Catching the Good Life in the Canadian Wilderness

Good Morning Happy Campers! Lookie here, what do we have, a NSIT! For so long we have waited and now it has come! Decidedly so, the decision was complete after much discussion and the 3 year bit is final. So many will be very alarmed but the eyes will shine clear and do their best to TCB. Big changes are coming to the region, one can only say just wait and see what transpires!

Most snow is gone, Caribou have started their northward trek to the tundra. One thinks they will be able to cross the Albany before ice off, but if they don’t they have their life jackets to help them. When the herd of 43 left the area a bit ago, they were very healthy from little snow depth which allowed them to put on much needed energy fat to help them on their trek. Anyone wanting to view the 11 crossing, stay tuned as Alfonse will be the contact. I spoke to Alfonse this morning and it should not be long, but the barricades are ready to shut down 11 when the HH(Hillsport Herd), makes their way north. Once they cross 11, they can not be viewed unless you have a plane to fly north with the following exception.

It should be noted that the Pagwa railway is a stopping point for HH, and with fresh greens and Parsnips, they make linger for awhile at that point, time will tell. Now to the nitty gritty.

Sadly a couple of Bear hunters had to bow out of the Spring adventure due to health issues, so if you are looking for an adventure of a lifetime, get hold of me to discuss this opportunity.

I have 1 spot for a small fishing crew in later July, otherwise not much space left, especially with the NSIT coming very, very soon, so whatcha waiting for, Come and Catch the Good Life with us at Happy Camp Ontario!!

Hello from sun splashed Happy Camp near the shores of White Slaughter lake. While the wind blows, the trees sway, it does not take Rocket Science to figure this out. Steady traffic to and from the lake well into the dark hours. Last night the last 2 trucks pulled out shortly before 9 p.m. If you have fished White Slaughter after dark, well there is no more issue for discussion is there!

I recently found out that the MNR again came and Gill netted the lake, the 3rd time since we have been at White Slaughter. There is no doubt they have taken way too many fish. Despite our pleas for shocking efforts and volunteers to help, the powers that be do not believe in that type of fish survey, they would rather, well you do the Math.

Magoo had an episode last night, so we have been laying low. But a while ago, we went to the lake for a walk on the edge, and alas, the Beach is full of trucks, sprinkled all over the lake. I can guarantee you that they certainly are NOT fishing Whitefish, very few know they even exist out there! The conservation mindset comes from within, certainly NOT Rocket Science to figure out why we have what we do.

It is up to YOU to make that decision or look in the mirror and ask yourself just WHY there are fewer and fewer fish. I challenge everyone to be honest with themselves, but hey guess what, that just is not in the cards today is it!

With that I bid you a good day, enjoy the sun, catch a few, how many will you let go for another day?

Good Morning Happy Campers! May I get a Drum roll please, thank you very much. I am writing to you from the lodge at HaPpY CaMp OnTaRiO near Hillsport. We have got settled and checking things out. There is quite a bit of snow in the area, but when you go south there is little. In fact, Magoo and I traveled to Marathon yesterday and almost nothing south of Manitouwadge, but hey that’s life.

Wildlife has been a minimum so far, a few birds passing by, so we have some bird feeders to put out and see what happens. I did see a woodpecker that has an orange bar on its head, so that needs to be figured out. White Otter is quiet except for the fisherman, never seems to have total peace. But alas, as there is a New Sheriff in town, a new day is dawning, time will tell how this is received. I did get on the ice the other afternoon for a couple hours. Plenty of ice and I did have the Trifecta, oddly a species I never caught here, but this fella sure will be tasty. I even got a recipe off the internet to try, time will tell, but usually fresh fish is good unless you leave the bones in, HA!

My right hand girl Magoo is doing the best she can in this snow. Crust on top and we both fall thru quite a bit, but the forecast is for warming starting today for most of the week. Highs to be around 50 for a few days, bring it baby! On my travels I have some news, I stopped at Aubrey’s and spoke to Gee the owner, and Rooster is getting along in town. In the next few days I will travel and visit with him. I know one thing, Rooster loved the bush and how he must miss the bush, maybe we can find a way to bring him back to his first love, White Otter? Anyone have ideas, we are all ears.

Interesting meetings last week, but all appear good, we are set to Bear hunt Spring of 2024! Actually all of our hunts will be on new land, as we lost access to the old area where there are now Caribou. As always, it will be an adventure, and special bear bait is stuffed all over Happy Camp just waiting for the Bears to come and eat! I do have a couple of spots open, so if you are interested in applying for a spot, email or call me today. Details are listed on the hunt section and we will start in May.

As Magoo and I walked the trail towards the lake Friday, it hit me. This is the first time we have been at Happy Camp since I lost my mother. During our years at HCO, Happy Camp grew on Mom. She would stay for a couple days, then a bunch. She spent time here fishing, enjoying nature, playing with the Polar Bears, but I think most of all felt a little closer to Dad. Dad never got the opportunity to be at Happy Camp with me, but I am sure he would have truly enjoyed the area and embraced all the adventures we have gone on and will go on, I miss each of them every day. Also, Sadie is no longer with us, and Magoo rests in Sadie’s bed as I write this.

For today, we will work on bird feeding, make some food and devise a plan on bear baiting this spring. I can tell you, the peaceful feeling that comes over me as I look into the wilderness is something that has been missing, perhaps for you too?

White Otter is calling and I must go is a very simple way of saying, It is good for the Soul! Come on up for a coffee, but call first because you never know where we will be on our next adventure!

Come on and Catch the Good Life with us at Happy Camp Ontario :))

Good afternoon Happy Campers! Winter has found its way to central Wisconsin for a few days. Sharp Cold front last night brought temps from almost 70 to single digits. Along with this, we got a little rain/snow which made a difficult trip to Magoo’s doctor for her Librella shot today! But never fear, Magoo and I made it all safe, even saw our first Tom Turkeys showing off their stuff on the trip!

Soon I am headed north to check things out for the late Winter. I hear the loggers are near our new BMA, so I shall get after this and see if we can check it out. As you know, the 2023 season was a debacle but on October 29th I was cleared. Holy heck all, Herk was just tying down his last Bike and headed out, so What’s up with That!! But alas, last week I was able to get into Manitoba and see the stars again. You know what, things just smell better north of the border, HA!

A Moose hunt chap found out I was headed up to HCO, asked me if I was going fishing and if I knew where to fish? To this I calmly replied, you know if I can get on the ice, there is good ice, no worries, we will catch fish. So we will not go hungry, but if we think it may happen, then we have backup, a jar of PB and a loaf of Bread. But alas, very seldom is the smell of SKUNK anywhere near me when the line is cast!

Bear hunt 2024 will start May 25 and run thru June 15, 2024. Cost is $1800 US per hunter per week, running Saturday thru Friday. I have a few spots open, if you are interested in applying, get hold of me now as I am headed to a show this weekend. Speaking of shows, sadly we will miss out on the Toronto Show this year as I was hoping to get there, check it out and have Magoo spread her cheer and wonder!!

Additionally, I am offering a Spring/Fall Bear hunt which is a first in the Industry. Contact me today for further details as these spots too are limited.

Speaking of Limited, fishing will be on the docket again, and we have a spot open in July, but after the 6th. I know the fishing is going to be great, anyone wanting to come help cache boats let me know. There will be bugs, there will be mud, sticks, but most of all it will be an adventure of a Lifetime. Plus I can already smell the BBQ cooking those steaks after eh cache as we sip a cold beverage in the porch, is there anything finer?

2024 looks to be a great year, give me a shout via phone or send me a message to get me updated on what is on your agenda! Take care and What you waiting for, Come and Catch the Good Life with us at Happy Camp Ontario!!!

Good Morning Happy Campers, hope you all are enjoying the Winter, or NOT! 23-24 Winter has been weird to say the least. Little snow and cold have led to many thoughts: Will Winter come later, will it dump us in May, have the Bear’s come out to play already, etc…..

Whatever is going on, we all know it is something, to me this is a continued signal that we need to help Mother Earth. She is warming too fast and is out of control. We all need to do all we can to take care of this precious world, if not, then what!

Bear Hunt will begin May 27, 2024, a new BMA will be a New Adventure. We have a few openings, so if you are interested, get hold of me asap.

Moose Season are as follows: Archery runs September 21-October 11. Rifle Starts October 12

We have limited openings for the Rifle Season, but have room for Archery hunts. Of Course this is dependent on the tag situation, time will tell what happens this year.

Excited to get up to the north in the near future. We hope that 2024 brings all of us together again and I hear Happy Camp Calling now, so What you waiting for, Come and Catch the Good Life with us at Happy Camp Ontario!

Happy New Year Happy Campers! As we usher in the New Year, we also usher in a New Era at Happy Camp. Soon we hope to unleash the animal in the far north and start Ice Fishing and adventures in the snow. From what we can tell, right now there is little snow, so Let’s go Hunting and Fishing!

So if you are hankering for a New adventure, shoot me an email or Call me today, let’s Chat!! What you waiting for, Come and Catch the Wild Life with us at Happy Camp Ontario!!

Good Morning and Happy Holidays! Just to let everyone know that we are looking for a few hunters to join us for the 1st Bear Hunt in our NEW BMA!! We are excited about this adventure to include Spring and Fall hunts to a small group of hunters.

We are about to embark on a journey like no other, to have the awesome opportunity to spend time in the far north in the Spring AND Fall is something special.

Want more information, shoot us a message or call me today!! There are Limited openings and only select hunters will be welcomed into Happy Camp Ontario!!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year and HEY whatcha waiting for, Come and Catch the Good Life with us at Happy Camp Ontario!!!

July 21, 2023, short and sweet, been rejected at the border for paperwork issues. No end in sight for the nightmare, if ANYONE can help with IRCC and the Employer Portal release of our application and GCKey reset, PLEASE call me asap in the USA.

June 22, 2023 still has me in Wisconsin. We have laid to rest a good guy in Tony Cecil. Tony always had a smile on his face for me and I remember making Maple Syrup with him and solving all the worlds problems. Tony, you were a good guy who left his mark in many places with Sara and Steve. Say hi to all of your brothers!

We celebrated Mom’s birthday without her yesterday. Time certainly does fly and it will soon be a year since Mom left us. Mom and Dad while you are gone, you are certainly not forgotten. Went to the Steak Fry in Clintonville, and walked around Honey Creek, not the same without either of you!

Magoo is getting along ok, we are so hopeful to get the arthritis meds soon as she labors much these days. As we walk I see the age in her eyes, remember all the great adventures we have had. I am praying that we have many more this year at Happy Camp chasing fish, Grouse, ducks and so much more.

I am planning on being up at Camp soon for a few months, although the Wilderness calls daily, its seems more comes up that just needs to get done. Soon I hope the stuff that needs to get done can get put behind us and head to Happy Camp Ontario.

I have some boats hauled up to Camp, but could use a hand if anyone wants to haul some and come up for a spell. We certainly can find a place for you to hang your hat and fishing pole, catch a few but most of all enjoy the fantastic Wilderness that Happy Camp Ontario has to offer! So if you got a hitch, wanna haul some boats, give me a shout and let’s talk!

Take care everyone, and remember Life is a Gift, Live Everyday as we Only have One Life!