We are now into summer and it time to plan for that summer vacation. Booking early assures that you will get the best price and the days that you want. If these two days are going to be the precursors of this years weather the country is where you want to be. The kids will enjoy the activities and the fun of being next to nature.

The breeze is cool even though the the sun is beating down, the cool breeze from the lake is soothing especially if you are under the shade a tree, or taking a dip in the pool.

Give us a call. 1 800 567 5607 and make a reservation.

If you are into bass fishing this weekend Bass season opens. There are biting and many anglers are chafing at the bit to get out there and catch a a few hogs. We still have a couple of cottages open for the opening. Give us a call or check us out on the web www.highlandview.com .

Reports that have been coming in is that even though folks are after pan fish and walleye the bass are hitting on anything out there that is moving. The most used comment is ” it was huge and I had to throw it back”  or “I was using wax worms and I caught this monster bass which I had to throw back”.

Don’t miss out on this seasons opener. It’s not too late to make a reservation.

What a beautiful morning to celebrate Fathers Day. Enjoy it to the most.

There is just a couple of days left and the Second Annual Rice Lake Fishing Festival will be history. Take advantage of the last weekend and catch the great price and perhaps one of the fantastic prizes.

The turtles have been digging up up a storm and leaving their eggs in the most bizarre areas. The pool is one of their favorite areas to take a swim and wash off I guess.

She is making her way back to the lake

The flowers have blossomed early and they have been beautiful,  and early this year. The flowering Crab trees were so full of blossoms of pink, red and white that the ground was carpeted with the colorful petals when they finally fell. The apple trees blossomed early but I think that the crop will fall short because of the early frost. An now the Iris and Peonies  are in their last days of splendor.

The second day of the Second Annual Rice Lake, Ontario, Canada http://www.ricelakecanada.com/pokerrun.htm  a chance to win $500.00 dollars just for a get acquainted tour of Rice Lake. When you visit Highland View Resort you will also have an opportunity to win a “Family Pack of 2 adult and 2 youth Perks Cards for the Rice Lake Fishing Festival”  all you have to do is answer a skill testing question about Rice Lake . Here is a hint. According to the Aquarius Rice Lake Guide, how many islands are there on Rice Lake. Multichoice “it’s the middle number on the sheet!”  Now if no one guesses right we will dray for the winner so someone will win the prize. So stop by and say Hi.

Second Annual

What a beautiful morning at 7AM it is already 17c and hardly anyone on the move save for a couple of early morning joggers. Even the anglers that were so gun-ho yesterday seem to be just relaxing and enjoying the peace and quite of this gorgeous Sunday morning of the Victoria Day long weekend.

I bet that there will be a lot of activity out on Rice Lake this glorious day. Yesterday the fishing was good even with the brilliant sunshine and almost 30c temperature. There are some weeds in the bay but the water is clear and there are fish lurking in that weed forest.  There is time for all those who want to escape the smog of Toronto, Mississauga, Makrham and Oshawa to take in a day trip to fish on “Fabulous Rice Lake”. We have boats for rent and a lot of free advice on where to go for the big ones.

Yes, only four days ago the first Purple Martin scout arrived and yesterday the rest of the clan arrived en mass.

The afternoon sky was filled with their distinctive chatter and acrobatic hijinks. 

That is the perfect start of a long hot summer. This year the birds have arrived early and seem more active than usual.

The long weekend is just a couple of days away so if you haven’t yet made reservations you will miss out on what looks like a fantastic weekend in the country. The weather is going to be a friend with lots of sunshine and warm days and cool evenings, perfect for that after supper (BBQ of course) camp fire. Check us out  www.highlandview.com we still have a couple of cottages available.

Even though we were busy here we made time out to attend the “Kick Off” for the Rice Lake Fishing Festival. The event was hosted by Elmhirst’s  Resort, and they put on a fantastic Buffet Supper. Among  the guests were The Honourable, Minister of Culture and Tourism Michael Chan, MPP Jeff Leal, Members of the Rice Lake Tourist Association, Northumberland and Peterborough Tourist associations as well as a number of other guests. It was well attended. It was a fun evening. The most commented topic was the large number of boats that were out for the opening of the walleye season.

Pan fish like; black crappie, blue gills, sunfish, perch are great and tasty BUT for today walleye will rule.   Yes, today is the opening, and it started at 12:01 on May 12, 2012. Last night there were several hardy anglers that were out there waiting for the midnight hour to catch their limit. Now the big decision, will they choose to have the first feed this morning or will they wait for lunch or supper.

Another first for today is the start of the Second Annual Rice Lake Fishing Festival. The Festival runs from May 12 to June 17, 2012 with almost $70,000.00 worth of tagged fish out there the tournament is a fantastic time to get out there and have some fun. Highland View Resort is offering some more than affordable packages to make that outing even more of a “must go to event” check the link. http://bit.ly/GWOcHp

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The weather is great The prices are right why not treat yourself and your family to a “Spring Get Away” at a great place to stay. Highland View Resort is only 90 minutes from Toronto and just 12 minutes from Peterborough. Don’t forget Mother’s Day tomorrow.

Remember when you are out on the Lake think “SAFE BOATING” and don’t forget to use your life jacket.

It started early in the morning and the Ontario Chinese Anglers Association were out in search of that succulent pan fish.  Yes they are out in Rice Lake and they will start to become more active as the water temperature warms.

Their catch wasn’t too shabby 15 crappie 11.77 pounds! Pretty good.