Dredging the creek….

There’s only one way to improve the docking…

…when the water is low.  I posted these pictures a while back but due to technical issues the post was lost.  Anyhow, this past October we finally bit the bullet and did a bit of digging to enhance our docking areas.  By the way, don’t attempt this without all the proper permits (Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Ministry of Natural Resources, VBL checkbook).

dredging creek at vermilion bay lodge
Everything dredged up needed to be hauled down the road.
 
 
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dock dredging
Before......
 
After...
 

The results might be hard to show…

…the pictures don’t really tell the whole story.  At least two dozen truck loads of sand, muck, logs and loon shit were pulled from the docking areas.  In the after shot you might notice the spit of land at the corner has been removed….more docking potential on the floating docks.  Getting things back in shape next spring might involve adding a few more dock fingers and some shore work…..we’ll see.

Some other fall projects that happened…

 

cabin upgrade
Metal roof on cabin six.

 

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New roof on cabin five.
new garage roofing
New garage roofing.

 

 

 

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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.

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