solopaddler Posted July 21, 2010 Report Share Posted July 21, 2010 (edited) With a busy spring and early summer behind us and finally settled into our new home, my little clan was long overdue for a trip north to the camp. Normally I would have been up 4-5 times already but this was the first trip of the year. Definitely a sight for sore eyes. In late May I rented a trailer and my dad drove a load of futon furniture up to the camp for me. It's been in our basement for a few years and we knew we weren't going to use it in the new house. Looks pretty good in the cabin I think. Never before have I spent such a hot week up there, wow! Even at 10pm the thermometer in the cabin was consistently over 30 degrees. Not so great for sleeping...but it made for fantastic swimming. My two little ones, 3 and 6 took swimming lessons all winter and spring. Twas money well spent, both of them took to the water like fish. My boat dock is pretty deep and never before have they had the nerve to jump off into the unknown scary depths. By the end of our first evening they were both at it non stop (although my little guy was a bit more hesitant than his big sister ) With the blistering hot weather we spent a lot of time at the beach. Had it all to ourselves for the whole week as well. Most evenings the kids flaked out on the boat ride back to camp. Fresh air seems to knock 'em out. Surprisingly (at least to me) the blueberries were already ripe. Pretty much every day Brendan helped his mom pick a cup on our point. The kids spent a lot of time as usual fishing down on the pump dock. They never caught anything but I don't think they cared. 'Course we did try our hand at some more serious fishing. With the super hot weather the fish were deep and fishing was tough during the day. We had our moments though. My lake is primarily a walleye lake and when the bite is tough a simple live bait rig with an air injected nightcrawler is money in the bank. That's generally how I'll rig the kids rods especially when there's a favourable wind to help with the drift. On one occasion we fished a small rockpile directly in front of the camp and hit over a dozen good fish, with both kids getting a few. While the frenzy was happening the wind whipped up and we endured a brief downpour. My girl didn't mind getting wet though. We had at least 3 doubles if memory serves. We kept 3 for dinner and cleaned them on the rockpile. (You can see the camp in the background) Fortunately my entire family loves fish. Of course I had to include the "money shot" LOL! My girl had a hot hand for much of the week fishing wise. No huge fish were caught, but good numbers of these guys kept her smiling: As mentioned it was blistering hot and more than once while trolling some deep offshore clay flats we jumped in to cool off. Freaked the kids out the first time but they soon got over it. With the crazy heat there were very few bugs even at sunset. We had more than one campfire while we were there, but our very last night was special. I never get tired of the view. It was a perfect way to recharge the batteries and spend time with the ones I love. Can't wait to get back up there next month. Cheers, Mike Edited July 22, 2010 by solopaddler Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kickingfrog Posted July 21, 2010 Report Share Posted July 21, 2010 So nice it had to be done twice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexcba Posted July 22, 2010 Report Share Posted July 22, 2010 great report. awesome pics looks like you had a truly relaxing and peaceful week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fish Farmer Posted July 22, 2010 Report Share Posted July 22, 2010 (edited) Man, you got a nice place. Couldn't be better than with the family. I see you burning the Sat Dish. With a place like that who would want to watch TV Thanks for sharing Edited July 22, 2010 by Fish Farmer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trevy727 Posted July 22, 2010 Report Share Posted July 22, 2010 ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL. HOW LONG IS THE DRIVE? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NAW Posted July 22, 2010 Report Share Posted July 22, 2010 That's a beuty camp you got there Solo. How many other camps on the lake? Sure does look peaceful up there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigugli Posted July 22, 2010 Report Share Posted July 22, 2010 Nice little corner of paradise you have there. Great place to share time with the young ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted July 22, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 22, 2010 ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL. HOW LONG IS THE DRIVE? 7 hours door to door. That's a beuty camp you got there Solo. How many other camps on the lake? Sure does look peaceful up there! There's a good number of camps on the lake mainly because of it's proximity to Rouyn Noranda (it's popular with the locals). Most of them, mine included are water access so it's still pretty quiet. The fishing is decent on the main lake if you know the tricks. The back lakes near the camp are just spectacular though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Posted July 22, 2010 Report Share Posted July 22, 2010 nice spot you got there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted July 22, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 22, 2010 So nice it had to be done twice. I know it's weird. I have no idea what happened there! Mod's please remove the 2nd post! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msp Posted July 22, 2010 Report Share Posted July 22, 2010 A St.Croix Avid & Stradic for the young lady...... you aint messing around! Feel good thread of the year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nipfisher Posted July 22, 2010 Report Share Posted July 22, 2010 Solo, I'm from Kirkland Lake which is only 40 minutes from Rouyn. All of the lakes East of Larder Lake are absolutely beautiful. I'm guessing because it is Quebec live bait (minnows) are not allowed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danbouck Posted July 22, 2010 Report Share Posted July 22, 2010 Just awesome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joey Posted July 22, 2010 Report Share Posted July 22, 2010 Mike, another steller report. You have a beautiful cottage and a beautiful family. You are one lucky man Joey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted July 22, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 22, 2010 (edited) A St.Croix Avid & Stradic for the young lady...... you aint messing around! Feel good thread of the year. You got that right. No kid of mine fishes with anything less. Solo, I'm from Kirkland Lake which is only 40 minutes from Rouyn. All of the lakes East of Larder Lake are absolutely beautiful. I'm guessing because it is Quebec live bait (minnows) are not allowed? I'm sure we fish a lot of the same lakes then. Many of the smaller back lakes I fish are actually in ON. Definitely no minnows in QC, although the only time I miss using them is late fall. The rest of the year worms and leaches work fine. Thanks for the kind words everyone. Edited July 22, 2010 by solopaddler Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asdve23rveavwa Posted July 22, 2010 Report Share Posted July 22, 2010 Fantastic family report, Mike!!! The photos tell a great story, as they should. Really nice spot, the fishing is just a bonus, from the looks of it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ThisPlaceSucks Posted July 22, 2010 Report Share Posted July 22, 2010 looks like an amazing spot solo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben_Daniels Posted July 22, 2010 Report Share Posted July 22, 2010 Cool report as always Solo, Thanks for sharing! -Ben Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarzan's Jane Posted July 22, 2010 Report Share Posted July 22, 2010 I needed to see a report like that. You do have a nice place (furniture does look great) and your family is your heart, nice to see that you get it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corvette1 Posted July 22, 2010 Report Share Posted July 22, 2010 great report mike awesome view of the lake from your cabin kids must love it there congrats on the eyes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted July 22, 2010 Report Share Posted July 22, 2010 Mike, glad to see the kids and the wife having a fun time after the move Although I'm looking forward to next week!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
torco Posted July 22, 2010 Report Share Posted July 22, 2010 Great report as usual Solo and a nice spot out in Quebec. Always enjoy reading your posts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted July 23, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2010 Mike, glad to see the kids and the wife having a fun time after the move Although I'm looking forward to next week!!!! You got it buddy, can't wait! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spiel Posted July 23, 2010 Report Share Posted July 23, 2010 Well no wonder you were able to escape with all the commotion in your life of late. You took the whole "Dang" family. Looks like a swell time for all and the new "cabin furniture" looks perfect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fish-miester Posted July 23, 2010 Report Share Posted July 23, 2010 great report! i sure wish i had a stradic when i was little.. wait I wish I had one now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now