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.

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Big Muskie=Big fun

Experience muskie fishing in Sunset Country

Try a floating vacation in Northwestern Ontario.

Renting a cabin that travels on the lake.

Explore Sunset Country's Provincial Parks

10 easily accessible parks

Camping in Northern Ontario's Boreal

Rugged wilderness, beautiful lakes, great fishing.

The best multi-species fishing in North America.

Catch 8 species in over 70,000 lakes.

Skiing in the Boreal

6 destinations in Sunset Country for winter fun!

A Seasonal Guide to Birdwatching in Northwestern Ontario

Follow the flocks through every season in Sunset Country's Boreal forest.

Winter Magic in Ontario's Sunset Country

Unique experiences in Sunset Country

Going Fishing in Canada?

Get the answers to your questions

5 paradoxes about winter in Sunset Country

Things are not always what you assume.

Antidotes to the Winter Blues

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

The Incredible Snowflake: Facts and Figures

Is every snowflake really unique? Learn more!

Small City, Big Creativity: Experience Kenora’s Arts and Culture

With murals, music, and more, find out why Kenora’s arts scene shines.

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.

Explore the Trails Around Vermilion Bay

Hike the trails around Eagle Lake and Blue Lake.

Outdoor Medicine

Here's why experiencing the natural world is good for you—and your health.

The Promised Land: Best Muskie Fishing in Ontario

With 250,000 lakes, Ontario is North America's top spot for trophy muskie fishing. Your fish of a lifetime is out there—here’s where to catch it.

Summer Fun and Excitement Northwestern Ontario

10 things to do and see in Sunset Country this year.

Explore Sunset Country Towns & Cities

Explore the hidden gems of Northwestern Ontario, where scenic lakes, boreal forests, and welcoming small towns offer unforgettable road trip stops.