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Picture by Mike Borger
Eddie North’s Attawapiskat River Adventures is a brand new operation out of Nakina in Northwest Ontario. Everything I’ve heard so far is nothing short of phenomenal. You will explore an essentially untapped walleye and northern pike fishery.
This entry contains the information I learned about Eddie North’s Attawapiskat River Adventures from searching the web. Fishing Traveler has received no financial or any other type of compensation for this post. The information here is accurate only to the best of my knowledge. All information should be verified with Eddie North before booking a trip.
Fishing
The first order of business at Eddie North’s Attawapiskat River Adventures is walleye and pike fishing. But don’t think it stops there. They also offer sturgeon fishing in good numbers and excellent whitefish opportunities at the right time of year.
Now, Eddie North’s camp may not be for those of you who want to keep and bring home as much as you can. But for those of you who are like me and respect a camp that focuses on conservation practices that keep the quality of fishing for years to come, you’ll love the experience here. This camp has one of the best conservation policies in Ontario.
…I would ask that all of my friends and guests observe a 100% no kill policy on all pike. I believe this is the only way to ensure the quality of the experience. In addition proper handling of these magnificent fish is imperative. I’ve provided each boat with a landing cradle to help assist in the handling of larger fish. Please try to keep the fish in the cradle at boatside while unhooking. Wire cutters, long nosed pliers and jaw spreaders are essential tools for a quick a safe release. If the hooks are burried too deeply please utilize wire cutters to quickly cut your hooks and remove the lure. When your partner is ready with the camera quickly lift the fish for a photo being very careful to support the fish underneath as well. Vertical holds can damage internal organs! Please use a glove as well when hoisting the fish in the boat for a photo. Your grip will be enhanced and the risk of dropping these large, strong fish in the boat will be minimized. Return the fish as quickly as possible to water to be revived. If they seem particularly weak utilize the cradle until their strength has returned. If everyone uses these handling techniques it’s my hope that most of the delayed mortality caused by improper handling will be eliminated.
Eat as many walleye as you wish 18″ or under while you’re staying at the camp, but none fly out with you.
While many lodges have polices about keeping fish, few totally understand the importance of proper handling as part of good conservation. Eddie North gets it exactly right.
Feature Fishing Trip Reports
Mike – June 12 to 19, 2010
Part 1 – Introduction
Part 2 – Trip to Eddie’s North Attawapiskat Adventures
Part 3 – Exploring at Eddie North’s Attawapiskat Adventures 2010
Part 4 – Trophy Northern Pike Fishing at Eddie North’s Attawapiskat Adventures 2010
Part 5 – Walleye Fishing at Eddie North’s Attawapiskat Adventures
Accommodations
This camp is small and basic but will meet all of your needs for an adventure in the bush. It has 2 sleeping cabins with 2 bunk beds. They can also set up some extra cots. Heating is through a woodstove but they have electric for lighting and charging accessories. There is a main kitchen for the camp which will have everything you need. There are 3 separate outdoor privy’s to serve the camp as well as an outdoor shower stall with hot and cold running water.
Boats and Motors
The boats are a combination of Lunds and Nadens in 14 and 16 foot lengths. Eddie North has them powered by 4 stroke Mercury 15hp or 9.9hp motors. The package includes an unlimited supply of gasoline.
Packages and Rates
All packages are housekeeping plans. The 2010 rate is $1495 Canadian per person (based on a party of 6) with children 12 and under half price (if accompanied by 4 adults). This rate includes taxes and there are no hidden charges. This is a 7 day Saturday to Saturday package.
Location
You fly out of Nakina, Ontario at Nakina Air Service Base on Cordingly Lake.
Contact Information
Eddie North’s Attawapiskat River Adventures has good information on their web site. You can also call them at 647-478-2919 in the summer or 902-436-1361 in the winter.
Comments and Reviews
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The trophy pike and walleye fishing is a 10/10, right on par with more expensive places such as Knee Lake in Manitoba….and much cheaper to boot.
The accomodations as of June 2010 I would rate a 6/10.
They’re rustic but comfortable. The camp is currently still under construction and many improvements are on tap.
In the foreseeable future the accomodations will rate as good as the fishing.
If anyone’s considering this camp for a possible trip don’t hesitate, you won’t be sorry.
Fishing Traveler Note: Please see Mike’s 2010 fishing photo report by following the links under the Feature Fishing Trip Reports.