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7 Things You Don’t Need to Pack for Your Visit to Sointula Lodge
Some travelers are perfectly happy to toss a few things in their carry-on right before leaving on a big trip. If they wind up not having something during their vacation, they simply do without. Others prefer planning out their packing lists weeks or even months in...

How to Plan a Summer Vacation in 2021
For most, 2020 was a year of staying close to home, putting travel plans on hold and canceling vacations to limit exposure to the coronavirus and to avoid spreading it to family and friends. But with vaccines rolling out, 2021 is looking up. While your summer may...

Instagram-Ready Shots to Take on Your Next Visit to Sointula Lodge
A visit to Sointula Lodge is a great chance to disconnect and get back to nature for a few days. But while it’s good to get away from the hustle and bustle of your daily life, work, and responsibilities, there’s nothing wrong with wanting to share your experience with...

3 Salmon Recipes Perfect for Winter
While warm weather is still months away for most of us, that doesn’t mean that you can’t start dreaming about your next fishing excursion by whipping up a few tasty salmon recipes at home. From hearty soups to creamy pastas, we’ve compiled a few recipes perfect for...

5 Books Every Angler Should Read
Looking for a way to pass the time until you can get out on the water again? Want to get inspired ahead of your next visit to Sointula Lodge? Or perhaps need a good read to bring along on your trip for a nice afternoon read on the dock? We’ve compiled a list of the...

The Difference in Booking a Luxury Fishing Excursion
The term “fishing charter” can mean many different things. If you’ve ever visited a busy beach town, you’ve likely seen the charter boats packed with a hundred or more tourists each fighting for a spot to cast their line off the side and binging on snacks from the...

Christmas Gifts for the Outdoors Lovers in Your Life
Whether you enjoy shopping or not, finding the perfect Christmas gifts for everyone on your list can be stressful. If you have outdoorsmen on your holiday list, you’re in luck. We’ve compiled a list of the best Christmas gifts for every adventurous outdoor lover on...

7 Tips for Fighting Your First Big Fish
Sointula Lodge is the ultimate destination for every avid fisherman. Our remote location on Blackfish Sound puts us right in the heart of British Columbia’s wilderness, where the water is teeming with salmon, halibut, and more. During your stay, you can roll out of...

Comparing the Best Mid-Layers for Year-round Outdoor Fun: Wool
When it comes to choosing layers for your next outdoor adventure, waterproof outer shells and warm or wicking base layers tend to take the center stage. But when you’re enjoying summer or shoulder season adventures in climates that see chilly mornings and warm...

Comparing the Best Mid-Layers for Year-round Outdoor Fun: Fleece
From inexpensive jackets in a rainbow of colors available at just about every department store for $30 or less to oversized pullovers with campy throwback prints from brands like Patagonia, North Face, and Columbia, fleece jackets are an outdoor staple that never...