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Spend a crisp morning on Great Slave Lake: jig fish inside warm tents or a cabin, help with a traditional net pull, and eat freshly fried local fish on the ice. This Yellowknife day trip pairs practical instruction with a true northern winter experience.
Spend a crisp morning on Great Slave Lake: jig fish inside warm tents or a cabin, help with a traditional net pull, and eat freshly fried local fish on the ice. This Yellowknife day trip pairs practical instruction with a true northern winter experience.
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Operated by Destination NWT Ltd. · Yellowknife, Northwest Territories
The morning air tastes like metal and cedar as you step from the transfer vehicle onto the frozen expanse of Great Slave Lake. A row of warm tents and a low, wood-sided cabin sit against the white horizon; steam rises where fish are being fried on the ice and the wind keeps score.
easy.
3–4 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels—minimal hiking required but ability to stand and move on uneven ice recommended.
No—this trip is suitable for beginners; guides provide instruction on jigging and supervised net pulls.
Tours can be canceled for unsafe ice or severe weather; cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund per operator policy.
Some operators offer winter boot rentals onsite, but bringing your own well-broken-in insulated boots is recommended.
Children can usually participate if accompanied by adults; check with the operator about age limits and supervision requirements.
The Dene and other First Nations have long fished Great Slave Lake; modern commercial and guided fishing grew with Yellowknife’s mid-20th-century expansion.
Operators follow local guidelines for sustainable catch and release practices and minimize engine and fuel use on the ice; respect waste rules and fish-handling guidance.
Destination NWT Ltd. operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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