September was filled with some great fishing days, and the weather really cooperated for the most part. We had some really warm days! We almost should’ve called this newsletter “September Leg Days” because so many people were rocking shorts well into the month. Talk about fall feeling a little more like summer!

As for the fishing, the quality of the fish this month was absolutely superb. Whether anglers were jigging or trolling, the walleyes, bass, and pike were really biting. The bite was strong and steady, showing just how active fish get as the season shifts. It was an amazing time on the water for everyone fishing!

Caribou Falls Landing

Caribou Falls Landing saw lots of fishermen this month. Lots and lots of familiar faces which we love to see! The kids are back in school, but the fish are always in school-haha! It was a fun month! We had a few groups that range back 30-40 years with Halley’s Camps-that’s a long time! We had Tom’s family group and friends come up and fish their traditional fishing trip at Caribou Falls Landing. Their group is always full of fun camaraderie but a saddened that their dad couldn’t make the trip this year.

September this year seemed to have more corporate groups getting their fishing in before summer ends-and the fishing did not disappoint. The biggest smallmouth was 19.5″, the pike was 40″, and the walleye was 29″ caught from guests staying at the landing. One of our new groups at Dufault’s Island loved the new cabin and the fishing-they were adventurous too-went in almost every direction trying new waters and had fabulous fishing.

Here is a picture of some fishing boats going out for the day from Caribou Falls Landing.

September hunting report for Jim!

September was a month full of action at our camp – not just with fishermen, but also with hunters! One special hunter took on a combined adventure: first, a bear hunt at Caribou Falls Landing, followed by a moose hunt at one of our remote tent camps 150 miles north. This is one of our most secluded moose hunt locations, offering plenty of wilderness and serenity. We’re thrilled to share that Jim had an amazing trip, bagging a bear early on and then capping it off with a bull moose on the final day of his hunt. Talk about a happy hunter!

Kettle Falls Lodge

The fishing was stellar this month!! We had many return customers and some new fishermen as well. Everyone was hooking into the fish this month!  Mic and his nephew fished with us again this year and look at their photos!! The fishing was amazing! The fall colors on the river were so beautiful with the orange and bright yellow leaves. Here are some true testimonials from customers about their stay at Kettle Falls Lodge this month:

From our guest Mike that stayed with us in September:

Fathers day 2025 I gifted my son in-law Colton a fishing adventure at Halley’s Camp. I waited a long time to have an epic fly-in fishing trip. From the moment we arrived at the dock the staff was amazing, really friendly and accommodating. At 2:30pm the adventure started we jumped on the float plane and we were on our way to Kettle Falls Lodge. As soon as we arrived the staff was ready and everything was taken care of with smiles as they showed us around. Our cabin was really nice with all the amenities you would want. We walked down to the dock and I tossed a line in and immediately hooked a 20″ pike. I knew right then we were in for a great trip. The fishing was the best fresh water fishing I have ever had in my life. One monster fish after another as the days went on. Our guide Joe was always putting us on the fish and he truly loved what he was doing. Shoreline lunches with fresh caught fish and all the sides you could eat. My son Colton caught the biggest fish of the trip 45.5″ Northern Pike, amazing effort on a 5′ Ugly Stick rod. We loved every minute of this trip from the staff, food, equipment, lodgings and the fishing it was all amazing!! We had Northern Lights on our last night just to make it all complete, many thanks to the staff of Halley’s you were fantastic, we are already planning our next trip!

Cheers, Michael & Colton

Another Happy Group at Kettle Falls wrote and sent pictures:

Subject: Thank You for an Unforgettable Experience at Halley’s Camps

Dear Lisa (manager) and Team,

We wanted to extend our heartfelt gratitude for making our trip to Haley’s Camp in Kettle Falls an incredibly memorable experience. Your hospitality and the outstanding accommodations surpassed our expectations.

Lisa, you and your staff were simply amazing. Your attention to detail and warm, welcoming attitude made us feel right at home. The fishing was phenomenal—we were thrilled to catch nine trophy fish during our stay, which truly made the trip unforgettable.

Attached are some of the highlights from our adventure. We hope you enjoy them as much as we enjoyed creating these memories.

I cannot forget to mention the great job JR our guide did for us. A true professional in his field and a credit to Kettle Falls.

Thank you once again for the amazing experience.

Bob, Charles, and Mark

Halley’s Outposts-TRM is the abbreviation as we call it-Trapline Lake Outpost, Rex Lake Outpost and Moosehorn Lake Outpost

Trapline Lake welcomed the Davis group-some of the guys have been coming to Halley’s Camps for quite a few trips. I laugh as I had to take a picture of their tackle box when we were at Trapline dropping off ice and supplies. Here is one of their tackle boxes-notice it is not used for spices-pretty clever!

The Davis group has lots of fishing spots up their sleeves from many, many moons of fishing Trapline and their fishing was incredible. Walleye, trout, and northern pike!! Check out Jeff’s fishing photos:

Aside from the fishing, one of the highlights of the trip was the stunning aurora borealis. The northern skies were ablaze and would dance across the sky with vibrant green, yellow oranges, purples, and pinks, creating a breathtaking backdrop as the group gathered by the lake each evening.

An Epic Journey to the North – A Long-Awaited Fishing Adventure

This September, we had the distinct pleasure of welcoming a special group of guests to Trapline Lake Outpost, a group of 11 family and friends who had been waiting since 2020 for their long-awaited fishing adventure in the north. Their patience, built on 5 years of anticipation, truly paid off as they arrived in the beauty of northern Ontario to find fish the world-class fishing that Halley’s Camps Trapline Lake Outpost is known for.

The group was in for an unforgettable time. The waters of Trapline Lake are teeming with big walleyes and northern pike, and it didn’t take long for the guests to start reeling in some incredible catches. Whether it was the sheer joy of fishing together, the thrill of reeling in a big walleye or pike, or simply soaking in the peacefulness of the wilderness, this was an experience none of them would soon forget. We feel privileged to have been a part of their long-awaited adventure, and we’re looking forward to welcoming them back in the future.

 Rex Lake

Our very seasoned moose hunting group, Mike and the boys, were off to hunt the end of September! Their gear ready, groceries packed, their bow and arrows aligned, we wish them luck at getting some moose! Stay tuned in the October newsletter for their moose hunting results!!

We want to see your photos!

We’ve been receiving some amazing fishing photos from many of you. We know how much everyone loves seeing photos in the newsletters, and we’re thrilled to showcase them. Some of you have sent in pictures even after the newsletters have gone out, and we’re so grateful for that. We appreciate your patience, as sometimes life gets busy for everyone and we want to include as many photos as we can from each month of fishing at each lodge/outpost camp, and it may take a little longer than expected to get photos and everything together. Please keep sending in your photos – we love seeing your fishing adventures through your eyes! When you send them, don’t forget to include the month, the lodging location, and the group you were fishing with. These little details help us tell your story and share the joy of your experience with the rest of the community.

Thank you again for being a part of our unforgettable season!