For 76 years, he made a living as a fishing guide in an iconic Canadian park | The Last Guide

[@hambirgerman]

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

[@rudybehrens9788]

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]

61 here, I share your experience.😎

[@oldoutdoorsguy1157]

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]

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]

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

[@bobporterNFLD]

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

[@shawnmacgregor2918]

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.

[@wolfmanjackal1427]

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.

[@christianslater8980]

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]

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

[@ericcartman2968]

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]

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]

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.

[@jerryday8817]

It's 2024 now and no one can afford life anymore, I spend 4hrs a day driving back and forth to work I'm stressed out every day about finances ect.. I used to go fishing with my dad years ago back in the 80s and 90s I havnt been since, the more this world turns upside down the more I have this feeling of just getting back to what I know in my soul when life was simple, people were decent, this documentary put a lot in perspective. I hope you and your family are doing well.

[@hauntedheart7]

It's a honour to know you Frank. 💗

[@saizikshoumik1263]

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!!!

[@hellohello8556]

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]

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.

[@stevefisher2121]

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]

Amen 🙏🏻. My feelings exactly.

[@Whelessry]

Isn't that called nostalgia

[@truenaturestormers2525]

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

[@binghiboi8004]

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

[@PotomacPassageOolikhanna]

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

[@doncherry2541]

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]

I'm with ya Don.

[@creamythroat]

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]

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

[@karenatha7890]

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.

[@waynesimpson2168]

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

[@Chesleygirl]

Beautiful photos!!!

[@basedsalty6970]

Legends are made not born

[@BigKeithDog]

This documentary is so good!

[@uralbob1]

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

[@obwan7217]

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]

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]

♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@sofakingrp]

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!

[@danielbell5487]

Amazing story Massive Respect watching from UK England

[@garrettmeadows2273]

There is a profound magnificence in simplicity.

[@vanillagator]

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

[@charliecurfman8859]

There has never been a documentary more beautiful than this.

[@123marlo]

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]

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

[@plasmasun]

Beautiful.

[@jackiekinner3826]

Eye.

[@TomKirkman1]

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

[@ronaldagius5820]

L LLP olp

[@GeeTBase]

Eff this documentary. I didn't want to cry today. I don't want to realize that life is too short to sit around doing nothing but being depressed. I don't want see that I need to start making changes in my life. Damn this video.

[@kitsmiller2]

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

[@Slaughtermelon87]

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

[@CHRISDLAW-hw1mp]

They gonna make an AI of him aatch.. .

[@josephmurphy3685]

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.

[@fernandog.aguirre2791]

........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!

[@russpawis4055]

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.

[@haroldcale4767]

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

[@aaronbenns9051]

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

[@bearb4205]

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

[@jessiegoss3712]

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 !

[@frankgonzales2462]

WHAT BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES OF AN OUTSTANDING MAN!! IM IN SOUTH TEXAS ,BUT WATCHING THIS DOCUMENTARY MADE ME FEEL LIKE I WAS RIGHT THERE WITH FRANK!!! R.I.P. SIR WHAT AN IMPACT YOU MADE FOR A LOT OF PEOPLE!!! 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@steveneiderer5661]

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

[@jps55912]

Wonderful story and wonderfully told.

[@trevorsmith418]

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]

What stories do you have

[@devinmosiuk5261]

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]

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.

[@johnnyblade4351]

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

[@ryanmcgrath339]

We need more people like Frank in this world today.

[@emitchell6730]

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!

[@bruceburger4576]

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

[@allengilby3054]

What an absolute Legend!

[@erikmetsa6788]

What a great film. Frank reminds me of my grandfather and I so wish I could have met him. My heart goes out to his family. One person can make a difference.

[@michaelmercer2440]

What an awesome comment Erik. Yes Frank was a true champion guide

[@healerondemand3464]

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.

[@jeffreystone7327]

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.

[@gregsayers1566]

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.

[@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123]

I came to KZbin 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 🙏🏻

[@BuddhasSoul]

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

[@MNTNMAN-SUCA]

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. 🇨🇦

[@sarathscgartist]

Mind blown by emotions. Well made film. Frank ❤

[@peterrowe6055]

I stumbled across this video by accident and am so glad I did. Although I never met Frank I feel I have known him. I have had the privilege of knowing many northern Ontario loggers and fishermen over the years. My mother was raised in Port Arthur and Sault Ste. Marie and my father In Cobalt. As a young boy I fished the back country of Algoma and Thunder Bay with my father, brother and uncle. This story brought back memories that had been buried for years. Thank you.

[@carlosb3760]

Same here

[@michaelvanwinkle7919]

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

[@geoffoutdoors]

This was FANTASTIC

[@lollypop2413]

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

[@jamesgibbs8827]

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.

[@morskasvinja2049]

wow never heard of the man but this is an amazing from the heart more than a story its from the deep soul of this man.

[@ADVENTURESOFBZ]

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

[@walkerhomestead6853]

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

[@PeterMoore350]

A very stunning, beautiful and sad documentary. I cried and I marvelled. You’ve inspired me to travel to Canada but importantly to this place of beauty. Vale Uncle Frankie 😎💕

[@00708046]

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 .

[@jacqueline7118]

Incredible person that left an incredible legacy. He and Marie are under that pine at Marie's lake, together again, a wonderful love story of his whole life. RIP Frank. Thanks for sharing this story. :) :)

[@BKaneNp8]

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

[@canucklehead0]

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

[@johnburton1406]

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

[@TerlinguaTalkeetna]

I'm 64 and been a working river guide on the Rio Grande for 40 years (not continuously) as of this year. I learned from men and women that came before me and the younger folks are taking into the future. Like Frank I still love being outside and sharing stories with the tourist that don't know shinola. Some of them are fine human beings! Love what you do....... Thanks for posting this for all of us that need to know about people like Frank and Sharleen

[@nikprimo1]

I whitewater/fly fish guide on the Gunnison from the Black Canyon down to Grand Junction. It's the life!

[@st05002125]

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

[@johnc.owensjr3947]

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!!!

[@JonathanSchwartzColfax]

Beautiful story

[@kimhansen8720]

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

[@travelingdude33914]

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

[@DiabloOutdoors]

Very beautiful and inspiring documentary.

[@timlongstreet1801]

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]

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]

@@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]

amen kind sir

[@PotomacPassageOolikhanna]

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]

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

[@k1j2f30]

Wonderful and beautiful story! It so much brings back memories of my Gramps, who sort of raised me in the late fifties through the early seventies. He taught me all I know about the outdoors in Wyoming, the prairie, the mountains, the rivers and lakes and all the wildlife. He would take me everywhere with him and when I was about six or seven years old he taught me how to shoot a .22 rifle. He would pick me up after school and we would go hunting, what ever was in season, ducks, pheasants, deer and elk. He taught me how to trap too, and when nothing was in season we would go fishing or just shooting cans. He, was in many was similar to Frank in that he was a big man, but he was always polite and a true gentleman. He loved to teach anyone and especially young people, the ways of a true outdoorsman. We also spent many an evening skinning and stretching hides or cleaning guns and fishing or trapping equipment. He handed down to me a wealth of information and knowledge of all things wild, including the land. I have used all the knowledge he taught me throughout my life, for the last 60 plus years now and gratefully, I passed in on to my two boys that are now men. My Gramps instilled the true beauty of nature, the wild lands, and all of the flora and fauna that live in and around them. Hardly a day goes by when I don't think of that great man, the sportsman...the outdoorsman! By the way, I still have that Remington model 511 ScoreMaster .22 rifle he taught me to shoot with. I have fired 100's of thousands of rounds through that old gun, and I can still shoot off the burning end of a cigarette at 25 yards...he taught me well!

[@modu1613]

What a story!!!

[@jameskeal8957]

The story of Frank touches the soul of most people. As touching as anyone one could ever dream of being. One has to have the heart to learn from someone like Frank and he had the ability to see what was in someone's heart. And those who didn't have that heart to learn he turned away. May this incredible man be remembered not for what he did but for what he knew. Thank You for sharing this great story. He's knowledge was great and I'm thankful someone holds his knowledge closely to their heart. His knowledge will guide you as if he was with you. Our bodies will die but the soul guides us. Thank You, once again for sharing Frank's story to us all.

[@Jonny-nr1pp]

Absolutely beautiful story.

[@pcop2804]

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.

[@thefishtankguy5066]

enjoyed every minute of this documentary

[@FBall-im8ui]

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]

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

[@marilynthomas3561]

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

[@charliechild9361]

Beautiful, absolutely beautiful.

[@johnstenmo6931]

Although sad, this brings joy to me.

[@WyeExplorer]

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

[@KaizenEnergyUS]

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

[@MiKE-jz6jt]

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..!

[@rickjobin8241]

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. 💔

[@yukitogawa7675]

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

[@52Pablo]

WOW, what a beautiful life, beautiful man.

[@groundzonepilot7536]

Absolutely enjoyed watching this. What a wonderful man and life achievements he accomplished. Wish I spend my life as happy as Frank was, each and every day.

[@DonQuixote7480]

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

[@TysonSugihara]

What a beautiful story. Thank you.

[@christomaritz8405]

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

[@alexclaar475]

Absolutely amazing!! 5/5⭐, 👍👍👏

[@captainandrewcrabtree]

Great story... oh the adventures and beautiful days Frank was able to experience... Rest in peace Frank! 🙏 🐟

[@muchlub]

this story has touched my heart.

[@robertveith2255]

This is a heart felt story !!!!!

[@bookerdaniel2058]

Incredibly thoughtful and compelling storytelling- so much respect for Frank and his legacy. Thank you CBC. Thank you Frank for showing us what it looks like to live in peace with the planet.

[@scooterglass4497]

Truly a beautiful story and well done.

[@The58stupot]

Astonishing story. RIP Frank, a true legend. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@BuserODL]

I love you Frank. Thanks for giving all you had to helping people see the world from a different angle. Teaching people to appreciate and value the world around them instead of letting it slip by. What an incredible life and what and incredible man that lived it.

[@frankciurca5593]

As a past guide myself, it's hard but rewarding work, congrats my friend, keep going.

[@mrbuzz593]

I'm struggling to find the right words here. Beaming with pride for a man I never met. Thank you Frank, for setting an example and being undeniably yourself. Thank you CBC for producing this extremely important and powerful Canadian story. Algonquin is where my mind drifts to when I need to remind myself about what life's priorities are. I hope to make him proud, and I hope to share my experiences of such a special place with people like he did. We have such an incredible country and such incredible people. Thank you to everyone involved with this project, it means more to me than you know. I'm marking it on my maps, see you out for a paddle on Marie's lake.