Smallmouth Bass

Kim Stilson holding a French River Smallmouth Bass

Hooked on the River: Smallmouth Bass Fishing Secrets

Looking for a thrilling and rewarding fishing experience? Fishing rivers for Smallmouth Bass will have you experience some of the most beautiful and diverse rivers in the world!  Image fishing places with picturesque clear cool water falling and tumbling over ancient granite rocks. Swirls and eddies over rock rubble bottom provide an excellent habit for …

Hooked on the River: Smallmouth Bass Fishing Secrets Read More »

Comparison image of differences between Bass and Walleye.

Walleye vs Bass: Which Fish is the Catch of the Day?

Walleye and Bass are two of the most popular freshwater fish in North America. Both are prized for their fighting ability, their delicious taste, and their abundance in many lakes and rivers.  But which one is better?  This question has sparked many debates among anglers. In this article, we will compare these two fish species. …

Walleye vs Bass: Which Fish is the Catch of the Day? Read More »

Fall River Fishing Tips for Largemouth Bass 

Fall is a fantastic time to fish in many of Ontario’s rivers, especially the French River Delta. You don’t have to be a professional to catch trophy Largemouth Bass at this time of year! For over 30 years, we’ve witnessed many guests catch bigger bass on the French River, especially during our shoulder seasons.  Below …

Fall River Fishing Tips for Largemouth Bass  Read More »

How To Properly Hold & Release Fish

Canada has held a long tradition of conservation. It first started with First Nations (Native Americans). Next, was the movement of university-trained foresters and industry leaders near the end of the 19th century. The work of “Canada’s first celebrity conservationist”, Jack Miner, led to the Canada-US Convention Protecting Migratory Birds. This paved the way for future conservationists …

How To Properly Hold & Release Fish Read More »

Largemouth vs Smallmouth Bass: A River Between Two Fishes

Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass are North America’s two favourite sunfish and are among the most popular freshwater game fish. Many fishing tournaments occur annually, along with many fishing shows and of course the amazing destinations you can go fishing for them. Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass are popular for many reasons and among many more anglers. …

Largemouth vs Smallmouth Bass: A River Between Two Fishes Read More »

How Do You Select a Good Bass Fishing Rod?

Selecting the right bass fishing rod will help you be a better angler. The fishing rod is one of the most important tools for catching and landing bass. The fishing rod is the foundation of your entire angling setup and can influence your choices in bass baits. In some regard, fishing can be similar to …

How Do You Select a Good Bass Fishing Rod? Read More »

Experience Fishing French River

Would you like to Experience Fishing?  Did you know that Bear’s Den Lodge is a pilot site for this exciting program to help educate “women, children and new Canadians”?  What about adults, yes, we will also teach adults. The pilot program was launched in the French River under the French River Resorts Association with hopes …

Experience Fishing French River Read More »

Five Tips for French River Bass Fishing

With higher waters this season on the French River Delta, many guests who have an interest in bass fishing have been asking where to go and how to fish these waters in Northern Ontario. Here’s our quick and dirty five tips and tricks for both Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass:   Spinnerbaits are hard to beat. …

Five Tips for French River Bass Fishing Read More »