To enter Canada you will only need your passport or enhanced driver's license or a driver's license and a birth certificate. The 2024 Schedule is Open To reserve the specific dates, cabins and guides you would like to reserve, now is the time. If you need help planning your vacation we are here to help through the entire process. Looking forward to hosting you for a trip of a life time to Duck Bay Lodge and Lake of the Woods. It's spectacular experience from start to finish ..read more

The vaccine requirement for entering Canada has been cancelled. To enter Canada you will only need your passport or enhanced driver's license. 2023 Availability It's getting limited, but we do have openings. Here are some available options. Example: May 1-6 would be arriving on the 1st and departing on the 6th May The Walleye opener is May 20th and we have a couple spots starting that weekend through the end of the month June June 1-5 (1 cabin available, sleeps 3-4) June 4-10 (1 cabin, sleeps 6) July There is availability on most dates starting July 5 - 11 (1 cabin available, sleeps 6) July 1 ..read more

The vaccine requirement for entering Canada has been cancelled. To enter Canada you will only need your passport or enhanced driver's license. 2023 Availability It's getting limited, but we do have openings. Here are some available options. May The Walleye opener is May 20th and we have a couple spots starting that weekend through the end of the month June June 1-5 (1 cabin available, sleeps 3-4) June 18-22 (1 cabin available, sleeps 4) June 28 - July 1 (1 cabin available, sleeps 3-4) July There is availability on most dates starting July 14th through the end of the month August August 19-22 ..read more

In our recent e-newsletter we listed what we're most thankful for this year. At the top of our list we shared that it has been a challenging year for us personally, with some pretty major set-backs with our aging parents. We are endlessly thankful to our tremendous staff who stepped up when we needed to be away from camp this past summer. Jimmy took over Dave's role seamlessly, Jessica on the dock and guides Bill, Kerry, John and Troy kept everything running smoothly. And when Sheree had to be away, Melanie, Shamiso, Vanessa, Beth, Andrea, Emily, Maddy and Cheryl did such a great job, I don't ..read more

The border is scheduled to open August 9, 2021 to US travelers. What do you need to know to cross the border? 1) You will need to have proof of being fully vaccinated (Pfizer, Moderna, J&J or Astra-Zeneca are the only acceptable vaccines) and be 14 days past your last dose 2) Children under 12 — who aren't yet approved to receive a vaccine — will be exempt from the quarantine requirement after entering Canada and can move around with their parents if they follow public health measures. 3) You will need a negative COVID-19 molecular test, within 72 hours of crossing. Rapid tests and other ..read more

Ways To Turn Off And Go Outdoors The world is more connected than ever before, for better or worse. Although the Internet and improved telecommunications technology allow us to be in contact with almost anyone around the globe immediately, this can be useful and harmful. A recent study revealed that Americans spend up to 10 hours a day staring at screens watching television and surfing the Internet. While there are loads of benefits that come with our current dependence on technology, it also puts us in danger of missing some helpful experiences. The perks of unplugging are numerous, especiall ..read more

Our 2022 schedule is extremely tight, but we have opened up a few new dates as guest's move their reservations around. Be sure and check back regularly, as we will post new openings as they come up. Example: May 20-23 would mean you could arrive on the 20th and depart on the morning of the 24th. May 20-23, 2022 (1 cabin) June 22 - July 1, 2022 (1 cabin) July 2-7, 2022 (1 cabin) July 5-7 (1 cabin) July 23-26 (1 cabin) August 14-16 (1 cabin) September 21 - October 2 As new dates open up, we'll be keeping our Blog Post up-to-date with the latest availability. To get notified when your preferred ..read more

We are finally back welcoming guests to Duck Bay. Hoorah! Our first guest arrived after reasonable waits at the border and we couldn't be happier. Blake Hesli got our fish of the week border started with a beautiful 18" walleye. Blake - 18" walleye Blake - 22" Northern Diana - 42" Muskie Brieanne - 13" Crappie Jeff - 22" Walleye More to come ..read more

The Muskies are on Fire! In just a couple of hours last night, we pulled up 5 muskies, including this beauty. Want to get in on the action? Request your preferred dates ..read more

It's finally here....the border is re-opening The news we have all been waiting for is finally here. The US - Canada border will re-open to US citizens. "Ottawa now says that — starting Aug. 9 at 12:01 a.m. ET. — fully vaccinated U.S. citizens and permanent residents living in that country will be able to visit Canada without having to quarantine for two weeks." What do you need to know to cross the border? 1) You will need to have proof of being fully vaccinated (Pfizer, Moderna, J&J or Astra-Zeneca are the only acceptable vaccines) and be 14 days past your last dose 2) Children under 12 ..read more