Week 9 In Review: A Mixed Bag

Week 9 in Review: A Mixed Bag

Week to week up here at Scott Lake Lodge, you never quite know how things will play out. The weather will change, which affects fish behaviour, rain tests even the toughest Gore-Tex suits. Nothing, however, could dampen the spirits of our week 9 crew! They fished in the rain, they fished in the wind, under sunny skies, and shore lunched on the beaches. This group brought positive attitudes and fun right off the plane; we had a blast.

Our second group of anglers jumped on the plane on the first day to visit Tukto. The wild lake and the barren ground rivers were kind to the adventurers, yielding a pile of big grayling and trout. Bob and Suzanne Noble both got into some 19.5” Grayling set on track to the 100+ Club, as did Amber Lail, who hauled in a 42” trout.  Shanna Bohac waited until the very last day to tally her 100+ Club entry with a late Ggrayling…catching an early 47” pike got her rolling along to that lofty goal.  Patrick Denney landed another giant 47” pike to share the top pike honours this week.  A few 46” Pike were landed by some lucky anglers this week; Chuck Dannewtiz, Ron Spork and David Harris were happy to see these mega fish hit the nets.  Father-son team Dallas and Wade Clark had a wild day with three fish at 44.5” in the boat!  Trophy Triple caps were earned by Larry Bohac, Randy Lail, along with Mark and Cindy Bixler.

Many anglers plied the rapids of our northern rivers for Grayling, waders on, they tossed flies and spinners to coax these beautiful fighters to the bank. The iridescent purple and blues that shimmer in the sun are truly unique. Overall, our anglers landed 142 trophy-sized pike, trout, and grayling, making for a great week of fishing despite some varied weather conditions. On the island, our staff was on point, crafting amazing drinks and meals, and running a warm customer service program, which we take pride in. Laughs and cards were happening most evenings, we drank great wine, cheered on the anglers each evening and just had a blast.