Ontario Sturgeon Fishing

Fly-in Sturgeon Fishing North of Nakina:

White Sturgeon, also called the Lake Sturgeon, are common in the rivers and lakes north of Nakina and can reach 150 pounds. They have been fished to extinction in central and southern Ontario. Due to changes in the Endangered Species Act, they have put new restrictions on Sturgeon fishing. There is no open season for Sturgeon. As a result; we cannot offer Sturgeon fishing at this time.

Guests may hook into a Sturgeon by mistake from time-to-time. If you do, the fish needs to be released right away. Do not attempt to bring the fish back to your cabin to take a picture. Sturgeon are officially listed as an endangered species and you do not want to be caught by the MNR with one in your possession.

We will post any changes to the laws.

You may ask people why you would keep a Sturgeon. They are best known for their eggs for making caviar but did you know they taste fantastic. Many people say Sturgeon, when prepared correctly, taste just like lobster. Sturgeon is one of the Cree Aboriginal People's favorite food. First they gut the Sturgeon and cut the head off. Next they build a long bon fire the same length of the Sturgeon and roll the fish on the fire to burn off the tiny spikes and outer-most layer of skin. Next they cut the fish into steaks and boil for ½ hour until the rest of the skin falls off and all the oils come out of the fish. Finally, they fry the Sturgeon steak in butter with a little salt. Right now it's illegal to keep a wild Sturgeon but if you ever see Sturgeon steaks at the local fish market, it's something you should try.

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