2012
Susan and I have
now retired from running the resort. Eventually, we will put the resort up for
sale, but for now we want to spend some time at SRR in the summer, go fishing,
and relax. I will continue to practice
medicine at a slower pace, but we are committed to exploring
LOCATION
Approximately 100 miles west of
Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada on Highway # 17, 6 miles past Upsala, turn left on
Blind Bay Road and drive straight for 7 miles (13 km) on gravel road. Do not turn until the very end. All the resort cabins and campground look out
on a beautiful bay of the
ACCOMODATION
8 very comfortable cabins,
most have two private bedrooms (2 twin beds per bedroom). Every cabin has a
private 3-piece bathroom and large kitchen-living-dining room. All bed linen, cookware and utensils are
provided. Every kitchen has a double
stainless steel sink, propane stove, electric fridge, and ample cupboards. All
cabins have full continuous electrical supply provided by our generators 24/7
with hot and cold running water from our 300 foot deep well drilled through
RESORT MOTO -"Leave Us
As You Found Us - CLEAN - the lake, the bush, the cabins"
The resort is kept extremely clean and we expect
our guests to maintain this standard. We
attempt to be environmentally friendly at every turn and you will not find a
cigarette butt, wrapper, etc. on our grounds - we all have to be responsible
for our environment. The mood of the
resort is extremely peaceful and quiet. An ideal place to relax in comfort and enjoy the outdoors. Our location is weatherproof - you can always
get out on the water to fish, regardless of conditions (except for lightning).
DOCKING
A good launching ramp and lots
of docking space is available. A large
spotless fish cleaning house, outlets for battery chargers, oil, regular
unleaded gasoline, and live bait (minnows are available May & June) are
available at the main dock. You must bring your own leeches and crawlers. Leeches
cannot be brought across the border and can be bought at
ACTIVITIES
Primarily
relaxation and fishing. Excellent walleye and northern pike waters (4 of each per person
per day-total possession, with slot limits).
BOATS
Basic 14 foot aluminum for rent with 9.9 HP motors by reservation ONLY.
Bring a cushion for total comfort. Most
of our guests bring their own "real fishin
boats" and we encourage this.
807-986-2381 radio-phone at the
main lodge which connects into the
Open
daily from 08:00 to 18:00 hrs. E.D.S.T. We stock a few grocery staples and basic
fishing tackle. 8 day regular Fishing
Licenses have always been available at the resort, but there is a possibility
that the MNR is only going to issue licences electronically in 2011, meaning
you should get your licence in
- all food-beverages needed, detergent, your
own bath towels, extra blankets, **many
rags**
- all your fishing tackle, rain gear, approved floatation vest, back up
battery & battery charger, 12 gauge extension cord
- clothing for hot & cold weather (25-100
deg. F.), bug spray, your own BBQ+fuel if desired
- gasoline & food brought across the
border can be taxed, many guests buy these in
CHECK IN TIME - **** CLOSED
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16:00 hrs. -
SAT. E.D.S.T. (unless other
prearranged) Central Time is 1
hour LESS
Note: absolutely no
services are guaranteed to be available prior to 16:00 hrs. Sat.
CHECK OUT TIME **** CLOSED ****
14:00 hrs. - FRIDAY
E.D.S.T. (maximum
stay is 6 nights)
PRICES -
Canadian Currency **** CLOSED ****
-$50 per person/night-day for first 6 days
-minimum fees/occupancy apply to cabins (one bedroom cabins
#7&8-$400; 2 bedroom cabins #1to5-$800; 3 bedroom cabin #6-$1800)
-block ice & fish freezers available 24/7 and it's FREE, minnows
$4.50/dozen (May&June only)
- 9.9 HP rental $30/day ; aluminum
boat rental $20/day
-extras - gas & oil, docking $4/day, ramp
$5/in&out, propane cabin heaters
-Campers/RVs; $25-40 per day/night per unit, reservation required, no
tents
-$100 reservation deposit required only for first time guests. Payment:
personal cheque (+$5 per US) or cash (CDN or US) – cash preferred - NO plastic
-NOTE :
1) The above prices do not include Canadian TAXES – Federal and Provincial-HST;
anticipate an additional 13% on top of your total bill.
2) Due to the
instability of fuel prices there may be an additional $20 charge per person per
week to partially cover the cost of running our diesel generators (water,
lights, power, refrigeration, etc.). Electrical generation forms a huge portion
of our operating expenses.
-You cannot bring any foreign soil into
-Leeches and minnows cannot be brought into
-If you are a US citizen and you are spot checked by Customs officers
you will not be allowed into Canada if you have a criminal record, have a
history of a DUI(driving while under the influence of alcohol) conviction, have
a firearm on your person, etc. If you have concerns about this aspect, contact
Canadian Customs with your specific details (1-800-461-9999 or www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca ). If you contact Canadian Customs in advance
special entrance permission can be granted for many individuals (for example:
if you have a DUI that occurred once or that occurred years ago). All
RESERVATIONS & QUESTIONS - **** CLOSED ****
Contact:
Susan & Bruce Sweet, email
: sweetb@tbaytel.net (PREFFERED from Sept. to mid MAY)
mail:
Phone: -from Sept to May: office 807-345-7555 (press
1 immediately & leave message)
Phone -summer- from May through August: 807-986-2381 (let it ring 12+
times)