Gerry Cariou

Gerry is the Executive Director of Ontario's Sunset Country Travel Association and is an avid fisherman and nature photographer. Gerry has been writing about Sunset Country's varied travel experiences for over 20 years and lives these experiences year-round in Kenora, Ontario.

More Articles By Gerry Cariou

5 Essential Boreal Experiences in Ontario's Sunset Country

Freshwater fishing, forest hiking, and sunset views await in this pristine paradise

Remote Vacations in Sunset Country

Sunset Country is the epitome of the word remote. Here are 5 trips that will get you away from it all.

Hiking Trails in Sunset Country

Find the perfect place to connect with nature

A Guide to Sunset Country Museums

15 places to discover history on your next visit to Ontario's Northwest.

Enjoy Sunset Country's Fall Colours on Your Next Road Trip

Goodbye summer, hello autumn!

The Fascinating History of Ice Fishing in the North

The early days of ice fishing were a far cry from today's luxury ice castles.

The Incredible Snowflake: Facts and Figures

Is every snowflake really unique? Learn more!

Chasing Sunsets on Lake of the Woods

I've spent the last 11 summers cruising and fishing on Lake of the Woods. Here are my favourite images from the past decade—islands, shorelines, wildlife, and best of all: the sunsets.

Check Out How Things Have Changed

Or stayed the same...

Going Fishing in Canada?

Get the answers to your questions

Take a Road Trip at the Right Time

6 routes for viewing the fall colour change in Sunset Country

A Perfect Weekend Itinerary in Kenora, Ontario

Discover these top itinerary ideas and plan your own trip to Northwest Ontario today!

Fish Eagle Lake

68,000 acres, 70 miles long and over 400 islands

Cougar Controversy?

More evidence these elusive beasts live in Ontario.

5 Amazing Things About Spring

Spring is a welcome sight after a long winter in Sunset Country!

5 Obscure Facts About Northwestern Ontario: Were You Aware of These?

Here are 5 facts that most people don't know about Sunset Country.

Ontario Vacation Destinations: Sioux Narrows and Nestor Falls

Blueberries, walleye, and waterfalls!

5 Interesting Facts About Wolverines

Solitary, hungry, and vicious! Learn more about these amazing creatures.

Antidotes to the Winter Blues

The glass is definitely half full—even if the water is frozen!

Fall's Magical Transitions

What's behind all the changes?