Great video, Kevin. We share many similarities in our kits for the backcountry. We’ve only been BC camping for 3 years now, so our kit is less-developed, compared to yours. I can think of a few times the mouth spreader would have been handy. A couple things we do: We’ve removed the intermediate part of the Scotty rod holder, so the rod holder is connected directly to the clamp. We have two and leave them on typically, as they are low profile. We have a thin cutting board that we put in our blue barrel as well. It follows the inside contour, takes up little room, and the barrel disguises the smell. We use a basic 1/8” nylon stringer. Probably cost $4. Cheap and light. I believe you can find it in Quetico where I left it this summer… Use a bowline knot to keep it tied to the canoe, since I haven’t found another knot that is reliable and easy to release for nylon. We’re looking at getting telescopic rods for 2024. We snagged and trashed our rods on the portages. 3 became one by the end of the trails. Thanks Kevin. You’re responsible for 50% plus of our BC camping knowledge. Your videos are super informative, and you’re one of the few TH-camrs I trust wholeheartedly for advise.
Thanks for the comments. The stringer and low profile rod holders are great ideas. I do keep a bit of rope handy if I want to string up the fish but I rarely need more than one for a meal. I really appreciate that last comment, I just try and show what works for me and not to try and 'sell' the audience on anything, even if I do a gear review. Much appreciated!
Thanks for sharing your fishing setup. This time of year is great for reviewing and tuning your presentations for next season. I would recommend adding a new spinning reel to your Christmas list. Most newer reels have instant anti-reverse and it may not seem like much of a big deal, but I think it can increase hookups in some situations. The one thing I see missing that I bring, and it just may be due to our differing tripping styles, is a fish/depth finder. I tend to base camp on most of my trips, where I focus more on fishing and less on covering miles. You definitely do not need electronics to catch fish but I find a small fish finder worth the weight. Not only does it help you find structure(mid lake humps tend to hold bigger fish), but it can help you reduce snags while trolling, alerting you to a change in depth.
Good suggestions. I know they make some smaller (large flashlight size) depth finders but for me, at least on longer distance trips, I'll avoid the extra weight.
I enjoyed this video lot Kevin. Since the end of this past fishing season I have been thinking about re-stocking my tackle box as the one I use is showing it's age. There is so much product on the shelf to choose from, it's refreshing to see a video that shows the type of tackle that works in real life situations. It has certainly helped me in narrowing down my selections for my restocked tackle box. Thanks for sharing.
Kevin - nice video. I’ll check out the Dipsy Diver for Lake Trout. Your homemade rod holder gave me a good idea too. Maybe a video about tying braided line to mono would be nice. Knots can make or break a fishing trip.
Nice video Kevin. Good incite on some specific lures. Interesting take on the rod holders. Ive been looking at these for a while. Ive been thinking they may come in handy if i go solo with a double paddle. Jon often uses one. Thanks!
Yes, rod holders are one of those things that seem to work well for some like Jon but for me, then seem more trouble than they are worth. Certainly for double blade they would be essential.
Just like your box, I'm finding now that I really only use a few lures and all gear is dead weight when you leave your outdoors card on the kitchen counter😞
Here in Maine it is illegal to use lead lures or small weights to protect loons who ingest the lead and die. I like plastic worms and flukes, but there is talk about making those lures illegal because fish have been found with a gut clogged with plastic. Fishing pressure is much greater here so we need to do whatever is necessary to protect the wildlife.
That is actually a great law. It isn't law here but as you mentioned the fishing pressure is likely low compared to Maine. I do have a few bismuth split-shots in my kit. They were common in tackle stores a few years ago but they are becoming more rare. If the lead weighted jigs are consumed by waterfowl the hook part of them would be more trouble than the lead.
It's pretty old, ~20 yrs and there is no longer any evidence of the brand but I think it is a 'Lucky Strike Tangle-Free Rubber Fishing Net'. Google that, it looks identical, has to be it.
Great video, Kevin.
We share many similarities in our kits for the backcountry. We’ve only been BC camping for 3 years now, so our kit is less-developed, compared to yours. I can think of a few times the mouth spreader would have been handy.
A couple things we do:
We’ve removed the intermediate part of the Scotty rod holder, so the rod holder is connected directly to the clamp. We have two and leave them on typically, as they are low profile.
We have a thin cutting board that we put in our blue barrel as well. It follows the inside contour, takes up little room, and the barrel disguises the smell.
We use a basic 1/8” nylon stringer. Probably cost $4. Cheap and light. I believe you can find it in Quetico where I left it this summer…
Use a bowline knot to keep it tied to the canoe, since I haven’t found another knot that is reliable and easy to release for nylon.
We’re looking at getting telescopic rods for 2024. We snagged and trashed our rods on the portages. 3 became one by the end of the trails.
Thanks Kevin. You’re responsible for 50% plus of our BC camping knowledge. Your videos are super informative, and you’re one of the few TH-camrs I trust wholeheartedly for advise.
Thanks for the comments. The stringer and low profile rod holders are great ideas. I do keep a bit of rope handy if I want to string up the fish but I rarely need more than one for a meal. I really appreciate that last comment, I just try and show what works for me and not to try and 'sell' the audience on anything, even if I do a gear review. Much appreciated!
I have a kit for local fishing. It really helps to keep all your favorites in one spot. Thanks for the video.
You bet, I always like seeing your comments.
Thanks for sharing your fishing setup. This time of year is great for reviewing and tuning your presentations for next season. I would recommend adding a new spinning reel to your Christmas list. Most newer reels have instant anti-reverse and it may not seem like much of a big deal, but I think it can increase hookups in some situations. The one thing I see missing that I bring, and it just may be due to our differing tripping styles, is a fish/depth finder. I tend to base camp on most of my trips, where I focus more on fishing and less on covering miles. You definitely do not need electronics to catch fish but I find a small fish finder worth the weight. Not only does it help you find structure(mid lake humps tend to hold bigger fish), but it can help you reduce snags while trolling, alerting you to a change in depth.
Good suggestions. I know they make some smaller (large flashlight size) depth finders but for me, at least on longer distance trips, I'll avoid the extra weight.
I enjoyed this video lot Kevin. Since the end of this past fishing season I have been thinking about re-stocking my tackle box as the one I use is showing it's age. There is so much product on the shelf to choose from, it's refreshing to see a video that shows the type of tackle that works in real life situations. It has certainly helped me in narrowing down my selections for my restocked tackle box. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for the comment. I hope what came across in this video is that you only need to bring what actually works for your fishing situation.
@@KevinOutdoors It did. I'm pretty well set up for what works for me, I just need to replenish my aging and something suspect tackle.
I was wondering, you said live bait does not work in the back country. Why is that? Thanks.
It works on the fish if you can keep the bait alive. The problem is that on a backcountry trip there really isn't a way to keep the bait alive.
Kevin - nice video. I’ll check out the Dipsy Diver for Lake Trout. Your homemade rod holder gave me a good idea too.
Maybe a video about tying braided line to mono would be nice. Knots can make or break a fishing trip.
Good suggestion, I have considered the knot video but there are already an awful lot of know videos out there. I'll give it some more thought.
Thanks Kevin.
Thank you, great show last night!
Nice video Kevin. Good incite on some specific lures. Interesting take on the rod holders. Ive been looking at these for a while. Ive been thinking they may come in handy if i go solo with a double paddle. Jon often uses one. Thanks!
Yes, rod holders are one of those things that seem to work well for some like Jon but for me, then seem more trouble than they are worth. Certainly for double blade they would be essential.
Good stuff 👍🏻 Thanks
Thanks Alan.
Just like your box, I'm finding now that I really only use a few lures and all gear is dead weight when you leave your outdoors card on the kitchen counter😞
Oh no. That would be pretty tragic.
Here in Maine it is illegal to use lead lures or small weights to protect loons who ingest the lead and die. I like plastic worms and flukes, but there is talk about making those lures illegal because fish have been found with a gut clogged with plastic. Fishing pressure is much greater here so we need to do whatever is necessary to protect the wildlife.
That is actually a great law. It isn't law here but as you mentioned the fishing pressure is likely low compared to Maine. I do have a few bismuth split-shots in my kit. They were common in tackle stores a few years ago but they are becoming more rare. If the lead weighted jigs are consumed by waterfowl the hook part of them would be more trouble than the lead.
May I ask what brand of net that is? It looks light. 🙂
It's pretty old, ~20 yrs and there is no longer any evidence of the brand but I think it is a 'Lucky Strike Tangle-Free Rubber Fishing Net'. Google that, it looks identical, has to be it.
@@KevinOutdoors thanks! I’ll check it out. I appreciate your show.
Good job
Thanks Clarkansas.