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INFORMATION AND WHAT TO BRING FLOATING LODGES |
Upon receipt of your deposit
- A confirmation package will be sent for your preplanning fun - included are fishing regulations and tips, customs procedures, planning tips as well as navigational maps of the areas most frequently used. The maps will be marked with a large number of possible tie up spots for your convenience. These are yours to keep. They make a great souvenir as you mark your trip and special notes on them.
First time?
- If this is you first time on Lake of the Woods in this area, we will take 2-4 people out in our boat to get them acquainted with the map reading and "rules of the road". This system works well because there are no distractions. We have a lot invested too, and would like to have you get off to a good start.
On Tuesday and Wednesday
- We make a 60 to 80 mile "Lake Run". With the VHF radios or cel phone on your boat, you can call in the evening before with a list of items you may need replenished or just plain forgot.
- Items may include: fresh bait, ice, groceries, liquor, etc...
- Supplies will be brought out to you at no extra charge.
- Garbage will be picked up.
Safety and Health Issues
- All houseboats are equipped with Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Drinking water systems are filtered to I Micron absolute with additional treatment.
- All boats have large holding tanks for toilets and grey water tanks
- Upper decks have child-proof railings and there are special life jackets for the kids.
- All engines, gasoline tanks and batteries are hidden out of sight and out of touch.
- There is no worry about taking small children aboard the houseboats.
- Many families enjoy a wonderful trip.
Easy to Find!
- Our base is located in downtown Sioux Narrows, Ontario, Canada.
- Floating Lodges base features easy loading of houseboats
- Close, safe, on site parking
- Concrete boat launching ramp
- Plenty of room for maneuvering the largest camper or trailer.
If any extras are needed - just ask - we will try our best to meet you needs.
Complimentary use of kneeboards and tubes is included upon availability.
What is furnished
- All boats are modern, clean and very well equipped.
- The full bathrooms have hot and cold running water and are completely stocked.
- The kitchens have oven/stove, microwave, fridge with freezer as well as another full sized freezer on all 44, 47, 54 and 60 foot boats.
- Sheets, pillows and blankets are provided for each bed.
- The boats have thermostatically controlled heat, 12 volt lights, AM/FM CD players, generators and TV-VCRs and DVD players.
- All roofs are sun decks accessible by stairs complete with steering station and picnic tables.
- If extras are needed - just ask - we will try our best to meet your needs.![]()
Enjoy these comforts of your home in the privacy of the wilderness!
What should I bring?
- Personal clothing and gear.
- Fishing tackle and food.
- The rest is supplied.
Things to Note
- One 16' boat is included with each houseboat. You must rent or bring your own motor, 10 h.p to 35 h.p.
- Or bring your own personal boat(s). The reason for the 16' boat and motor is safety - if you have any problems, you can do something for yourself immediately.
- The small boats also make fishing and exploring more enjoyable.
- Extra gas tanks can be supplied for personal boats. Use the fuel and pay for it or just return any unused portion.
Deposits
- Must accompany reservations.
- Full rental fee must be paid before leaving the dock.
- This may be paid by certified cheque, travellers cheques, VISA or cash.
- Sorry Mastercard cannot be accepted
- $300.00 of the deposit will be held back and returned at trip's end less the gas used.
ReservationsDeposit refunds
- Are usually needed - in advance, but give us a call anytime.
Making the Booking
- 50% will be retained and the balance returned providing a 120 day written cancellation notice is received by us.
- To make a reservation, call or email us. We will hold the boat for two weeks, but must have the deposit within that time.
- The confirmation package will be sent to you after receiving the deposit.
- Personal Cheques are fine for deposits.