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 It was a wonderful trip again this year.  Our 10th year celebration to Duck Bay.  A father-daughter trip like no other - not just a vacation, a retreat!  The fishing was great - walleye, northern, bass and the shore lunch (both days) was out of this world!  Thanks to all the staff;  they really know how to treat you well.  We will be back again next year.  I finally have a story of “the one that got away”.  That fishing spot will be our first stop next year, to try and get him in the boat!

Jennifer Hesli and Dick Ward
Linwood, MN

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I caught this muskie with a ¼ ounce jig on 8 pound test line with no wire leader.  I worked that jig and minnow so well that the muskie couldn’t refuse.  And I caught a 34 inch northern the next day on the same jig in the exact same  place!  Now that’s an expert fisherman.  One of the best trips we’ve had since our first trip here in 1995.  Fishing and service were excellent.

 Steve Kruse and Pat O’Brien
Sunset Hills, MO

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 I have attached my muskie picture and I forced myself to include Nik’s too.  I caught my 43 inch muskie on a “lucky” bucktail and Nik had to unhook it for me.  Once again we had a wonderful time at Duck Bay.  Food and staff still the best!  Thanks Dave and Sheree.

 Jane and Nik Zewers
Lino Lakes, MN

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 This trip I managed to catch my biggest muskie - 48 ½ inches.  We raised over 30 muskies and had several strikes including one that jumped 4 feet out of the water on our last morning.  As usual, the food was great (more than we could eat) and the service was fantastic.

 Tom Sherman and John Gaydula
Plainfield, IL

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Thank you for a wonderful trip.  Fishing was good and we caught many.  As always, your staff is so very attentive to our needs and are always there to assist us.  We had a good time with your guide;  he was very knowledgeable and kept us moving.  He also made an excellent shore lunch.  Again, thank you to you and your staff for a great time.  We are already looking forward to being here again next year at the same time.

Becky and Lou Nicpon
Bolingbrook, IL

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On behalf of our group, I would like to thank both of you and your fine staff for another wonderful trip to Canada and Duck Bay Lodge!  You have much to be proud of with your wonderful resort.  Everything is first class all the way from the fine people, outstanding food and attention to detail in every way.

 As you know, we will be back again next year and many years to follow.  Again, thanks so much for all you do for us and all the other guests.  Have a great season.

 Mike D’Amour
Racine, WI

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You always have a good day when you’re fishing at Duck Bay.  Another fun week of terrific fishing, excellent food and relaxation.  Thank you all.

 Wayne and Mary Jo Koch
Mequon, WI

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Hi Dave and Sheree!

I have enclosed a picture of the walleye I caught while staying with you at Duck Bay Lodge. The fish measured 31 inches and weighed 11 pounds. And is currently being mounted here in Eagle River.

I must tell you that catching this fish was only a bonus when you consider the fantastic vacation I had. I was so very impressed with the service and the accommodations that I have found myself thinking or talking about this vacation constantly! I will definitely be visiting you again.

Please give my best regards to all the staff, from the guides to the fine people that took care of our cabin and served us such great food in the lodge. My hat is off to all of you! Best wishes and I hope to see all of you soon!

Sincerely,
Doug Stearns
Eagle River, WI





Hi Sheree and Dave,

I just wanted to drop you all a note to thank you so very much for your wonderful hospitality and the way you made our trip absolutely great. Your facilities are wonderful and the care and the service you offer are superb. I would like to express my grateful appreciation and thank you for taking such good care of us.

I have come to think of you all as friends and that our friendship will continue through the coming years. I gained three pounds on the trip because of your fantastic cooking. Again, THANK YOU!!

Nori Umemoto
San Jose, CA





Dear Sheree and Dave,

Elmer and I thank you for another glorious stay at your Lodge. Duck Bay is truly a retreat for us and we are fortunate to have been invited as guests of Hammel, Green and Abrahamson. We hope to bring our family some day!

I am enclosing a special photo of Thatcher and Mr. Ellis. This is Thatcher's catch but he was generous and allowed Elmer to assist in landing and boating the "trophy" which we carefully returned to the lake, of course.

Again, thank you and your fine staff for great fishing, great food (shorelunches too!) and a great five days!

Betsy and Elmer Ellis
Tyler, TX





Dear Dave and Sheree,

Here are two happy fishermen in Burrow Bay one evening in May. Steve Strand is holding the paddle used for muskie measurement - notice his fingers on the 41 ¾ inch notch. We had a delightful time landing this memory maker while trying to preserve the fish. It was caught on barbless hooks, we took a quick measurement and picture, and back into the cool water within 90 seconds. The fish rested quietly and promptly swam off to spread the alarm to others in the bay. The Strand party had a wonderful time this May. Thank you for all of your special touches. They were appreciated.

My wife Ruby, Grandson Steven and I are looking forward to walleye fishing with you in June. To all at Duck Bay - thanks again and have a great summer.

Sincerely,
Larry Olson
St. Cloud, MN


Dear Dave and Sheree,

I want to thank you for yet another memorable fishing vacation. It will be difficult to single out any one event, well perhaps the 50" musky which I caught and released. It was a real honor to have handled a fish that has survived and grown to near my age. Well maintained and clean accommodations, great food, helpful and friendly staff is the formula which makes me look forward to the return to Duck Bay Lodge.

Sincerely,
Todd Steyer
Verona, WI