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Lochalsh, Ontario
OSSI welcomes you to come and enjoy great scenery, many different species of fish and wildlife. It has become very evident that all of us have to work together to preserve our earth and wildlife. Therefore OSSI is offering an opportunity for you to come and enjoy the total wilderness experience. The main fishing hole in our area is Wabatongushi Lake. OSSI guests fish Wabatongushi Lake, but they also enjoy excursions to many smaller outpost lakes. These lakes offer some of the same species of fish that are present in Wabatong, but also other species, i.e., lake trout, and speckled trout.
We offer you the opportunity to have a great time fishing, and to enjoy eating some fine tasting walleye, or northern pike. Then on the trip home to know you have left these natural resources in capable hands for your children's children.
One of the best fighting fish in these waters is one of the ugliest. Yes, that's right a sucker, sometimes called a whistle trout. Well, I am not suggesting that we go whistle trout fishing, but how about fishing for whitefish, or perch. You can choose to go and catch the fish you want to eat first. Then away we go to try for some really great fighting fish fun, and good eating fish too. Check out our Tackle page for suggestions on what tackle and bait you should bring for each species that you want to fish.
We also ask that you do not hold fish on a stringer. The Inn does not have a live box, and prefers that fish are not kept using this method. Ice for keeping fish fresh is included in your per person rate. If you do not have a cooler you are willing to use for icing the fish we will provide one.
Special guests are the ones who practice "Catch and Release". If you are unfamiliar with "Catch and Release" techniques we will be glad to explain how to do it properly.
OPEN SEASON ALL YEAR FOR SHUTTERBUGS
Wabatongushi Lake is part of the "World's Largest Game Preserve" the "Chapleau Crown Game Preserve". This area provides many photographic opportunities.
There are other interesting possibilities for your entertainment, like exploring for diamonds, gold, and other minerals. Birdwatching is becoming more popular, and you could go check out the many different species of flora and fauna. Or how about just plain sitting back and soaking up the quiet?
Open Season, Sometimes Sno'd Inn welcomes you for hunting, fishing, photography, or just plain relaxing!
FISHING/SHUTTERBUGGING
ACCOMMODATION RATES
FROM MAY 15 TO OCTOBER 15 2002
HOUSEKEEPING PACKAGE PLAN includes: Lodging (hot water, three piece bathroom), 18 foot cedar strip boats, with 15 h.p. motors, and one boat tank of gasoline per day. SATURDAY AFTERNOON - NEXT SATURDAY MORNING 11 A.M. CHECK OUT.
MIN TWO FISHERPERSONS PER ACCOMMODATION UNIT
TWO PEOPLE...........................................................$855.00
THIRD PERSON.......................................................$200.00
FOUR PEOPLE........................................................$1710.00
FIFTH PERSON........................................................$200.00
ETC.
AMERICAN PACKAGE PLAN includes: Lodging (hot water, three piece bathroom), home style meals, 18 foot cedar strip boats, with 15 h.p. motors, and maximum of 1 tank of gasoline per day.
SATURDAY AFTERNOON - NEXT SATURDAY MORNING 11 A.M. CHECK OUT. MINIMUM TWO FISHERPERSONS PER ACCOMMODATION UNIT.
PER PERSON..........................................................$735.00
EXTRA AMERICAN PLAN DAYS ADDITIONAL 12 HOUR DAYS
PER PERSON..........................................................$63.00
Reservations of shorter duration, minimum of two people.
PER PERSON..........................................................$130.00
FISHING LICENCE RATES
| Non-Resident Fishing Licences | |
| Annual Licence | $58.00 |
| Annual Conservation Licence | $35.00 |
| 7 Day Licence | $37.00 |
| 7 Day Conservation | $22.00 |
| Ontario/Canadian Resident Fishing Licences | |
| Sport Fishing Sticker (Valid for 3 years) | $21.00 |
| Conservation Fishing Sticker | $12.50 |
| Temporary Sport Fishing | $27.00 |
| Temporary Conservation | $18.50 |
| One Day Fishing | $10.00 |
| Please be sure to pick up the current fishing regulations when you purchase your licence as there are often special regulations for some lakes. | |
DEPOSITS/EXCHANGE RATES/ CANCELLATIONS/TAXES
A deposit of $250 per person is necessary to reserve for a Housekeeping Package. $400 deposit per person for an American Plan package. Balance of the package plan is due upon arrival. All licences are available at the Inn. All pricing is in U.S. FUNDS - BANK DRAFTS, MASTERCARD, VISA, DISCOVER, AMERICAN EXPRESS, ENROUTE, MONEY ORDERS, AMERICAN EXPRESS TRAVELERS CHECKS, OR CASH. WE PAY 2% LESS THAN THE DAILY BANK RATE ON US FUNDS, i.e., Bank rate $1.30 CDN for $1 US - we allow $1.28 CDN. CANCELLATIONS: To cancel and receive a refund on your deposit you must send a written cancellation notice to arrive 60 days before your reservation. Prices are subject to change without notice. TAXES: 5% - 8% Provincial Sales Tax (PST), and the Federal Goods and Services Tax (GST) of 7% will be added to the final bill. These taxes are partially/fully refundable to out of country guests before crossing the border.
THINGS TO BRING/ NOT TO BRING
The roads past Dubreuilville, Ontario are gravel and an off road two or four wheel vehicle is best to use. ATV's are great for exploring or fishing at the outpost lakes. Helmets are mandatory and you must have proof of liability insurance, and registration.
Always bring identification with you when you cross the border. Do not bring any firearms unless you are hunting, see hunting page for further information. Each person going out in a boat must bring their own properly fitting, state/province approved
Canadian Customs allow you to bring in 24 cans of beer or 40 oz. of alcohol, one carton of cigarettes, and 50 cigars per person. There are duty free stores before you cross the border. As these regulations can change always check with the Canada Customs/ United States Customs for new regulations on what you can import into either country.
WHERE IS OSSI?
Check out our various links to travel instructions. There is the map showing Highway 17, 519, and our Lochalsh location. Then there is a larger, slow loading, map showing Local Lakes with an Ontario Highway map insert. Check out this page for Local Road Map & Written Travel Instructions. On most highway maps you will find OSSI's Lochalsh, Ontario location 40 air miles north and a little east of Wawa. It takes approximately four hours driving time to reach the Inn from Sault Ste. Marie.BACKGROUND CHECK
OSSI offers you personalized service. Sean Clement is in charge of the fishing portions of the business. Sean grew up in Lochalsh, left for a few years of army life, and now feels it is great to be home. Sheila Bliesath,owner/operator takes care of everyday business, cooking, housekeeping and customer relations. For more information write, e-mail or phone:
OSSI
PO BOX 1017
WAWA ON P0S 1K0
info@snodinn.com
PHONE: (705) 884 2487
FAX: (775) 599 3882
FISHING/SHUTTERBUG INFORMATION
AREA MAP WITH ONTARIO HIGHWAY INSERT (LOADS SLOW)
TRAVEL INFORMATION/MAP DUBREUILVILLE-LOCHALSH
