Canada's Classic Fishing Lodges [Hardcover]

John St. Louis (Author), John Townley (Author), Mark Krupa (Photographer), Don Standfield (Photographer)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 4, 2003

A photographic tour of sportfishing's most alluring destinations.

Canada's Classic Fishing Lodges visits every angler's northern dream destinations, from British Columbia's mystical Queen Charlotte Islands to the rustic, unspoiled reaches of Labrador's Eagle River. These are truly some of the finest fishing lodges in a country known for its exceptional angling opportunities.

Whether you are planning the ultimate fishing trip, looking to fuel your dreams with vicarious casts in spectacular locales, or just searching for the perfect gift for the angler in your life, this is an unprecedented guide to Canada's top lodges.

Destinations include Vancouver Island, the Queen Charlotte Islands, coastal British Columbia, the Yukon Territories, Great Slave Lake, Northern Saskatchewan, Northern Manitoba, Hudson Bay, Northern Ontario, the Gaspé Peninsula, the Miramichi River, Labrador and Newfoundland.

Editorial Reviews

Review

The stunning photographs capture a unique view of Canada's remote northland... a spectacular guidebook. (Liz Grogan Good Times 200312)

Essays on the history and lore of each lodge, and information on area attractions. A good read. (Diane Slawych Toronto Sun )

Each lodge is really a story, a story of a dream and how that dream came to life... a great read. (Brad Belvedere Atlantic Salmon Journal )

The lodges are described in such a tantalizing fashion that you almost feel like you are there. (Wayne Phillips Saskatoon Sun )

About the Author

John Townley has fished on five continents, from Scotland to New Zealand and Chile to South Africa.

John St. Louis owned and operated a successful sportfishing lodge based in Victoria, British Columbia and reviews lodges for outdoors publications.

Mark Krupa's photographs are featured in several books and in magazines such as In-Fisherman, American Angler, North-American Sportsman, Fly Rod & Reel, Canadian Sportfishing and the Atlantic Salmon Journal.

Don Standfield is the co-author of Stories from the Bowseat and Algonquin. He is a frequent contributor to books and outdoors magazines.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 160 pages
• Publisher: Boston Mills Press; First Edition edition (October 4, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1550463969
• ISBN-13: 978-1550463965
• Product Dimensions: 10.5 x 10.2 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,028,817 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Fisherman's Dream, November 9, 2003

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L. S. Ruggiero (Cedar Crest, NM United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Canada's Classic Fishing Lodges (Hardcover)

We thoroughly enjoyed reading Canada's Classic Fishing Lodges. The authors did a terrific job in detailing the fishing available at each featured lodge. In addition, the authors captured the "feel" of these lodges and described the setting, ambience and environment such that you obtain an inside glimpse into these unique locations. Finally, the text is complimented with great photographs that allow you to view both the fishing and the other fun (be it food, atmosphere or natural settings). On average we visit six different fishing lodges each year. We've been guests three times at one of the lodges in the book (Selwyn Lake Lodge) and can attest to everything the authors said about it. So, we'll definitely be exploring booking future adventures at the other lodges noted in the book. We highly recommend this book to any fisherman interested in visiting a first-class lodge in Canada now or in the future.

7 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Rod-Master!!!!!!!!!!, January 11, 2004

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Ferret (Trinity College, Cambridge, UK) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Canada's Classic Fishing Lodges (Hardcover)

I waited Rod-in-hand for the publication of this book having got wind of its imminent release, and as usual with all things emitting from Rod-Master John Townley, my own rod was almost twitching with excitement as I hovered over the button. I have to say my ability to pull in large trout has been enhanced enormously - I feel my rod has almost become an extension of myself after perusing this this publication, even my wife can't wait to get her hands on it!

A long time ago whilst at College, after building my own log-cabin near Vancouver (which unfortunately doesn't get a mention in the book - I guess he wants to keep our activities in it a secret!), I had the enormous pleasure of going out on a trout-tickling extravaganza with Master Townley. Suffice it to say, I was humbled by his legendary rod-handling technique, as he ignored all the minnows to reel in some of the largest trout I have ever seen - although many tried valiantly to get away! After many a long fight John "Big-Rod" Townley hauled them all in - he pouched the lot! - even several which I would have given up as lost causes! The fishy smell still brings back memories of that wonderful day, when despite sevarl alarming interruptions by curious mooses, JT stuck to his rod with admirable determination - I, however, filled my waders!

A definite buy for all piscine enthusiasts!

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great buy for anyone with an affinity for fishing in Canada, December 10, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Canada's Classic Fishing Lodges (Hardcover)

I've been to a few of these lodges and I can safely say they qualify as "Classics". I hope to check the rest off of my list, using this book as my guide to the best.