I know it has been a long time since the last post on the blog but time really has passed fast. I have always tried to keep this blog about Manotak Lodge and fishing but I want to make one exception at this time if you don't mind. My mother passed away this past week and it really put things into perspective. Linda & I are very very lucky to not only have our own families to rely on during these times but to also have our Manotak family. My mother passed away from a long battle with cancer and it makes a person think about making sure that we experience all we can in life when we can. We were very fortunate that she had a chance to come up to Manotak and catch one of her favorite fish: Walleye. She taught me well. This sounds simplistic but the next statement is true: Go fishing with family and friends: SOON & OFTEN. You all should remember that we promised to give away a free trip to Manotak Lodge based on one of the winners from this past summers MANOTAK MASTER ANGLER CONTEST. From a random draw of names the winner is: TOR SAILE. We want to thank all of the fisherman this past summer for fishing hard to win but you know you are all winners because you fished at Manotak Lodge (OK, so we are biased alittle bit).
We have made some changes to our website and one of the changes that we are excited about is the new Welcom Video on our homepage. Take a look and let us know how we did. Yes, we were reading our lines but, hey, we are fisherman not actors. I think Linda looks great. This welcome video gave us another new idea that is coming soon. It will be another video so stay tuned. We would also like to thank everyone who commented on Trip Advisor and for the great reviews. We are now number 1 in reviews for Ontario fishing lodges. These reviews are very important for new guests and we are very appreciative for the comments.
We want to mention that weeks are really filling up fast so if you are on the fence about coming up to Canada to fish with us, please give us a call or email. It is only 106 Days, 1 hour, 32 minutes and 45 seconds until opening of the fishing season at Manotak Lodge. Can you feel the jerk on the line. Can you smell the Walleye frying in the pan. You are not dreaming, it happens at Manotak Lodge. Remember to watch for our Live Dock Video Cam starting in early May. I promise to blog more often.
Dave and Linda,
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear about your loss. That is a horrible feeling and we all feel your pain.I wish you guys the best you are good people and i know it will get better for you in time.
Thank You Chad. We never really know how we are going to feel until it happens. She loved to fish so each fish she now catches is now a trophy for sure.
ReplyDeleteHi Dave & Linda,
ReplyDeleteWe're very sorry to hear about the loss of Dave's mom. Transitions like this are tough, and we will pray for you and your families. Savor the memories, and lean on the Lord to give you peace.
Steve & Barb D.