Until the advent of lures, fishermen had to attract their prey with thoughtful gifts and expensive dinners. Explore modern methods of piscine procurement with today's Groupon: for $169, you get a guided daylong fishing expedition for two at IrishCreek Outfitters in Renfrew (up to a $340 value). Children age 12 and younger normally fish for free if accompanied by an adult.

For more than 30 years, IrishCreek Outfitters has led customers on fish-seeking forays across the fertile waters of the Ottawa and Bonnechere Rivers. The eight-hour day tour for two outfits nautical neophytes and seasoned line casters alike with a boat, a knowledgeable guide, and all equipment necessary for fishing, such as spray cans of river-nymph repellent. Midway through the expedition, guests head back to shore to stretch their legs and share a catered lunch. At the end of an idyllic day spent trolling tree-lined waters, IrishCreek will photograph the day's catch, which accomplished fin wranglers can proudly display or employ as a subtle warning to surly pet goldfish.