At Your Service

This all started with a complete infatuation with fishing and hunting. Growing up in Sault Ste. Marie, surrounded by the Great Lake and many other water bodies, there was no shortage of fishing opportunities. Jason began to take this more seriously each year, often spending more time fishing than in class, which brought him into the guiding world. He attended the University of Waterloo and graduated with an MS in Biology, specializing in polar bears. This led to an amazing job as a biologist in Canada’s High Arctic, tagging walrus and whales and doing some wild fieldwork. But the outfitting world pulled him back. He took a guiding job at Scott and quickly moved into the office. This will be Jason’s 13th year as GM, and he’s recently become a part of the ownership group. He can’t imagine doing any other job and loves every minute of it. Most importantly, he enjoys all the people he spends the summer with, guests and staff, who are simply amazing. Between seasons Jason, Amelia and their pups are based in Water Valley, AB, where he enjoys fishing, and spending time outdoors exploring Canada and as many other countries as possible.

In 2007, his first season guiding at Scott, the other guides noticed how careful Steve was around the rocky areas of the lake. Someone, probably Biff, said “it looked like he was driving through a school zone”. The nickname stuck, but Steve now knows the lake cold and keeps things moving. He always delivers in the fish department. Like most Scott guides, Steve’s outdoor life began early around his Crescent Lake, Saskatchewan home. As he recalls he was “constantly hunting and fishing”. Going into guiding was as natural to him as setting a hook. For six years he did the tough kind of guiding—extremely remote trips for sheep, caribou, grizzly, all the big stuff in the northern edge on the Yukon. Steve now runs a hunting outfitting business in a vast watershed in a remote corner of British Columbia. When the going gets tough, Steve is just getting started.

Jordan is originally from southern Alberta, where she grew up on a ranch and developed a deep appreciation for wide-open spaces and life far from the noise of the city. Being in the middle of nowhere isn’t new to her — it’s where she feels most at home. Jordan now resides just outside of Nipawin, SK. She’s excited to be part of the team at Scott this season and to experience island life in the far north. Jordan enjoys creating welcoming spaces and connecting with guests, and values the sense of community that comes from working and living in a remote setting. Outside of work, she can be found hiking, camping, snowboarding, or paddle boarding — happiest anywhere outdoors. She also loves adventuring with her dog, Thor, who keeps her ready for the next trail. Jordan is looking forward to long summer days and sharing the magic of Scott Lake with guests and staff.

This will be Ben’s first year working at SLL on the Maintenance Team, but he has been working as a carpenter for much of his life. Ben completed his red seal at just 23. Ben had been working for his family business for years when he decided to buy the company in 2017 and successfully maintained the high standards his father had set for several more years. Ben decided to pursue a new path and venture into seasonal lodge work. We are happy to have Ben join the Scott Lake team this season. When he isn’t working, Ben and his partner enjoy camping and hiking with their dog.

Born in Antigua & Barbuda, Chef O’Shea Dunning was raised in a family that loved cooking. He developed a passion for cooking by watching, helping, and learning alongside his mother. He attended Antigua and Barbuda Hospitality Institute, where he studied hospitality management with a focus on culinary arts. Chef O’Shea moved permanently to Canada in 2016 to be with his family. His career highlights include positions at Canadian Brewhouse, Corporate Chef and Executive Chef at Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo, Alberta. Prior experiences include work in the British Virgin Islands, opening a new Plantation Hotel in Bequia, and as Executive Chef at the Sandals Resorts International in Antigua. His vision is always to create an atmosphere where his team enjoys their work while improving their culinary knowledge. He leads by always having a customer service focus and his cooking reflects his constant inspiration. Chef O’Shea enjoys working around his home, planting crops, camping, and flying drones. You may catch him saying a quote he’s known for: “living the dream”!

Born in Saint Bruno Quebec, Ryan moved to Ontario at a young age. His mother had him pick a recipe once a week, taught him how to read and prepare that recipe for the family meal. Ryan attended the Culinary Management program at George Brown College and apprenticed at several Toronto restaurants. Lodge life is nothing new to Ryan, as he has been a personal chef for the past 7 years, cooking for owners, families, guests, and staff at several hunting and fishing lodges including Miramichi Inn in New Brunswick and Four Nature Resort on the Miramichi River. Ryan will be returning to Wild Wings Lodge Association on Wolfe Island in Kingston, ON after his season at Scott. He enjoys preparing wild game such as Blue Bill, Mallard, Green Teal ducks, as well as Woodcock and Grouse. He is committed to developing delicious dishes with creativity and excellence. Ryan is looking forward to working with the staff at Scott and meeting the wonderful guests joining them on the 60th parallel.

This will be Sierra’s third year at Scott, calling the north part of her home. After graduating from McMaster University with a Bachelor’s in Anthropology & History, she’s been fulfilling her travelling dreams anywhere and everywhere she can. Visiting Nuggs with her dad in Nicaragua was a top-tier experience for her this year. Some other highlights included hiking volcanoes in Guatemala, road tripping through the Yukon Territory, and backpacking around Scotland. Focusing on physical fitness and nutrition is still a major part of Sierra’s life, even when travelling. She recently added yoga to the mix, practicing wherever she can. Sierra can be spotted all around the island, eagerly waiting to hear about your adventures from the year.

This will be Emily’s second season in the kitchen at Scott. Emily has been working in the food service industry since she was 15 and has loved everything about it. Emily graduated from the Pastry Arts Program at Holland College in PEI. She is working towards her red seal and aspires to teach ESL in the off season. In her free-time, Emily enjoys camping with her partner and their rescue dog, Titus. We are excited to have her light up the kitchen with some of her favourite pastries and plates.

Born and raised in Nelson, a small town in BC, Lindsey spent her early twenties working and travelling as much as possible – eventually returning to school to complete a Bachelor of Arts degree, majoring in Sociology. Her love of adventure and the outdoors pulled her into lodge life, where she relishes the opportunity to explore new and beautiful places, and meet interesting people. She is a lover of spending time outdoors; gardening, camping, hiking in the summer and cross-country skiing or snowshoeing in the winter. When she’s not working – either at home or at Scott Lake – she can be found reading a good book or out on the lake kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding – or now, fishing.

Race was born and raised around Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. From a young age, he spent as much time outdoors as possible and quickly grew attached to that lifestyle. Whether fishing from the boat in the summer, ice fishing in the winter, quadding, snowmobiling, hiking, or camping, being outside has always been his passion. Growing up, Race was also very involved in sports, with football being his favourite. Race has spent every summer at Wollaston Lake Lodge, gaining experience with lodge life and living and working in the bush. That experience helped create his love for guiding, fishing, and the lifestyle he wants to continue for a long time. His goal is to build a career as a firefighter while guiding during the summers, combining his passion for the outdoors with a job that keeps him challenged and active. Race is excited for the opportunity to start the next chapter of his journey at Scott Lake Lodge.

Petra is a Registered Massage Therapist with over 2,200 hours of formal training and nearly two decades in practice. She brings over 7 years of experience working at a remote Canadian wilderness lodge, supporting guests seeking recovery and restoration in an immersive natural environment. With years of experience and a finely tuned sense of observation, Petra quickly understands what a body is asking for and responds with focused, effective care. Clients often describe the experience as less of a traditional massage and more of a recalibration—leaving them feeling reset and noticeably different. A Saskatchewan native, Petra is a proud mother deeply connected to her two boys. She values her friendships and the long-standing relationships she has built with her clients. She shares her home with her two boys, two dogs, and a cat—a life that keeps her grounded and grateful. If she could do anything, she would walk around the world.

Anderson grew up in a small lakeside village in Saskatchewan called Regina Beach, where being outside is a big part of life. Fishing has always been his biggest obsession. Some of his best memories are early mornings on the lake chasing world-class walleye with his Dad. After the fishing season ends, Anderson spends the fall helping hunt waterfowl, where he is working to become a guide himself. Last year he caught what seems like the common travel bug and toured through many countries in Southeast Asia. Anderson looks forward to his second season on the maintenance team at Scott Lake, where he takes pride in teamwork and in keeping everything running smoothly.

Hannah was born and raised on Vancouver Island, where you can ski, surf, fish and hike in one day (if you really wanted to). This allowed her to grow a true appreciation for the beauty of nature and the Canadian wilderness from a very young age. She travelled quite a bit with her family, including living on a sailboat in the Sea of Cortez, in Mexico for 6 months. However her favourite place to visit remains Newfoundland. Hannah has spent the past four years pursuing a Bachelor of Commerce from McGill University in Montreal (which is a perfect fit for a die hard Montreal Canadiens fan) and is still working hard at finishing her degree. Hannah spent last summer working at a remote luxury lodge off of Vancouver Island, where she fell in love with the lifestyle and community of lodge work. She is excited to embark on her first season at Scott.

Jackie is no stranger to Scott Lake but last season took on a new role. She started her adventure at Scott back in 2015 on the hospitality team. Since then, Jackie has been pursuing education in Medical Massage Therapy and running her own business in Nipawin, building her skills as an RMT. After dipping her toes into maintenance work last summer, she has decided to shift gears and join the maintenance team this season. Jackie’s strong work ethic stems from her family-owned outfitting business. In the off season when not working, Jackie can be found outside guiding whitetail in the fall, running her trapline in the winter and doing as much sewing and canning she can fit in between. She looks forward to seeing so many familiar faces and helping to keep the island running smoothly this summer.