Northwest Territories Fishing Adventures
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Spectacular Northwest Territories Discover Canada Your Way... Beautiful Peterson’s Point Lake Fish the lakes and rivers of the Northwest Territories where every fisherman’s fantasy comes true Come to the Northwest Territories and fly fish for Grayling or Pike, troll for Trout, ice fish, or just cast a spoon from shore and you’re sure to catch a fish as our rivers and lakes are famous for their abundance and the eagerness of our fish to take a lure. Take home a great fish story about the 12-pounder that gave such a spirited fight, the 46-incher that was released to fight again or how relaxing it was in the sun while your guide prepares a super lunch with fish fresh just caught from the lake. The main species caught in our lakes and rivers are: ARCTIC CHAR are a member of the salmon family which GREAT NORTHERN PIKE migrate to Arctic rivers and powerful, wary fighters, can weigh up to 15 lbs. muscular and streamlined with keen eyesight and monsters of 40lb and more are considered prize catches. LAKE WHITEFISH are good fighters on light tackle with a LAKE TROUT the top predators small fly or spinner, or small in our large, cold, deep gold spoon and average northern lakes with many ~2.5 lbs. fishers trying to catch them by spin casting or trolling with trophy fish to 77 lbs. PICKEREL (WALLEYE) have dorsal fins with sharp spines ARCTIC GRAYLING admired and excellent eating snowy for their sail-like dorsal fin, white flesh. dark blue iridescent colour and their tasty sweet flesh, cooked fresh from the lake. Northwest Territories Fishing Adventures Land a 40 pound Pike along the shore of Great Slave Lake, troll for mammoth Lake Trout, or fly fish for acrobatic Arctic Grayling. Here is a small selection of the many superb angling adventures available from half a day or longer either close to town or by flying out to a remote lake – contact us for more options Ice Fishing Tours 3 Day Pike Fishing Package Enjoy a 4-hour ice fishing experience on Great Slave Learn the subtleties Lake. Travel a half hour by heated, snow-tracked vehicle of trophy pike fishing to your comfortable fishing hut, then drop a line through from an expert guide several feet of ice, to see if you can pull in a big one. on the Great Slave Tours depart daily at 11 a.m. Can accommodate groups Lake. of up to 30 people. Winter clothing is not included, but is available for rental. Package includes: Package includes: • 3 nights hotel accommodations • Transportation to and from fishing site • 3 full day (8 hours) guided pike fishing on Great Slave • All fishing gear and tackle Lake with a gourmet shore lunch each day • A northern gourmet lunch at our wilderness cabin • All fishing gear and tackle (One piece St-Croix rods) • Heated ice-fishing shacks • Rain gear and polarized sun glasses Price per person twin share from $170 Price per person twin share from $1,875 Available mid December to 1st week April Available mid June to mid October Fishing Adventures in remote Northwest Territories fishing lodges At Peterson’s Point Lake, Kasba Lake, Plummers Arctic, Trout Rock and Yellow Dog Lodge offer fantastic fishing adventures in pristine wilderness areas on remote lakes and rivers usually only accessible by floatplane such as... 4 Days at Peterson’s Point Lake Lodge located some 215 miles north of Yellowknife and the most northerly in the Northwest Territories. Point Lake, located on the edge of the Arctic Circle, is situated in the midst of a vast land of countless lakes and rivers that form the legendary Coppermine River system which winds its way some 200 miles to the Arctic Ocean. orientation with the Peterson Team before TOUR INCLUDES: heading out on the lake to try your luck. Cost per person twin share Days 3-4: Peterson’s Point Lodge (B,L,D) 4 Day package from $3750 Enjoy days full of adventure, wonder and Extra Days from $650 excitement as you begin each day with a full breakfast where you plan your day and fishing Departures: locations using the Point Lake map on the Available from mid July to early September Lodge wall. Tour Includes: Each day at Point Lake is unique, as weather • Floatplane flights to Lodge and transfers in Yellowknife Day 1: Arrive Yellowknife and fish activities will influence the days plans. • 3 nights in a modern cabin at Peterson’s Point Lodge Met on arrival with transfer to your hotel and Anglers usually depart at 8:00 am with the • Full board at the Lodge including house wine with dinner the rest of the day to explore Yellowknife via option of a picnic or sumptuous shore lunch • Guided fishing each day (1 guide per 2 guests) the many interesting Day Tours on offer. returning in time to relax before dinner served • Use of fishing boats with on board fish finder in the main lodge at 7:00 pm. Enjoy the great Day 2: Yellowknife to Peterson’ Point Lodge Exclusions: food and the camaraderie of other anglers and • Flights to Yellowknife (B,L,D) staff and after dinner relax and swap fishing An early morning hotel pick up and transfer to • Hotels in Yellowknife pre and post experiences with fellow guests in the main • Fishing gear and licence (rods can be borrowed) the float plane base where, after a champagne lodge lounge, the gazebo and sauna. breakfast, there is a one hour and thirty minute • Wet weather clothing flight to the Lodge. Day 5: Peterson’s Point Lodge to • Alcoholic beverages (can be brought with you) Yellowknife (B) • Meals other than as indicated On arrival Jim Peterson the owner and his staff Departing for Yellowknife after breakfast at • Gratuities and expenses of a personal nature will greet you and take you on a lodge tour ~9:30 am arriving at ~11:00 am, with a transfer • Insurance and to your cabin while later, over lunch, an to the airport or hotel. Call: 1300 300 713 10/541 Church Street, North Parramatta NSW Australia Email: [email protected] www.momentotravel.com.au #181 05/04/17Conditions: Prices are Australia Dollars and based on Twin share. Single supplement applies please contact our office. Other conditions apply call for details. Subject to availability at all times. Prices include taxes and are subject to change without notice and currency fluctuations. The Impulse Travel Group Pty Ltd ABN 92 100 392 345 trading Momento Travel Services. .