Great Weekend for Snowmobiling
The conditions are good, the temps are good and it’s time to play. Load up your snowmobile and get out of town. Come north where the trails are not overridden. Take off from Timber Bay down to the North Shore or head towards Ely. We are just off the Taconite Trail which can lead you…
Read moreIce still Forming
Birch Lake is still making ice. Believe it or not, we are actually looking forward to the real cold weather that is expected this coming weekend. There is at least 6+ inches of ice, but there is still slush in many areas as well. Those who have been fishing, have brought in a few keepers….
Read moreSnow is Here!
It’s beautiful today! Finally received enough snow for a White Christmas! Lake is not frozen yet, in fact we can see open water from our house.
Read moreEnd of the Year Special!!!
End of the Year Special!! Make your houseboat reservation for the 2106 Season and receive this years rates! Put down your deposit before Dec 31, 2015 and your rate will stay the same as this year! Call now- 218-827-3682 or 800-846-6821 www.timberbay.com
Read moreEmpty Nesting
It’s time to get a way and enjoy the Fall colors. It’s interesting how many people we meet this time of year that are “empty nesters”. And most are having the time of their lives. It’s often a bit hard when the kids have returned to school. And after the tears are wiped away, the…
Read moreThe FISH are BITING!
Last Saturday was Minnesota Walleye Opener. And the fishermen did well. Many of the walleye were returned to the lake to grow a bit larger for next year. However, many limits of fish did make their way home with the fisherman. This weekend we are almost full. So more fishing information should be available soon.
Read moreICE OUT!!!
After the last two years we were a little shy to talk about “when will the ice go out?” The past two years the ice did not come off the lake in time for Walleye Opener. Which was the latest it’s been in many many years But fortunately this year the ice went out already…
Read moreWinter Weather looking warm
After the past few weeks being VERY cold, we are starting to see a heat wave come through up here in Babbitt, MN. This whole week is projected to have highs in the 20’s. However, they do not take into consideration the wind blowing off of the lake. But, we are still happy to have…
Read moreSnow is Coming!! Ely Winterfest!
In February it shouldn’t be “Post” worthy, but this year it is!! We are currently under a Winter Weather Advisory. Although we have more snow than many parts of Minnesota, we look forward to the chance of getting up to 5 or 6 inches. As I write this, the flakes are just beginning to fall….
Read moreNew Puppy at Timber Bay
Timber has a new buddy at the resort. “Guinness” is a Newfoundland puppy. He’s just a fuzzy ball of fur and fun. Timber is 11 yrs old and we decided it was time he have a new friend.
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