Why fish with Norpaq on the George River?

• Large quantity of fish in the river

• Numerous wadable pools

• No crowds – 6 to 7 rods – 25 miles of salmon water

• Big river, cold water; strong fish & great action

• Perfect for Spey casting

• Protected territory – No possibility for economic development

• Great lodge, excellent homemade meals

• Excellent guides

• In business for 55 years

Can we keep the salmon we catch?

Your Quebec salmon fishing licence allows you to keep 4 salmon, but most of our fishermen practice catch & release only, and this is what we strongly encourage. Furthermore, the baggage allowance on the charter flight will not allow any fish to be brought out of camp.

What is the catch and release policy?

You can catch and release as many salmon as you want in a day. For brook trout fishing, catch and release is mandatory but you can eat all you want (shore lunch).

When is the time for Salmon fishing?

August and September. All our fishing periods get a great amount of action.

What flies and rods should we bring?

We use all rod types: Two-handed, Spey-style or single-handed. Light two-handed and Speys provide a real advantage, especially when dealing with windy conditions. We also recommend 9 for 9 class single-handed rods, as they are more than capable of handling all the fish species, from brookies to large sea-run salmon. Floating line and 100 to 150 yards of backing. A spare reel with sinking line or tip for very high-water conditions. We also recommend a lighter rod for brook trout fishing (6-7 weight).

Most productive flies: Black bear green butt, Green machine, Green muddler, Mickey Finn, Cosseboom, Thunder and lightning, Black muddler (cricket), Green muddler yellow tail / hooks 4 to 10.

For trout: Royal coachman, Royal wolf, Bombers, Caddis, March Brown, Adams, Hoppers (all kinds) / hooks 6 to 12.

Are the fishing guides experienced?

All our guides are experienced fly fishermen, outdoor enthusiasts and are well trained to bring you through the rapids.

I am a novice at fly fishing, will I catch salmon?

Let us just say that the odds are in your favour. There are a lot of fish in the river and our guides will be there to assist and coach you. We take great pride in helping beginners land their first salmon (and many more!).

How long is the flight time from Montreal to fishing lodge?

Typically, our chartered flight leaves Montreal (St-Hubert airport / CYHU) at 8AM. The schedule is planned so you arrive at the lodge for lunch time, so you can enjoy some afternoon fishing.

On return day, you will depart camp in the morning and catch the chartered flight to Montreal planned to leave early afternoon, with an arrival into Montreal around 5PM.

Is the food home cooked?

Yes. All food is home cooked and, although the lodge is isolated & far from civilisation, it is weekly supplied by plane to assure freshness of the great variety of dishes you will be served.

In the Falcon camp package, we provide a vacuum-packed, pre-cooked menu.

How many fishermen per guide?

We keep a ratio of 1 guide / 2 fishermen at the main lodge.

Our self-guiding package (Falcon) has a 1 guide / 6 fishermen ratio.

Can we bring food and alcohol?

Yes. You are allowed to bring anything specific you desire to, but make sure to respect the baggage allowance we give you. You can also purchase alcohol and food at the town’s store upon your arrival in Schefferville.

What other species of fish can be caught in the George River?

Brook trout, Lake trout, Lake Whitefish and, occasionally, land locked char. Brook trout fishing is very productive in quantity and size.

Is satellite phone available in camp?

The lodge is well equipped with satellite communications and internet.

How does transportation day work out?

Typical transportation day:

• Chartered flight leaves Montreal at 8AM to Schefferville. Stops are scheduled to

  accommodate passengers who wish to leave out of Quebec city;

• You are met by our representative at the Schefferville airport;

• Our shuttle bus takes you for a quick stop at the town’s store (alcohol and snacks)

  and then brings you directly to our seaplane base (15 minutes’ drive);

• While your luggage gets weighed and floatplane loaded, you will be handed your fishing licences.

• You will then board our floatplane for a 1h15 flight to the George River;

• Upon arrival to camp, you will meet the camp crew (manager, guides, etc.) and be shown your respective cabins. Finally, quick lunch, and some afternoon fishing.

What kinds of boats are used to travel on the river?

We have a new fleet of all fiberglass 22’ river freighters equipped with new generation 4-stroke outboards. Our freighters were custom modified to match the George River needs and your comfort expectations. Nothing but the best and most reliable for your day to day displacements.

What is the weather like?

August temperatures average 10°C (55F) and September temperatures average 5°C (41F), in general. The boreal climate, at this latitude, sometimes makes the weather very unpredictable. We recommend warm clothes and a good waterproof jacket throughout the whole season.

Are the pools wadable?

Yes. Most pools are fishable from shore and from the boat.

Once your trip is booked with us, you will be supplied with a trip planning package describing all steps of your trip, in details, and supplying all informations necessary, including what to bring for your entire trip (equipment, clothing, specific fishing gear, etc.).

What happens if weather conditions aren’t ideal?

The weather conditions of the North do not permit us to respect schedules all the time. It is therefore possible that you may lose some time of your trip on the way in or gain some extra days on the way out. Norpaq Adventures does not take any responsibility for these natural phenomenon over which it has no control.

Things to keep in mind - Fishing is a sport

It is often regulated by natural phenomenon that are out of our control. Fisherman (sportsmen) must accept the fact that they need some skills to practice their sport and that even with the greatest of skills and the best of equipment, Mother Nature can react in a way that can make their trip more or less productive. There are no guarantees.