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Spend five hours fishing Lake Simcoe with a local guide on a fully equipped Alumacraft boat—live sonar, rods, live bait and a catch guarantee make this a productive smallmouth and perch outing. Read on for what to expect and how to prepare.
Spend five hours fishing Lake Simcoe with a local guide on a fully equipped Alumacraft boat—live sonar, rods, live bait and a catch guarantee make this a productive smallmouth and perch outing. Read on for what to expect and how to prepare.
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Operated by Wood Angling · Barrie, Ontario
A cool wind threads across Kempenfelt Bay as the Alumacraft motor cuts the glassy surface and the guide trims the engine—Lake Simcoe opens like a map of drop-offs and shoals daring you to find its fish. By late morning the sun lifts the mist and schools of smallmouth flash along rocky edges; the boat sits low and ready, rods rigged, live sonar humming beneath the bow.
easy.
5 hours.
Minimal aerobic fitness required; ability to sit and perform basic casting and netting tasks for the trip duration.
The trip focuses on trophy smallmouth bass and yellow perch—techniques and location choice aim to maximize encounters with those species.
Yes—the operator supplies an 18-foot Alumacraft with a 150HP motor, rods/reels for left- and right-handed anglers, lures and live bait, and life jackets.
The guide service offers a catch guarantee—ask at booking for the exact terms, including any requirements for rebooking or refund.
Absolutely—trips are suitable for all fitness levels; the guide will coach casting, hook sets, and safety on board.
Lake Simcoe’s shores were traditionally fished and traveled by Anishinaabe and Wendat peoples; commercial and recreational fishing expanded in the 19th century alongside cottage development.
Invasive species and nutrient runoff affect Lake Simcoe—practicing clean-boat protocols and selective catch-and-release helps protect the fishery.
Wood Angling operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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