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Roy Hoffman: Guide - Pride of the North
Born in Marathon, Ontario in 1959, Roy is the son of a miner/trapper, which is where his love of the outdoors began. He lived in Manitouwadge, Ontario and Manibridge, Manitoba before moving to Pickle Lake in 1977. more »
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Mike Del Vecchio: Guide
Mike's love of the outdoors and fishing began as a young boy through yearly camping trips in Northern Ontario with his father and friends. He jumped at the opportunity to work at the Old Post and Village in the spring of 2003, working as a dock boy. He wasn't at camp long before he had his sights set on guiding and quickly began to learn the tools of the trade. Mike has now been guiding for 6 years. He has developed a deep understanding of the fish habitat on lake St. Joe. Mike 's passion for fishing can be felt each morning when he sets off on the lake to find the "big one". He takes pride in delivering excitement and zest to each individual fisherman whether they are out to fish the masses of walleye or hook that trophy pike. more »
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Click Here to Read Mike's Undergraduate Thesis |
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Jonathan Grace : Guide
The Mystery of Lake St Joseph - My life, My Story
I was only a year old when my parents had the vision to rebuild the Hudson Bay trading post on Lake St Joseph. This cultural and historically significant property was to be transformed into a state of the art, conservation focused fishing resort named The Old Post and Village. Thus began the journey for me
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Reed Froklage: Guide
Guide : Reed Froklage
I come from a family of five living in Strathroy, Ontario. My passion for the outdoors originated through the many trips to different locations in Canada with my parents John and Carolyn Froklage. I am fascinated with nature and the outdoors, specifically fishing which has always been one of my obsessions. MORE>>
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Click Here for Reed's Article On Targeting Pike |
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Shawn Fishback: Guide
How Shawn Came to Love Fishing...
I was born and raised in a small town in Southern Ontario called New Hamburg. I have a family of four, myself a younger sister and my parents. My love of fishing started at a young age of 8 months old when I went on my first fishing trip with my dad Bill and my mom Joanne Fishback. Since then I have been hooked on catching fish with my dad in tow. I live an hour from 3 great lakes (Ontario, Huron and Erie) and have fished all three as much as I can. I also fish smaller lakes around my home for pike, bass and perch and have annual trips to northern lakes for walleye or lake trout. My real passion for fishing comes in catching trophy fish to brag about to whoever I can. I am currently a student at Conestoga College. I am in my second year of a two year program for business. After this I hope to find a job and start saving up for my own charter boat and business. When I am not in school I work at a retail fishing store and at the local arena sharpening skates. I am entering my third ear at the Old Post and I look forward to this one the most because they keep getting better!!
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New! Cook it yourself
• Lake St.Joseph Shore Lunch Chowder • click here
Scroll down to see our shore lunch menu...
Whether you're looking for an expedition down the lake in search of monster pike, or if you just want to learn the local hot spots and enjoy a relaxing shore lunch, our friendly and knowledgeable guides will plan the day in accordance with the expectations and wishes of your group.
A typical guided day begins with departure from the Old Post at approximately 8:00 am after discussing your fishing strategy for the day with your guide. Once your destination has been determined, you will begin your journey down pristine Lake St. Joseph. Upon arrival, your guide will gather the group and explain the area that you will be fishing, as well as answer any questions that your group may have. By the time the Northern fresh air has peaked your appetite and the fish have worn out your arms, there is no doubt that you will have caught plenty of walleye for your guide to prepare for shore lunch.
Your guide will choose an unspoiled location where you can take a rest and enjoy a hearty, home-cooked meal expertly prepared over an open wood fire. Although your shore lunch menu will vary from day-to-day, a typical example would be as follows: Wild Rice Stir-Fry
- locally harvested wild-rice with sautéed mushrooms and onions, stir-fried with soya sauce and spices
Freshly caught, deep-fried walleye
- fresh walleye filets battered in flour, cornflake crumbs and spices, deep-fried in vegetable oil until golden brown
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Freshly caught, poached walleye
- fresh walleye filets poached over a bed of sautéed mushrooms and onions seasoned with our unique blend of spices
Baked Beans
Once your hunger is satisfied and the group is ready to carry on, we will return to the water for an afternoon planned around your expectations before returning to camp in time for dinner.
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