News from Williams & Hall Outfitters

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TRIP PLANNING

TIMING IS EVERYTHING

TRIP PLANNING

Now is the time when many of you are beginning to make your plans for your upcoming canoe trip. You are setting around the table pulling out your maps of places that you have been, reliving the adventures of the past, deciding which route you will take this year. Should we follow the old familiar route, or should we venture out and try something new? It is fun and exciting to make these plans. Some of you have never been before or only a few times and as you look at the maps and at this vast wilderness it can be very overwhelming. Which route is best for my group? Where is the best fishing along each route? What about a base camp and if so where is a great spot? If these are questions that you may be having, give us a call, that's why we are here. Members of our crew have spent many hours in the parks and know the routes, fishing spots and campsites very well. We would love to help you decide which adventure is right for you.

Williams and Hall Newsletter

What's Going On in the North Woods

This new letter is designed to help keep you current on the issues of the Boundary Waters and Quetico Park, to give keep you up to date on Williams and Hall Outfitters, and to share some of our knowledge and love of the outdoors and the wilderness around us. We hope you enjoy these articles and share them with your friends.

Timing is Everything

One of the most common questions we get is; When's the best time to come? Unfortunately there isn't a single best answer for this question. There are many different factors to consider. The first question you should ask yourself is; What do I want out of this trip? Things like weather, fishing, insects and group makeup all play into this decision...not to mention just getting everyone's schedule to align. So, in order to help in some small way, we offer this "Timing" chart with some general information along with a couple interesting tidbits. Keep in mind that it is a general guideline to seasonal events.

Timing Chart

Feel free to contact us for fine tuning on dates & things, too! One should remember that there is no such thing as average. Sometimes the easiest answer to "When's the Best Time to Come Up" is, of course, whenever you can get away!

(For larger view of chart; right click-view image)

NO CHILD LEFT INSIDE

For the 2011 season we are starting a campaign to get families out of the house, away from the computer games, and out enjoying nature. In order to help you we are offering our NO CHILD LEFT INSIDE package. This package includes all of the gear that your family will need for an excellent adventure into the Boundary Waters, lodging before your trip with a dinner and breakfast in our dining room, transportation to your entry point, routing and fishing information and tips. For every child that brings an adult, the adult will get 20% off complete outfitting rates. Each youth ages 10-18 will get 25% off the regular complete outfitting rates, and each youth 9 and under will go free.

PERMIT INFORMATION

PERMIT INFORMATION

Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW).

Accept Permits Applications Dec. 1, 2010

Lottery for U.S. Permits Jan. 15, 2011

Quetico Park

Permits are issued on a first come first served basis exactly 5 months to the day before your desired start day. This year the park will open May 20th, 2011.

Our Crew will be happy to help you obtain your permits at no extra cost to you.

UPCOMING DATES

Mark the following dates on your calander:

SPORT SHOWS 2011

Kansas City, January 13 - 16

Cincinnati, January 14 - 23

Chicago, January 26 - 30

Madison, March 11 - 13

BOUNDARY WATERS NIGHT

Indianapolis, Indy Marriott North, January 10
Cincinnati, Sharon Woods Visitor Ctr, January 18
Chicago, Park Ridge South Park Bldg., January 25

SPECIAL PROMOTION

SPECIAL JANUARY PROMOTION

For trips booked during the month of January, we are offering a day of FREE CANOE RENTAL when you rent a canoe for 5 days. A 6th day at no charge when you rent for 5 days.

*Offer applies to regular rates only. Does not apply to youth groups rates.

Thanks for taking the time to join us. We hope to be hearing from you soon.

Sincerely,

Blayne, Charlene & Dave
Williams & Hall Outfitters

PO Box 358 Ely, MN 55731
(800) 322-5837
canoe@williamsandhall.com

Canoe Trip Specialists
Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness / Quetico Park Outfitter
Williams and Hall Wilderness Guides and Outfitters
Located on Moose Lake in Ely, Minnesota