://twitter.com/bigfishcanada

http://twitter.com/canadafish(Joel Prunty, Media Manager)

http://twitter.com/canadahunter (Steve Cegielski, Operations Manager)

http://twitter.com/canadasbestfish (Jennifer Young, owner)

Check it out and Follow Us!

Potatoes Cleared for Crossing Border

2010-05-12T07:31:00.000-07:00

Joel Prunty, media manager - When you drive across the Canadian border this summer on your fishing adventure you will not see a dumpster full of potatoes. It was always unclear as to the risk potatoes posed, but we have been notified by NOTO (Northern Ontario Tourist Outfitters’ Association) that this summer American guests will NOT have to leave their potatoes at the border, nor register them when they come to fish in Canada.
Here are the conditions by which potatoes may cross the Canadian border:
* Guests are limited to 10 lbs or less per person
* Potatoes must be commercially packaged (in the original package from the store) and the potatoes should be US grade No. 1.

We have confirmed this through discussions with the Fort Frances border crossing (Canadian Border Services Agency CBSA) as well as the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA).
Enjoy that shorelunch with the potatoes of your choice!

Wolf River Expo

2010-05-11T10:32:00.000-07:00

By: Steve Cegielski, Operations Manager
Shows are finally done for another year. I know your thinking, haven’t All-Canada Shows been done for months? Yes, but that doesn’t mean my show schedule ended. A sister company to All-Canada Show was created a few years ago….Wolf River Expo. Wolf River Expo provides booths, tables, and chairs to other events after our busy All-Canada Show circuit is complete. I’ve been in show mode from January 1st until the middle of May. I now look at the show season as being 21 shows long. Yes, I’m glad to be done. The equipment can now assume its summer resting position in the warehouse, and I can get on with other summer tasks around the office, and warehouse.

Wolf River Expo provides high quality equipment, prompt service and competitive pricing. Check out our website if we can help organize any event in the future http://www.wolfriverexpo.com/.

Events completed just in time to plan my Canadian excursion for this summer. Hope to see you heading north this summer.

Road Trip!

2010-05-10T11:17:00.000-07:00

By Rodney Schlafer All-Canada Show - Show Director Last week I took a road trip across Northwestern Ontario. I was able to visit over 60 camps and attended parties for the Kenora District Camp Association (KDCA) in Vermilion Bay and the annual Sportsmen Dinner put on by the Red Lake Publicity Board. Both events were well attended and a good time was had by all. The highlight of the trip was fishing with Bill Pryndik, and I was able to land a 38” pike in the pouring rain.

Here are a few pictures from my trip

Evie Hartle – Big Hook Wilderness Camps, Karla Clark - Clarks Camps, and Marilyn, Bilsbarrow at KDCA meeting Vermilion Bay, Ontario.

John Fahlgren-Sydney Lake Lodge, and Norm McCreight enjoy some laughs

Norm and I cooking steaks mmm they were good!

Kathy and Doug from Nungesser Lake Lodge, Peter from Chimo and Diane from Canadian Fly-In Fishing enjoying the Sportsmen Dinner in Red Lake, Ontario.

Wayne working on the new lodge at Cedar Point Lodge.

The rebuild of Cedar Point Lodge, it is looking good!

Gord Bastable in his new living room at Vermilion Bay Lodge.

Jim at Eagle Lake Sportsman ready for some 4X4 fishing excursions.

38” pike caught at Golden Hook Camp – Gullrock Lake, Ontario.

Wet Week in Northwest Ontario

2010-05-05T07:12:00.000-07:00

Joel Prunty, media manager – Just when operators in Northwest Ontario were worried about dangerous fire conditions across the region a week of rain has diminished the risk. Up until now the spring had been very dry and the province had been fighting scattered fires in April.

Overall water levels in Northwest Ontario have been low as well and the precipitation should set the stage for a terrific walleye opener May 15th. Bill Pryndik at Golden Hook Camp near Red Lake has had pike fisherman in camp already and indicated things are really picking up with fish in the 40 inch range being caught.

The All-Canada Show’s Rod Schlafer stayed with them last Saturday and he and Bill found some time to do some casting. Several pike in the 36 to 38 inch range were caught – the first fish of the year for the All-Canada team!

Can’t wait to get started myself!

Take a Kid Hunting

2010-05-04T18:53:00.000-07:00

By: Steve Cegielski, All Canada Show - Operations Manager

We all need to involve kids in our outdoor passions. It's a proven fact that kids not introduced to the outdoor world of hunting and fishing will never develop a love for the sport.
I had a great chance this spring to take my boys Ben and Max turkey hunting like we do every spring. I just like to enjoy the spring mornings with the boys in the woods, and sometimes we get lucky and harvest a turkey.
I followed up that great day in the turkey woods with my boys with a following weekend turkey adventure with the Pelisek boys, Alex and Andrew. Alex held the gun this time, and Andrew got to see his big brother's turkey hunt all unfold from the camo tent. Awesome.... I know I personally have inflicted the hunting disease on all four boys for a lifetime of adventures.
Get your kids involved in your fishing and hunting Canadian trips. How about a grandkid tagging along on a Canadian bear hunt, or showing your kids the thill of enjoying a day fishing on a Canadian Lake....walleyes until their arms are tired.
Check out AllCanada.com to book that special trip that they'll never forget.