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  • Local legend Frank Kuiack is Algonquin Park’s last fishing guide. At 84, he considers his legacy and wonders who will carry on his work. #CBCShortDocs #TheLastGuide
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    Meet Frank Kuiack, the last traditional fishing guide in Algonquin Park. Kuiack carries a lifetime of stories and wisdom about the Algonquin. His magnetic personality, skills on the water and knowledge of the park’s intricate lakes and trails has inspired two novels.
    When Kuiack was eight-years-old, a group of American anglers offered him $5 to show them where to catch fish - and he’s been making his living as a fishing guide ever since.
    At 84-years-old and recently diagnosed with bone cancer, Frank’s health has taken a turn for the worse. While he’s attempted to train guides over the years and pass on his knowledge, the physically demanding nature of the job has turned away most potential apprentices.
    Kuiack’s niece, Sharleen, has shown a unique ability to go toe-to-toe with Frank on the water but, despite her ability and love for her uncle, she remains unsure how to carry on his legacy or whether she desires to be the next “Last Guide.”
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Komentáře • 781

  • @lollypop2413
    @lollypop2413 Před 2 lety +4

    The love of my life was a guide in BC when he was younger...well known. He only fished steelhead. The best thing i saw he climbed niagra falls track fully loaded with fish. He lived and breathed for fishing steelhead. He is addicted to drugs and i couldnt bear to watch it. This man reminds me so much of him. You have a wonderful awesome country Frank. Please pray for my beautiful friend id give anything for my fisherman and i to have a beautiful life together

  • @wolfmanjackal1427
    @wolfmanjackal1427 Před 2 lety +9

    RIP Frank. This documentary is the first and only time I've heard of you. But damn man, I love and respect the man you were. I'm not 52 yet and wish to God I could have met you. Don't even I ow why I'm weeping right now. Maybe because you've had everything I've ever dreamed of. Nature... Freedom... Peace... People who love you and whom you love.... All but nature are strangers to me. God bless you Frank.

  • @hellohello8556
    @hellohello8556 Před 2 lety +16

    Randomly onto this gem of a documentry. Humans can be the most beautiful and horrible things on this earth. Its lovely to have the chance to document, learn from and honour those beautiful people past and present. Best wishes to all. Rest in peace Mr Frank Kuiack. 🙏

  • @bryandeerkiss445
    @bryandeerkiss445 Před 2 lety +5

    Want a beautiful soul and to be willing to pass that experience to someone else is priceless. Appreciate your elders, the people who have the knowledge. Rare nowadays.

  • @gregsayers1566
    @gregsayers1566 Před 2 lety +9

    I spent part of a summer with Frank and Marie in 1984. Frank would walk fast and grab tiny strawberries in his huge hand without missing a stride. So great to hear his voice again.

  • @charliecurfman8859
    @charliecurfman8859 Před 8 dny +1

    There has never been a documentary more beautiful than this.

  • @christianslater8980
    @christianslater8980 Před 2 lety +64

    I am here working on construction bids listening to this documentary and trying to hold back the tears. It’s a damn shame professions and people like this are disappearing every day, every month, and every year. His love for his wife really got me. I thought I had this and my fiancé just left. Love like he and his wife had doesn’t much exist anymore. I wish it did! This man’s journey through life is amazing and glad a documentary was made about him. That way maybe the tradition will continue with someone.

    • @ericcartman2968
      @ericcartman2968 Před 2 lety

      were have i seen you before??? my name is Calvin i believe i met you somewere

    • @ericcartman2968
      @ericcartman2968 Před 2 lety

      it seems we are somehow linked i believe i saw you on omegle and we talked for quite a while im the one who loves permaculture and gardening i hope you see this

    • @a1f1l65
      @a1f1l65 Před 2 lety

      I understand the way you feel, I have been there. I now have a beautiful marriage to a wonderful woman. I prayed everyday that God would let me cross paths with a prayerful woman. He blessed me. I hope and pray the same happens to you.

    • @blunttime1089
      @blunttime1089 Před 2 lety +4

      I’m just 21 yrs old trying to figure out the world and I totally agree. I don’t see stuff like this very often in our modern world.

  • @rudybehrens9788
    @rudybehrens9788 Před 2 lety +189

    As you can see , it’s not just about fishing ,it’s about living. I’m 69 still fishing out of my kayak . I can feel every emotion that’s inside Frank . Incredible man Frank is . Great video

    • @overlandecuador8893
      @overlandecuador8893 Před 2 lety +1

      61 here, I share your experience.😎

    • @oldoutdoorsguy1157
      @oldoutdoorsguy1157 Před 2 lety +19

      At 79, I am no longer able to take part in the "love" of my life. I was born in the Appalachian Mountains of Central PA in February of 1943 during a blizzard, so the story goes. My dad had to go down the mountain to our closest neighbor and bring her up to our farmhouse to help with the delivery as the roads were all snowed shut both going down the mountain and all the way to the hospital in Harrisburg. I have certain memories of my life which will always be with me, and the smell and taste of the Wintergreen berry is one of them. When they mentioned the 3 leafed wild wintergreen in the video, I had a flashback to all of the Sunday afternoon walks my parents and I would take up into the mountain paths and, at 4 years old, I had already had a background in the forest and its treasures which my dad passed along to me on those walks. I would run ahead and find what we called "teaberry" plants, a low growing ground plant which bore a bright red with snow white flesh berry in the Fall, and I knew that it was OK to pick that berry and munch on it. I also knew which kind of birch bark was good to chew from the end branches of the twigs and small limbs, it reminded me of the old-time soda of the same name, "birch beer". Little things like these were important to a 4 year old boy who idolized his dad and learned much of what had instilled in his soul a lifelong love of Nature and the outdoors which is still alive in his heart today, in those memories of times gone by.
      I spent 7 summers of my life guiding for an outfitter outside of Ely, Mn, mostly in the Quetico Wilderness of SW Ontario during the early '70's, and this documentary of Frank Kuiack brought back so many memories of those few summers I spent in a canoe traveling throughout the vast area of lakes and portage trails, used by the Voyageurs, the "Runners of the Woods", over 200 years ago as they traveled across the north country setting their traps from the Great Lakes west to the Pacific coast and then retrieving their furs and traps on the return trip back to the different fur trading companies such as the Hudson Bay Co. and American Fur Co. to name a few. I felt so honored to have paddled and portaged over the same lakes and trails on which these brave outdoorsmen had traveled and trapped their way into history and had pioneered those areas of vast wilderness, which are still pretty much as pristine as they were when the trappers had blazed their way through unmarked trails and left "lob" trees as a signal of a trail head for those who followed in their footsteps many years later. I have witnessed signs of the last of the very few remaining "lob" trees still standing in sheltered areas of the Quetico park and the Boundary Waters area of Northern MI and MN.
      Yes, I too felt the "emotion" of Mr. Kuiak as he remembered his times in the outdoors living a life which was physically hard but so very worthwhile in its beauty and independence, for one who loves being where few have been before him. My only prayer now is to someday be able to hoist my kayak on my shoulders and take off across a wilderness portage one more time. I feel in my heart that I am destined to do this again, once a few other problems are sorted out concerning my lack of physical capabilities to make the trip. Until that time, I still have my memories to carry me on and those will follow me forever.
      And I can watch films such as the "Last Guide" and feel a companionship and a connection with people, like Mr. Frank Kuiak and angels on earth like "Knife lake" Dorothy Molter, who lived for 56 years in the Eastern part of the BWCA and was credited with saving the lives of more "adventure" seeking campers and canoeists throughout the "Man Chain" series of lakes during her lifetime of living on her little island camp that, after her death, the town of Ely, MN had moved her homestead from the wilderness of the BWCA down to a park in Ely and rebuilt it as it once was for a lasting monument to the brave and daring woman whose door was always open to strangers in need of assistance or help. And one of my paddles stood with many others, left there from those she helped or from visitors like myself who simply stopped by for a home brewed "root beer" and a chance to say hello and to thank her for being there for others.

    • @mikegrizzle3014
      @mikegrizzle3014 Před 2 lety +9

      Thoreau once said
      "Many men go fishing all of their
      lives without knowing that it
      is not fish they are after."
      I read this in grade school but never understood it until I was a grown man.
      This video is the embodiment of that statement.

    • @willieyoung4818
      @willieyoung4818 Před 2 lety +2

      @@oldoutdoorsguy1157 That story is wonderful and great to read. Thanks

    • @bobporterNFLD
      @bobporterNFLD Před 2 lety +1

      @@oldoutdoorsguy1157 Love your story. Thank you for sharing with us.

  • @Slaughtermelon87
    @Slaughtermelon87 Před 2 lety +25

    I imagine running into one of Frank’s hidden canoes would be very humbling. To know that the man who placed it there was once with us and left pieces of him to be found! Almost like he is always around you at the park, still guiding us. RIP Frank

  • @uralbob1
    @uralbob1 Před 2 lety +6

    Oh man, my heart is aching. Thanks for this beautiful film.

  • @doncherry2541
    @doncherry2541 Před 2 lety +48

    Words can’t describe the way I feel about this documentary. Thanks frank. We all know your rowing your canoe and catching the big ones up stairs. Rest In Peace.

    • @davemartelle4039
      @davemartelle4039 Před 2 lety +3

      I'm with ya Don.

    • @creamythroat
      @creamythroat Před 2 lety

      Keep dreaming there’s a wonderland after this life, you’ll disappoint yourself, but i mean hey, it’s always good to have hope in something or maybe a little bit of peace of mind

    • @doncherry2541
      @doncherry2541 Před 2 lety +1

      @@creamythroat the only thing disappointing is people like you… But hey there’s always redemption!!!

  • @saizikshoumik1263
    @saizikshoumik1263 Před 10 měsíci +3

    One of the rarest documentaries where you can feel the strong emotional connection and fail to hold back your tears. Wish I could have met this man. Speechless!!!

  • @hauntedheart7
    @hauntedheart7 Před 2 lety +2

    It's a honour to know you Frank. 💗

  • @steveneiderer5661
    @steveneiderer5661 Před 2 lety +4

    If you watch this and tears are not running down your face then you have a problem with life because this man lived his life

  • @waynesimpson2168
    @waynesimpson2168 Před 2 lety +40

    It was a real honour getting to know Frank and photographing him. Well done everyone, this documentary turned out wonderfully!

  • @karenatha7890
    @karenatha7890 Před 2 lety +26

    Grateful again for the way Canada funds films. And for the beautiful story of Frank. I hope his niece stays close to nature in these changing times.

  • @danielbell5487
    @danielbell5487 Před 2 lety +4

    Amazing story Massive Respect watching from UK England

  • @redclover7071
    @redclover7071 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Just watched this beautiful story of Frank's loves. . . his wife and Algonquin Park and the people that would come to visit and witness his bliss. My heart is happy but aching at the same time. Tears of joy and greatful to learn of God's gift and care taker of his creation. RIP, dear Frank.

  • @emitchell6730
    @emitchell6730 Před 2 lety +4

    As the old ones leave there are fewer to take their place. Then it hits me, I am one of the elders!! So much to teach and so few to listen!

  • @vanillagator
    @vanillagator Před 2 lety +6

    RIP Frank
    they broke the mold with your passing Grateful to the author and his niece for keeping his memory alive

  • @pcop2804
    @pcop2804 Před 2 lety +9

    If I knew who this man was before his passing I would’ve been absolutely honoured to be his apprentice. Hate to see such a great piece of Canadian history leave along with him. Truly devastating for us all.

  • @haroldcale4767
    @haroldcale4767 Před 2 lety +4

    Great story glad I seen this one. Thanks and may Frank & Mary RIP.

  • @russpawis4055
    @russpawis4055 Před 2 lety +7

    I'm a 6'5" 275 lbs. no holds barred kinda guy and this video kept me in tears! I have the most respect and honour for this man and the family carrying on the traditions.

  • @obwan7217
    @obwan7217 Před 2 lety +78

    The city dominated my life, but the wilderness is in my heart...This brought back many memories..I'm old now, not as strong as I once was so I rely on reliving through documentaries such as this one....Rest in Peace Frank.

    • @tiktokcancerous9974
      @tiktokcancerous9974 Před 2 lety +10

      I'm an old crippled farmer that lives out in the country mostly my entire life. It's sad to see how our country has become the past.

    • @DriftaBeatz
      @DriftaBeatz Před 2 lety +2

      ♥️♥️♥️♥️

  • @josephmurphy3685
    @josephmurphy3685 Před 2 lety +6

    This was the best thing I've ever seen on the internet. I'm so glad Frank passed his knowledge on. His life and experience need to live on.

  • @sofakingrp
    @sofakingrp Před 2 lety +45

    This dam near brings me to tears... People like frank are the people who make it worth living. Sadly these types are slowly becoming a lost lifestyle. Bless you frank!

  • @stevefisher2121
    @stevefisher2121 Před 2 lety +225

    I'm trying my best to hold the tears back and before watching this documentary, I had never even heard of Frank Kuiack; yet, I feel like I've known him all my life. Strange, how someone can make such a huge impact on you just from watching a video on youtube, but thank you Frank - I can only wish I had met you because you sir, are a one of a kind and a very special person. RIP

    • @jeffreystone7327
      @jeffreystone7327 Před 2 lety +6

      Amen 🙏🏻. My feelings exactly.

    • @Whelessry
      @Whelessry Před 2 lety +3

      Isn't that called nostalgia

    • @truenaturestormers2525
      @truenaturestormers2525 Před 2 lety +4

      Me too Steve, god bless ya. Have a great day.

    • @binghiboi8004
      @binghiboi8004 Před 2 lety +6

      Reminds Me of a Fishing Guide in Hayward Wisconsin named Muskie Bill. Legends Die Hard.

    • @PotomacPassageOolikhanna
      @PotomacPassageOolikhanna Před 2 lety +6

      You said that all so well, so poignantly put Steve; those same feelings precisely resonated in the same ways with me too. I am so thankful to have come across this documentary as a recommended video, and learn of and from Frank Kuiack. He is a true inspiration in learning how to live a peaceful life that is chock full of meaning, on one's self, family, and in giving so much to others, possessing the special kind of ability to teach in ways that can't be taught at universities, but only from life experiences and having a kind and nurturing heart.
      Frank knew how to live in the ways that so many of us long for but are afraid of taking the plunge to do. He knew how to live peacefully and and at the same time was chock full of meaning…in his own words - “There’s nothing more relaxing, I don’t think than sitting out there in the boat. I don’t care if I get a bite or not, it’s just I’m out there enjoying life.” - Frank Kuiack

  • @ryanmcgrath339
    @ryanmcgrath339 Před 2 lety +5

    We need more people like Frank in this world today.

  • @MNTNMAN-SUCA
    @MNTNMAN-SUCA Před 2 lety +3

    Thank you Frank. For getting sober, for teaching people, for allowing the rest of us to learn about your life and profession within Algonquin Park.
    God Bless and God's Speed.
    🇨🇦

  • @bruceburger4576
    @bruceburger4576 Před 2 lety +2

    Frank RIP !!! You Touched So Many Lives Over Your Lifetime & Forever !!! You Did Awesome !!!

  • @rnupnorthbrrrsm6123
    @rnupnorthbrrrsm6123 Před 2 lety +11

    I came to CZcams to check the weather quick, I just spent 45 min meeting a new friend, losing a good friend, being filled with pride for a friend I’ve never met, having my soul filled, crying like a baby and smiling until my cheeks hurt, envious of his niece and grateful for her in his life and I’m so incredibly happy Frank’s life was shared here for me to unexpectedly find and unable to stop watching !!!!
    I pray you are with Jesus and I thank you for the legacy you left and for all of the lives of sobriety you touched 🙏🏻

  • @stevemcvey393
    @stevemcvey393 Před 2 měsíci +1

    This man was and always will be amazing. To be one with the northwoods, a true live man that will continue through spirit. Good on ya Frank.

  • @healerondemand3464
    @healerondemand3464 Před 4 měsíci +1

    The end of a legend. Reminds me of my dad, he got me out there when I was really young. Made me sad but happy. Thanks Frank . Appreciate you and your niece for keeping it going. Tight Lines.

  • @MoosesValley
    @MoosesValley Před 2 lety +2

    ""Why can't they name a lake after her ? .... I don't wanta make a fire there when she's not around ..." Hats off up you Frank, you lived a hard life on your terms, battling the cold Canadian winters, close to nature, and your spirit lives on in the places you loved.

  • @MiKE-jz6jt
    @MiKE-jz6jt Před 2 lety +6

    What a hell of a man.. There is NO ONE who can stand next to him in comparison....JUST the way I would want to go..!

  • @michaelvanwinkle7919
    @michaelvanwinkle7919 Před 2 lety +2

    Thank You for the wonderful video celebrating the life of Frank Kuiack.

  • @jamesgibbs8827
    @jamesgibbs8827 Před 2 lety +2

    A beautiful old soul.. Lived life to the absolute fullest.. What a beautiful family and story. I wish I had met him.. God Bless you all.. Amen.

  • @jessiegoss3712
    @jessiegoss3712 Před 2 lety +3

    Hi, From Oklahoma saying this story is an awesome story of a very special persons life and style. Reminds me so much of my own dear Dad born in 1917 who raised ten of us kids and lived 91 years died in 2008. Dad loved the old ways and some of the new ones too. I use to work beside my Dad and I always wanted to do it the easier way and ask my Dad once why do you do it the hard way? He said what ever way you do it it still gets done. My Dad's word was always good. If he told you he would help you do something you could always know he would keep his word. Super dependable. He was always so helpful and lightened my load so many times. Miss him so much. Always thought my Mom was the strength of the family until Dad passed away. Then I saw Dad was the one who held our family together. Of course Mom was a big part of it but Dad was a family man and had many friends. I love these type stories. Thanks for sharing.. God Bless!! It's awesome you are doing the things he showed you. You will love life too. Your also a beautiful niece !

  • @shawnmacgregor2918
    @shawnmacgregor2918 Před 10 měsíci +1

    I have the book, it's signed by Frank. My Grandmother drove to Franks house and he signed it, she gave it to dad for Christmas and when Dad passed I got the pick of his extensive library. This book is my prize.

  • @00708046
    @00708046 Před 2 lety +17

    I've never been a great fisherman .
    When I was 15 I got a ride into the park with my best friend and we hiked and hich hiked from the Huntsville side to Lake Opeongo where we stayed camping for about 4 days. We rented a canoe at the store for $4 for 1/2 day ( 7-noon or noon to 9pm)
    It was a great experience that showed me I love canoes and kayaks in nature. I'm 65 now and kayak 3-5 times/ week 3-6 hours each time. My kayak stays on my car from late April to November so I'm always ready . Grab some water and a snack and go. I'm alone but never feel lonely .
    It's usually peaceful or sometimes a challenge but it's usually mind healing and good exercise .

  • @nedcarter6553
    @nedcarter6553 Před 2 lety +5

    This is a true fisherman he will be missed 😥😥😎

  • @Cindyscrossstitch
    @Cindyscrossstitch Před 2 lety +2

    Frank did what he loved. A life well lived. Rest In peace frank🌻

  • @marilynthomas3561
    @marilynthomas3561 Před 2 lety +2

    Frank your story is one I will always remember and share with my son's. I am from a family who love's to fish. My Grandpa Richardson was the Cheif of police of the city of orange. My Grandma was a natural when it came to fishing too. We had a cabin for 40 years in Baha Mexico and we all loved to fish. Your story brought back alot of memories. Thank you so much. Marilyn

  • @garrettmeadows2273
    @garrettmeadows2273 Před 2 lety +1

    There is a profound magnificence in simplicity.

  • @yukitogawa7675
    @yukitogawa7675 Před 2 lety +2

    A documentary film has got to be at this level for me to watch to the end. Bravo

  • @lauramater628
    @lauramater628 Před 2 lety +1

    I'm 60 I trapped , hunted and been a guide in Southern swamps and wandered all trough Yellowstone hiking and hunting. I watch what I eat and what I'm around just so I can see and do more. He has lived a good life doing what he wanted to do.

  • @hambirgerman
    @hambirgerman Před 2 lety +2

    Thanks Frank! I’m fishing for you this weekend.

  • @johnc.owensjr3947
    @johnc.owensjr3947 Před 2 lety +2

    John Owen's My heart & body tingle from head to toe after hearing the soft canoe oar (or paddle) sound.The loon, the bull elk, and the bald eagle make the sweetest sounds to my ears.The 1st 2 years I was a boy scout, I went to St. Ann du Lac miles north of Ottawa with Explorer & our Boy Scout troop 73. from western NYS for 2 weeks of fishing & looking for gold. I caught a 42 inch 12 lb.. pike 1 of those summers, brought it home, filleted it, & ate it with Family& Friends. To truly experience "the peace that passes all understanding", you must get outdoors!!!

  • @BuddhasSoul
    @BuddhasSoul Před 2 lety +2

    Fantastic.... If all of us lived such a rich and simple life what a world this would be.

  • @Thefishingplumber
    @Thefishingplumber Před 2 lety +2

    You can hear the genuine laughter from the clients when he wacked that 20 pounder, man this story really got to me.

  • @trevorsmith418
    @trevorsmith418 Před 2 lety +30

    Loved this!! Men like this are harder to come by then water in the desert. I have an 89 year old grandpa that just hiked angles landing with me in Zions national park. The man knows more about the park then all the rangers combined. If some one reads this and want's another fantast story to right a book about please reach out to me. The story's my G-pa can tell will truly blow your mind!

    • @gallgu624
      @gallgu624 Před 2 lety +1

      What stories do you have

    • @devinmosiuk5261
      @devinmosiuk5261 Před 2 lety +3

      Very intriguing statement trevor... I have ideas of writing books that our grandparents/elders were so secretive about... thing is once you become too secretive no one knows the real story!

    • @bobjohnson9559
      @bobjohnson9559 Před 2 lety +1

      I hiked that with my son one year during Spring break. I was 51 or so, not a easy trail at all. Your grandpa is "The Man" no doubt.

  • @fernandog.aguirre2791
    @fernandog.aguirre2791 Před 2 lety +2

    ........once I thought that I was brave enought to leave the city lifestyle and move to the southern part of Argentina, the real Patagonia and start a new and young life. I couldn't I wasn't brave enough. Today this amazing story came across and change my day and my life. My eyes were burning more than once. I sawa Frank's life, love, enjoyment, pasion and beig fullfiled by life and simplicity ....the same that brought love to him. Great video, amazing narrator what a great story! Alohas from Maui, Hawaii! This video is encouraging!

  • @123marlo
    @123marlo Před 2 lety +153

    What a beautiful and moving story of this guy Frank and I have met guys like him over here in Scotland and there’s none of them left and the world is a empty place without them and when I am fly fishing up in Northern Scotland for trout and I stop to brew up a cupa of tea and a fry up I always think of them and all good times and things they taught me just like Frank and now I try and pass on all my knowledge to my son and grandkids but I love stories like this it brings a tear to my eyes, peace and love from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 and tight lines 👍🥃🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🎣❤️

    • @noblestsavage1742
      @noblestsavage1742 Před 2 lety +7

      Isn’t there still the fella up at trieg?
      Greetings from Edinburgh pal👍

    • @plasmasun
      @plasmasun Před 2 lety +6

      Beautiful.

    • @jackiekinner3826
      @jackiekinner3826 Před 2 lety +1

      Eye.

    • @TomKirkman1
      @TomKirkman1 Před 2 lety +1

      You are the continuation of the chain. Your children, hopefully, will be the further continuation of that chain.

    • @ronaldagius5820
      @ronaldagius5820 Před 2 lety

      L LLP olp

  • @donnaplatten4038
    @donnaplatten4038 Před rokem

    The last of one of the most amazing guides of Algonquin Park and an amazing human being,
    Rest in Peace" & enjoy guiding all the fisherman in heaven, with your lovely Wife Marie, and your special place under the stars @Marie Lake with it'scrystal clear water & no one but U two the enjoy the peacefulness & beauty of your Wife Marie,sitting down, while, watching you fishing!
    Memories of my Dad, & his love of fishing for pike every weekend!
    Enjoy Heaven Frank
    And the fishing!

  • @modu1613
    @modu1613 Před 2 lety +13

    What a story!!!

  • @st05002125
    @st05002125 Před 2 lety +1

    Algonquin - one of the most fabulous national parks I have ever visited!!

  • @bearb4205
    @bearb4205 Před 2 lety +24

    Wow! What a person Frank was, sorry for your loss, thgt he wld make 109! Laughed, cried and rejoiced with him...What an ICON!

  • @poopcutta4040
    @poopcutta4040 Před 2 lety +1

    What a great story, what a GREAT MAN. RIP

  • @jeffreystone7327
    @jeffreystone7327 Před 2 lety +10

    Frank Kuiack; The Last Guide. Strange for someone I never knew, to have such an emotional impact on me. The true definition of a true man. From this short documentary, Frank Kuiack has enriched my life. I regret to have never been given the opportunity to have met him personally. R.I.P. Sir.

  • @52Pablo
    @52Pablo Před 2 lety +2

    WOW, what a beautiful life, beautiful man.

  • @riversideangler120
    @riversideangler120 Před 2 lety +6

    I can only hope to live as long as Frank and still be able to fish. RIP 🙏

  • @bradleyrobinson7552
    @bradleyrobinson7552 Před 2 lety +4

    Rest in Peace, Frank Kuiack. Sept 16, 1936 - May 4, 2021
    As soon as the title popped into my feed, I thought, "That must be the guy from Algonquin Park with the funny last name. Seen him in the Ottawa news over 20 years ago talking about the outdoors. He didn't look much different at 64 than he did at 82 at the time of this documentary. He had a good life in the land that he loved, the land that was a part of him.

  • @smelly.ballbag751
    @smelly.ballbag751 Před 2 lety +2

    RIP FRANK 🙏 GOD BLESS YOU PAL BET YOUR UP THERE FISHING IN HEAVAN love ❤ from Australia 🇦🇺

  • @KaizenEnergyUS
    @KaizenEnergyUS Před 2 lety +2

    How great. My Dad introduced me to the north woods, it's always been a pop part of my soul. Thx Dad.

  • @allengilby3054
    @allengilby3054 Před 2 lety +2

    What an absolute Legend!

  • @BKaneNp8
    @BKaneNp8 Před 2 lety +2

    Watching in Delaware USA. Thank you for introducing us to Mr Frank.

  • @elvis55555
    @elvis55555 Před 2 lety +2

    4:30 THAT is the purist expression of LOVE . Thanks for sharing his life!

  • @mikesullivan684
    @mikesullivan684 Před 2 lety +3

    This is a cross between my uncle Dean and my grandfather Francesco I really loved this story

  • @walkerhomestead6853
    @walkerhomestead6853 Před 2 lety +1

    What an amazing story. Thank you Frank 💙🎣💙🎣💙

  • @WyeExplorer
    @WyeExplorer Před 2 lety +2

    That was such a good story. Her rowing at the end said it all for me. And she even said his spirit was in the sound of the oars. Mark

  • @charliechild9361
    @charliechild9361 Před 2 lety +2

    Beautiful, absolutely beautiful.

  • @kitsmiller2
    @kitsmiller2 Před 2 lety +3

    This is the Best thing I have Ever Seen. ‼️✅👌

  • @osmanahmed8615
    @osmanahmed8615 Před rokem +1

    I go to cottage near Algonquin every year. This documentary make me love and protect our land and water even more. It’s just so precious

  • @nancymcgroarty3893
    @nancymcgroarty3893 Před 2 lety +1

    What a beautiful human being! Please God, give us more great souls like Frank.

  • @kimhansen8720
    @kimhansen8720 Před 2 lety +3

    I love Canadian fishing! Good clean fun, awesome show!

  • @ADVENTURESOFBZ
    @ADVENTURESOFBZ Před 2 lety +10

    The world needs more franks!!! To teach us!!! To show us how life could be!! To listen to. To cherish. A damn good man🙏💪💪❤️

  • @bryanpinto4051
    @bryanpinto4051 Před 2 lety +3

    patience to learn and to teach. THE ELDERS ARE FULL OF WISDOM> RESPECT THEM AND THE REWARDS WILL BE PLENTIFUL. You see the smile when talking about his niece. Priceless.

  • @cindyq52700
    @cindyq52700 Před 2 lety +1

    I absolutely love this beautiful memory of this mans life and his story!

  • @canucklehead0
    @canucklehead0 Před 2 lety +14

    Why is this man not a National Hero and Treasure? What an amazing life and what an amazing character he was. His niece Sharleen has big boots to fill but I see the same spark in her that was in Frank too, also never doubt a "ginger", that's one of my life lessons learned! As a society we have lost that "I can do that" attitude and also that toughness that comes from living and learning your environment. We are poorer as Canadians for not having enjoyed him more while he was with us, but we can enrich ourselves by acquiring the service and knowledge of Ms. LaValley the next time Algonquin Park calls. R.I.P. Frank Kuiack

  • @choppergeeza
    @choppergeeza Před 2 lety +2

    Bless you frank. One in a million

  • @rosscoplaybass490
    @rosscoplaybass490 Před 2 lety +1

    Fantastic story R.I.P Frank 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @FBall-im8ui
    @FBall-im8ui Před 2 lety +7

    WOW! I am a Portrait photographer, have been for 50 years, sen lots of works, The Portrait of the two of them, with him holding her face with his rugged hands, so gently, and them glaring into each others eyes is ABSOLUTELY STUNNING!! Much respect Frank! oh and the lighting is spectacular falling right into the mood of the portraits

    • @MrSham61
      @MrSham61 Před 2 lety

      Thought the same, one of the most amazing shots ever, worthy of an accolade

  • @johnnyblade4351
    @johnnyblade4351 Před 2 lety +2

    What a great man ......... What a great story ........ Brilliant & Thankyou for sharing .......... Lots love JBX

  • @danialkeefe4802
    @danialkeefe4802 Před 3 měsíci +1

    You live on thru the memory's stories of the people you have affected in the time you are on this earth Rest in Love Frank
    Even in a little country we're I live New Zealand
    Your a legend mate
    Kia kaha Matua
    Arohamai❤

  • @christomaritz8405
    @christomaritz8405 Před 2 lety +2

    Such a great live story. Thank you for sharing this great peace of your live with us.

  • @robertveith2255
    @robertveith2255 Před 2 lety +2

    This is a heart felt story !!!!!

  • @johnburton1406
    @johnburton1406 Před 2 lety +1

    guided for 9 years... a pleasure to watch this....

  • @darrenweber8704
    @darrenweber8704 Před 2 lety +2

    I've camped interior Lake Opeongo and other spots of Algonquin. God's Country for sure. Glad I stumbled upon this video. Frank has had a truly blessed life living on the lakes.

  • @DonQuixote7480
    @DonQuixote7480 Před 2 lety +2

    amazing cinematography, and a very moving story about a worthy man. honor Frank

  • @specag31
    @specag31 Před 2 lety +11

    My grandfather was a fishing and hunting guide around Bemidji,MN from early 1900s to 1970. Eight of us in his boat catching fish, except me LoL. He used that age old line that I needed to close my mouth. He told me, with a smile, that poached game was always sweeter. Turns out we come from a long line of Scottish Highlander poachers except for one family side that was headed by the Duke of Argyles gamekeeper in early 1800s. These ancestors immigrated to Kincardine, Ontario in 1849 and raised many Great Lakes captains.

  • @travelingdude33914
    @travelingdude33914 Před 2 lety +18

    Makes me miss my grandfather. What a fantastic man and I would have loved to fish with him. Sponsored 61 people in AA this man is a true Saint

  • @PROFISHERMAN26
    @PROFISHERMAN26 Před 2 lety +1

    What a beautiful documentary, frank new exactly what is the meaning of fishing!! Not about catching fish is the love for the outdoors n nature, REST N PIECE FRANK

  • @timlongstreet1801
    @timlongstreet1801 Před 2 lety +35

    As a outdoorsman this story is very touching and it brings back wonderful memories of my grandfather and dad taking me to Bob's Lake Ontario Canada and few other lakes up their every summer. What I would give to be fishing and hunting with them again.Our society was so much more caring and polite it truly saddens me to see what our world is devolved to. Thank you for this documentary

    • @everettfarr8036
      @everettfarr8036 Před 2 lety +1

      I'm 65. My parents took me to Bob' Lake 50 years ago a few times. I loved it. I understand what you are saying completely........

    • @timlongstreet1801
      @timlongstreet1801 Před 2 lety

      @@everettfarr8036 Thank you,memories from that time I cherish. Mortars camp is where we stayed and sometimes at Howard's. The log cabin at Morters where awsome.

    • @johnmyers8415
      @johnmyers8415 Před 2 lety +1

      amen kind sir

    • @PotomacPassageOolikhanna
      @PotomacPassageOolikhanna Před 2 lety +1

      I relate to the same feelings of you felt too, some of my best childhood memories are of remote summer fishing trips in Southwest Quebec and near Timmins, Ontario. The family memories, pristine wilderness, lessons learned, and removed from all of the negative and harmful aspects of society, was just priceless. Nothing can replace those kinds of experiences, and the value of that peaceful kind of living, like how Frank said: “There’s nothing more relaxing, I don’t think than sitting out there in the boat. I don’t care if I get a bite or not, it’s just I’m out there enjoying life.” - Frank Kuiack
      Frank knew how to live in the ways that so many of us long for but are afraid of taking the plunge to do. He knew how to live peacefully and and at the same time was chock full of meaning, for himself, family, and those he taught, and had the great pleasure of being guided by. Those are the kinds of experiences that can't be bought.

    • @DBUB-up3cu
      @DBUB-up3cu Před 2 lety +2

      My grandparents owned Buck Bay Canteen and Marina where Bob's Lake and Buck Bay meet .....I will always cherish the life they taught me

  • @LPSpooks
    @LPSpooks Před 2 lety +2

    This was so powerful I can't stop tearing. This documentary and Franks lovely life reminds me of my Pop.Pop Horace who was just an incredible fishermen and person as well. He past his knowledge to my father Horace the 2nd and he to me the 3rd. Now I have a son and will do the same. Pop.Pop Horace I will forever remember you and all you taught me! Salute

  • @rickjobin8241
    @rickjobin8241 Před 2 lety +3

    Wow this Doc of Frank Kuiack The Last Guide was so touching. I wish I would've know him before I saw this. I would've loved to spend time with Frank on a guided fishing trip anywhere. Shareen our so lucky to be part of his life and journey to carry on his legacy and experience. I hope to meet you to go fishing and learn more about all about you and Frank. R.I.P. 💔

  • @peggymiller9725
    @peggymiller9725 Před 2 lety +2

    My grandfather was also a guide in Park, new Frank well he was a great man! My grandfathers picture hangs in museum holding a 75 lb trout!

  • @muchlub
    @muchlub Před 2 lety +2

    this story has touched my heart.

  • @sarathscgartist
    @sarathscgartist Před 8 měsíci +1

    Mind blown by emotions. Well made film. Frank ❤

  • @aaronbenns9051
    @aaronbenns9051 Před 2 lety +2

    What a great story makes me want to go back to algonquian park again.

  • @catledoux5256
    @catledoux5256 Před rokem +1

    I seriously can't express how much I love this video Frank was an amazing man loved by everyone he will never be forgotten about we love you poppy🤍