Guest Channy Report post Posted March 6, 2012 We got in for Sat 10th or the Mon or Tues. Do we have to let them know what day we are coming? Do we need to bring the letter or just show up?Also have not been there for a few years and I can't remember how to get there. Anyonw care to post directions?THANKS!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ice Girl 1 Report post Posted March 6, 2012 with this warm weather, I have a feeling it'll be cancelled yet again...or you'll be walking in with slush/water up to your waist. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nateandrychuk 15 Report post Posted March 6, 2012 hey guys just hope for cold nights and its only march here we still have a ways to go before spring Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
naden 136 Report post Posted March 6, 2012 If your going later in the week I would deffenetly recommend finding a good way to pack in your gear, last year the trail was so rough I broke my hitch, tackle boxes, all my reels, and some plastic pieces in my auger. I was going as slow as I could with the sleigh but the trail was brutal. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Some Old Guy 968 Report post Posted March 6, 2012 I don't think it will shut down. There's plenty of snow to reflect heat right now. Slush maybe a concern on the lake. I would avoid drilling holes near trails on the lake. That way water won't ruin them. The trail I think will be a concern as warm snow, when packed, gives way quicker than nonpacked snow.I think the ice will be fine. Like was said, keep the nights cold!Roger Quote R.T.R. Respect the resource! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Foozer 194 Report post Posted March 6, 2012 Rain in the forecast tomorrow.Not sure if it'll rain out there, but rain always makes for an interesting outting. Quote Since we can not call female anglers "fisherman" We should just call 'em hookers..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Some Old Guy 968 Report post Posted March 6, 2012 Rain always makes it interesting. Rain+snowpacked road=In the ditch again...... I just can't wait to get in the ditch again......... Hey help me all of my friends..... Help me to get outta the ditch again.........RogerP.S. If you know what that is sung to, I dare you to try and get that out of your head!!!! Ha Ha! Quote R.T.R. Respect the resource! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Ol Big Moose Report post Posted March 7, 2012 The best squeers fishing I've ever had was in the rain. I highly doubt it will be cancelled there is still plenty of safe ice.. contact Lorne at lorne.kraft@ontario.gc he will have all your answers,he's also the guy that will be cleaning your fish Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Mattyh Report post Posted March 7, 2012 Can we just show up or do we need a letter or something? I haven't been there for a few years now and I see someone mentioned an acceptance letter. Thanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mykiss 28 Report post Posted March 8, 2012 No letter required (it helps to have it)...the crew has a master list at the lake. Ice conditions are great 45 cm....cold nights should help maintain conditions into the weekend,,,,,the person to E-Mail at MNR is jon.george@ontario.ca or call 939-3113Updates of conditions will be posted each night during the fishery on this site. Direction maps are available on request from MNR at the above E-Mail. The crew is at the lake for the entire fishery, The reason for packing it in at 5:30 PM is the crew needs to review the days data and set up for the following day. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WalleyeWayne 137 Report post Posted March 8, 2012 I'm 100% certain the event won't be canceled because of the weather. The warm weather will have a minimal effect on ice thickness...but yes there will be slush spots. The trail, as usual, becomes "sugary" after day #1 and continues to deteriorate after that to the point you are riding on mud. The drive out is where your trucks and trailers are going turn to brown driving through all the muddy quagmires as the sun melts the ice & snow on the road. Bring rubber boots for the lake and all will be good. Can't beat sitting in the sun in +15C temps, can yah? CYA Saturday - we'll be the ones BBQing deer steaks. WOOHOO!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Barrski 24 Report post Posted March 8, 2012 Never been to the lake, is the bush road identified or does it have a name?barrski Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Resource Pimp 60 Report post Posted March 8, 2012 Never been to the lake, is the bush road identified or does it have a name?barrskiHwy 500 something.......better known as the Burchell Lake road, then follow towards Nelson lake, you'll see all the vehicles on the road. Actually I think its hwy 802. Quote "If people concentrated on the really important things in life, there'd be a shortage of fishing poles." Click on banner to visit Bedas Lodge. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ice Girl 1 Report post Posted March 8, 2012 March 10th here too Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ice Girl 1 Report post Posted March 8, 2012 NO I lied, lol, I meant the 17th Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pro fisherman-Stud Muffin 420 Report post Posted March 8, 2012 Can't beat sitting in the sun in +15C temps, can yah? CYA Saturday - we'll be the ones BBQing deer steaks. WOOHOO!!!where ya fishing? i may come say hi and steal some steak. Quote 2016 Dog Lake Open Champion. Thunder Bay BASSmasters Vice-President Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Mattyh Report post Posted March 8, 2012 You have to enter the lottery and be accepted for a date to attend. However if you get ahold of the MNR I can guarantee there are openings on probably every single day other then the first two. Good Luck.Ya I entered and got accepted. I just seen someone mention bringing the acceptance letter that's all. I didn't know if we needed to print something out or just go there without it. Thanks for the info tho. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WalleyeWayne 137 Report post Posted March 9, 2012 where ya fishing? i may come say hi and steal some steak.LOL! I will pack a couple extra. Shouldn't be hard to find us just look for my nephew riding the sled around in circles endlessly. You may remember him from when we fished Pass Lake...? HAHA Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
