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Our Story

About Us

Deep roots in Northwestern Ontario. A shared love for its wild, peaceful beauty.

Corey and Keri, owners of Pipestone Lodge, standing together by the lake

Corey & Keri — Your hosts at Pipestone Lodge

Meet Your Hosts

Welcome to
Pipestone Lodge

We're Corey and Keri — a husband-and-wife team with deep roots in Northwestern Ontario and a shared love for its wild, peaceful beauty.

We both grew up spending summers on the water. Corey worked at fishing lodges as a teenager, while Keri explored the lakes, camped under open skies, and collected minnows and tadpoles as childhood "pets." Life took us in different directions for a while — Corey headed west to hit the slopes of the Rockies and eventually trained as a dive master in Southeast Asia before returning to Dryden. Keri lived and studied across Canada and abroad, then built her career as an educator.

No matter where we went, the pull of Northwestern Ontario — and the lifestyle we grew up with — always drew us home.

The Beginning

The Weekend That Changed Everything

We met again in 2010, renovated a small cabin into our first home, and quickly realized we made a pretty great adventure team. Before long, we started dreaming bigger. For three years, we searched for the perfect opportunity to combine our love of the outdoors, fishing, and welcoming people into the wilderness we care so much about.

Then one weekend, while exploring the Pipestone–Clearwater chain, we learned that Art and Jenny — the longtime owners of Pipestone Lodge — were considering retirement. We quite literally jumped in a boat and headed straight to the lodge to introduce ourselves.

One conversation led to many more, and with each visit the island felt more and more like the place we were meant to be.

Pipestone Lodge island scenery

Continuing a Legacy, Building Something New

Today, we're honoured to continue Art and Jenny's legacy while bringing our own fresh ideas and energy to the lodge.

Our vision is simple: protect what makes Pipestone so special — its peace, charm, and natural beauty — while adding thoughtful upgrades to cabins, equipment, trails, and the overall guest experience.

What Drives Us

Our Commitment to You

Every decision we make is guided by these principles

Preserve the Wilderness

We are stewards of this land. Protecting the peace, the pristine waters, and the untouched beauty of Pipestone Lake is at the heart of everything we do.

Genuine Hospitality

We treat every guest like family. From the moment you arrive to the day you head home, we're here to make sure your experience is comfortable, memorable, and personal.

Thoughtful Upgrades

We're always improving — upgrading cabins, enhancing equipment, and refining every detail — while honouring the rustic charm that makes this place so special.

We can't wait to share this remarkable place with you.

Whether you're here for fishing, adventure, or simply to unwind, we hope Pipestone Lodge becomes a place where unforgettable stories begin.

See you on the lake!

— Corey & Keri

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