What’s the best choice for your next outdoor adventure, a canoe or a kayak? Read on to learn about some of the pros and cons of canoes and kayaks, and discover which one best suits your needs. A canoe might be for you if… You have a lot of gear, or you want to bring… Read more »
Tips for Teaching Your Kids How to Fish
If you grew up spending your summers at the lake fishing, then you probably want to teach your kids to fish as well. Fishing can be a great pastime for kids of all ages, and a great way to sneak in some parental bonding. But, fishing is a hobby that takes a lot of patience… Read more »
How to Become a Better Fisherman
Fishing is a favorite pastime for many and a great way to enjoy the outdoors. But if you’re looking to improve your skills and become a better fisherman, there are some pro tips you should follow: Keep it simple Like many things in life, less is often more with fishing. Try not to overanalyze or… Read more »
Organize Your Hunting and Fishing Licenses With This App
Hunting and fishing enthusiasts take note: the brand-new Pursuit app makes it easy to buy or renew all your hunting and fishing licenses online. The app functions as a virtual wallet, where you can store all of your hunting and fishing licenses in one place, as well as your state sportsman’s IDs. Pursuit will also… Read more »
All About Moose Antlers
When you picture a moose in your head, what is the first thing you see? Chances are it’s the large antlers that most moose have. Moose first start to grow antlers when they turn about 1, and they grow a new set of antlers every year until they hit the prime of their lives, at… Read more »
Why Kids Should Spend Time in Nature
Spending time in nature is important for everyone, but especially children. Here are a few of the top reasons to get your kids away from screens and social media and playing outdoors instead. Improves health Getting off the couch and outside is the best way to help your child become more active. Whether riding a… Read more »
Be Prepared with a Well-Stocked Boating Safety Kit
As you’re preparing for your next trip on the water, don’t overlook the very important boating safety kit. You may think you don’t need to spend time putting a kit together when you can just go buy one, but that’s not exactly true. A purchased kit should be a starter that you add to in… Read more »
Three Fishing Knots to Learn
There are a lot of casual fishermen and even some experts who don’t spend enough time thinking about the fishing knots they are using on a regular basis. While purchasing the right equipment and educating yourself about certain kinds of fish will improve your chances of being successful when you get out on the water,… Read more »
Tips for Staying in a Cabin With Kids
Are you looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life? Staying in a cabin with us at Mattice Lake Outfitters can be a great way for you and your family to unplug and reconnect! We have plenty of cabins available; however it’s important to keep in mind that staying in a… Read more »
Why You Should Visit Wabakimi Provincial Park
Wabakimi Provincial Park in Ontario, Canada is a beautiful nature oasis that’s great for all kinds of outdoor activities. Here at Mattice Lake Outfitters, our mini-lodge sits in the heart of the park, surrounded by 25 miles of flowing river. Never heard of Wabakimi Provincial Park before? Here’s everything you need to know. The details… Read more »