And the winner is…………..

April 14th proves to be the correct date for ice out in Vermilion Bay. This beats the previous record of April 17th.

I actually thought yesterday was going to be the day but it was not to be. Shown above is some of the ice that blew into the creek mouth with the strong winds. What you can’t see is the “Walleye Highway”, which was socked in with ice. Let’s see who the winner is………….

……..none other than artist Charles Weiss! Previously well known for his colourful spandex wardrobe and artistic talents, Chuck can now add “clairvoyance” to his resume! A fabulous “mystery grand prize” awaits Charles when he arrives at VBL this summer. New trousers perhaps………?

In a close second (he was the second person to guess the right date) is the one and only Neil Hull….not to be confused with the even more famous “Racing Hull”. Shown above with a large pike-like fish, Neil has a passion for lake trout, pike, guys from Green Bay, and his computer. Well done Neil!…….a valuable VBL momento awaits you at the lodge.

Last, but not least, is the “Bean Queen” Loveda Mitchell, island-woman…….famous for her baked beans featured at our Sunday Night Fish Fry. Loveda is pictured above, holding her husband Keith……….

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Testimonials

If you’re looking for an outstanding vacation spot for the serious fisherman or a family get away you should consider Vermillion Bay Lodge on Eagle Lake, Ontario Canada. We have stayed at many lake resorts over the years, but none offer the simple pleasures of this one. The lake is large enough and holds enough fish for the most adventuresome fisherman and yet easy for local family fishing for young children. Bring your own boat or use one of the aluminum boats (20 hp) at the lodge. Boat dockage is well protected from the wind and allows easy access to the water.

What sets this lodge apart from most others is it is always clean, well kept with lots to do including paddle boats canoes, bon fires in the evenings and a just plain friendly atmosphere.

Bruce & Sally