AURORA BOREALIS TOURS

Duane Bartlett, May 2008

Hi Folks.
I can honestly say that our trip to Bakers Narrows Lodge was the best fishing trip we have ever had. My father and I have been to various lodges in different locations over the last several years, each trip produced new personal bests and all time highs - this trip was no exception. We planned this trip with Lake Trout fishing as our only interest, we were not disappointed! We caught fish every time out, but the highlight came on the fourth day of our trip. We started out the day with our guide, John, with talks of a 100 fish day (Lakers). I thought that to be a bit unrealistic I must admit, however as the day moved on we began to see that it might be possible. Sad to say though, we missed our target .... by six fish, we had 94 Lakers for the day ...... WOW! We would have made our 100 mark if it wasn't for the four master angler Lakers we caught, they took up over an hour of our fishing time. Believe me we didn't mind trading numbers for those trophy fish. First came one at 38", than another at 41", the very next fish at 39.25", finally the last fish for the day number 94 at 42". To say the least we were excited, not to mention a little sore, but well worth it! All in all it was a memorable trip, from the fantastic fishing to the beautiful surroundings, great meals and service, and comfortable lodging. When asked did I have mixed emotions about leaving to go home I had to answer "No", as I certainly felt like I was home. Thanks for a great trip, and wonderful memories. We're hoping to see you again next season.
Duane and Al Bartlett
Bridgewater, Nova Scotia.

Greg Waskiewich, July 2007

"I have been a guest at Baker's Narrows Lodge 5 times during the last 3 years and plan to continue coming to this facility for many more fishing seasons. The facilities, amenities, service, guiding and fishing are all without parallel in my experience at fishing lodges in northern Canada.
Lake Athapapaskow is by far the best lake for lakers that I have ever fished, and the walleye fishing in the fly-out lakes can be spectacular. In June of 2007, I managed, with the help of our guide John, to catch and land a 41 pound lake trout, the single best fishing experience I have ever enjoyed. On a fly-out with my father, and our guide Eelco, we caught and released over 150 walleye in one day - unbelievable action. As a family, we have also caught the 5 or 6 largest pike we have ever caught anywhere. I would highly recommend Baker's Narrows to anyone for any sort of fishing trip, be it a family vacation or a guy's "fish 'til you drop" weekend.

August, 2005

To the Baynton Family and the entire staff of Bakers Narrows Lodge:

My son and I have been on some great fishing trips but the week we spent at Bakers Narrows was by far the greatest trip of our lives.

We are both AVID fisherman and our expectations when it came to the fishing where high. We did not expect however that by the end of the second day that both of us would have made the Manitoba “Master Anglers List”, me with a 45” Lake Trout and my son with a 44” Northern Pike. But we did! Hardly a day went by that we didn’t catch so many fish that we lost count. The fishing alone was worth the cost of the trip.

Then there’s the service and accommodations. When it comes to describing the service we received from your family and every member of your staff, incredible, extraordinary, fantastic, all are understatements!

It started the second we arrived when Eelco gladly showed us to our cabin at 12:00AM. Long after the office was closed. Every day during our stay at least one member of your family or staff went above and beyond the call of duty to make our stay unforgettable.

All of the guides were professional, courteous and knowledgeable. We learned more from John about fishing for Lake Trout in one day than we could have learned in a year of reading or fishing on our own. They cooked a pretty good shore lunch too! The food and service in the restaurant was “Five Star”. Our pilot was skilled, professional and very courteous. The cabins were comfortable, spacious and well maintained. I could go on and on.

The only thing we didn’t like about our stay at Bakers Narrows is that it had to end. God willing, we will see you next year.

Sincerely

David Bacon, Life Member, North American Fishing Club

Member, B.A.S.S.

Loyal Customer, Bakers Narrows Lodge

R.J. Bacon Builders L.L.C.

Let me start by saying that this has been one of the best fishing trips I have ever taken. I have been to Canada a few times for fishing trips and this was by far, the best. The guides were helpful with locations to fish, and the fishing was very good. Even though I didn’t use the guides, they were extremely helpful in telling me of the places to fish.

Even after I arrived at the lodge with no clothes or equipment (due to an airline screw up), the people here allowed me to use equipment of their own. What could have been two days of sitting and waiting for my own equipment to arrive turned out very well because of the use of the fishing equipment.

Thank you for the wonderful service and I’ll be back again.

Chad Barrus
Jackson, MI.
NAFC Life Member

P.S. Catching a large 42” Northern on my last day was the icing on the cake!

This is my second trip, and it out-did my first. This is one of the best run outfits in Canada. You feel like someone special and are treated like family.

The fishing, cabins and food are excellent; I would recommend this place to anyone with or without fishing experience.

Thank you for a wonderful trip.

Joseph “Curtis” Fleming
Santa Maria, CA.

I never caught so many fish in my life (more than my hubby!); five species in one day on one lake on one plug.

Thanks so much for your donation to benefit the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and for making us feel like part of your wonderful family.

All the best to each of you and your fine staff. We had a great vacation. We appreciate your hospitality

Dee and Terry Sweeney
Redmond, WA.

We cannot say enough good things. The fly-outs are not to be believed. Family, staff and guides all deserve “A+” for everything.

Cabins are wonderful. From a female point of view, this is A MUST. Great cabins, plenty of hot water for bathing, good water pressure (for hair control).

You keep your car at your cabin – so bring all you would want.

Family and pet friendly – what better way to spend 7 days?

Word of advice to future guests: do the whole plan – fly outs are awesome!

Carl and Andra Patton
Burns, TN

Every single person who works at Bakers Narrows Lodge whom we met was very friendly, helpful, nice caring people with smiles.

Your lodge, cabins and grounds are in excellent condition – clean and very well maintained – very appealing!

Fishing was fabulous, our guide, “Bob”, was wonderful and polite, and “G”, our pilot, was such a professional that we felt completely safe on our fly-out trips (even with high winds!).

Thanks a lot.

Rick and Lawanda Cramberg
Bristow, OK

I just wanted to let you know that Carl Hampton and I had a great time at your lodge this week. Everything was great; the fishing, the food and the service. Everyone was so friendly, helpful and willing to bend over backwards to accommodate us in any way. We would especially like to thank our guide, Bob, for showing us a good time while fishing.

Again, thanks for a great time!!

Lynn Williams
Carl Hampton

Thank you very much for this wonderful experience. We have enjoyed ourselves. I (we) didn’t know what to expect, but this has been a very fun and exciting time!

As I said before, this was like coming to a five-star hotel, nice clean cabins, three meals a day and great fishing. What more could you ask for?

Your staff has been great and a lot of fun. We wish them the best is the future. They made our stay great.

To the Baynton Family – thank you for being wonderful hosts. This experience has really touched our hearts.

I will never forget the smile on my husband’s face when he caught his Master Northern Pike, and then, he caught another one!
This has been so much fun – something we have always wanted to do for a long time and now, we have done it. We will be back again and hopefully, we will bring a friend with us.

Thank you again; you are truly “special people”. Good luck in the future and God continue to bless your family as He already has. We will be telling our fiends that they need to come here!

Donna and Ralph Ryhorchuk
Regina, SK

The Staff was extremely outgoing and treated the guest as friends. They all seemed to be willing to go the extra to ensure that all your needs are satisfied.

The Bayntons are special people and immediately initiate personal contact with all their guests.

The setting was pristine and beautiful. The fly-in trips were awesome!!

Although our stay was only five days……friends were made.

Thanks and God’s blessings to: Rod, Peg, Brock, Jen, Brett, Nately, Ryan, “Steve”, Bob “the local”, Clayton, John and the best guide, “Mike”.

E.J. Lacy, Jr. & Jeff
Loveland, CO.

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