Map of The Day: June 13, 2016

Canoeshed Lake, about 50 km from Timmins, Ont., is fed by the Grassy River and is considered moderately productive. Fishing can be good for northern pike and walleye. Canoeshed is a fairly shallow body with an average depth of two metres. The rich habitat is perfect for pike, which prefer grassy, weedy areas. Pike are known to be indiscriminate feeders. They prefer to lurk in cover, awaiting their prey, rather than chase their food opportunities. Cast your lure into the shallows and try a slow retrieve. The opposite can be said for walleye. While they tend to be a little slower to feed in the summer, they will tend to go after their prey when they are interested. In the spring, if the water is murky, brighter colours can be the ticket to lure them, though in the summer months when the water is clearer, more natural colours are often the way to go. Other sport fish species include lake whitefish, white sucker and yellow perch. Large yellow perch are caught in September and October. Grassy River, which feeds the lake, is known for its excellent fishing, as well as other activities such as canoeing. The circuit of lakes along the river is a popular canoe and kayak destination. Along with canoeing, the lakes circuit is known for its birdwatching opportunities. Other popular lakes in the chain are Sinclair Lake and Halliday Lake. These are popular lakes in the summer months, and camping can fill up quickly. LAKE ACCESS From Timmins, Canoeshed Lake is about 68 km. south. Head south on Pine St., which also runs into Naybob Rd at many points, Good maps of the local roads are a definite asset. There are reports that there is a campsite on Canoeshed Lake about halfway up the western shore.