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Carter Rice

Carter is co-owner of MHL. He is a hard working individual and is always busy fixing and maintaining things around camp. You can find Carter every morning and afternoon at the portage when in use. Ask him to tell you a joke. Most evenings he will be found relaxing at his houseboat on the dock, and usually has friends drop in to say hello. Carter is truly one of most unique individuals you will meet in your lifetime, and has endless life experiences to share with all. An accomplished guitar player and vocalist, if you ask, he may just strum you a tune!

Linda Rice

Linda is co-owner of MHL. She takes care of the bookings, marketing, guide scheduling, and the fine detailing of each trip. She does not sleep much during the season, and when not on the water she is attending to every need of her guests. Linda is an avid outdoorswoman, and currently holds the women's world record (57") muskie, and is otherwise known as Muskie Mamma. With quite the collection of other over fifty inch fish in the past ten years, she is threatening to beat her own record! She has been known to guide on occasion as well.

Greg Rice

Greg  is about the handiest guy you could ever meet. A professional chef by trade, he provides Moosehorn Lodge with fine dining at every level, and is complimented by guests and locals alike. He excels at maintenance on every level, and even if he has never encountered the problem, Greg will figure it out. This hard working individual is here from morning till night, and will make sure that everything is right for you.

Nicole Archer

  As the Hospitality Manager, Nicole is the one to make sure your stay is the best experience. From the scheduling to the cleaning and everything in between, she is a busy lady. In 2021 Nicole received the NOTO Tourism Champion Award for her efforts in the tourism community and encouraging new tourism ideas and efforts throughout the pandemic. Nicole also runs her own travel agency from home in the winter but tries to get away to the sunshine and ocean in the off season. If that doesn't keep her busy enough she is also the new President of the Sioux Lookout Hudson Tourism Association.

   For over 20 years Nicole has learned every aspect of the fishing lodge business and can be found in the dining room, at the dock helping out or in the office welcoming you back for another great stay with MHL.

Meet The Guides

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Greg Marino

Greg is focused on fishing, and has put more 50 inch muskies in the boat than anyone in the area, Greg cracked the one hundred over 50 mark in 2012 for his boat. Greg can guide any species at any time to perfection, and make sure that you are always on the best bite possible. With over thirty years guiding experience you can be sure the day will be productive, you will be prepared an incredible lunch, and have a good chance to catch the fish of a lifetime. He has brought many guests to their first monster musky, as this is his favorite game. Even when he is not guiding, he is fishing hardcore, usually with Linda in their quest for the next world record musky.

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Colin Gosse

Colin strives for perfection, and treats his occupation with absolute professionalism. He has made a lot of good friends that come back, and fish with him every year. With thirty plus years of producing trophy fishing on these waters, he will do whatever it takes to make sure it is a fun filled day of action, trophies and memories. Colin also 

does some marketing for the lodge, loves to talk and write, and will answer any question you have about fishing. Be sure to ask about the "Manitou sandwich", Fire Fries, Baked Fish and "BS" Beans for shore lunches.

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Tony Crann

Tony comes from a long line of local angling experts. His father Jim was one of the area's finest guides, and Tony has followed his passion for fishing. He has over twenty years of guiding under his belt and can put you on whatever species that you seek at any time. His character makes for quite an enjoyable day on the water, as Tony loves to have a ton of fun, and is incredible with children of all ages. Although he has mastered all of this areas fish species, Tony has a special knack for attracting monster pike to his fishing adventures. You can be sure that this man will make every trip one to remember.

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David Lalonde

Dan will have you laughing before you even leave the dock. Dan is a semi-retired seasoned guide who guides for MHL on many occasions throughout the season for the past 10 years. Dan has 35+ years of guiding experience all over Northwestern Ontario.

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David recently moved to Sioux Lookout with his wife from Southern Ontario. David has been guiding for a few years on Lac Seul and surrounding waters. David also guides his own bear and moose hunts. The ultimate outdoorsman with great customer service with a vast knowledge and a love for fishing.

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Jordan is that guy that seems to be smiling 24/7. He is the happiest new father and loves to fish almost as much as he loves his family. Jordan is originally from Southern Ontario and now calls Sioux Lookout home for the past few years. Jordan is a great new addition to the MHL team in 2024 as well.

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Phil joined the MHL team for the 2024 season and has had a very successful year with 12 Muskies over 50" in the boat. Phil is from Southern Manitoba and loves to be on the water and spending his summer season in Sioux Lookout. He has a few years experience on Lac Seul and Big Vermillion already. Phil in 3 words; calm, cool and collected.

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Phil Hoeppner

Casual Guides

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Chris initially comes off as mellow and shy, until you put him in a boat with you. First fish landed and he's dialed right in. The guy simply loves to be on the water, and in mother nature. He can find the fish of all species for you very well. Born and raised in this area, he spent 12 years in the NE section of Lac Seul working every job required of running a large outpost operation. Chris has mastered all species here, and has no problem showing guests consistent, incredible fishing!  A day on the water with Chris is quite enjoyable, he'll look after your crew well and cook them a gourmet shore lunch too. Be sure to ask him about his unique hunting and trapping experiences!"

Chris Edwards

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Steve loves to learn and try new techniques for catching big walleyes and lake trout. He spends much of his free time searching the area for new hot spots to keep his guests on the action. 

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Ask Steve about Winter Ice Fishing Packages

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Steve Dumonski

Want to make sure that you have the trip of a lifetime? Remember to book your guide early, to ensure availability.

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