rylan Posted July 14, 2010 Report Share Posted July 14, 2010 Hello everyone, Well I am finally going on my first fly-in trip, north of Cochrane. I was wondering if there is any seasoned veterans at Fly-ins, and wondering if there is a list of supplies, or gear you refer to before packing? I will be heading out the last week in Aug, and will be targeting mostly pike, but the walleye are a great catch as well. So could anyone help me with suggestions of DO's and Donts Maybe you can give examples of gear you wished you thought of bringing? Any and ALL help is appreciated thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beerman Posted July 14, 2010 Report Share Posted July 14, 2010 Where are you going? Are you going with Cochrane aIR? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rylan Posted July 14, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 14, 2010 NO-- this outfit here: http://www.polarbearoutfitters.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Bob Posted July 14, 2010 Report Share Posted July 14, 2010 (edited) The outfitter should have a list of things you need to bring.....REMEMBER you will be limited by weight and will pay a premium per pound over that limit. One tip we have used is use five gallon buckets as tackle boxes with covers. Your stuff will be STUFFED and BANGED around by the person loading and unloading your gear. Using 5 gallon buckets has many advantages. First they LIGHT and damage proof, second they can handle a lot of gear and finally they are completely water proof when it rains or if the rental boats leak. Using smaller trays to sort out lure and then storing them in the buckets have worked VERY well for us....also take along a roll of duct tape in one of your buckets. You never know if you may need it for something and I use it to seal the tops on the buckets so there is no way they can open up in transit. You can also mark your name on the tape to identify your bucket of stuff. 2 or 3 buckets is more than enough space for any fly-in trip. Good Luck, Bob Edited July 14, 2010 by Billy Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted July 15, 2010 Report Share Posted July 15, 2010 Unless the outfitters are complete goons, your normal tackle boxes will be just fine. I would suggest rod tubes for the rods and pack your reels in your clothes bag. Duct tape for sure, can turn a really leaky boat into a not so leaky boat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rylan Posted July 15, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 15, 2010 thanxs Bill- and Bill What do you recommend for food to bring.. I was thinking a case of Mr. Noddles, and other pasta--- any tips? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spiel Posted July 15, 2010 Report Share Posted July 15, 2010 Well I've never done a fly in but I recommend a well stocked first aid kit. I never go on any fishing trip with out one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLEX ROD Posted July 15, 2010 Report Share Posted July 15, 2010 thanxs Bill- and Bill What do you recommend for food to bring.. I was thinking a case of Mr. Noddles, and other pasta--- any tips? Hi, just got back on Sunday from my first fly in and as far as food goes, we brought up with us, me almost 50 and my 15 year old son who eats anything that is not nail down, 3 packs of bacon about 10 slices each, 2 packs of sausage 6 per pack and 2 packs of steaks 6 per pack.We also had a bag of potatoes. We also brought up a foot long salami, a chunk of ptarmigan cheese and 3 loafs of bread and 36 eggs and a bottle of Nutela. That held us over and we did eat a lot of fish. FLEX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted July 16, 2010 Report Share Posted July 16, 2010 (edited) thanxs Bill- and Bill What do you recommend for food to bring.. I was thinking a case of Mr. Noddles, and other pasta--- any tips? Well you aren't portaging so weight shouldn't be a huge issue. Does the camp have a kitchen? Fridge? Stove? BBQ? I ate steak and porkchops along with some chicken for an entire week, it was awesome Also, beer...lots of beer!! Edited July 16, 2010 by BillM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rylan Posted July 16, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 16, 2010 Thanxs a lot guys- this does help-- spiel-- yes I got a nice kit..ty flex rod-- cool we have a limit of 100lbs, the cabin has a 3 ring burner, and a BBQ- thats it. Oh and a full size fridge. I want to bring lobster and steak- BUT the guys want to bring hamburgers and hot dogs--BOO BOO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted July 16, 2010 Report Share Posted July 16, 2010 Screw the camp ground food, you should be eating like kings! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJQ Posted July 16, 2010 Report Share Posted July 16, 2010 Here's a PDF of the list I use.... it a good meal list... I have kids so some of the things may not apply. OFC Fly - in 7 Day Meal List.pdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Bob Posted July 16, 2010 Report Share Posted July 16, 2010 (edited) T.J. reminded me of my camping list I have used........however, it's not what we used for fly-ins but it might jingle your memory of something you forgot. Bob Check CAMPING LIST Radio Bread Crumbs Grill Oil Stove Pop Propane Beer Lantern Paper Plates Sleeping Bag Paper Towels Pillows Napkins Thermos Pots Water Cast Iron Pan Alarm Clock Utensils Rain Tent Tarter Sauce Rain Gear Hot Dogs Boots Hamburgers Jackets Rolls Worms Onions Leaches Potatoes Minnows Beans Bug Spray Coffee AX Coffee Creamer Batteries Plastic Bags Camera Dish Soap Life Jackets Towels X-Cooler Clothes Line Ice Marshmellows Duffle Bag Ketchup Battery Charger Mustard Shampoo Salt Matches Pepper Edited July 16, 2010 by Billy Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spiel Posted July 16, 2010 Report Share Posted July 16, 2010 T.J. reminded me of my camping list I have used........however, it's not what we used for fly-ins but it might jingle your memory of something you forgot. Bob Check CAMPING LIST Radio Bread Crumbs Grill Oil Stove Pop Propane Beer Lantern Paper Plates Sleeping Bag Paper Towels Pillows Napkins Thermos Pots Water Cast Iron Pan Alarm Clock Utensils Rain Tent Tarter Sauce Rain Gear Hot Dogs Boots Hamburgers Jackets Rolls Worms Onions Leaches Potatoes Minnows Beans Bug Spray Coffee AX Coffee Creamer Batteries Plastic Bags Camera Dish Soap Life Jackets Towels X-Cooler Clothes Line Ice Marshmellows Duffle Bag Ketchup Battery Charger Mustard Shampoo Salt Matches Pepper I'm pretty sure I have none of those things BB, nor have I ever heard of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Bob Posted July 16, 2010 Report Share Posted July 16, 2010 LOL I tried to do an attachment but it said NOT ALLOWED......so I copied and pasted it, and you can see what happened.... But it is FUNNY to read... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Court R Posted July 16, 2010 Report Share Posted July 16, 2010 My buddies flew into Quebec last year for a week and hired and second plane just for there beer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rylan Posted July 16, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 16, 2010 WOW-- all I can say: I love this site-- great people and excellent help- Thanxs a bunch everyone- this does help out ALOT I guess the only thing left is to get up there and start fishing-- Trust me there is going to be lots of beer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wormdunker Posted July 18, 2010 Report Share Posted July 18, 2010 I'd suggest a helicopter with the large cargo net suspended below to fly in a skid of beer!! I first saw the cargo nets while fishing up in Terrace Bay Ont. Cost - not too sure!! Have a good time!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris.brock Posted July 20, 2010 Report Share Posted July 20, 2010 we use a water filtration pump, so we can drink lake water without boiling it, we used to bring alot of tackle but found we didn't use most of it, we use mainly jigs and plastic twisters, rapalas and wally divers, and a few spoons for the pike - 2 way radios are handy - we only bring rubber boots and a pair of flip flops each have a blast, let us know how you do Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattybculp Posted July 20, 2010 Report Share Posted July 20, 2010 flew with air cochrane last summer to lake mikwam. My biggest piece of advice is a satelite phone. They have them there, but you have to reserve them. We did not have one when went and let me tell you we wish we had one, our plane wasnt able to get in for two days past our pick up date. it was great to get some extra days fishing but when you run out of booze, smokes, food, and fresh water things can get a little dicey. the food was no prob we just ate fish, but if your thinking that they are going to pick you up at anytime you have to be ready for them, that means boats out of the water, cabin cleaned and bags packed so you arent exactly out fishing for fear that they will fly in and your supposed to be ready to go. the other thing i would say is that you cant really go for a walk. The brush and trees are so thick that its virtually impossible your walk will be from the cabin to the boat. The cabins are pretty rustic. bring a bug jacket, some 100 % deet from a surplus store and some earplugs because i will promise you there will be mosqutios in your cabin and when there buzzing around your head all night its tough to get a decent nights sleep the ear plugs saved my trip compared to my buddies. you dont need to worry about really packing things up the pilots and guys who pack the plane are pretty gentle and you watch them (or help them)while they pack it so. Just bring some cards or something to keep you entertained at night! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattybculp Posted July 20, 2010 Report Share Posted July 20, 2010 P.S. CANS NOT BOTTLES ! have a good one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nofish4me Posted July 21, 2010 Report Share Posted July 21, 2010 (edited) Thanxs a lot guys- this does help-- spiel-- yes I got a nice kit..ty flex rod-- cool we have a limit of 100lbs, the cabin has a 3 ring burner, and a BBQ- thats it. Oh and a full size fridge. I want to bring lobster and steak- BUT the guys want to bring hamburgers and hot dogs--BOO BOO I would be very leary of an old propane fridge. CO is no joke and often not thought about. If it's an old Serval fridge they have been mandated out of use. Make sure you sleep with as many windows open as possible at night for fresh air. About 2 years ago there was 4 or 5 people died from CO on a fishing trip. Drink booze, beer too heavy. Edited July 21, 2010 by nofish4me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crappieperchhunter Posted July 21, 2010 Report Share Posted July 21, 2010 I always pack some extra rope. Good for extra cloths lines inside and out to dry cloths. Throw in some cloths pegs too. Your rope can double duty as anchor rope if the rope they have in there boats is a little short for some spots you might want to anchor to fish. I also pack spare fishing net netting. Some anchors these bush camps have...if they even have anchors...won't hold a boat. Fill your spare netting with rocks..tie a rope to it...and you have an anchor. saved a few trips for me in the past. Enjoys your trip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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