September 4, 2009
This one didn’t get away
We just had to share this terrific picture of a Walleye caught on Birch Lake this summer. (You can see a houseboat in the background.)
August 12, 2009
Plan Ahead for the Holidays
Just to let you know that the Bear Trap will be open for the winter holidays this year. The “cozy” cabins sleeps up to 18. So it’s a perfect winter wonderland getaway for the entire family.
August 7, 2009
Blueberries are Ripe!
Blueberries are in and waiting for you! There’s been great picking out on the lake. Snowshoe, Moose Point and North Bay have been great too. Pick for a pie, muffins or just to eat along the way. Picking berries can be the perfect cure for long work days, rush hour traffic and school around the corner. (And we’ve got some great vacation specials running for both cabins and houseboats!)
July 7, 2009
Bear in the Woods
We had an unexpected guest last week – as you can see. We don’t get to see bears so up close and personal that often. We were glad that we had the camera nearby!
April 13, 2009
z’UP NORTH REALTY
Beth has recently made a change. She is now a real estate agent with newly formed z’UP NORTH REALTY in Babbitt. It is located in the Babbitt Shopping Center. If you are thinking of purchasing some lakeshore or maybe a cabin, feel free to give Beth a call at 218-929-0940 or check out the website www.zupnorth.com
April 10, 2009
Summer Openings
As summer draws near, it’s time to begin planning your family summer vacation. We realize that a full week vacation is not always an option for families for a variety of reasons. To help accomodate schedules, finances and the importance of family time, Timber Bay Lodge & Houseboats are offering 3 and 4 day vacations in both the cabins and the houseboats through out the entire summer. Don’t let your summer pass you by.
April 2, 2009
Ely for the Olympics in 2016
Ely has officially announced its bid for the 2016 Summer Olympics. I know, it’s going to be a tough run, but it’s also going to be fun! We have lots of good reasons for why the Olympic Committee should pick them.
You can learn more on the Official Ely 2016 web site or on the video below:
We’re behind ‘em all the way at Timber Bay Houseboats & Lodge.
March 7, 2009
Winter Trail Report: Ely MN – March 6
Thanks to the Ely Chamber for sharing the latest trail reports. And if you’re heading up – we suggest you stay at the Timber Bay Lodge!
Snowmobile Trails
The 26 mile Stony Spur Trail: This trail was groomed Thursday night. The Secret Trail from the Stony Spur to Birch Lake is once again open and very beautiful. This trail remains in good condition.
Taconite Spur from Babbitt to Ely will be groomed by the weekend. The Taconite Spur from Babbitt to Giant’s Ridge was groomed on Wednesday night. Both in good to excellent condition.
The Bear Island Lake trail is in good shape. Watch for a small pressure ridge which popped up about halfway across the lake a couple of weeks ago.
The Tomahawk Trail & Local Trails: The trails have been groomed and are in good condition.
The Taconite State Trail and local snowmobile trails – Trail conditions remain very good with a 1-4 inch base. Groomers will be out again this coming weekend as needed.
Bear Island State Forest –These trails are in very good shape with a 2-6 inch base. Trail grooming will continue as needed.
Cross Country Ski Trails
The Hidden Valley Cross Country Ski Trails – There are over 15 kilometres of trails groomed and tracked at Hidden Valley. These trails are groomed and tracked regularly. You can expect great skiing conditions at this time. Please, no dogs on this trail.
Birch Lake Plantation is groomed for classic skiing but the deer are wild out there and favor running on the ski trails. Some great wildlife to observe, though, and conditions are still fine.
The Babbitt Golf Course Trails were groomed and tracked over the weekend. Conditions are excellent for both classic and skating.
The Norberg Lake loop was last groomed on 2/20, user tracks have kept the trail in very good condition. Due to staffing, the Becky Lake trail will not be groomed this winter. It is a wonderful loop for snowshoes and snow conditions are wonderful. Visitors continue to see otter, deer, fox, moose and wolf tracks in the park.
The North Junction trails are in good shape – good base, icy in a few spots but well covered.
The North Arm Trails are in great shape. It been a great ski season of deep snow and yet the lakes still seem to be slush free according to skiers getting further out. With the longer and warmer days plan to come on out—it’s beautiful out there.
The Pine Park trails are in great shape!
Trezona Trail –This trail is groomed for classic and skate skiing and is in nice shape.
Silver Rapids Trail – These trails are groomed and are in good condition. People interested in using the trails should check at the lodge as to where they should park. Do not park down by the Retreat cabin.
The Bear Island XC Ski trail adjacent to Escape Road will be groomed again before the weekend—the trail off of Highway 21/Escape Road will not be groomed again unless we receive more snow. Rocks are exposed in areas of full sun.
South Farm Trails – These trails are user tracked all the way and offer opportunities for skiers of all skill levels. If someone is looking for a trail-breaking opportunity, or a little-used wilderness trail, this is it.
Please note that trail conditions can change on a daily basis. Please call ahead for the most current trail conditions.
