Having missed 2 consecutive years, the first by Government fiat with the second being self-imposed, despite numerous challenges which I will outline in due course, we finally made it – barely…

While it probably comes as no surprise that Great Bear Lake’s legendary reputation is based primarily on the world class angling it offers but having said that the “Bear” and its environs also provides the visitor with many other unique opportunities to do something other than fish, which at first blush may not be readily apparent to those who have a singular focus.

Truth be told, I read a lot of books, many of which were written by, or on behalf of various explorers, prospectors, trappers and the like, outlining their experiences in Canada’s far north.

Guests and perishable food (pretty much the same thing to a bear) came up to Branson’s by plane, and everything else (boats, motors, fuel, canned goods, etc.) came up by ice road.

Before getting into the nuts and bolts of my review, I’d first like to pose a question.

Enjoy what I hope will be our first instalment of "Barge Tales" by Brian Halabourda.

It’s been many years since I’ve fished the McTavish Arm, so this trip to Arctic Circle Lodge was going to be something of a homecoming for both me, and fishing partner Kenny Gold.

Just Once!

That’s right, just once I would like to check in at the airport without some sort hassle!