TRIP PLANNER
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THE CAMP
Haskins Bay Fly-In is operated as a light housekeeping (self-serve) camp. Only one group is booked at a time and there are NO fulltime staff or guides on site. Your group will have the camp to themselves!
Guests have use of all camp facilities as well as boats/motors, canoes, fishing kayaks, and recreational kayaks. Gasoline and propane are supplied by the camp. Your group return flight from Flin Flon, Manitoba to Haskins Bay is also included in the package and will be booked for you.
Otherwise, guests are responsible for providing their own supplies (groceries, beverages, fishing gear/licenses, bedding, etc.) as well as cooking, cleaning, and general operations (such as fueling/driving the boats, operating the generators, etc.) while in camp. All fishing and activities are self-guided.
Min/Max Group Size
Due to flight costs, we require a minimum of 4 guests. Smaller groups may attend the camp however, they will be required to pay the rate for 4 people. Haskins Bay Fly-In is licensed for a maximum of 8 guests.
Facilities
There are two cabins at the camp for guest use. The bunkhouse provides 10 bunks, a shower and sink with hot running water, and a woodstove.
The cook cabin includes a sink with hot/cold running water, fridge/freezer, stove, utensils, pots and pans, dishware, a large dining table, a sitting area, and a woodstove. There are also a BBQ, 3-burner propane cooker, and propane fryer available for outdoor cooking.
A large deck off the cook cabin and a fire pit area provide ample space for outdoor gathering.
A new composting toilet facility was added to the camp in 2023 and is located near the cabins.
A solar system provides power for both the bunkhouse and the cook cabin. Gas powered generators are available to power the hot water heaters and for any additional power needs.
The water available on site is non-potable and must be boiled prior to use/consumption. Your group may decide to pack in drinking water or bring an alternative method of purification, such as a filter.
Cell Service
An on-site signal booster provides cell service in the cook cabin. However, there is limited/no coverage once you are away from the booster or out on the lake.
Please also note that there will be little to no coverage on your drive to the Creighton/Flin Flon area. Service is available once you are close to city limits.
Boats and Motors
Four 16’ fishing boats are provided for guest use. All boats have 9.8 HP Tohatsu motors as well as padded swivel seats.
All boating/fishing is self-guided and guests are responsible for operating the boats. Under Transport Canada regulations, operators of the boats will need proof of competency (such as a Pleasure Craft Operator Card). Please refer to the Transport Canada site to ensure you are in compliance with regulations.
In addition to the motorboats, guests have use of canoes and kayaks. Our fleet consists of:
2 – 15′ Nova Craft Prospector canoes
4 – Wilderness Systems Pungo 120 kayaks
4 – Perception Outlaw fishing kayaks
We also provide spare paddles, bailers, and anchors for the motor boats. For the paddle craft, we provide paddles, bail bags (with rope and whistle), and small anchors.
LOCATION & GENERAL INFORMATION
Haskins Bay Fly-In is located on Florence Lake, approximately 25km north of Flin Flon, Manitoba as the crow flies. Florence Lake straddles the Saskatchewan/Manitoba border. The camp is located on the Saskatchewan side of the lake. Guests will require both Manitoba and Saskatchewan fishing licenses to fish the entire lake.
The lake is approximately 6km long, making it relatively small for a northern lake. The size makes for easy navigability and is ideal for self-guided time on the water.
The tea-coloured waters of Florence Lake provide excellent walleye, yellow perch, and northern pike fishing. Numerous bays, islands, and creeks create miles of shoreline to explore and ideal fishing conditions.
Haskins Bay Fly-In sits among a Boreal Shield landscape characterized by coniferous forest, exposed Canadian Shield rock, and countless lakes. You’ll share the area with wildlife common to the region such as beavers, loons, spruce grouse, eagles, pelicans, caribou, moose, wolves, and black bear, among others.
Our season is dictated by the weather and runs from late May to late September when the ice is off the lake. Average high/low temperatures during our operating months are as follows:
June 21°C/10°C
July 24°C/13°C
August 22°C/12°C
September 15°C/6°C
We average about 16 hours of daylight and right around 10 rainy days per month throughout the summer.
BOOKING YOUR TRIP
Our package options include:
4 Day/3 Night Stay (arrives Friday, departs Monday)
5 Day/4 Night Stay (arrives Monday, departs Friday)
8 Day/7 Night Stay (Monday-Monday or Friday-Friday)
Check our current Rates & Availability
Flight dates are set for Mondays and Fridays throughout the season. Having groups arrive/depart on a set schedule helps keep booking simple and flight costs down. If your group requires alternative flight dates, please reach out – we may be able to accommodate your request.
To book a trip, email us at info@haskinsbay.com, call/text Laura at 1-306-365-8407, or submit a booking request using our calendar and booking form.
We ask that your group designate one person as the main contact/group leader through which all communications regarding your booking will occur.
Deposit
We will require your desired dates and group size in order to create a preliminary booking. A deposit of $250 per person is required within 15 days of the initial booking to hold your dates. If the deposit is not received within that timeframe, your booking will be cancelled, and your dates released.
Once your payment is received, you will be sent a confirmation package including all the information you need for your trip.
Cancellation/Refund Policy
Full refund if cancelled prior to January 15th
Full refund, less a $250 cancellation fee, if cancelled after January 15th
Alternatively, payments may be rolled over to the following season
Insurance
Due to the sometimes unpredictable nature of the industry (weather, fire, flight delays, etc.) we recommend guests have trip insurance to cover any unforeseen costs associated with last-minute changes or cancellations.
We also recommend guests carry insurance that will cover evacuation costs in the event of a medical or other emergency situation.
Kids
Kids 12 and under pay 50% of our package rates. Children under 2 are free.
Note that kids rates apply only after the minimum of 4 regular-priced guests is met. For example, 3 adults and 2 children would pay the regular rate for 4 guests, and receive the discounted rate for 1 child. 4 adults and 2 children would receive the discounted rate for both children.
WHAT TO BRING
Guests are required to provide their own food, beverages, fishing gear, bedding, and supplies. Please review our Suggested Packing List to help you prepare for your trip.
Available at camp for guest use are fish nets, tubs, and universal fit adult life jackets (fit chest sizes 30-56in/76-142cm).
Payloads
The airline will book aircraft based on the number of passengers in your group. The aircraft and payload allowance for your group will be communicated to you once your flights are confirmed by the airline.
In line with industry standards, we suggest you plan for a cargo limit of 55lbs per person.
If you feel the payload provided by the airline is inadequate for your group, we can book supplemental aircraft at an additional cost.
Please note that if your group goes over payload or bulks out on the day of your flight, the additional aircraft needed to carry the overage will be at your cost.
GETTING HERE
Haskins Bay is fly-in only with no road access. Guests arrive via float plane. We will arrange your flights through Wings Over Kississing airline. Your flight will depart from their float base in Flin Flon, Manitoba. Flight time from Flin Flon is approximately 10-15 minutes.
Guests are responsible for getting themselves to/from Flin Flon. Flin Flon is accessible by well-maintained paved highways from both Manitoba (HWY 10) and Saskatchewan (HWY 106).
Approximate driving times to Flin Flon from larger centers:
Prince Albert, SK – 4.5 hrs
Saskatoon, SK – 6 hrs
Regina, SK – 8 hrs
Winnipeg, MB – 8 hrs
Brandon, MB – 7.5 hrs
The city of Flin Flon, along with the town of Creighton (located just across the border in Saskatchewan) offer full amenities and services. If you are in need of any last-minute supplies, you can find groceries, liquor, fishing licences, and other outdoor/fishing gear through local suppliers.
Please check days/hours of operation of local business prior to arrival. You can find links in the resources section below.
Arrival
Flights typically depart for Haskins Bay from the Flin Flon Float Base around midday. Flight times for your trip may vary and are subject to the airline’s availability and schedule. Departure times will be confirmed once finalized with the airline. Departure times are also subject to change (sometimes with very little notice) due to weather, etc.
We ask that guests arrive to the float base at least 30 mins prior to their flight time.
Please note that Wings Over Kississing operates on Manitoba time. During summer months, Manitoba is one hour ahead of Saskatchewan. We will communicate departure times in both Manitoba and Saskatchewan time.
Upon your arrival at camp, we ask that your group have one person designated to go through a camp turnover checklist with the departing group. This will ensure that all camp facilities and equipment are in good working order for your stay. The camp checklist will be provided in your trip confirmation package.
A guest manual is provided for your use while in camp. Please read this upon your arrival and familiarize yourself with how the camp systems operate.
Departure
On departure day, plan to be packed and ready for your return flight 1 hour prior to pick up. Again, flight times for your trip may vary and are subject to the airline’s availability and schedule. Departure times will be confirmed once finalized with the airline. Departure times are also subject to change (sometimes with very little notice) due to weather, etc.
Please refer to the departure instructions in the camp manual to ensure all pre-departure items have been completed. All garbage and recyclables must be double bagged and packed out. A dumpster is available at the float base to dispose of trash prior to your trip home. Recyclables can be donated to the Flin Flon Boy Scouts at the float base. Empty propane tanks and gas cans will also come out with your group. These will be refilled and returned to camp by Wings Over Kississing.
We ask that one designated group member go through the camp turnover checklist with the arriving group prior to your departure. We appreciate every effort made by the departing group to ensure the arriving group also has an enjoyable stay.
The arrival of your flight back at the Flin Flon float base will conclude your stay with Haskins Bay Fly-In. You can then make your way back home with memories to last a lifetime!
RESOURCES
Fishing Information
Sask HAL System – create an account and purchase your Sask fishing license online
Manitoba Licencing – create an account and purchase your MB fishing license online
Creighton Services
Rubi’s Outdoors – fishing gear and SK fishing license sales
Petro-Canada – fuel and SK fishing license sales