That's right, the ice on Indian Lake officially went out yesterday on May 19th! Joanna and I paddled a canoe up the river and into the lake just to see what was happening and found the lake totally opened up. Along shore in a bay we found a bit of ice about 20 feet in diameter still floating. It was thin and mushy and we had fun plowing right into it and poking it with our paddles. It was a couple of inches thick. We easily pushed our way around in it. I've never had the pleasure of doing that before. It was a great relief to finally see all open water.
So, all our upcoming guests can sigh in relief that you will have a lake to fish upon when you arrive. The plumbing to the two waterfront cabins and the fish house also melted and we have accessible water everywhere now. Whew!!
Today it has rained and rained and rained, a good soaking rain and lots of wind. We surely needed this moisture and it helps keep down any fire danger. We are thankful.
About Me
- John and Daryl Oberg
- John and Daryl both enjoy the great outdoors,so moving to Ignace, Ontario Canada was not a surprise, just a huge adjustment. Their new home in Canada is more remote than any other place they have lived. Each day offers a new adventure of meeting new people, facing a new challenge, exploring a new trail, visiting a new lake, or seeing different wild animals. They are so thankful to be able to have their middle child, Joanna, age 30, living with them. She is very much connected to the wilderness and is fanatical about dogsledding. They have found the Canadians to be warm and helpful folks. One of their greatest joys is hosting guests at the camp. It's especially wonderful to have visits from friends and family during the quiet winter months.
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