December 2025
Whether you’re in the sun or bundling up in the snow, we hope your holidays are filled with joy, family, friends and good tidings!
Up on the 60th parallel, as winter tightens its grip, the lake disappears beneath snow and ice. The tiny village many of us call home during the summer settles into stillness. The bush goes quiet, the days grow short, and the only tracks are those left by wind and wildlife. It’s a time that reminds us why Scott Lake exists at all; a remote, wild refuge shaped by water, weather, and the rhythm of the seasons.
As winter settles in and the lake rests under ice and snow, we’re thinking about the moments that define a season at Scott: the quiet mornings on the water, the pull of a good fish, a cup of coffee in the lodge, and evenings sharing stories of the eventful days. These simple, meaningful moments are what make Scott Lake Lodge special, and they’re made even better by the people who come year after year.
2025 Photo Contest Winners
GRAND PRIZE: Josh Dreyfus – for the stunning capture of the Otter float plane at night, with the northern lights making for an epic and colourful background!! Unbelievable capture!
SECOND PLACE: Mike “Deadwater” Rogers – years into a longtime fishing partnership with Biff Piston, these two seem to never stop having fun. Here Mike is captured mimicking the face of this lake trout while wearing his extra special, personalized fishing sweatshirt!
THIRD PLACE: Tim Fierbaugh – Always great to see groups of family and friends come together for an adventure at Scott Lake. The Fierbaugh boys have been catching big fish with us for years, with the happy addition of the Benson family bringing their skills and big smiles to the table!
SPECIAL MENTION: Jason Ziegler – These photos of almost matching trophy trout are not only truly impressive, but they have a great story behind them. With their guide Graham, Jason and Laurie felt these big boys bite at the same time. A double header is always fun, but when there are two trophy lakers in the net at the same time, that makes for a standout memory.
Congratulations and a huge thank you to everyone who submitted photos. It’s always nearly impossible to narrow it down!
A Perfect Gift
Give them a gift they will never forget! A trip to Scott Lake Lodge is a gift like no other. Unbelievable fishing, first-class accommodations, exquisite dining, and unmatched customer service create an unforgettable experience. We are 95% full for 2026 but do have a few slots in prime weeks available. Now is the time to act! Call/text Jon at 306-209-7150 or send him an email right now. He will make sure your gift is the gift of the year.
See You Next Summer
Thank you for being part of the Scott Lake Lodge family. Whether you spent time with us this past season or have been part of our community for many years, we’re grateful for the trust, friendships, and memories we get to share in this remote corner of the North.
As we look ahead, we’re already dreaming of open water, rising fish, and welcoming faces back at the dock. We hope you’re doing the same. Until then, enjoy the time with loved ones, and know that Scott Lake will be waiting for you when the season turns again.
Wishing you a peaceful holiday season and a new year filled with adventure.
Happy Thanksgiving 2025
As the grocery stores fill up their main displays with pumpkin filling and gravy packets, the fall really does nestle its way into the year. Words of gratitude fill this holiday, and we want to be sure you know how much we appreciate you! From all of us at Scott Lake Lodge, we wish you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving.
colors of the spawn
With the mornings becoming frosty and crisp, it’s hard not to cherish those warm sunny days of this past summer. The far north brings all four seasons within May to September. The spring crew arrives, flying over hard lakes, ready for the chance of snow and wake up the lodge from the winter slumber. Within days, the ice begins to melt and the shift into rising temperatures welcome eager anglers ready to fish. The peak of summer boasts full trees, flourishing native flowers and the monster pike migrating into the bays. The height of the heat starts to bring resonance of the magic that is to come. The northern lights begin to fill the night sky in late July and dance us into the Fall; a favourite for many. The leaves turn, the vast sunsets come earlier and the trout appear in the shallow reefs, changing their fin colours to match the season: bright, vibrant shades of orange, red and yellow.
Sportshow Season 2026
The Scott Lake Lodge team will be heading down to Nashville this year, a first for us!
The Safari Club International will have their outdoor show from February 18 – 21. We are booth 3134 and would love to see both familiar and new faces.
Send Jon Wimpney a text (306) 209-7150 or email him if you’d like to get together while we are there.
Photo Contest: 2025 Season
The quality of a trip is hard to capture. However, we would like to share some of your photos or videos that capture your favourite memory of Scott Lake Lodge from this past season.
There are 3 ways to enter:
1. Email your photo to Jason
2. Post your photo on Facebook and tag us @scottlakelodge
3. Post your photo on Instagram and tag us @scottlakelodge
The contest will run from December 10-15, 2025. Our management team staff will vote to select the winner. The top prize is a $500 Scott Lake Lodge store credit to be used during your 2026 trip. Second place winner will receive a fishing tackle package and third place receives a Scott Lake hat.
Send us your best shot!
Non-Stop Angling
Check out this video made by Landon Marcinek with Non-Stop Angling. As you’ll see for yourself, his trip to Scott Lake in late July was full of exciting moments. Watch until the end for his fish of a lifetime!
Our *NEW* Mailing Address
Same folks, different address. If you are sending anything to our main office in Wisconsin, please use the following mailing address. If you need the street address, contact Shirley at 888-830-9525.
Scott Lake Lodge
PO Box 69
Tomahawk WI 54487
Top of the Fish List
With the change in season and the Christmas lights at arm’s reach, we can’t help but start thinking about the new year and what fish will be found up at Scott Lake. Our guest list is nearly complete for the 2026 season, and if you haven’t already, we hope to get your trip booked. Whether it be a gift under the tree or a long-awaited bucket list adventure, we have you covered. Our Sales Manager and Head Guide, Jon Wimpney, will help you get any dates and information for that trip to the 60th parallel. Send Jon a text (306) 209-7150 or email him to save your spot.
Stay Tuned
Be sure to keep an eye out on our blog and social media, as we will be partnering with The Wet Fly Swing Podcast and Tourism Saskatchewan as we have a HUGE GIVEAWAY starting this week. There will be some upcoming episodes of the podcast where we discuss flyfishing at Scott Lake Lodge; we will be sure to share those links as well.
It’s Time
Spring is on its way to the north. Watching the weather and following along with satellite imagery, the snow line is creeping south towards the 60th parallel. Excitement for the upcoming season hits a whole new level at this time of year.
We are one week out from our spring crew heading in via helicopter. We have some new fuel tanks coming in at that time as well. Spring will be busy on the island with construction in full swing to finish the new cabin (Otter) and major renovations on Loon cabin. Cabin deck improvements are on the agenda as well as some surprises to look for down by the waterfront. The list is long, but the group heading up is more than capable.
We’ve been on a journey to enhance the accommodations and amenities for each and every guest that visits our island. We’ve learned that each season brings feedback and new opportunities for improvement. Our process will never stop.
Who is Scott Lake Lodge?
Last summer we enlisted our friends at Launch Pad Creative to help us tell the story about this special place. We think this final video does a great job of conveying the passion our team has for Scott Lake Lodge. Check it out!
2025: It’s not too late
First, we need to say thank you to all of our guests. 2025 is a sell out and we are humbled and so grateful for your trust in us. We will be working tirelessly every day to deliver the best fishing trip you’ve ever had. While the books are full, we inevitably have some in-season cancellations. If your schedule is flexible and you want to get on our short list, contact Sales Manager Jon Wimpney (306-209-7150) There is still time to fish with us this season.
And never too early…
We’ve always offered our current season anglers the first opportunity to secure their week, cabin and guide for the next year. It’s an option that nearly 70% of our guests take advantage of. We also have an early wait list for 2026. At the end of each week, any un-booked spots for next season will be offered to those on the wait list. If your plans include a trip to Scott in 2026, now is the time to get those plans in motion. Get in touch with Jon to get on the list.
