Stories from the Lake
These articles highlight the interesting people, wilderness, attractions and activities that are unique to the Lake of the Woods Vacation Area. Enjoy these pieces submitted by local writers in the region.
Paddy Reid & Archaeology in Kenora & NW Ontario
For the better part of 25 years Paddy Reid was the defining force in the field of archaeology in Northwestern Ontario. He was the undisputed expert in the discipline of reconstructing the heritage which is an integral part of Lake of the Woods and surrounding areas. In 1970 he left the army and entered university [...]
Pursuing the Prodigious Pike
No aspect of fishing has changed more over the past couple of decades than our understanding of northern pike. Indeed, if we had been discussing pike fishing in Lake of the Woods only a few years ago, our tackle box would have been small, the offerings skimpy and the techniques and tactics few and far [...]
Ice Fishing Comfort
• Hire a local guide • Know your ice thicknesses • Wear layered clothing: you’ll be warm as you drill ice holes and set up, then cool down as you relax at your spot • Take a good pair of waterproof boots rated for cold weather • On a sunny day, light reflects off the [...]
Drawing the Line… The Canada-U.S. Border
A general rule of thumb when establishing a boundary is to know the lay of the land in question. If one does, chances are the boundary will make sense, it will be geographically sound, and once established that will be it. When the Canada-US boundary west of Lake Superior to Lake of the Woods was [...]
Celebrating Wilderness
There is pleasure in the pathless woods, There is rapture on the lonely shore – Lord Byron A blue jay balanced on the thin branch of a birch tree and watched intently as a belted kingfisher skimmed over the bay. A beaver, pushing silvery bubbles with its nose, cut through the calm surface leaving a [...]
Trout Fishing
Three Sisters Islands are famous for holding big fish. If you want to fish out of Kenora, Clearwater Bay and surrounding areas have some excellent areas to work. Local seasons permitting, you can generally start chasing these beasts at ice out. Things really get going as the water temperature is in the 50-55 degree range [...]
Steamboats on Lake of the Woods
WATERFRONT FLOTSAM – Kenora Miner and News – 1905 The Catherine S showed up Monday last at noon time with a three-pocket tow from Dawson Narrows. Tomorrow at noon, the Keewatin will go on ferry duty while the Argyle with the Brandon takes the conference delegates for a ride on the lake. The Clipper returned [...]
