Hamilton Chapter

Who We Are

Our Philosophy

We are dedicated to "Catch and Release", conservation, and education regarding proper handling techniques. Fishing for this predatory giant is a part of our cultural heritage, and is done so with great passion and enthusiasm.

Our Membership

Included in our group are dedicated muskie fishermen from the seasoned veteran to the inexperienced novice angler. All are welcome, and part of our goal is to pass on our knowledge and experiences to those who share a common interest in Muskellunge fishing and habitat.

Range

Situated in close proximity to the Niagara Peninsula many would assume the Niagara River/Lake Erie fishery to be our home waters. This is somewhat true, however, we have a large contingency of dedicated anglers who test the waters of the Kawarthas, Southern, and Northern Georgian Bay, Ottawa River, and Nipising/French River watershed.

Contact Us

If you are interested in attending a meeting or obtaining information on joining the chapter, you can contact our Membership Director, Mike McCutcheon at (905) 891-5770, or Chapter Chairman John Dieroff
at (905) 827 0402

Special Projects
Muskies Canada has a close working relationship with the O.M.N.R., and the majority of our projects are in support, and in partnership with the Ministry. Support is provided both financially and in volunteer hours when called upon. The first hand knowledge gained from spending a day on the O.M.N.R. boat is not one soon forgotten or paralleled. Imagine trap netting a 50" plus Muskellunge during a Spawning Survey, and releasing this magnificent fish back to the wild.

The Hamilton Chapter has donated nearly $10,000 to the Lake Simcoe Muskellunge Restoration Project (LSMRP) The LSMRP is a joint venture between the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resourses, Muskies Canada and Sir Sandford Flemming College to reintroduce a self-sustaining Muskie population to Lake Simcoe.

Meeting Location

555 Upper Wellington, Hamilton, ON

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Past Hamilton Chapter Meetings

September 08, 2010 Master Carver Jonathan Taylor of Frantic Big Game Tackle will be our guest speaker.
August 14, 2010Hamilton Harbour Kids' Fishing Derby
August 11, 2010NO MEETING Have a great summer.
July 14, 2010NO MEETING Have a great summer.
June 09, 2010Red October Baits Join us as Marc Arena, Hans Mann and friends talk about new baits, set-ups and a new video. They'll be bringing lots of baits, some in hard to find colours, and Red October shirts etc. Don't miss this meeting!
May 12, 2010Lure & Equipment Swap Bring any lures, reels, rods etc. that you would like to trade or sell.
Also a discussion about the opener. Where will you fish, what lures and tactics will you use. Come and share your thoughts
April 14, 2010Johnny Dadson
March 10, 2010 Jocelyn Leung of Angling Outfitters in Woodstock will be here to talk to us about the latest in electronics.
February 10, 2010Dan Sturges-CEO of Backwoods Rods