Looking for Information about working at a lodge

[Kinger]

Hey folks.

I have from April until September off from my college program and I was thinking about going and working at a lodge guiding to make some cash.

What I would like to know is if anyone has a site or message board with information and horror/success stories so I can select some good lodges to apply to.

I'm a very capable multi-species angler who subscribes to the scientific approach to angling and I have very strong interpersonal skills and don't drink alcohol or smoke ciagerettes.

Any info would be great and much appreciated.

[pike slayer]

erringtons lodge is a nice place with good fishing and about 3hours or so north of the sault. good ppl there! http://www.wildernessisland.com/

 

if they cant help you i know theres other lodges in the area and they might be able to direct you in the right direction

[irishfield]

don't drink alcohol or smoke ciagerettes.

 

Don't worry... they'll fix that pretty quick once you're on staff!!!

 

A few lads here that guide for lodges and I'm sure they'll point you in the general direction..

[trapshooter]

Your entire experience will depend on the lodge you work for. Send me a PM, I can help you out.

[Kinger]

Wow, thanks for the prompt response guys.

I will Pm you for some more info for sure.

[tjsa]

send a pm to pikeie, he worked at a lodge on LOTW's last summer. How he got in I do not know, but he will be able to give you some info.

[Ramble]

Lots of choice in this country. If u have a choice to do a fly in...you wont regret it.

 

1st year can be rough but it gets better every year.

 

-Dave

[Kinger]

Lots of choice in this country. If u have a choice to do a fly in...you wont regret it.

 

1st year can be rough but it gets better every year.

 

-Dave

 

 

I appreciate the wisdom.

[FisherMike]

check out www.noto.net (Northern Ontario Tourist Outfitters) there is a bulletin board on that site and there are always postings from lodges all over ontario for guiding postions.

[rides85]

Lots of options up on lake of the woods, I work up there guidng all summer,drop me amsg if you ae any questions

[xeon]

I also guide on LOTW.

 

Basically, just be yourself, professional, courteous, funny, friendly, tip focused, and be ready for people with all different types of personalities.

 

There are no "horror" stories. Just people who screw up. Also make sure to bring a large assortment of tackle, and ask them if you need to bring your own fish finder, gps, or whatever.

Edited January 21, 2010 by xeon