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are you worried about the cost of supporting your Atlantic Salmon fishing addiction in 2009 ?
Monday, January 5th, 2009

Please consider the following facts :

* Wilson’s on the Miramichi River is one of the most economically priced Salmon fishing lodges in the world

* compare our rates to fishing in Russia , Norway , Iceland and even Quebec .

* The US > CDN exchange rate is app. 25% in your favor today . We quote in CDN funds .

* Wilson’s is just a days drive by car from New York and Boston

* 2008 was the best season since the mid 1980′s and it promises to be as good or better for MSW salmon in 2009

* Wilson’s own’s some of the finest private salmon fishing pools on the river ( 5 miles – 16 pools) and we fish small groups resulting in no crowds and no line ups .

* Wilson’s has been in business since 1855, we know a thing or two about catching Atlantic Salmon .

* Wilson’s guides can make you a better angler .

………..I invite you to fish Wilson’s in 2009, it is going to be great fishing and more affordable than most other Salmon fishing destinations .

Sincerely yours, Keith Wilson

Rene Valenzuela (Spanish)
Thursday, September 11th, 2008
   

Comenzaba a hacer realidad un sueño, pescar en el río Miramichi en New Brunswick, Canadá. Había leído muchos artículos y libros acerca de este histórico sitio. Mi amigo Jim Repine lo pescó en muchas ocasiones y sólo tenía elogios para este lugar y su respetada tradición. El origen de su nombre se encuentra en los indios Micmac, que sentían al río sagrado, lleno de espíritus, un lugar con mucho poder. Nacer en las tierras del Miramichi, es estar absolutamente bendecido y la verdad que después de estar ahí, es difícil pensar lo contrario.

 

Por: René Valenzuela

Fotografía: Pamela Isla

 

Este río es conocido como la madre de todos los ríos, ya que alberga las más grandes corridas de salmones del atlántico en el mundo.    

 

 

 

Viajaba con Pamela, mi mujer, desde la hermosa costa de la Península de Gaspé en Québec, para llegar a la pequeña ciudad de Doaktown en New Brunswick. Este es un pequeño pueblo que se ha sustentado principalmente por el desarrollo, a lo largo de más de cien años, de la pesca con mosca. Este pueblo me recuerda a muchos lugares de Chile, por su estrecho contacto con la naturaleza, por lo remoto y lo desconectado de las grandes ciudades. 

 

Visitamos el museo de salmones del atlántico de Doaktown. Este abrió sus puertas en el año 1.983 y se convirtió en una importante atracción turística para aquellos amantes de los salmones. El objetivo del museo es interpretar el impacto que ha tenido el salmón del atlántico para esta región, tanto en su pasado, presente como futuro. Sorprendidos lo recorrimos, consistía en dos pisos llenos de historias de este río y sus pescadores. Estuvimos más de dos horas en su interior y con gran amabilidad nos explicaron acerca del desarrollo de los salmones, del trabajo que realizan junto a la federación de salmones del atlántico, en la enseñanza de los niños para aprender a pescar con mosca y proteger los peces. El museo posee una gran colección de carretes clásicos y cañas de bamboo. En sus murallas colgaban fotografías de muchos personajes, entre ellos Lee Wulff y Ted Williams, quienes habían pescado toda una vida en sus aguas. En fin, era realmente un honor pescar en un río, considerado por muchos como el mejor del mundo, para la pesca de salmones del atlántico. 

 

  

 

No podíamos dejar de visitar la tienda de pesca de Jerry Doaks, es parte fundamental de pescar el Miramichi. Conversamos largo rato con Jerry y compramos algunas moscas que esperábamos nos dieran suerte en nuestra próxima aventura. Le pedía recomendaciones, y graciosamente bromeaba diciendo “la verdad es que yo preferiría que escogieras varias moscas, ya que en este sector somos conocidos por no dar a conocer nuestros secretos”.  

 

No me quedó otra, que escoger una importante cantidad de moscas y completar así toda nuestra parafernalia que acarreamos para pescar. Camino al lodge, encontramos un largo puente colgante que atraviesa el ancho del Miramichi. Desde el medio de éste, podíamos observar en toda su dimensión este místico sitio. 

 

 

 

El río Miramichi se compone de su parte Noroeste, Suroeste y el pequeño Suroeste, además de varios ríos tributarios como el Renous, Dungarvon y el Cains. 

 

En el trayecto encontramos una serie de puentes cubiertos, como los de la película, “Los Puentes de Madison”. Decidimos hacer un recorrido de varios de ellos para fotografiar esta parte de la historia, pero sería en el camino de vuelta a Montreal. Ahora era momento de pescar.         

 

Nos recibía en su lodge el Señor Keith Wilson, dueño de Wilsons Sporting Camps. Pescar en este lodge, no sólo se trataba de ir a pescar salmones del atlántico, sino que además revivir la tradición de muchos que han pescado en sus 16 posones a lo largo de 8 kilómetros de aguas privadas, desde el año 1928.  

 

 

El Miramichi nos recibe con un atardecer sorprendente, donde podíamos ver a lo lejos, un grupo de pescadores clientes del lodge. Wilson Sporting Camps, está situado en la parte suroeste del río, frente a uno de los posones más conocidos, el Big Murphy. Al entrar al lodge, te das cuenta inmediatamente lo que se ha vivido en este lugar. Destaca una antigua vitrina de libros, carretes y cañas usadas hace cien años. Keith Wilson, quién es cuarta generación dueño de éste, nos recibe con gran amabilidad y nos comenta que muchos de los pescadores que visitan su lodge, son segundas generaciones, siguiendo las huellas de sus cercanos que pescaron por años en estas aguas.   

 

Para muchos, pescar este río, es un rito anual, que no dejan de realizar. Para Keith, es un compartir solitario con la naturaleza y a su vez con viejos amigos. No sólo se trata de pescar al vigoroso salmón, sino que vivir este deporte con pasión, conociendo cada rincón de su cauce, cómo éste va cambiando a medida que pasan los años, sentir la belleza del agua y por supuesto vivir la alegría de tener un salmón al final de la línea. Keith nos invita a comer por la noche con unos invitados muy especiales que estarían estos dos días de pesca junto a nosotros. 

 

La familia Wilson, está en estas tierras hace ya 200 años y ha estado en el negocio de la pesca por cerca de 150, los últimos 75 años con las instalaciones de un lodge. Gracias al término hace 26 años de la pesca comercial en el río, éste pudo recuperar el milagro de antaño y hoy en día se encuentra en un excelente momento.  

 

 

Fuimos gratamente sorprendidos ya que al llegar a la cena, el grupo que pescaría junto a nosotros, era nada menos que el staff de la Federación de Salmones del Atlántico (ASF), presidida por Bill Taylor, quienes han hecho grandes esfuerzos por la sobre vivencia de salmones del atlántico en Estados Unidos y Canadá. Fue muy grato compartir la mesa con estas personas, quiénes comentaban sin tapujos sus experiencias en la pesca de salmones en el Miramichi, como en otros importantes ríos del mundo. 

 

La cena estaba deliciosa, comida hecha en casa, de recetas traspasadas por varias generaciones en la familia Wilson. Pamela y yo, nunca olvidaremos esa sopa de ostiones, ensaladas totalmente adornadas, salmón con salsa holandesa, en fin una cena inolvidable.  

 

Antes de comenzar la pesca, Keith Wilson da una breve charla de qué posones pescará cada uno y con cuál guía. Tuve el privilegio de ir a pescar con el mismo Keith. Tomamos su camioneta y recorrimos cuatro kilómetros río arriba, para llegar al posón Donnell, que es un sector del río no tan ancho, como lo es en su mayor parte. 

 

Bajamos nuestro equipo y mientras armaba mi caña, Keith saca de su caja de moscas una green machine. Esta sería la mosca elegida para comenzar el día. Casteaba sobre una corriente, y dejaba que la mosca derivara. No era tan importante un lanzamiento muy largo. Lanzaba dos veces, dejaba que derivara y avanzaba dos pasos para volver a lanzar, de esta forma recorría eficientemente el posón. Una vez terminado éste, lo volvía a iniciar, pero ahora usando otra mosca. Casteaba rodeado de árboles de colores intensos, anaranjados, rojizos y amarillos, escuchando el sonido del agua  que realmente calmaba mi espíritu.  

 

 

Esa mañana no hubo suerte y volvíamos al lodge a almorzar. Como de costumbre un almuerzo sobresaliente y junto a Bill Taylor, presidente de la federación de salmones del Atlántico, comentábamos acerca de nuestro primer día. Él había estado pescando en todo el mundo donde hubiera salmo salar, Rusia, Islandia, Noruega, Inglaterra, Estados Unidos y Canadá. Conversamos acerca de los salmones y la compleja sobre vivencia que han tenido, producto de la polución, lluvia ácida y principalmente la pesca comercial.   

 

Por la tarde, tomamos una canoa y nos fuimos moviendo de posón en posón. Iniciamos la pesca en el posón Big Murphy, frente al lodge. Recorrimos varios posones, pero no tuve suerte. A lo lejos, divisamos un pescador luchando con un salmón. Era un hermoso espectáculo ver los saltos vigorosos de éste, en un ancho río con un escenario de colores inolvidables. Pero, aún no había sido bendito con un salar al final de mi línea. Los salmones del atlántico, son definitivamente impredecibles, son una fuente de constante sorpresa, como el río en si mismo. No sólo cambia de día en día, sino de momento en momento. 

 

 

Mientras observábamos el atardecer decidimos volver para descansar y juntarnos para la cena. Pamela había logrado captar hermosas fotografías y estaba grabando toda nuestra experiencia. Durante la cena, Bill Taylor me invita a pescar junto a él en la mañana siguiente y así aprovecharíamos de conversar un poco más acerca de su misión con la federación. No podía creer la experiencia que estaba viviendo.  

 

 

 

Tomamos la canoa más grande del lodge y subimos varios kilómetros en ella, junto al guía, un fotógrafo que llevaba Bill Taylor, Pamela y yo. El guía me ubica en un sector del río y en la orilla opuesta ubica a Bill Taylor. Casteaba y casteaba mi caña, mientras observaba a Bill, situarse en el medio del río con mucha confianza, sin duda que conocía el Miramichi como la palma de su mano. Yo por mi parte, con cierto grado de precaución trataba de imitar su confianza. Estaba pescando con uno de los hombres más influyentes en la pesca con mosca de Canadá y Estados Unidos. Debía demostrar confianza y mi experiencia en la pesca de truchas de nuestro querido Chile. Necesitaba un poco de suerte. ¿Cómo saben, si lograba sacar el salmón del día?. Al cabo, de unos pocos minutos, Bill Taylor tenía un pez. En fin, la pesca no es sólo suerte pensaba, la experiencia daba frutos. No podía divisar bien que era, pero sin duda que le estaba dando una gran lucha. Al cabo de unos minutos, logra fotografiarlo. A mi sorpresa era una hermosa brook trout. El guía usaba una gran red que hacía recordar la historia en la pesca de salmones. 

 

La verdad es que probé de todas formas, casteaba lo mejor posible, estaba muy concentrado, pero no lograba entusiasmar al esquivo salmón. Después de una hora, Bill vuelve a pescar, pero esta vez, era un grilse, un salmón que ha ido al océano sólo una vez, un pez que aún no ha alcanzado su total madurez, al menos para los ojos del pescador, un salmón con ropa de adolescente. Sin duda, que podríamos decir que es como una trucha de dos a tres kilos.  

 

 

Por la tarde, tenía la última posibilidad de pescar un salmón en el Miramichi, al día siguiente volvíamos a Montreal. Bill Taylor, junto a otros pescadores irían a pescar a un tributario del Miramichi, el Cains. Quedaba prácticamente con el río a mi disposición. Comenzamos nuestra travesía en canoa, al menos cinco kilómetros río arriba. Las canoas con motor, sólo se usaban para transportarse y acceder a los distintos posones. Nos movíamos rápido entre un posón y otro. El día estaba hermoso y yo casteaba y casteaba, haciendo honor al dicho que el salmón del atlántico es el pez de los mil casts. 

 

Al cabo, de unas horas sin tener suerte, decidimos ir río abajo, unos 6 kilómetros de donde nos encontrábamos. En el trayecto cruzamos el puente colgante que habíamos visitado con Pamela el primer día que llegamos a Doaktown. El posón al que íbamos se llamaba Coldwater. Había escuchado que Bill Taylor, tuvo buena pesca el día anterior en él. Mientras casteaba, podía observar una gran cantidad de gansos canadienses que embellecían el cielo. Definitivamente estaba rodeado de un escenario inspirador, en un río espectacular. El posón Coldwater, está ubicado justo después que confluye el Miramichi con un arroyo de aguas más frías y además generalmente está más sombrío por las mañanas, según comentaba el guía. Esto permitía que este posón, se mantuviera unos grados más frío que otros sectores del río. Justo arriba de este, el río es más ancho, no corre muy rápido y está más bien bajo, permitiendo oxigenación. Lograba observar salmones que asomaban su lomo. Este es un de los posones más conocidos de Wilsons Camp.  

 

 

Cuando comenzaba a atardecer, el cielo se llenaba de colores rojizos que reflectaban en el hermoso Miramichi, finalmente un salmón del atlántico decide tomar mi mosca, para bendecir el esfuerzo y la paciencia. Su picada fue muy fuerte, levantó mi espíritu de un salto, mi caña se doblaba con exageración y este salmón daba continuos saltos en el agua. Estaba viviendo un momento muy especial, con cada salto que éste daba, mi corazón parecía detenerse por unos segundos. El guía, quién me observaba desde la orilla, toma su red, cruza el río, se me acerca y dice, “finalmente el Miramichi bendice al perseverante pescador”, y de verdad que tenía razón. Esto sin duda, me hizo valorar este salmón como un gran premio. Dio una gran batalla, pese a que no era tan grande, pero en ese momento para mi era como de 15 kilos. Este salmón no era sólo un salmón, era un salmón del Miramichi pensaba, destinado a volver a este río y sólo a este río. Había comenzado su vida como un alevín, pasando por la etapa de parr y smolt. Bajó el río, para ir al frío Océano Atlántico hasta llegar a la costa de Groenlandia a alimentarse y vuelto a su origen para reproducirse, quizás incluso esto lo había realizado en más de una oportunidad. 

 

 

Espero realizar algo similar a los salmones del Miramichi. Debo algún día volver a este río, quizás junto a un hijo, a revivir este sueño hecho realidad. Este viaje de pesca en el Miramichi había terminado, pero se que no olvidaré fácilmente este especial atardecer. Lograba entender lo platónico de la pesca de salmones del atlántico en un lodge impregnado de tradición, junto a grandes nuevos amigos.   

 

Learn Your Lesson The Hard Way
Wednesday, August 27th, 2008

Orvis Warranty

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Take it from someone who lives and breaths fly-fishing , always listen to your guide . Last week I was writing about the hazards of fishing with a trout rod and the problems you run into when hooking a large salmon , well last night I did it again , I ended up with my 5wt. trout rod in hand and that was not bad on the first four fish hooked , they were all grilse . But right at dark when I should have been heading home I rolled a fish four times (more…)

Good News from ASF
Friday, August 22nd, 2008

News
Atlantic Salmon Rebound

August 18th, 2008

After years of decline, wild Atlantic salmon rebound in eastern North America
CANADIAN PRESS

FREDERICTON — After years of decline, it looks like wild Atlantic salmon are making a comeback in the rivers of eastern North America.

While scientists and anglers are tempering their enthusiasm until a clear trend is established, there’s no question this is a record summer for young salmon called grilse returning to home rivers after one year at sea.

“People are talking about runs they haven’t seen for a decade or more,” says Gerald Chaput, a biologist with the federal Fisheries Department.

On the storied salmon rivers of New Brunswick, heavy rains and high waters are providing perfect conditions for salmon.

“People are seeing fish and they’re catching fish,” says Mark Hambrook, president of the salmon association on New Brunswick’s Miramichi River, which produces more than 20 per cent of North America’s Atlantic salmon. (more…)

Wilson’s Miramichi River Report August 7th
Friday, August 8th, 2008

Miramichi August Report

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Atlantic salmon fly fishing conditions for the Miramichi at McNamee August 7th . As you can see from this photo our river at McNamee is still nearly 18inches above normal . The pools are starting to shape up a little and we have hopes of normal water levels by early next week . Both fish taken this week were bright and silver and full of fight . The high water pools are obviously the only ones being fished . Garrett , Anthony and I canoed the Cains River yesterday , beautiful canoeing water but is useless for fishing , still 15 inches above normal .

Don and Bill with another great trip
Wednesday, July 9th, 2008

July 6th, 2008
Hello Keith,

Don’t think my first try made it. Here is the 2nd attempt. Pics. sent separately.

Don and I are back safely, but wishing we were still in camp chasing the wily salmon.

After more than 20 years of fishing at Wilson’s Don Hoyt and I had one of the best days ever with both of us landing 2 salmon and a grilse each in one day. The salmon ranged from 9 to 22 lbs. and were the strongest, feistiest fish we have ever played. Having fished for Atlantic Salmon in Iceland, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia and other New Brunswick rivers we keep coming back to Wilson’s year after year and hope to do so for many years to come. While salmon fishing is never predictable your pools have been the most productive and reliable waters we have ever fished. Not only that, but the guides are the best, the dining is wonderful and the accommodations are comfortable and scenic. It is like coming home for Don and I.

We look forward to coming back in the fall and will always remember the July day we netted over 75 lbs. of Atlantic salmon in one day.

Tight Lines,

Bill Wilkinson

Orvis Opens New Store – Fredericton Outfitters
Tuesday, June 17th, 2008

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The two anglers posted here are Caitlyn Munden and Chris Munn . Chris and Caitlyn recently dropped in to Wilson’s for a few hours of Salmon fishing , a nice evening on the water but no-hook ups this time . Chris is proprietor of Fredericton Outfitters , a full service Orvis store conveniently located on Route 8 ( 285 Canada Street ) in Fredericton New Brunswick , phone
    506-450-4044

. Anglers travelling from the US to the Miramichi pass right by his door , so there is no excuse to show up on the Miramichi River empty handed . Fredericton Outfitters is set up in a beautiful historic building with large spacious rooms and well displayed Orvis fly- fishing and upland hunting gear . In addition to his well stocked store , everything you see on line at www.Orvis.com Chris can get for you or have it shipped directly to your door . If you miss Chris in Fredericton , Wilson’s in McNamee also has a basic Orvis supply in our shop and again Wilson’s can order and drop ship any product the Orvis sells .

Wilson’s Miramichi Flood watch May 1st
Thursday, May 1st, 2008

Flood waters on the Miramichi at McNamee have begun to come down already . Since yesterday at 7pm the water levels at McNamee have come down app 10 inches and is already beginning to clear up . We are still close to 4 feet above normal so it will be a day or so before we are back on the water with fly rod in hand .
The big difference between the Saint John River and the Miramichi River is that our river is much smaller coming out of central New Brunswick where it runs on a much steaper gradiant towards the ocean . The Saint John is also influenced by the Bay Of Fundy tides that actually hold the flood waters back during high tide .
It is important to note that the water level at McNamee will be dropping much sooner than the lower reaches of the river , i.e . Blackville area . The upper parts of the watershed allways drop off first . You should check with your outfitter or guide in the area that you plan to fish in order to get an acurate assessment .

Miramichi – Good Fishing at affordable rates
Tuesday, January 22nd, 2008

In the midst of all the hype about the US economy and the high cost of fishing in some far off areas of the world , Wilson’s is pleased to bring you “good news “. The Miramichi River is still the most prolific Atlantic Salmon river in North America and you can still enjoy great fishing at affordable rates . As a matter of fact our 2008 rates have dropped a little for this season and we are happy to pass these savings on to our customers . For those people lamenting this year about spending $10,000.00 , or more , and the hassel of travelling half way around the world we want you to know that the Miramcihi is just a few hours drive from eastern USA , and we even speak your language . The Miramichi is safe and secure and very affordable . So if you find yourself thinking twice about what you can spend this year fishing maybe it is time to jump in your car , enjoy a leisurely drive up RT 95 to New Brunswick and get in on some great Atlantic salmon action on the Miramichi this season .
Wilson’s is booking up fast but we still have a few slots available during “prime time ” in spring , summer and fall .

Sitemap
Sunday, July 29th, 2007

  • Home – The Wilson Family is pleased to announce a new and exciting change to our lodge operation for 2005. The “Big Murphy Pool” will become home to a brand new main lodge. First off the 20 km view of the Miramichi Valley is absolutely spectacular and with no other dwellings in sight, very private!…
  • Our History – Robert Barnwell Roosevelt, the uncle of U.S. President Theodore Roosevelt wrote of his fishing expedition to Wilson’s on the Miramichi River in 1862. The Wilson Camp at that time was located at Bloomfield Ridge, 18 miles upstream from McNamee…
  • Atlantic Salmon Fishing – For almost a century and a half the Wilson family has been in the business of providing great atlantic salmon fishing, hunting and outdoors adventure to discriminating clients from around the world. We are located in the Miramichi Valley of New Brunswick, Canada…
  • Brook Trout – The Province of New Brunswick has three wild Sea-Run Trout river stocks and the Cains River is by far the largest and one of the healthiest. The Cains has been under very strict conservation laws and practices for 14 years and our efforts are paying dividends today…
  • Upland Bird Hunting - New Brunswick has the largest concentrations of Woodcock on the continent and Wilson’s is located on the Miramichi Valley flyway for these birds. Many of the well-traveled gunners who visit us literally can’t believe the quality of woodcock and grouse hunting we offer…
  • Big Game Hunting – Welcome to New Brunswick where some of the finest black bear hunting is available. Every hunter has a reasonable enough chance at successfully taking a bear.  With a last year success rate of 100% opportunity and 70% actually killed and recovered…
  • Other Great Activities – You don’t have to just use a canoe for fishing, one of the favourite pastimes here at Wilson’s is a lazy summer day paddling along the river watching the wildlife on the shores of the Miramichi River, hiking or biking the trail system or a trip to New Brunswick’s highest falls on Falls Brook…
  • Accommodations - Our cabins are a “home away from home” with a four star Canada Select rating, picturesque views of the river and country decor where you feel like just sitting back on the porch and watch the fish jump, the sun set in a blaze of color, and the birds are chirping your song…
  • FAQs -How long have you been in business? How many private pools do you have? How many rods per day to you fish? Do you have cottages or a lodge? Do you have experienced guides? What is the best time for Atlantic Salmon?…
  • Corporate Retreat – The Wilson family is pleased to offer you a brand new lodge with a well equipped meeting facility in a most beautiful river setting . Wilson’s has  just the right combination of nature , good food and the “very best” service  that is guaranteed to produce positive results for your corporate retreat…
  • Testimonials – Just wanted to take the time to thank you both for a wonderful time. It is rare in this day and age to find such good people, who are so eager to please. It has bee along time since I felt that I was under charged for something, but that is the way I felt when i left your camp…
  • Contact Us – If you have any questions or comments regarding any of the adventures or services offered by Wilson’s Sporting Camps , please do not hesitate to email Keith or Bonnie Wilson at: wilsons@nbnet.nb.ca or call (506) 365-7962…
  • Atlantic Salmon Fishing Articles – Over the years we have been visited by a few distinguished outdoor writers and would like to share their Atlantic Salmon fishing adventures at Wilson’s. Sometimes a good story can almost put you in the canoe with the guide, Atlantic Salmon showing down the pool…
  • Fly Rod & Reel Article – Fly Rod & Reel article about a visit by The Traveling Angler, Matthew Mayo, about his visit to Wilson’s Sporting Camps on the mighty Miramichi River in New Brunswick, Canada.
  • Flyfishing Article – Miramichi Atlantic Salmon article published in Flyfisher by Adriano Manocchia, The Miramichi : Legendary Salmon River about a visit to Wilson’s Sporting Camps on the Miramichi River in New Brunswick, Canada.
  • Sports Afield Article – Charles Gaines writes about his adventure at Wilson’s Sporting Camps in The 12 Best Fishing Spots in North America, #7 The Miramichi Drainage, New Brunswick, Canada as published in Sports Afield.
  • Atlantic Salmon Journal Article – Atlantic Salmon Journal article by one of the great outdoor writers, Arthur Taylor of Atlantic Salmon Journal. Sit back and enjoy the stories of adventure at Wilson’s on the Miramichi in New Brunswick, Canada.
  • The Flyfisher Article – Spring Atlantic Salmon article published in The Fly Fisher magazine, by Harry Middleton about his spring salmon fishing visit to Wison’s Sporting Camps on the Miramichi River in New Brunswick, Canada.
  • Canada’s Classic Fishing Lodges Article – Atlantic salmon fishing article from Canada’s Classic Fishing Lodges written by John St. Louis and John Townley. Salmon fishing story about their fishing trip to Wilson’s Sporting Camps on the Miramichi River in New Brunswick, Canada.
  • Miramichi Fly Casting School – Wilson’s is pleased to announce the addition of fly fishing and fly casting techniques school for those new to the sport and those looking to refine their skills.
  • Privacy Policy - At Wilson’s we respect your privacy and make every effort to protect our web site vistors and clients from any unsolicited email (spam).
Welcome To Wilson’s Sporting Camps
Sunday, July 29th, 2007

The Wilson family is pleased to announce an exciting change to our fishing & hunting guide service . The “Big Murphy Pool ” is home to our brand new executive grade sporting lodge and with major upgrades to our cabins we are sure to make your trip the most successful and the most comfortable . When you think Atlantic salmon fly-fishing , the first place to come to mind is the Miramichi River , and when you think top quality private fishing pools and the best possible guide service you should automaticly think Wilson’s Sporting Camps . The same goes for our World Class Upland Bird hunting . You will not find better service , better dogs or better covers than right here at Wilson’s.

Miramichi Atlantic Salmon

For almost a century and a half the Wilson family has been in the business of providing great Atlantic Salmon fly fishing, hunting and outdoors adventure to discriminating clients from around the world. We are located in the Miramichi River valley of New Brunswick, one of the most scenically beautiful places in Canada. A pristine, “just as God made it” place that offers some of the finest Atlantic Salmon fly-fishing and wing shooting on the North American continent.

The Miramichi is known as “the mother of all salmon rivers” for hosting the largest runs in the world of Atlantic salmon, “the king of game fish”. Wilson’s owns and leases more private water on the Miramichi than any other outfitter or individual – a total of 16 pools, many of then among the rivers finest, which means that we can provide our clients with Atlantic Salmon fishing virtually unmatched for variety and quality in all of Atlantic Canada.

We are offering groups exclusive access to the entire operation in order to maximize privacy, service and comfort. The king of game fish, The Atlantic Salmon and other local attractions such as the Old Mill Pond Golf course, walking trails, museums and miles of open wilderness helps make Wilson’s a favorite destination among world travelers.

Please visit our Atlantic Salmon Articles page for a few great atlantic Salmon fishing stories from people who have experienced the magic included in a stay at Wilson’s on the Miramichi.

Upland Bird Hunting
Thursday, July 26th, 2007

New Brunswick has the largest concentrations of Woodcock on the continent and Wilson’s is located on the Miramichi Valley flyway for these birds. Many of the well-traveled gunners who visit us literally can’t believe the quality of woodcock and grouse hunting we offer – in countless classic, New England style coverts, with experienced guides and well-trained dogs. We can also arrange for released pheasant shooting on a nearby, well-managed preserve.

Upland Bird Hunting

Hunting season for woodcock opens on September 15th and grouse opens October 1st. The limit on grouse is 6 per day per gun, and eight per day per gun on woodcock. At Wilson’s we feel the woodcock limit is too liberal and we encourage our outdoorsman to shoot no more than 4 or 5 per day. We have good kennel facilities if you would like to bring your own dog with you.

What To Bring

Your own gun, the gun of choice is 20 or 28 gauge in fairly open chokes. The shot size mostly used is 7 1/2 – 8. Hunter orange is a requirement (please check with customs on the fee to bring your gun into Canada).

You should have long underwear and heavy clothing for hunting with warm socks, warm footwear, good rain gear also for fall you should have sweatshirt, with jacket and hat with visor.

Our Rates

Are in Canadian Dollars, taxes not included. Rates do not include license or gratuities.

Package Includes: meals, lodging, guides, and transportation. If you would like to customize this trip please do no hesitate to contact us for further information.

(1) One person 5 Days / 6 Nights $3500.00 CDN/per person

Terms And Conditions

Require a 35% deposit per person. Non-refundable. The balance due on the # of days booked, must be paid in full upon arrival. Cancellation policy, if you do not find a replacement for the time booked then you will be charged 1/2 of the total amount due.

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Wilson’s Sporting Camps Testimonials
Thursday, July 26th, 2007

Dear Keith and Bonnie,

As you know,there is an old saying among friends in New Brunswick ,

“The Very Best “, as in wishing you the very best ,or hoping the very best for you.

Well, the both of you have turned that into a reality for everyone of the
lucky anglers or hunters who visit Wilson’s Sporting Camps! They are
getting the very best in service, cuisine, ambiance, quality of salmon
water and bird covers.

Your staff makes Wilson’s beautiful lodge as comfortable as a second
home and the fishing guides really guide — they know where the salmon lie in
various water levels and what flies they ( might ) take. Your bird hunting
guides are very familiar with where the birds are in any time of the
season and they handle themselves and the dogs well in the covers.

So, congratulations on setting THE standard for sporting lodges !

And thanks again for your gracious hospitality,

Ed Belak
New Canaan,CT


Keith, What a great stay at Wilson’s. I can’t think of a camp with as much fun water to fish. Part of what I love about Wilson’s is the ability to spread out and move around, which satisfies my prospecting nature. The 30 pounder at Cold Water pool did not exactly leave a bad taste in my mouth either. The woodcock and grouse hunting was very good and having the opportunity to fish the Cain’s again was great. The beautiful view of the valley from the new lodge is surpassed only by the wonderful hospitality of you and Bonnie along with your whole crew. I am already looking forward to next July.

My Best,
Steve O’Brien, Jr.


Just wanted to take the time to thank you both for a wonderful time. It is rare in this day and age to find such good people, who are so eager to please. It has bee along time since I felt that I was under charged for something, but that is the way I felt when i left your camp.

Diann, you will be happy to know that even though I, by choice passed on a couple of meals was still able to add a few pounds. It is very hard to convince the people around here how tough we had it when I made it home fat & sassy. The variety, the quality, and the size of your meals was something I had never experienced before. Even though I wasn’t around you as much as I was Terry it was very obvious how much time and energy you put forth to make me feel at home during my entire time there.

Terry, I just wanted to thank you for your consideration and knowledge. The way you handle your operation, in my opinion should be a benchmark for other outfitters to strive towards. The knowledge you have of the area and animals you hunt was impressive to me. The effort you put forth to maintain twelve baits and stands for four hunters in the area that had not been hunted for two years speaks volumes about the kind of operation you run. It was a pleasure learning from you, and I feel that I came home a better hunter than I was when I got there.

Your marriage with Wilson’s lodge, and the ability to fish all morning and hunt all evening only added to an already great experience. The accommodations were outstanding and Keith should be commended for his efforts.

Thank you for a wonderful experience,

Chad Blake – “U” Turn Team
Laramie, Wyoming

Other Great Activities In New Brunswick
Thursday, July 26th, 2007

Fall Brook Falls

The highest waterfall in New Brunswick! Come and enjoy this magnificent untouched wonder of glittering sun touched rainbows, and a thick flora of colorful plants and flowers.

A guide will transport you to the beginning of the trail, take you along the wonderful trail to the waterfall, and set up and enjoy a homemade picnic for two or more. While experiencing this amazing opportunity there will be a excess of birds and wildlife.

Also the trip includes a walk over New Brunswick’s longest suspension bridge in McNamee and a trip to see an old covered bridge.

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Fall Brook Falls – $45.00 per person. 

Mountain Biking & Hiking

One of New Brunswick’s finest hiking and biking trails (Sentier Trail) is located just along side of Wilson’s. Enjoy a leisurely guided hike or a guided biking tour. All tours are provided with interpretation of the history of the Miramichi, fauna and natural wildlife that inhabits the area.

Don’t forget your packed home-cooked picnic that you can have along the shore banks or in a field of flowers.

Bike rentals – $10.00 per day, Guided Hike – $40.00 per day

Golfing

Old Mill Pond Golf and Country Club is located in the heart of Doaktown, New Brunswick. A family owned and operated business that offers a nine hole course which will test your abilities as a golfer. Well maintained and groomed the club offers amenities such as full service club, pro shop, cart rentals, and driving range.

Packages for this opportunity includes accommodations and pass to the golf course. Just contact us and we will set up the tee times for you and offer transportation to and from the golf course.

  • New Brunswick Golf Links
  • Mactaquac Golf Course – Mactaquac N.B.
  • Kingswood – Fredericton N.B.
  • Riverbend Golf Club – Durham Bridge N.B.
  • Old Mill Pond – Doaktown N.B.
  • Golf New Brunswick
 

Canoe Trips

You don’t have to just use a canoe for fishing, one of the favourite pastimes here at Wilson’s is a lazy summer day paddling along the river watching the wildlife on the shores of the Miramichi River. Now that’s living the life.

Life on the river epitomizes how we share out history and culture in this unique region. Not only are there colorful stories to tell while paddling, but some of the most awe inspiring scenery around. Can’t you picture seeing the lush foliage of trees during a late September paddle, and wonder how someone could make something so beautiful.

Experienced, expert guides are available and will provide you with some great techniques to paddling a boat, safety instruction and the experience of a lifetime. Guide service available.

 

Local Museums

Atlantic Salmon Museum – The AtlanticSalmon Museum (Miramichi Salmon Museum) is located on the banks of the Main South West Miramichi River in the Village of Doaktown. The site tells the story of the Atlantic salmon and the people that know this king of sport fish. The Museum, through its many interpretive displays, shows the life and history of the Atlantic Salmon.

Central New Brunswick Woodsmans Museum – We invite you to journey back to earlier times when this area witnessed the struggles of those hardy pioneers who carved a living from the forest and raised their families here on the Upper Miramichi. Many workers also came from the Acadian areas, Quebec, Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia. Some of those settled here.
The 15 acres which comprise this complex contains examples of tools and models of building that will help you envisage their workaday lives and appreciate the strength, intelligence and humor that built or community. We hope that you enjoy your visit.
Come and visit the geographical center of New Brunswick. The Central New Brunswick Woodmen’s Museum is located in Boiestown. Situated in the heartland of the lumbering industry, the 15 acres of exhibition provides an insight into the struggles and triumphs of the woodsmen and their families.

Wilson’s Sporting Camps Privacy Policy
Thursday, July 26th, 2007

Wilson’s Sporting Camps Ltd.has created this privacy statement in order to demonstrate our firm commitment to privacy. The following discloses our information gathering and dissemination practices for this website: www.wilsonscamps.nb.ca

We log IP addresses to help diagnose problems with our server and to administer our web site. IP addresses are logged to track a user’s session. This is done to provide Nictech Designs Inc, our website manager, an overview of which parts of our site users are visiting. We do not link IP addresses to anything personally identifiable. This means that a users session will be tracked, but the user will be anonymous.

Our site does not require the use of cookies, therefore they are not created or collected on any page throughout the site.

We use several online forms on our site for contact and contest information. Any personal information you provide to us is used exclusively for direct contact with you and is not shared or traded with any third parties.

Our commitment to Data Security: To prevent unauthorized access, maintain data accuracy, and ensure the correct use of information, we have put in place appropiate physical, electronic, and managerial procedures to safeguard and secure the information that we collect online.

This site contains links to other sites, such as our partners. Wilson’s Sporting Camps is not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of these web sites.

Contacting the Web Site
If you have any questions about this privacy statement, the practices of this site, or your dealings with this web site, you can contact:

Wilson’s Sporting Camps Ltd.
#23 Big Murphy Lane
McNamee,
New Brunswick
Canada
E9C 2P6

Phone: (506) 365-7962
Toll Free: 1-877-365-7962
Fax: (506) 365-7106
Email: wilsons@nbnet.nb.ca

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