An angler holding a fish on Eagle Lake

Stories from
the shore.

Fishing days, family traditions and thoughtful hospitality, remembered by the people who made the trip.

A fishing group praised the easy arrival, attentive dock help, immaculate cottage and well-equipped boats. They were already talking about returning the following June.

The Pucel and Kralovetz families

Even on a difficult day of fishing, a parent appreciated the patience and kindness shown to the children in the group.

Kim

For Ken and Tom, the muskie fishing became the standout memory of a trip made special by the resort team.

Maureen Hensley

A family floatplane tour became a lasting part of their stay, inspiring a theme song and memories they carried home.

Jenine Buchanan

After trying many Ontario resorts, one family singled out Stanley's Resort for its cottages and welcoming service.

The Doug Pullin family

One catch-and-release outing became a record-setting day for the group, with 254 fish counted.

Mike Paulik

A father and son remembered a week of pike, walleye and muskie fishing, with most of their catch released.

Bill Sheriff

A returning group recalled catching walleye and northern pike within sight of the resort and hoped to be back the next year.

Steve Peterson · Two Harbors, Minnesota

After decades of family trips to Eagle Lake, Mari's family found a new place to keep the tradition going and bring the next generation.

Mari Patania

One last family holiday before the children left home became a treasured memory for everyone.

Randy and Colleen VanProoyer

A group's note remembered the quick smiles, generosity and fun that made them want to return.

Vikki and John Hunter

In an open letter to future guests, Bill described a week of strong fishing, local know-how, comfortable cottages and a warm welcome for families.

Bill Berkin

A family thanked the team for the details and care that made the whole trip feel easy, then recommended Stanley's Resort to friends.

J. Dobesh

The Watson family remembered a lively fish fry, dock staff who anticipated what guests needed, and a remarkable week of muskie fishing.

Jack, for the Watson family

One fishing group looked forward to a return trip for early-season walleye and another chance to explore Eagle Lake.

Todd Annan · Omaha, Nebraska

Adapted from guest letters shared with Stanley's Resort.

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Stanley’s Resort · 100 West Arm Rd., Vermilion Bay, Ontario

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