Need Mille Lacs launch recmendations

[Murdock]

Now please don't laugh to hard, but in an attempt to save time, I am looking for your recomendations as to a good launch that will take place in the very near future and later in the fall. Preferably an evening launch and we would be staying at local Super 8 or other type of hotel. Thanks in advance for your recomendations.

[Guest]

Why dont you join our launch trip at Fishers on Sept 20th..

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Mille Lacs Guide Service
651-271-5459
www.millelacsguideservice.com

[Murdock]

Hello Derek, Believe me I would, but I already have another fishing trip planned for that exact weekend in Alexandria. I am thinking a trip with 3 -6 guys, most likely wanting to stay at the resort who offers the launch. Fisher's resort looks pretty nice. Any other suggestions.

[Benny]

Murdock, I checked out a lot of resorts before acually chossing Fishers.I found that they are all close to the same price, all have 4,6,and 8 hour trips with 4 being the most common.
The dererence is the size of the launch, and whether they have a BBQ grill or not.
Most didn't have one and most all had at least one pontoon launch.Some didn't go out after dark because they didn't have lights.

I think if you chose any one that is listed in the resort locator at the top of this page you will be happy.That's where I found most of the resorts I checked out as well.

Sienic Bay(south side) has a nice launch,Rocky Reef(South East side), St Albons(North west side),Barnecal Bills(North side), Fishers(North East side),and Johnsons Portside (South East side).
Just to name a few.

Good luck in Alex on the 20th,used to ice race quads right in front of Big Ole up there.
Benny

[This message has been edited by Benny (edited 06-27-2003).]

[icehousebob]

After trying several, I've settled on Myr Mar Marina. They have two boats, both with night lights. Phil, the owner, and Paul his brother, know that lake better than anyone I've met. They can't make the fish bite, but they work their butts off to get you on fish. I've seen other launches follow them around the lake instead of doing their homework. They have a guy named Mike who sometimes takes out the boats. DO NOT go out with him. BAD TRIP. When I called this morning to reserve spots for us, I was told that many people making reservations request either Phil or Paul, and many request not to have Mike. Myr Mar does not have a grill or a reputation as a party barge. They are known for catching fish. Good luck.
Practice CPR. Catch, Phillet, and Refrigerate.

[only-eyes]

MYR MAR IS GREAT

[Rick]

I highly recommend you check the Resort Locator link at the top of this page. There are different types of launch trips available depending on what you prefer.

There are links to the Resorts who have launch services. The ones linked to are very good places to go out of. Pick one the meets your style and budget.

[icehousebob]

Rick, I agree. Check out the ones that are on this website. One thing to consider; Mille Lacs is so large that no one can know the whole lake. Pick out where you want to fish and find a recommended launch for that area. Anyone who claims to know the whole lake is fooling themselves.

[legendelite]

I've had good luck with Terry's. Other's may disagree, but they have always been good with me.

Murdock, you grow up in Murdock?

[Murdock]

Thanks for all the suggestions!!!! I did view the resort locator at the top of the page and found some very good options. Fishers Resort seems to fit our needs best. Anyone been on a Launch thru Fishers Resort and is so, how was the fishing and should we be asking for a specific launch captain? Should I be making reservations for launch and cabin now for a late Sept. trip?
Legendelite, yep, I did grow-up in Murdock. How do you know about this one horse town?

[Leaky]

I've been on launches out of Fishers. Can't go wrong. Good captains, nice boats, nice resort.

[Murdock]

Hey Legendelite, Toss me an email at
[email protected]. I also have a large # of relatives in that area. (Mostly with last name of Collins). Give me some or your relatives last names and maybe we can hook up on the water some where.

[legendelite]

Murdock,

I think that my relatives were 1/2 the population between Murdock and Kerk. I've been out there many times...even DeGraff!