Hello to all from the metropolis of Roseneath, Ontario!. We've had good reports on the new fishing regulations. Walleye in the slot size are plentiful and taste great. Bluegill fishing has been excellent with plenty of big ones. Those concerned about only being allowed 300 are finding that it's plenty to take home and are enjoying many meals while they're here.

Those crossing the US border have reported that conservation officers are checking their licences and pleased with the way our guests are packaging their fish. Here is a direct quote from an email received from a guest:

"First of all, thanks for a wonderful week this past week.  We had a great time with great fishing and look forward to next year.  This year at the Sarnia border crossing they had a check station set up with conservation officers.  Our officer was very accommodating and polite.  He seemed most interested in our valid fishing license.    After viewing those he asked where we fished and what our catch was.  We told him how many we had and he took a look in our coolers.  He was very complimentary on our packaging of the fish in the vacuum packs and thought they looked great.  He did not count at all.  We spoke to him about the size limit and he said when they are on the water they do not have time to look through a couple hundred fish to determine the difference between a 7  1/4" panfish and a 7 1/2".   I would not take that as a license to keep all big ones but they were most interested in a valid fishing license and proper packaging.  This type of enforcement is a good thing in my opinion, and this whole process only took about 10 - 15 minutes.  For those who try to be above board it only makes things better for all.  Just wanted to update you all in the event this information would be helpful to others who would be using your camp.  Thanks again and we hope to see you next year."  Keith and Jan Griffin; Coloma, Mi

New for 2011 Rice Lake Spring Fishing Festival! Spring Fishing festival Link Bookmark this page and look for details on this upcoming event

ALPINE RESORT has a new FACEBOOK page! There's a photo album with all the pictures of we took over the summer of 2009. If you had your photo taken with a fish, because you won a turtle race, balloon toss....whatever, find yourself and tag it. Become a fan and receive regular updates. Let us know how much you liked your stay at Alpine Resort and feel free to post your suggestions. Your feedback is appreciated! Link to facebook page

Why not join or start a discussion? Tell us your favourite ice cream flavours, fish recipes or even ideas on how to improve Alpine to enhance your vacation experience!

We're also on twitter so you can follow us there as well.

Although it's filling up quickly, we still have some openings so check out the availability page and see if anything works for you. Availability page

Elmhirst Resort is hosting a vintage boat show and all are invited to attend. The Vintage Boat Classic will be held on July 04....enter your vintage boat (boat and captain must add up to over 100 years) for the dockside walkabout and enter the Poker Run for prizes and glory. Entry fee includes a wrap up barbecue as well. Great day out on the lake for boat owners and spectators alike.

Here is one of the interviews done for tv to try to affect change to the new regulations

Chex tv Fishing regulations video

2010 fishing regulation changes

 

These boys worked very hard on this construction project!

Pleasure Craft Operator Card .

Currently, a Pleasure Craft Operator Card is not required in order to operate a rented watercraft. Instead, it is sufficient for a renter to complete a rental safety checklist. Take note however that some companies have made it their corporate policy to require renters to have their Pleasure Craft Operator Card. Alpine resort does not require you to possess a card to rent our boats although we do encourage it.

Non-residents only need to obtain a Pleasure Craft Operator Card if they are operating their powered boat in Canadian waters for more than 45 consecutive days or if the boat they are operating is registered or licensed in Canada (this includes rented boats). Boater Education Cards or equivalent certifications are recognized in Canada. Proper identification should be kept on board at all times to provide proof of residency.

For answers to questions on the pleasure craft operators card: Transport Canada website

For safety regulations go to Marine safety publications

I'm sure this view of Rice Lake looks very different from the one many of you have seen!