PRIZE WINNERS - 36th Sportsman's Dinner & Dance

	Membership Appreciation Prize Package (over $3,500):		Winner
	Thank You To:
1	All Canada Shows	Booth at 2016 Minneapolis All Canada Show	PROCYK'S ANGLERS PARADISE LODGE
	Patricia Regional Tourist Council	6 Month Banner Ad on 2 websites of the Patricia Region Tourist Council
	Sunset Country Travel Association	Free 2015/16 Bronze Level Membership or Free 2015/16 Retail Membership
	Red Lake District Publicity Board	Free 1/4 Page One Colour Ad in 2016 Highway 105 Adventure Guide
	Woodland Web Design	Graphic Design Service for 1/4 Page Ad in 2016 Highway 105 Adventure Guide
2	Municipality of Red Lake	Swag Bag	Jerrick Ash
3	Molson Breweries	Large Patio Umbrella	Richard Cameron
4	RL District Chamber of Commerce	$50 Chamber Bucks	Terry Harapiak
5	Red Lake Publicity Board	Ducks Unlimited Duck Statue	Stacey Fleming
6	Northwest TimBr Mart	Fire Pit	Bill Paryniuk
7	Huron Flight Centre	1 Introductory Flight	Lachlan Smith
8	Marnie Ratz - Slipada Designs	Slipada Necklace	Lee Wright
9	Telesky Taxidermists	Sheepskin	Don Aiken
10	Molson Breweries	Large Travel Bag; Travel Cooler; Tshirt & Hat	Tia Wilson
11	Township of Ear Falls	Swag Bags	Gord McIntyre
12	Norseman Laundromat	$22 Wash & Fold Gift Certificate	Cathy Uhrina
13	Goldcorp Recreation Centre	One Year Weightroom Membership	Gary Ryan
14	Forever Green Gift Boutique	Gift Basket including $100 Gift Certificate	Ticket 035
15	TJ 's Kwik Stop	3 Burner BBQ Cooker	Makela Si
16	Huron Flight Centre	1 Introductory Flight	Beau Peters
17	Bellezza Hair & Esthetics	Gift Basket	Klaus Stakowski
18	RL District Chamber of Commerce	$50 Chamber Bucks	Jason Ratz
19	Woodland Caribou Provincial Park	Swag Bag	Joyce Buckler
20	Molson Breweries	Large Travel Bag; Travel Cooler; Tshirt & Hat	Kelly McIntyre
21	Norseman Car Wash	$20 Gift Certificate	Tiffany Coffey
22	Supreme Auto Body	Portable BBQ	Antonia Stanley
23	Red Lake Regional Heritage Centre	Membership RLHC & Ceramic Picture	Holly Nichol
24	Goose Bay Camp	25 Dozen Minnows	Jackson Veala
25	Colin Knudsen Optometrist	Ladies Vera Wang Sunglasses	Brittney Stenson
26	Red Lake Career & Employment	Woodplatter	Cathy Quesnel-Loessl
27	Loon Haunt Outposts & Outfitting	$100 West End Grocery Certificate	Colin Knudsen
28	Tru North	Power All Deluxe Portable Power Bank.	John Williams
29	Municipality of Red Lake	Swag Bag	Peppi Pace
30	Molson Breweries	Coors Retro Banquet Cooler	Tx 282 Howey Bay Resort
31	Acklands-Grainger	Tool Kit ($300)	Tx 210 Supreme Autobody
32	Nungesser Lake Lodge	Nungesser Lake Lodge Swag	Steve Gulliver
33	Mimi's Esthetics	Esthetic Basket	Tx 137 Viking Island
34	RL District Chamber of Commerce	$50 Chamber Bucks	Laurie Marcil
35	Goldcorp Recreation Centre	One Year Pool Membership	Tx 128 Viking Island
36	Huron Flight Centre	1 Introductory Flight	Tx 019 Goldcorp
37	Sling-Choker	Camping Package	Tx 138 Viking Island
38	Davis Tax Preparation	Electric Fillet Knife	Kyle Donaldson
39	Norseman Inn	$100 IGA Gift Card	Dan Kincaid
40	Township of Ear Falls	Swag Bags	Blair Patterson
41	Molson Breweries	Large Travel Bag; Travel Cooler; Tshirt & Hat	Tx 034 Goldcorp
42	Sydney Lake Lodge	Sony TV	Tx 021 Goldcorp
43	Tangled Hair Design	Gift Basket	Tammy Cameron
44	Red Lake Plumbing & Heating	Bradley Automatic Smoker	Terry Bursey
45	Norseman Car Wash	$25 Gift Certificate	Nathan Herbert
46	Nature's Inn	Gift Certificate for One Night Executive Suite With Jacuzzi	Marcel Marion
47	RL District Chamber of Commerce	$50 Chamber Bucks	Dan Baughman
48	Tim Hortons	Coffee Maker	Richard Brownman
49	Viking Island	Bench	Rena Kaartninen
50	Norseman Laundromat	$22 Wash & Fold Gift Certificate	Tx 041 Goldcorp
51	Howey Bay Motel	$100 Gift Certificate	Janette Harapiak
52	English River Miners	XXL English River Miners Jersey	Rob Cameron
53	Huron Flight Centre	1 Introductory Flight	Derek Coffey
54	Morgan Fuels	$500 Travel Voucher with Carlson Wagonlit	Geri-Lynn Gilbert
55	Gillons Insurance	Stihl Brushcutter	Tx 281 Howey Bay Resort
56	Norseman Inn	$100 IGA Gift Card	Stephanie Wright
57	Chimo Air Service	Turbine Otter Sightseeing for up to 8	Rocky Sandberg
58	Norseman Floatplane Festival	Set of Collector Norseman Floatplane Festival Posters	Doug Vandusen
59	Viking Island	Water Tube	Laura Deschamps
60	Amik Outpost	Tin Firepit	Brad Molloy
61	Norseman Car Wash	$20 Gift Certificate	Melissa Cameron
62	Norseman Laundromat	$22 Gift Certificate	Teresa Rea
	Platinum Sponsorship Prizes
	Goldcorp Red Lake Gold Mines  (Terry Bursey)	$400 Chamber Bucks & First Aid Kit	Lise Treau de Coeli
	Goldcorp Red Lake Gold Mines   (Terry Bursey)	$400 Chamber Bucks & Fire Extinguisher	Martene Herbert
	Viking Outposts (Hugh Carlson)	Weekend for 2 @ Viking Outpost (Fly-in, Boat & Motor)	Rylie Pace
	Red Lake Travel/Bearskin Airlines (Karen Pace/Linda Lesnick)	$500 Gift Certificate to be used  toward a Vacation Package & Trip for 2 Between Red Lake and Winnipeg with Bearskin Airlines (To be used in conjunction with each other)	Florence Carlson
	Chimo Lodge & Outposts              (Birgit Wilson)	Sightseeing & Dinner for 6 People	Gwyneth Carlson
	Multicrete, Northern Waterworks & Superior Airways  (Mike Gauthier & Chris Leblanc)	Holland BBQ ($2,200)	Kevin Harland
	Lakeside Marina/Yamaha Red Lake Marine/Lund (Mike Smith, Don Aiken    Bob Uhrina & Gary Williams     )	Lund A-12 & Yamaha 4 Horse 4 Stroke	Stephanie Wright

36th Annual Sportsman's Dinner & Dance

We're Rolling Out the Red Carpet for this year's

36th Sportsman's Dinner & Dance

Saturday, May 2 2015 at the Red Lake Royal Canadian Legion

 

It's a Red Carpet Affair as we celebrate the vibrant tourism industry of the Highway 105 Region; Perrault Falls, Ear Falls & the Red Lake District!

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The Sportsman’s Dinner and Dance is critical to raising funds that allow the Red Lake District Publicity Board to promote tourism extensively throughout Canada and the United States.

 

We are excited to announce:

ENTERTAINMENT: TIN PAN ALLEY

Thunder Bay, ON

 

"James Brown, Queen, The Beatles, Black Crowes, ACDC, and Fleetwood Mac; on ONE stage, is the experiences you will live and feel at a Tin Pan Alley performance.  Tin Pan Alley is always hunting for songs that you never hear often enough-but wish you did!

Their ability to fuse the rhythms and songs into their seats is like non other - you won't believe it until you've seen it... and once you've seen it, you want more!!  Versatility, with the ever changing musical styles - Tin Pan Alley is not the status quo.  There is a conscious effort to make a Tin Pan Alley experience different each time - but a party all of the time.  Their style is not only within their song choices and influence, but also with their "look".  Tin Pan Alley's band members are always dressed to the 9's, keeping their image modern, spicy and sultry but with a twist!"

Visit Tin Pan Alley:  

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Tin-Pan-Alley/691848877567298?fref=ts

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOadpdhEG4YPTYlSpx4TxFg

 

 

 

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It’s time once again to gather for a night of

 

GREAT FOOD * LIVE ENTERTAINMENT * AND AMAZING PRIZES

 



 

 

 



Report from the 2015 Sportsman Show Season

by Sophie Castonguay

Every year come January, the Red Lake Publicity Board gets in gear to go represent its members at the American Sportsman's Shows. Tourism in Red Lake is largely centered around its numerous camps and lodges that specialize in fishing, camping and hunting. The great majority of tourists that come to Canada for fishing are American and so, we seek out Sportsman Shows in the States near to us that may be interested in coming up to enjoy the beautiful unspoiled Canadian nature.

This year, the Red Lake Tourism Board went to three Sportsman's Shows....
one in Chicago,  Illinois, one in Fargo, North Dakota and one in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

All were definitely worth attending!  Although some of the camp owners that we represent take the time and energy to travel to the States to the shows to promote their lodges personally, many don't have the time and energy required to do so. This is where the Publicity Board really works its magic at attracting new customers to come frequent the local camps.

If you've never been to a Sportsman's Show, the sheer magnitude of these shows is awe inspiring! These are Big shows! There's an area for boats, water toys and four wheelers, another area for campers, rv's and ice fishing campers and I'm just getting started...

Then, there are the booths. Booths for fishing lodges, hunting camps, there are food vendors, camping supply vendors, fishing and hunting supply vendors... anything that would appeal to people who love fishing, hunting and camping, you name it....it's there! Plus, there are activities for kids and workshops for both young and older on topics ranging from: Trolling Tips & Secrets to Tactics to Boat more Fish to How to Walk Among Deer Unnoticed.

This company was overhauling vintage campers!

All shows were well attended and although not all Americans are brave enough to cross that border and come visit us in the Great White North, all agree on one thing: Canada is gorgeous! So many pure lakes, so many giant fish, so much peace and freedom from our wide open spaces and fresh air.

The range of show attendees we chatted with at the show included many who were regulars to the Red Lake and Hwy 105 Region. Lots of outdoors men and women return to their favorite camp or lodge every year and have been doing so for many years. Once they get acquainted with the friendly hosts and staff of the camps we represent, they are loyal to that camp for years and years to come and they recommend that camp to all their friends and family. According to our camp owners, the rate of return of happy customers in the Red Lake region is upwards of 85%! That says a lot about the dedication of our camp owners!

Father & Son Bonding at Excellent Adventures

Other people we met at the show were families looking for an escape out of the big cities and the mostly lake-less lands of the north central USA to give their kids a taste of the great outdoors. This is a great idea and the Red Lake Region is definitely the place to come together as a family and bond over unforgettable moments spent in nature.

Many residents and camp owners of the Red Lake District notice that the number of families coming to their camps has greatly dwindled in the past years. Many claim that this is due to today's youth being addicted to technology and constantly on their phone on Facebook or playing online games.

Well, as a person that loves nature and is also apparently addicted to the information super highway, I have great news..... Many of our lodges and resorts have wifi in the lodges and many even have cell range and access to data! So, the best of both worlds can be had down hwy 105!

Of course, I'm not suggesting that everyone take to the outdoors in our beautiful fun filled natural environment to be glued to their phone or laptop and not enjoy nature! What I am proposing is to coax your technology addicted children and teenagers into a family getaway by reassuring them that the internet can be available at the resort you choose.

Next thing you know, they will come out of the basement, into the light of day and suddenly will be too busy reeling in the big fish or roasting the perfect marshmallow to even think about being on their phone constantly. Or else, they will simply be Facebooking, Snapchatting, Tweeting or Instagramming their big catch to their peeps to show off their catch.... and really, what's the harm in that!?

The view from Sunset Lodge

All in all, the 2015 Sportsman Show Season was very successful in promoting our beautiful region to the North Central USA area. We met many folks who dream of coming to the Red Lake area this year to enjoy our nature and partake in fishing, camping and hunting in our region.

Many Americans now armed with our brand new 2015 Adventure Guide and brochures from HWY 105 camp and resorts will now actively be planning their Northern getaway. We are eagerly anticipating your arrival if you are one of these people and will welcome you with open arms to our treasured Canadian landscape!

Winter is Here: Outdoor Activities to Thrill All

Winter has set its snowy blanket over Red Lake and area. Although we have not been hit hard with crazy amounts of snow like Boston, there is no denying that winter is here to stay. Of course, that doesn't mean that the fun is over in Red Lake... There are plenty of outdoor activities calling to you to keep busy, active and energized this winter.

Five Lakes Lodge offers
 a complete ice fishing pkg

Ice Fishing

We are proud of our many lakes in the area that are teaming with fish. Don't let winter stop you from going out there and catching the big one. Some people claim that winter is actually the best time to fish in the area! Whether you are looking for trophy lake trout, whitefish, northern pike or walleye, you can find them by dropping your fishing line down the ice hole.

Imagine seeing your tip up flag popping up when a fish strikes your bait, the excitement of running to your ice hole and reeling in the big one. Some say it's like the fish are swimming in a barrel up here!

Many people set up portable or stationary ice huts that protect them from the wind and cold and improve the ice fishing experience substantially. If you don't have such a hut or don't want to fly or drive it to Red Lake, plenty of  resorts in the area offer ice fishing packages that are sure to give you the experience of a lifetime.

Rent a cabin or go with a full American Plan and walk out from the lodge to your ice hole or snowmobile out to a rented heated ice fishing shack. Then, get ready because it won't take long for your line to get a strike!

Snowmobiling

If snowmobiling is more your speed, there are many miles of groomed trails in the Red Lake region. Welcome to our winter wonderland... The Trailmasters Club grooms our trails all winter long and keeps them in good condition. They also host a snow poker derby every year. Red Lake can be accessed off the A trail between Dryden and Sioux Lookout on the L301. Read more about snowmachining in Red Lake on the Northern Ontario Travel Website here.

For very interesting accounts of snowmobiling and winter life in the area, head on over to Viking Outpost's blog. You're sure to be riveted by the tales, videos and photos, I know I was!

Cross Country Skiing

We are fortunate to have an active x-country skiing club in Red Lake that maintains trails in the area. Whether you decide to ski to and on McKenzie Island's 30 km of trails, on the 4 km loop at the golf course or go for a short loop on your lunch break at Centennial Park, the Red Lake Cross Country Ski Club relies on membership fees to cover the costs associated with trail maintenance and grooming. Head on over to their website for lots more information on trails, how to become a member of this volunteer based organization and check out their programs. Special events such as moon skis transform the cold winter into a magical wonderland.

So come see us this winter, come join in the winter fun and be rewarded with rosy cheeks, a healthy glow and memories that will last a lifetime!

Fall in Red Lake & Perrault Falls: Savoring the Season

Summer seemed to fly by! Don't you think?
Fall is already here and with it the first frost of the year this morning as captured by Howey |Bay Resort  on their very active Facebook page in this picture...
Check out their website to see more of the beauty of Red Lake.

The salt bins and the shovels are already coming out of hiding and although we undoubtedly still have nice days ahead, the inevitable winter is just around the corner...

Mike Yutzy and Ron Larson working hard at Viking 

How are our members dealing with the change of season? After a busy summer of flying guests in and out of fishing resorts and camps, some of our members are now cleaning up their camps, repairing and making improvements to docks and buildings and winterizing their lodges. Viking Outposts recently re-roofed their lodge and are now preparing for moose hunting. Read more about their excellent packages on their website.

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27 inch fish caught by Jeremy

Most camps are still going strong this autumn and welcoming guests for fall fishing and hunting.


At Loon Haunt Outposts, they have great Walleye fishing in |September. The action is fast and furious, seeing many fish over 20 inches. Most of the action is at 21 feet deep and below their waterfalls. Check out more info about what's been going on this fall at Loon Haunt Outposts on the News of their website.

Bob Snow enjoying fall fishing at Golden Hook

Other camp operators like Golden Hook Camp still have their cabins all full and guests are enjoying great fishing on Gullrock Lake. From their Facebook Page: "Survived another change over and waiting for a couple more cabins of guests to show up. Camp is full of repeat guests that have made their second trip for the season. We are having cooler temps, but sounds like lot of people are having cooler temps then normal."

Sleepy Dog Cabins in Perrault Falls is still hosting guests this September and one of them caught a rare type of fish this fall. This fish is a trophy Red Horse Sucker that was caught on Wabaskang Lake this year. How thrilling must that have been for this fisherman! Read more about the fun guests are having at Sleepy Dog on their Facebook page.

Whatever you're doing this fall, hope you get to enjoy the beauty of nature in Red Lake, Perrault Falls and Ear Falls before our lakes and forests go to sleep for the winter... 

Here's a beautiful sunset captured by Grace Kearny at Sandy Beach Lodge on Trout Lake. Check out more Northwestern Beauty on the Sandy Beach Lodge website here or on their Facebook Page.

Summer: In Full Swing

We are in the full swing of summer here in Red Lake and looking forward to an event packed next few months! Although there has been more rain than usual this year, everything is green, growing well and we have a low forest fire risk at the moment so that's good! Here are some highlights as to what's been going on and what's to come this summer in Red Lake...

Transition Red Lake

Red Lake Municipality Community Gardens: 
Community gardens dot Red Lake and the surrounding communities of Cochenour and Balmertown. These gardens are growing very well this year and providing fresh veggies and greens to local gardeners. For only $25, gardeners can rent a plot to grow vegetables for the summer. The friendships that grow along with the plants are what really make these community gardens stand out and the knowledge passed down from member to member is what makes the gardens so valuable.

Red Lake Farmer's Markets:
We are blessed in Red Lake this year to have 3 sources of fresh fruit and vegetables coming at us from the Northwestern farmers of Ontario & Manitoba. Every second Friday beginning July 11th there is a Fruit truck offering quality fruit and vegetables starting at 10am at the Howey Bay Motel. Every Tuesday starting July 22 until October, there is a fresh vegetable trailer from Manitoba that will be offering a wide variety of veggies in Balmertown at Diane's Gas Bar. Every Saturday starting at 10am, there is a market in downtown Red Lake at the Legion where local vendors can set up and sell their baking, plants, crafts and wares. As of the beginning of August until October the Northwestern Ontario Farmers will be attending once a month at the Legion and will help create  a much larger market for the shopping pleasure of all in attendance.

Norseman Movie Night:
This Friday, July 18 2014 kicks off the annual Norseman Festival with a Family Movie Night at Centennial Park.Grab a blanket and a chair and come check out the Lego Movie under the stars. It all starts at 9:30pm and admission is by donation. Sponsored by Rubicon Minerals.

Norseman Rocks the Runway:
Saturday July 19 is the festival at the airport. This fun packed day for aviation lovers and music lovers will include an aviation memorabilia exhibit and a static aircraft display at the airport including a Harvard II, a CL-415 Water Bomber as well as a variety of other activities. In the evening, starting at 7pm, it's the annual Rock the Runway Concert; this year featuring the country sounds of Manitoba artist Nelson Little and Band. Get more info about this event here: Info Rock the Runway

Norseman Festival Weekend
July 25-27 is the traditional Norseman Festival in downtown Red Lake which made its debut in 1992. This year, the Festival weekend kicks off with the annual slow pitch tournament and an outdoor Beer Garden.

On Saturday, downtown Red Lake will be transformed into a festival area. Howey Street will be closed off and taken over by a mix of vendors, buskers and entertainers as well as games, contests, inflatable activity centres and the festival's signature Norseman Express children's ride. Norsemans and other floatplanes will be on display at the docks, Norseman rides will be available at bargain prices and a mixture of fly by and float planes will add lots of atmosphere to this aviation festival. In the evening, Much Music will set up for a Family Street Dance and at nightfall, fireworks over Howey Bay will crown the festival.

Sunday will be more relaxed with a brunch, downtown activities and the Slow pitch tournament finals closing off the festival. Get all the scoop on this event here: Info Norseman Festival

Coming in August....

Pilot Training:
As of mid August, the Huron Flight Centre will be starting pilot training at the Red Lake Airport. Whether you want to obtain a recreational license, a float rating, a private license or a commercial license, Jason Brent, the chief flight instructor will be offering training in Red lake in 2 week period increments. For more information and to sign up for this training, you can call the Canadian Aeronautical Flight College at 519-542-6599 or go to www.huronflightcentre.com

Golf Tournaments & Horse Races:
There is lots going on this summer at the Red Lake Golf Course. On Fridays there is horse racing and weekends bring many tournaments and special events. For the full schedule, go see their website here: Red Lake Golf Course

Fishing Tournament:
The Red Lake Fall Classic is a popular walleye fishing tournament in Red Lake and it is already sold out for participation in the tournament. You can certainly attend the Red Lake Fall Classic on August 30 & 31st and participate in themany fun activities surrounding the tournament. Get all the information here: Red Lake Fall Classic Fishing Tournament

Red Lake Entertainment:
As of early August, tickets will be on sale for the Red Lake Wildnerness Entertainment Series which features concerts starting in September. This year the series presents awesome performers such as The Corb Lund Band, John Mann, Ken Lavigne, Chantal Kreviazuk and more! Get more Info here: http://www.redlakewes.com/

I could go on.....but I think I'll leave it at that for now...
As you can see, there is lots of action going on in Red Lake this summer and we hope to see you having fun with us here. For an up to date list of all the activites going on in Red Lake, check out this calendar of events on the My Red Lake Website Calendar of Events