Mattice Lake Outfitters has spent years fine-tuning the art of fly-in canoe travel, and we’ve learned that the right outfitter transforms a remote paddling dream into a seamless, soul-stirring reality. After all, your floatplane skimming across mirror-still water may look effortless, but behind that smooth landing lies of a web of logistics only seasoned professionals can… Read more »
Touching down on a glass-calm lake by floatplane is an exhilarating experience and the perfect way to arrive for a canoe trip. However, if you’re using this transportation method, you really have to ensure every ounce of gear you bring has earned its place. Here at Mattice Lake Outfitters, our decades of experience have taught… Read more »
Paddling deep into Ontario’s boreal backcountry offers you the kind of remote silence you can feel. It’s a hush broken only by the dip of a paddle and the splash of a feeding walleye. Here at Mattice Lake Outfitters, we’ve become intimately familiar with these waterways, and every season confirms the same truth: fly-in canoe… Read more »
The vast wilderness of Ontario offers some of North America’s most pristine landscapes. There’s truly no better way to immerse yourself in this untouched beauty than through a fly-in canoe trip. If you’ve ever dreamed of paddling secluded waters, fishing undisturbed lakes, or simply disconnecting from modern life, Mattice Lake Outfitters is here to help… Read more »
As 2024 winds down, now is the perfect time to start planning your canoe trip for 2025. There’s no better way to explore the great outdoors. Whether you’re an experienced paddler or just looking to give something new a try, here are three compelling reasons why 2025 should be the year you grab a paddle… Read more »
Canoe trips are a great way to get good exercise, build bonds with friends and family, and see the great outdoors. But while you’re gearing up for such a trip, you’ll want to make sure you’re in tip-top shape for the adventure ahead. Here are a few tips to help you do exactly that: Cardiovascular… Read more »
One of the best parts of summer is being able to get away and enjoy the outdoors. There is no shortage of fun trips you can take while also enjoying some quality time in nature. One such option is going on a canoeing trip with friends and/or family. But, like most trips, it’s important to… Read more »
Now that fall is in full swing and the temperatures have started to dip, many people have put their canoes away for the season. They don’t want to deal with the chilly temperatures, even colder water, and the shorter days. This is good news for those who don’t mind those things. You’ll rarely have a… Read more »
With summer now almost underway, many people are beginning to plan their outdoor vacations for the coming months. If you want to spend some time out in nature, but aren’t sure exactly what to do, a canoe trip might be just the thing for you. Here’s why: It’s Not Difficult Learning how to paddle and… Read more »
The fall season is the perfect time to get outdoors and explore all that nature has to offer. Whether it be taking a walk around a local trail or going on an outdoor adventure for the weekend, everyone should get out in the open air and take in the beauty of fall. If you land… Read more »