LOCATION
Ely, Minnesota (Boundary Waters Area)

SEASON
May - September

CAPACITY
Depending on which trip option you choose we will customize it to satisfy your needs

SPECIES
Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Musky

LENGTH OF STAY
Standard packages range from multiple day trips while staying at our lodge to week-long wilderness fly-fishing and camping packages. Itineraries of any length can be accommodated.

THE FISHING
Smallmouth Bass
Ely, Minnesota, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, and Quetico are home to world class smallmouth bass fishing, and smallmouth bass on a fly rod are absolutely dyn-o-mite!! If you haven't fished for Smallies, you've got to try it! These fish fight harder pound-for-pound than any other freshwater fish. Unlike largemouth bass that give up after a few short bursts, smallies never quit fighting.

The action is absolutely amazing!  The smallmouth bass is one of the most prized game fish of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area and Quetico and the perfect adversary for the fly-fishing angler. These rod bending, surface smacking “bronze-backs” readily attack top water presentations, and are a consistent producer throughout the canoe season. Their relentless fighting ability is known everywhere, thus providing the perfect adversary for the fly-fisher person to test their abilities against. This trip will focus on the special techniques required to catch these fish and will incorporate casting techniques, fly tying, and catch and release. 

Northern Pike
The Boundary Waters, Ely and Quetico receive a lot of attention for its bass fishing, but many people overlook its potential as an excellent northern pike fishery. Pike up to 35-40” are common and readily take a fly.  Moose Track Adventures guides now have specific areas to take customers that produce excellent fly fishing for pike all season long. Peak times for pike are May through June and September through November.  And while casting for northern pike, there is always a good chance of tangling with a huge smallmouth bass.

Musky
Believe it or not, the Ely, Minnesota area has some of the best in the state.  Guided Musky Fly Fishing Trips concentrate on Minnesota’s famous Lake Vermillion and surrounding Department of Natural Resources-managed muskie lakes.  Fly fishing for muskie is an exhilarating and often tiring experience.  Be prepared for the battle of a lifetime.  For those who have fished for musky, you know they can be a difficult fish to catch whether fly fishing or bait casting.  In fact they are classified as the fish of 10,000 cast, but if the timing is right the action is unbeatable!  The best time for fly fishing for musky is May through June and September through October, so book your trip early.

BOATS AND EQUIPMENT OFFERED
For those choosing a deluxe wilderness canoe and fly fishing trip, MTA uses only the latest and greatest ultra light weight canoes and gear including We-no-nah Kevlar canoes and Marmot or Northface tents and sleeping bags.

If you chose to stay at the lodge and do guided day trips, they utilize a variety of boat options ranging from flat bottom Jon boats, 16 foot Lund fishing boats, square stern canoes, to a 19.5 Lund Tyee. They aim to be flexible and customize the trips to your needs as well as where the best fishing is at the time.

THE LODGING
Moose Track Adventures is located only 7 miles from Ely, Minnesota and just outside the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Their two and three bedroom cabins are situated only 25 feet from beautiful Farm Lake. Enjoy incredible sunrises from a large living room picture window and evening dinners on your personal deck. Each cabin is fully equipped and clean and includes heat, hot water showers, microwave, stove, refrigerator, kitchen utensils and all linens (except kitchen & bath towels). A picnic table, charcoal kettle grill, and a fire ring for a nice campfire is also included with each cabin. One dock space is included with a weekly rental. All cabins can accommodate four people easily and six people with no problem.  Some cabins have wireless internet too! 

WHAT’S INCLUDED

For those choosing to stay at the lodge and do day trips, MTA’s two and three bedroom cabins are situated only 25 feet from beautiful Farm Lake. Each cabin is fully equipped and clean and includes heat, hot water showers, microwave, stove, refrigerator, kitchen utensils and all linens (except kitchen & bath towels). A picnic table, charcoal kettle grill, and a fire ring for a nice campfire is also included with each cabin. One dock space is included with a weekly rental. All cabins can accommodate four people easily and six people with no problem.  Some cabins have wireless internet too! 

Daily guide service includes an eight hour fishing day, lunch, beverages, and all equipment and flies.

For those choosing the Six Day Five Night Wilderness Fly Fishing Trip, the following is included: professional guide and instruction, use of Ultra-light Kevlar canoes, lodging the night prior to your trip, breakfast prior to your trip, and zix-days and five nights fully outfitted in the Boundary Waters Wilderness Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCA)

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
BWCA user fees, taxes, fishing licenses, permit reservation fee, guide gratuities, Canadian user fees, Canadian remote border crossing documents, round trip entry point shuttles (fly-in or Crane Lake options), and transportation to the Lodge.

DEPOSIT INFORMATION
A 50% deposit (per angler) of the total package cost for each trip is due to Yellow Dog Flyfishing Adventures (YDFA) within 10 days of booking to secure the reservation. Guides and dates cannot be held or reserved without a deposit. YDFA reserves the right to charge a handling fee of $100 per person for date changes after the initial reservation has been made. Full payment is due 90 days prior to departure.

HOW TO GET THERE
The nearest commercial airport is located in Duluth, Minnesota, which is serviced by Northwest, Mesaba Airlines, and Allegiant Air. You will need to rent a car in Duluth at the airport for the drive to Ely, which is about 2 hours. Some customers prefer to fly to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, rent a car, and drive to Ely, which is about 4 ½ to 5 hours.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

Minnesota fishing licenses are available at all area shops and sporting goods stores, or by logging on to the following website: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/licenses/fishing/index.html?type=fishing

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