What's Happening at Halley's

Our last guests of our season in 2025 stayed with us in October for our moose hunts.

We had some excellent moose hunts this month. We had 2 of our moose hunts going on and on Mike’s group, our unguided group, had successfully taken one moose. There were some very windy conditions but were still able to move around and get their opportunity! Congrats to them!!

Our other group of guided moose hunts were very successful-3 out of the 4 hunters got their bull moose! Gene and Mike were their guides for this hunt and Luca was also assisting with the hunt as well. Many of the Kettle Falls guests from this summer would recognize Mike and Luca and what an exciting way to finish the year!! And Gene-well most of you all know Gene-which then you will know that he loves going out guiding for moose hunters in the bush! The hunters were all extremely happy!

Chris, Jonny, Gene, Lisa, Mike and others went out moose hunting personally and Lisa shot her bull!

Canadian Thanksgiving

Our Thanksgiving was on October 13, over a month earlier than that of the American Thanksgiving. We try and take the time to be thankful for our family which is always our #1 and our guests/fishermen who choose us as their fishing destination. And huge shout out to all of our staff for all their hard work and hands on creating fantastic fishing opportunities for all! This is a group of Kettle Falls staff as they are heading out for the season after working for 4 months at the lodge-fishing guides, bartender, photographer, retail sales, manager, and lodge maintenance-they all come together to work and it was great having them. There are so many other staff that deserve a shout out as well and we appreciate everyone of them!

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!

At the end of August, we can’t help but smile at what an unforgettable month it has been here at Halley’s Camps. With warm, steady sunshine, calm waters, and some stellar fishing, this was one for the record books. Whether you visited for a long weekend or settled in for a full-week stay, we hope the memories you made will carry you into the cooler months ahead. Fishing with live entertainment on the other end of your line, shore lunches, laughs, commentaries, jokes, comradery, spoons, jigs, suntan lotion, minnows, leeches, brimmed hats-there are many parts to a fishing trip! Let the count down to next year’s trip begin!

A Stellar Month for Fish Catches

The weather was perfect; the fishing was downright phenomenal. Across the board as we look at the walleye, northern pike, bass, and lake trout fishing our guests reported consistent action and impressive size.

Walleye were especially lively this month, favoring mid-lake humps and 15–22 feet of water. Several groups experienced some fantastic fishing mornings and our guides counted more trophy-class catches than we’ve logged in recent summers-with quite a few being caught in the afternoon. Live bait with jigs took the spotlight early in the month and by the end of the month it was spoons and rattle traps.

Smallmouth bass produced some of the biggest smiles from guests. Many fish pushed the 18–20 inch mark, with several hooking bass over 20”. Topwater lures, especially in the cooler hours of dawn and dusk, turned quiet mornings into explosive action.

Northern pike kept everyone on their toes, especially those venturing into the weed edges. A few lucky anglers went home with stories of “the one that got away”—including an estimated 40+ inch pike that snapped a leader right at the boat. It’s still out there!

Caribou Falls Landing

It was a busy August with lots of fishermen which is always good to see! Looking at the docks full of boats in the evening and the decks full of people taking in the cool evening temperatures is a sight to see! We had a couple of groups that had already visited us once this summer return to fish in August. They had such great fishing. Bruce and Blaine, twins, came up again and proved over and over again that they still go it in the fishing department! Mike came back with a second fishing gang as well and their group had stellar fishing too with Mike himself registering 6 trophies himself and not including the other trophies that were caught by other guys in the boat!! Cannot wait to see what the fishing is like in September!!

Kettle Falls Lodge

It was a busy August for us at Kettle Falls this month-lots of fish tails, pictures, shore lunches, soaring eagles and beautiful sunrises.

Russ, Don, Eric & Tom had an excellent 4 days fishing at Kettle Falls, their guide, Dan, netted Don a 40″ northern pike on day 1. The remainder of the trip saw Russ get his trifecta 27″ walleye, a 38″ northern and a 19″ smallmouth bass. A notable mention goes out to Eric who caught the biggest fish of the trip with his 40.25″ northern just ahead of Don’s catch. 

We had Brian and his crew come and fish again at Kettle Falls and it was great to have them back. Check out Brian and Zack with their double smallmouth bass! Everyone had some good fishing times!!

Al, a very seasoned Halley’s Camps guest, has been coming up annually for 3 years with his family. Al has fished for over a decade coming and fishing with friend/s at Caribou, One Man and has been for the last 3 years at Kettle Falls. Again, they have such amazing fishing-they always book the last week of August into September to come fishing. Who says that the fish turn off at the end of summer?!? Definitely not Al!! Check out a couple of their photos from this year’s fishing trip!

One Man Lake Lodge

We had some very memorable faces this summer with Gabe and his fishing crew-they come from California to fish with us every year. Dale caught this massive 42.5” northern pike that was really feisty! Joe and his son Joe, the Joe Fishing Team, were with us in June. Now Joe Sr visited us for the second time this summer at One Man with his fishing buddy, Dan. They fished for Lake Trout again and wowza!!This was something completely new for them and they were able to catch some tasty white fish too that we were able to smoke for them-tasted so good!!

Jon and Keith, brothers, always fish with us in June but due to the fires, they came and fished in August. They proved that the fishing is good through all the months!! They love their smallmouth bass and walleye fishing. Jon is coming up in a couple of weeks with his wife to Kettle Falls Lodge!

Rex Lake Outposts

August at Rex Lake Outpost means one thing—prime fishing, great company, and unforgettable memories. In August  we’re thrilled to welcome back a familiar crew of five from Missouri, one of them proudly sporting his “Drink MO Beer” shirt and ready for another adventure in the north.

These seasoned anglers know how to make the most of their time on the water. Last year’s trip set the bar high with a double header of trophy bass that had everyone talking. This year, the rods are ready, the bait is waiting, and the cabin is fully stocked for another round of big catches and bigger laughs.

The lake is alive with action, and the bass are biting. After a long day on the water, the crew will be greeted by a hearty steak dinner, part of their pre-arranged provisioning package, so they can focus on what matters most: fishing, relaxing, and enjoying the wilderness.

From the moment they step off the floatplane, everything is set. Fresh bait, cold drinks, and a fully prepped cabin await. It’s the kind of seamless experience that keeps guests coming back year after year.

Here’s to another successful trip for the Missouri crew—tight lines, and plenty of stories to share. 

Moosehorn Lake Outpost

This August, Moosehorn Lake Outpost welcomed a new pair of adventurers who traveled all the way from Texas in search of world-class northern smallmouth bass—and what a trip it turned out to be.

The calm northern waters and the untouched wilderness set the stage for an unforgettable experience. Between the action on the water and the peaceful moments spent soaking in the beauty of the boreal forest, their time at the outpost was everything they hoped for.

When the rods were set aside, they enjoyed quiet evenings at the cabin, surrounded by the sounds of nature and the glow of a northern sunset. It was the perfect balance of excitement and serenity—exactly what makes Moosehorn Lake Outpost such a special place. We’re thrilled that these travelers chose Moosehorn Lake Outpost as one of their adventures. 

Wishing you were fishing? Drop us a line by email at [email protected] or call us at 1-800-465-3325 and let’s go fishing!

July brought in a wave of great fishing and even better stories! We received tons of awesome fish photos from guests, and we’ve loved every one of them. There’s nothing better than sharing your big catches with the entire community!

If you have any fish photos from your trip with us this summer, we’d love to see them! Just be sure to include your party name and the location where the photo was taken when you send them in.

Keep those lines tight and the pictures coming!

Kettle Falls Lodge

It’s been a true trophy month of fishing here at Kettle Falls! Our anglers have been reeling in some impressive catches—lots of trophy-sized smallmouth bass, northern pike, and walleye. It’s always exciting to hear about the big ones biting, but just as thrilling when a few boats report catching over 175 fish in a single day!

We were thrilled to welcome back longtime guest Duane, who brought his family—and for the first time, the wives joined in on the fun! They had an incredible trip, with the ladies landing some truly amazing fish. Be sure to check out their photos of those BIG catches—they definitely got hooked! After long days of sunshine and fishing, they enjoyed relaxing evenings filled with great food, laughter, and a little “wine and dine.”

Ken and his son also joined us for an unforgettable trip. Ken summed it up perfectly: “My son and I had the time of our life.” Their smiles say it all—take a look at their fun photos!

Guests this month have been adventurous with our daily flyouts.  For a little more of a tidbit for those who are new: we offer lake trout, smallmouth bass and northern pike daily flyouts where guests are on the dock at 7:45am and the plane takes them for the day to a secluded lake where we have boats and motors set up to fish. Cooler of drinks and lunch, rods and reels are brought on the plane and enjoy the day fishing before the plane comes to pick them up at 4-5pm.

We have had days where guests this July have flown and fished our musky fly in lake for the day and have boated 16 muskies. Our bass fishermen that fished on another smallmouth bass lake they boated over 200 smallmouth bass! It is a fun way to have a true Canadian fly in fishing excursion. We have all sorts of names for these lakes whether they are a number or a Letter like “H” lake-each lake has a story of how the lake got its name. H Lake is nothing really creative-the lake looks like a H.

Caribou Falls Landing

This month we had fishermen go out with their fish counter and they caught 26 fish in one hour between 2 fishermen. That is a fish almost every other minute and they still had to re-bait their jigs! That was a fun time! The fish have really made their way out to the humps. Lots of fish between the 8-22 foot range but the bigger ones can sometimes be found in deeper waters of 30 feet.

93 trophy fish this month at Caribou Falls Landing!!

We had plenty of familiar faces this month—it’s always great to see so many repeat guests! Tom from Wisconsin returned with his son, grandson, and friends, and they caught some really big fish. Tom’s a true walleye guy, so they spent a lot of time fishing the humps and had a blast out there.

We also welcomed back Rob from Wisconsin and his fishing crew. They’re dedicated walleye fishermen too and spent their time on Umfreville—working the humps and exploring the smaller lakes that branch off. Their efforts paid off with some absolutely dynamite fishing!

Side Note from Amber:
Over the years, it has truly been a blessing to meet so many wonderful people through this job. There’s a crew from Iowa that has been coming since I first started working at Halley’s Camps—26 years ago! He had done multiple trips per year. He is connected with so many others, and after my “Mr. Fisherman” from that crew visited in July, he told me in September this year was his last trip. Oh, the tears that came with the memories—so many laughs and stories over the years. Don has brought so much joy to all of us, and I will truly miss him.

Almost every group that comes through leaves a personal mark on my heart. This job is so much more than just a job—it’s the relationships, the stories, the good times, and even the challenges. (You wouldn’t believe how many hooks I’ve seen—though only one this summer!) We’re the destination so many fishermen count down the days to return to each year, and it’s such a privilege to be part of their adventures and to meet so many amazing people.

Dufualt’s Island Outpost should be named Trophy Walleye Outpost!! The guests from there this past August registered so many trophies it is crazy. One group alone registered 9 trophies! Cannot wait to see what August brings!! The new cabin is getting more complete-the wildfire set us back from construction and we are still getting some of the last details complete!!

Usually this is our month to post some pictures about our delicious wild Canadian blueberries. With the fires that came through it wiped out lots of our blueberries and even if they did survive the fire the amount of rain that we had in May and June would not have sustained a bumper crop of berries. On the bright side is the there are these beautiful fire flowers. We call them fire flowers as they always bloom after a forest fire. When flying over, you can see huge patches from the airplane of these bright purply/pink flowers that are in the middle of the burnt areas. It’s hard to believe the fire was only a few months ago as the green shrubs, bushes and grass are already growing back.

One Man

“Fish on!” was definitely the phrase of the month—because the walleyes were biting! It’s hard to say enough about how great the fishing has been lately: walleyes, bass, pike, and even a few whitefish made for some exciting catches. Each morning, guests couldn’t wait to hop in their boats right after enjoying one of Janice’s delicious breakfasts. The top priority for most? Catching enough fish for a shore lunch—which, for many, took only 5 to 15 minutes depending on how many people were in the boat! After that, it was back out on the water either chasing big numbers or hunting for that next trophy fish.

It’s great to hear all the stories and see the happy faces after catching their greatest number of fish in a day or maybe they just caught their biggest fish in their lifetime-it’s just so great to see all that come up enjoy the outdoors, fish, relax, and repeat! Our 3-generation group of Grandpa Jim, son Steve, and grandson James caught 15 trophies in 3 days (9 bass, 5 walleyes, and 1 pike)!! James caught 7 trophies while Steve and Jim each caught 4. It was a very memorable trip!!

Lots of families use One Man as a get together meeting spot almost like a family reunion. As long as groups have 14 people, we will let them rent the entire premises as we can hold up to 20 guests. Dennis did that with his family, and they had an amazing time. Great fishing, good weather, and they took full advantage of the back yard as they used it as a driving range.

We also welcomed a new group this month—Lee and his high school buddies came up for a fishing trip at One Man. They’re usually saltwater fishermen, but this was their first freshwater adventure—and they did great! Lee was fishing rockstar! They reeled in plenty of walleyes, pike, and northerns. We’re sure we’ll be seeing them again!

One Man got a bit of a facelift this month! A fresh coat of paint, new lights, and an updated sign have really brightened things up—and a brand-new roof is on the way in September! Guests have also been loving the new deck furniture, perfect for sitting back, relaxing, and soaking in those beautiful scenic views.

Outposts

This season, Rex Lake Outpost had the pleasure of hosting a former local resident who brought three friends all the way from New Mexico to experience extraordinary Canadian fishing. What started as a simple getaway quickly turned into a trip they’ll be talking about for years.

The group of four wasted no time exploring the waters around Rex Lake, and found the fish immediately. From hard-fighting smallmouth bass to powerful northern pike, the action was nonstop. Every day brought new stories—missed strikes, surprise trophies, and plenty of friendly competition.

But it wasn’t just the fishing that made the trip unforgettable. The group soaked in every sunrise shimmering across the still lake and every vibrant sunset melting behind the tree line. Evenings on the deck, swapping stories and laughing about the day’s highlights, became just as memorable as the time spent on the water.

Trapline Lake Outpost

The whole crew spent their days reeling in countless walleye, creating memories that will last long after the tackle boxes are packed away. They were all smiles with steady action on the water, catching fish after fish and mastering their own fishing techniques.

With full stringers, big smiles, and another year of laughs and family bonding, Shad and his group are already planning their return to Trapline. Thanks to the amazing fishing, beautiful scenery, and the peace of the great Canadian wilderness, it’s become an annual trip for the family. The youngest fisherman we think out fished everyone:

A Familiar Face… and an Unexpected Visitor at Moosehorn Lake Outpost

Every year, one longtime guest makes his way back to Moosehorn Lake Outpost in search of two things he loves most: incredible smallmouth bass fishing and peaceful northern solitude. This season, the fishing was amazing—he hauled in plenty of hard-fighting bass and spent his days enjoying the quiet beauty of the lake.

But the solitude? That experienced a little “friendly disruption.” One night, he awoke to the sound of curious footsteps outside the cabin. Peeking out, he discovered a black bear casually touring the grounds, as if conducting its own late-night inspection. The visitor wasn’t threatening—just inquisitive—and after a quick look around, it wandered back into the woods. It was another unforgettable trip in the books—and we look forward to welcoming him back next season for more bass, more quiet… and hopefully fewer unexpected neighbors.

Wishing you were fishing? Drop us a line by email at [email protected] or call us at 1-800-465-3325 and let’s go fishing!

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