Map of The Day: June 13, 2016

Sealey Lake, nestled in Narrow Hills Provincial Park, is a great little trout lake. Small spinners and spoons are good choices for trout, and depending on the time of the season, colours such as blue and silver, or orange and red can help to lure the fish. If you are fly fishing, standard patterns can work well, from leech patterns to mayflies, and damselflies later in the season. Often, leech patterns work well in the early spring and later in the fall when the trout are feeding heavily. The Fishing Saskatchewan crew, in their video for Sealey Lake, suggests that if leeches are not working, Muddler Minnows can make an effective option to change things up. Fly fishers will often attest to the success of a pattern that does not match what is typical for a particular time of year. Sometimes the trout just need a change, and a different pattern can be enough to arouse their appetite. Earlier in the year, the trout will often be found in the shallow areas, but in the heat of summer, they will move to cooler waters. LAKE ACCESS From Prince Albert, head east along Highway 55 to Highway 106. Turn left (north) onto Highway 106, and follow this road to Sealey Lake. Sealey Lake is located in Narrow Hills Provincial Park. It is only one of about 25 fishing lakes in the area, including Montreal, Candle, and Lower Fishing Lakes. Camping is available in the park, along with picnic areas, washrooms, laundry facilities, beaches, boat launches and playgrounds. Reservations are recommended, as the park can get busy. Please note that some of the campsites have “maximum stay” designations. Visit the Saskatchewan Parks website at saskparks.net for more information, including campground reservations and park maps.