NWO fishing is fun and enjoyable

Eric Rude
N.R.A.C. Vice Chair

Fishing in Northwestern Ontario is an exhilarating and fun experience. Not only are you fortunate to face the fishing adventures that accompany being out on the water, but you are also given the opportunity to view Northwestern Ontario’s beautiful outdoors. The Rainy River District is well known for astonishing landscape, its pristine lakes, rivers ... These waters are the home for at least 56 different types of fish - walleye being the top choice of catch for both resident and non-resident anglers.
Fishing is a relaxing activity that can be enjoyed by recreational minded people of all ages. Due to the numerous water bodies located throughout Northwestern Ontario a day of fishing is easily accessible. While many people in the Rainy River District do not take advantage of what is easily within their reach - others will travel great distances to experience these fishing and outdoor opportunities.
The fishery in Northwestern Ontario is very beneficial to the economy. The dollar value generated through tourists that are attracted to the lakes every year is enormous. Tourist camps take pride in the ongoing flow of guests and communities prosper with their yearly fishing tournaments.
During the past times much discussion occurred regarding the sustainability and conservation of fishing due to the drastic decline in walleye populations on Rainy Lake. A few years ago efforts were brought forth to maintain the population by introducing the catch and release concept, controversial regulation changes, and by lowering the daily possession limits. It has been confirmed that these conservation efforts are working and the walleye population on Rainy Lake is becoming healthier.
Fishing can be a family activity, a solo endeavor, or an enjoyable time with friends. Remember to bring your sunscreen, insect repellent and, of course, your life preserver.
Fishing is fun. Enjoy yourself!
In closing, anyone whether you are in the tourism business or a user of our natural resources, anyone can use N.R.A.C. as a tool to bring forth concerns or suggestions to the M.N.R. regarding Ontario’s natural resources and the management of them.
An informational brochure explaining more about N.R.A.C and how to contact any of its members can be obtained at the M.N.R offices in Fort Frances and Atikokan or any municipal office in the area. N.R.A.C. members are: Chairperson, Andrew Moulton, Vice Chair, Eric Rude, Shawn O’Donnell, Lawrence Eustace, Alan Lowe, Al Holt, John Amundsen, Don Dickson, Dale Kaemnigh, Charlie Morken, Henriette Verhoef, Dawn Helseth-Kroeker.