Mackay Lake | Ultimate Fishing Directory

02 Sep

W00T W00T <(((><

Posted by the fisherbabe, under General, fisherbabe

Thats my excited noise because I am leaving in exactly 8 HOURS for my Lake Trout trip. I just wanted to post one last time before I leave because I will be gone a really long time and I wanted you all to know that I will MISS YOU!!!!!!

I will be tweeting up until I hit the Canadian border, though. So if you want to know if Wyoming and Montana are still there…follow me on twitter and I will report!!

Much love to you all and I cannot wait to show you the picture of my monster/world record Lake Trout (and of course me looking like a supermodel while holding it)!!!!

Happy Happy Fishing Trips To All!!!

LIZZY aka The Fisherbabe

31 Aug

Oh The Anticipation…

Posted by the fisherbabe, under General, fisherbabe

As you can all see from my little nifty counter over there, I only have roughly TWO days before leaving on the BEST VACA EVER!! I am so excited about every single thing with this trip. There is so much potential for amazing views and wildlife and trophy fish that I am having trouble sleeping at night. I CAN’T WAIT…

So…….today I am cleaning the house and stocking the fridge for the house-sitter. Then…it’s on to the good stuff. I am packing my bags and taking stock of my tackle box. Now…my tackle box is full, but I bet I could fit one more lure into it. That lure I sneak in is gonna be the lucky one…I AM SURE!!!

But alas like with every vaca…there is of course one small problem. A few days ago I was flipping through the pages of the album of my last Pike fishing trip, and I realized something. I do not look very womanly when I fish in Canada. As a matter of fact, I look quite frumpy and fat. Now I know this is because of the layers that one must wear to…you know…not DIE of frostbite but still…for the last two or three days, I have been stressing over how to make myself appear more girly while fishing or at least while being photographed with a fish

See…I know you guys don’t think about these things, and I always take some pretty girly products along with me when I go…like nice shampoo and conditioner…or nice soap…these are things that make a girl feel good when she gets off the lake after a day of smelling like fish slime and goo. BUT…I want to look like a girl in my photos. I mean whats the use in catching a Monster fish in Canada if the fish is prettier to look at than you in the damn photo. (Okay I know that if I am catching Monster fish in Canada the fish is definately gonna be the awesome part of the photo…but it wouldn’t hurt to be a sexy fisherbabe while holding it right?)

I have been asking folks for suggestions…and they have not been too helpful. One friend suggested I wear pink…well I do wear a pink parka but then I just look like a big fat man in a pink parka so that is really not helpful. Another chickie offered to bedazzle my stocking cap…LOL ummmmm yeah probably that’s a no!!!! I might want to look like a woman but bedazzling isn’t even in my vocabulary…LOL!!!!

You know…sometimes life just isn’t fair. Men look so hot when they fish…all manly and dirty and stuff. I do not understand why it is impossible to look like a supermodel while holding a fish…but I am going to figure it out. So I am off to the make-up counter to find some awesome new crap to slather on my face that won’t come off and will make me look like Heidi Klum no matter how much fish S**t I have on my face!!!

Happy Shopping All

LIZZY aka The Fisherbabe

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27 Aug

Mackay Lake Here I Come…

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Mackay2 On September 2nd, this Fisherbabe will be heading up to the wild, wild…NORTH!!! Me and my group of fishermen (yes…I am the only girl going along) will be heading up to Northwest Territories, Canada for an awesome trip to fish for Monster Lake Trout during the spawn. I am so excited that I can barely sleep at night!!

Now…there are quite a few reasons why this lake rocks out. The first is because of the potential for trophy LAKERS!! There are also Grayling in this fine fishery, and I have yet to capture one of those delicate beauties. I have my Mepps Spinners (size 0) all ready to go for those babies!!!

Another really awesome piece of trivia is that this particular lake is part of the hit TV show “Ice Road Truckers.” Although this season was filmed on the ocean in Alaska, it has been filmed on parts of Mackay Lake in the past. I am so super excited to fish on a lake where one of my favorite shows is filmed. I mean…how super cool is that!!!

Now…I have never been as far north as I am heading this time. I am going to be only 150 miles from the Artic Circle which is pretty interesting in itself. I will be cold as hell…BUT I will get to see the Aurora Borealis which will be super cool. I am really excited to see such amazing natural beauty. The tundra is also something I am looking forward to because I have not gotten to see it or step foot on it ever before. There is also so much potential for wildlife viewing. I hope I get to see a musk-ox…LOL

Now…I know you all aren’t familiar with me yet, but I have to admit…I am a total girlie girl. I like my high heels and miniskirts. I also like a daily shower, but I am willing to give that up to catch trophy fish. On this trip, however, I will have the luxury of taking a nice hot shower at night and…ummmmmm…using an indoor potty. That is more than I can say for the last camp I visited…

But, regardless, I am still looking forward to this trip. I cannot wait to throw my first lure and reel in that lunker. Don’t worry…I will bring all my pictures back to brag…I mean share with you!!!

Happy Fishing and Tight Lines ~

LIZZY aka The Fisherbabe

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17 Aug

I LOVE FISHING TRIPS…

Posted by the fisherbabe, under "How To Plan It"

and not only because of the amazing fishing that will inevitably occur. I mean…that is GREAT, but I also love the anticipation leading up to the day we will finally pack up the truck and head out. I love washing all my gear and shuffling through my tacklebox and the trips to Cabelas. All of these things are soooo much fun and make the trip feel as though it will last forever.

When my family plans a trip, we do everything ourselves. There are no travel agents or guides, and this makes it more fun and adventurous for me. That is not to say that travel agents and guides are not useful…some people swear by them, and I can understand that!! For me, however, the adventure starts the day I decide to take a trip and does not end until I return home. Because my family does all our own planning, the excitment and anticipation surrounding our trip can last for MONTHS!!

In honor of our AWESOME upcoming trip to Mackay Lake in Northwest Territories, I have decided to do a 5 part series entitled “How To Plan Your Own Do-It-Yourself Fishing Trip.” The series will include sections on researching and picking a lake and lodge, ordering maps and navigating lakes, packing and grocery shopping, the importance of good gear and tackle, and other essential tips for planning a self guided trip.

Although the terms “self guided” and “do-it-yourself” often evokes an absolute sense of fear in people, it is really a very simple and rewarding experience. Being prepared and educated before you go is the way to combat most uncomfortable situations that can arise on these types of trips. Fear is never a reason to not experience the feeling of pride that comes from truly being one with nature.

The sense of accomplishment that comes from this wild adventure is one that has been felt by explorers for hundreds (if not thousands) of years. We owe it to ourselves to experience life to the fullest. I never feel more alive or blessed than when I stand on an island in the middle of a lake that only a handful of people in the world have also stood on.

In my opinion, we should all be so lucky to experience that feeling. I hope you enjoy the series, and that it serves to alievate any fears you may have about amping up the adventure in your life…whatever that may mean to you!!

Check back tomorrow for Part One in the “How To Plan Your Own Do-It-Yourself Fishing Trip” series entitled “RESEARCH – The Fundamentals Of Choosing A Good Location.“

Happy Planning ~

LIZZY aka The Fisherbabe

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12 Aug

And The Winner Is……..MACKAY LAKE IN NORTHWEST TERRITORIES

Posted by the fisherbabe, under Fishing Trips and Reviews, Travels, fisherbabe

Yes that’s right folks…The Fisherbabe is headed to fish Mackay Lake during the Lake Trout Spawn in the first weeks of September. There are a couple of reasons why this lake rocks with the first and most important being the potential for TROPHY LAKERS. There are also big grayling in this lake which excites me more than I can possibly say.

Another rockin’ piece of trivia about this awesome lake is that it is part of the ice road in the hit show “Ice Road Truckers.” Now…I do not know how many of you watch that show, but I am totally hooked on it. I love Lisa who is new to the show this season (which is in Alaska), but I sincerely hope to see her truckin’ on Mackay someday. I am super excited to get to fish in a place where one of my favorite shows was filmed.

Now, I have never been this far North. That’s another reason I am extremely excited about going to this lake. Mackay Lake is only 150 miles from the Arctic Circle and on the tundra. How cool is that????? Also, if there is a clear night, I will finally get to see the famed “Northern Lights” otherwise known as Aurora Borealis. Seeing this natural wonder is on my “To Do Before I Kick It” list, and I am stoked to cross it off. Also, I get to visit Yellowknife which will be pretty special, as well.

The only thing that concerns me at this point is the cold. It is gonna be freeeeeeezing up there at that time of the year. As you all can imagine, this princess is not fond of the cold, and I am pretty sure the cabin walls aren’t painted pink for my pleasure. As of right now, I am pushing the thought of the cold out of my mind…now if I can just get my hubby to quit asking me if I am ready to freeze my a** off, all will be good. I mean…I just have to pack right and I will stay warm…I hope. Maybe I should start packing…

Since becoming a bona-fide fishin’, exploring, and all around adventuresome babe, my idea of what luxury means has changed drastically. I used to think that I could only be happy if my bed was turned down and a mint was cheerfully placed upon my pillow. Now…there is no better feeling than walking into that cabin for the first time and seeing an ancient wood burning stove and a hot shower. You would be surprised at how a hot shower each night and a running indoor toilet can feel like your own little piece of heaven. Fishing has definitely transformed my idea of what is fun!!

There are so many things about this trip that excite me. It will be an adventure, for sure, as I will be exploring and experiencing things that I have not before. I will for sure find out if I am as hard core as I claim to be when I wake up to 35 degree mornings and the guys are waiting for me at the boat. There will be no staying in the cabin if it is too cold and no complaining if it snows. I will be the only woman fishing on this trip, and it is my goal to keep up with the guys. I mean…I have to REPRESENT!!!

I am pretty confident in my ability to out fish them…even if the only pink I see is on my raincoat!! If you wanna check out where I will be spending the first weeks of September (we will be fishing for 8 FULL days!!), check out http://www.truenorthsafaris.com/.

How Lucky Am I…

Lizzy aka The Fisherbabe

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