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Come enjoy our pristine lake, our abonnement of fish and our beautiful lodge. Numerous rivers, unique rock formations, abundant birds and wildlife and crystal clear waters make this a prime nature site, in short the scenery is terrific.
We can comfortably host up to 16 guests across four fully-equipped housekeeping units, each designed for your convenience and comfort. Each unit comes complete with a furnace, hot water shower, fridge, stove, and all the essentials for a hassle-free stay. Bedding, cooking supplies, nets, and life jackets are all provided to ensure you have everything you need during your stay.
For your convenience, a small on-site general store offers basic necessities, including fishing lures.
Located at the far eastern edge of Great Slave Lake, Fort Reliance is a remote and serene destination, 170 air miles (or 275 miles by boat) from Yellowknife. Due to its location, casual visitors are few, making it a perfect getaway for those looking to truly escape.
Your Stay:
Accommodations are offered in well-appointed, self-sufficient cabins, each equipped with bedding, cooking utensils, stoves, fridges, freezers, and hot showers. Power, water, and heat are all provided, ensuring your comfort throughout your stay.
Guests also have access to the main lodge, a cozy space for group cooking, playing cards, enjoying stunning sunsets (later in the season), or simply relaxing with friends and family.
Boats and Equipment:
As part of your package, you have unlimited use of our boats, motors, and gas. Our 16-foot aluminum boats come equipped with 20 HP motors and include life jackets, dip nets, paddles, and rain gear (if needed). Whether you’re casting for your next big catch or simply exploring the pristine waters, everything you need is ready and waiting.
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The Den is a Movement & Wellness Studio in beautiful Fort Smith, NWT. We strive to create experiences for you to move more freely, to turn inward, to connect with others, and to be inspired. We invite you to put life down for a little while, and take the opportunity to add more playfulness, curiosity, and kindness to your body, mind, and heart. The Den offers drop-in classes, registered series courses, workshops, and special events. Most of our offerings are a blend of various movement and wellness practices including yoga, sustainable movement, joint mobility and strength, meditation, and mindfulness.
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Nature’s North Wildlife Gallery is much more than just a specimen gallery. You will take part in an artistic experience with many of the animals who call the Northwest Territories home – over 60 species of birds and mammals! Our tours are led by guides with extensive knowledge and experience of the fauna of the Northwest Territories who can provide a personalized experience and answer any questions the guests might have.
Guided Tours include a detailed walkthrough of the gallery with one of our guides, as well as a visit to the taxidermy workshop for an in-depth explanation of the taxidermy process and an opportunity to touch and handle a variety of the furs featured in the gallery.
Please Note: Available for groups of 6-20 people. Other accommodations are possible for smaller or larger groups at an additional cost, please reach out!
We offer an exciting fishing tour along the Mackenzie River, where you can try your hand at catching both large and small fish, including Jack fish and Coney. All the necessary equipment is provided. Alternatively, you can enjoy a scenic tour of the Mackenzie River, which includes a visit to Reindeer Station—the original site of Inuvik. You’ll get to see both historic and modern buildings. On the return trip, we’ll take a different route to give you a fresh perspective, and if we’re fortunate, we might spot some local wildlife such as wolves, bears, seals, moose, beavers, and a variety of birds.
This 2-hour community tour provides the opportunity to learn more about the history and culture of the Łutsël K’é Dene and to get a sense of daily life in a remote Indigenous community. Łutsël K’é is the only community out on the East Arm of Great Slave Lake, and the people who live here enjoy a way of life balanced between traditional ways and modern conveniences.
Learn about the landmark development of the Thaidene Nene Protected Area, the international recognition the area has earned, and its importance to the culture and history of the community.
See the grandeur of Red Cliff Island on this 4-hour scenic boat tour. Ron will share his deep knowledge of the land’s history and significance while you enjoy fishing in the area or learning more about the culture of the Łutsël K’é Dene through traditional Indigenous storytelling.
The East Arm is world-renowned for its amazing fishing, and the steep cliffs of Red Cliff Island make for a stunning place to cast off and catch some of the colossal fish that swim in Great Slave Lake. Keep an eye out for iconic Northern wildlife while Ron takes you to all the best spots and treats you to a traditional shore-cooked meal – he’s confident you’ll agree that fish from the East Arm tastes significantly better than any you have had elsewhere.
Spend two days and two nights getting a completely authentic experience of the area around Thiadene Nëné and Łutsël K’é. Tour the community itself and enjoy a scenic boat trip out to Red Cliff Island, learning the history and hearing Indigenous storytelling from Ron himself. Hearty meals and an authentic shore lunch are included, and Ron’s rustic overnight camps will have you resting in full view of the Red Cliffs themselves, ready for more adventure the next day.
Choose how you spend your time on the land and waters of the East Arm – fish in secluded spots, take a wilderness hike or check traditional fishing lines in the area. Your time on the land is yours to enjoy – most guests find they enjoy a mix of adventure and relaxation, taking time for activity and reflection. Ron’s enthusiasm for storytelling and providing the best experience will inspire you to make the most of your time here.
Are you on a tight schedule and only have one day, or even just half a day to go fishing? There is no sense sitting and waiting for your plane home to arrive, while in the land of the mid-night sun and the fish are always willing to bite, you just have to be out there taking it all in, chasing that Trophy fish to complete the story of your Arctic fishing Adventure. Come join us for the day on Great Slave Lake in one of our many customizable packages.
Join us on an early morning adventure as we boat across Great Slave Lake for 2 Hours to arrive at out fishing location for the day at Gros Cap. The gateway to the East Arm of Great Slave Lake. Home to some of the freshest of fresh water fish in the world. While we enjoy a day of searching for a big fish, we will stop for lunch and cook up a fresh shore lunch with the days catch, before we get back at it for a few hours, until it’s time to pack it in and enjoy the scenic ride home, back to Yellowknife. Enjoy fishing in Luxury, without enclosed Cabin to shield you from the weather with the fishing deck in close view.
20’ Hews Craft Jet Boat / Canopy / Yellowknife Bay to Tartan Rapids / YK River
20’ Kingfisher Falcon / Canopy / Sportfishing Boat w/ Live Scope
24’ Kingfisher Escape / Enclosed Cabin / Fishing Boat w/ Downriggers
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