Well the summer is officially half over already, and my how the time flies.  With all the rain and water in the spring most of us never thought that summer was actually going to arrive, but when it did, it arrived with a vengeance.  Even with our short summers with the heat that we have been having, I still here people grumbling about the weather, and how hot it is.  For goodness sakes let’s just enjoy the summer!!  Before you know it there will be snow on the ground again and we will be wondering where the summer went.

My summer has consisted of a lot of baseball, as that is one of my favourite things to be doing in the summer.  Along with the baseball, is a weekly visit out to Narrows West to check on the place and get constant updates on the status of the high water. 

I have had my first boat tour around a small part of the lake, and I would have to say that things look completely different from a boat, than they do from the shore.  What a beautiful place, with lots of great scenery.  By far some of the prettiest sunsets that I have seen out at the Narrows as the sun goes down over Lake Manitoba.  GORGEOUS!!

The longer I work for the company the more I learn about the place, and I just really enjoy the chance to share it with everybody that I can, so that other people can enjoy this hidden gem. 

If you are into the camping, then they have a great little campground available, and one of the only campground available on Lake Manitoba this year.  However if you like to camp but don’t like to cook, then there is also a restaurant right there for your convenience.  Boating, fishing, and swimming in the summer.  Snowmobiling and skiing in the winter.  It’s a year round place where you can have fun, and create a great time.

I am looking forward to watching this little area grow into a well known community, and a great place for people to come from around the globe, as more and more people start to get familiar with it and spend more and more time there. 

With plenty of lots for sale, and a spectacular golf course that is under way, people just won’t be able to resist the draw of the Narrows.  Every hole on the golf course is unique and will be a vision of its own. 

Also with the news of the province expanding the canal so that they will be able to drain Lake Manitoba by the spring, we look forward to being able to have our beaches back to normal.

Let’s enjoy the rest of the summer, and make the best of all this warm weather that we have been having.  Even though we do not have the beaches this year due to the high water, come on out to the Narrows and enjoy a guided boat tour of Lake Manitoba!

To book your boat tour contact us today!!

I have been a Manitoba resident all my life, and not until recently have started to think about where I would like to move to in order to get out of the city(Winnipeg).   Growing up as a country girl, I have resided in the city for 6 years now, and am anxious to get back out to the country air.

Growing up I heard many people talk about the Narrows, and its natural beauty on Lake Manitoba.  Until recently though I had never had the chance to check it out for myself and see what it was all about. 

After going up to Narrows West for a visit, and talking to the people involved with its success, it has made me want to be part of the community.  You can buy a lot for sale at Narrows West, and make it your permanent home, or a weekend getaway.  You may just start out like every other resident at Narrows West, and go up for a weekend of camping, which leads to a long term relationship with the area, and the people in it.

With all sorts of different sizes and locations of lots for sale available to everyone, you can pick a spot that will be what you are looking for.  Decide where you would like to build your paradise!  There are lots for sale available on the new golf course that is currently under production.  Or if you prefer something closer to the water, they can meet your needs there as well.  With it only being 2 hours from Winnipeg, it is also very convenient if you would like it to be for summer holidays or weekends with your family.

Despite high waters on Lake Manitoba this year, Narrows West is still high and dry and doing well.  Although there were some water front properties affected, we are taking measures to prevent against this in the future, as well as already recovering from this year.  Also with the water not cresting as high as originally predicted, they are able to move ahead with projects faster than originally expected.  Things are moving ahead as planned out at Narrows West, and the community will continue to grow, and prosper.  For those looking to get back to  feel of a small community that you can be a part of, check out the lots for sale at Narrows West, there may be something there for you and your families future.

We will also be featuring a different lot every two weeks, in a newsletter, as well as on facebook, so keep your eyes peele

d for what lot is the featured lot for sale!

With summer holidays upon us, we all try our best to prepare for the summer.  What to do with any spare time, or upcoming holiday time?

There are many beautiful things to see and do in our very own province that we sometimes overlook. Sometimes we get so busy planning our long distance summer vacation, that we don’t take the time to look just a couple of hours away. 

My name is Donna Northam, and I have recently started working at the Narrows West Winnipeg office, and in doing so have discovered that there is a small paradise just a couple hours outside of Winnipeg.  Trust me for a girl that grew up in the country, it is nice to hear that there is a beautiful place so close for people who like to get out of the city, and enjoy the country air, and tranquility. I have also been told by a certain little birdie that the fishing is pretty good out there right now, if you are into some fresh fish on the skillet.  After spending the long weekend in the campground, and seeing the steady stream of people catching fish, I would have to say that is an accurate description. I certainly did not see many people coming in empty handed.  Whether they were fishing from the shore, or from a boat, the fish were plentiful.

After visiting and also talking to several people, I have discovered that lots of the current people that spend time there during the summer are people who started out as just a weekend camping trip.  From there, they fell in love with the area, and it escalated from weekend camping trips, to buying a lot, and to finally building a cabin there that they can call a second home, and to some a home.  

 Along with the campground being very busy for the first real long weekend of the summer holidays, lots of people came out to enjoy the Blackout City Kids on Saturday and Sunday as well. I would have to say that overall the first long weekend of the summer holidays was a success, despite high water, everybody made the best of the weekend.  I look forward to going back in August!

For those avid fishermen, or women, please post the largest fish you have caught so far this year. 

Despite all the rain, wind, and rising waters, we are all expecting that summer will get here sooner or later.  There are less than two  weeks before school gets out, and if your still trying to decide what to do with your Summer Holidays, I would love to suggest that you come for a visit to Narrows West.

Although at this time we are still fighting back the high waters that have brought the lake to record high levels that have been unseen by many in their lifetime, Narrows West campground is high ground and ready for campers.  Lots of area’s of Narrows West have not been affected by the high water due to a little higher altitude than the lake,  and life as we know it is carrying on as normal as possible at this time.

With so much water this year, and lots of campgrounds that have suffered due to this occurrence,  we would like to encourage people to make the best of a bad situation, and check out Narrows West for a summer vacation spot with your children. Everything at the Narrows is still open for business, so get prepared for a great summer!

With Canada Day/ July long weekend being the first big weekend of the summer we  encourage you to show your patronage all weekend long here at the lodge. The fireworks display has been postponed until a later date, due to the weather, however everything else will going on schedule including  The Blackout City Kids play Saturday and Sunday night in the Gibson’s Lounge.  Come celebrate Canada with us at the lodge, and enjoy some fun in the sun.  If you are into the boating and fishing,  the fishing has never been better on Lake Manitoba.  So come and enjoy the Reed Island boat derby and the Family Fish Derby on the same weekend.

Every Tuesday, in Gibson’s Lounge is game night, with the x-box on the big screen.  Tonight, June 21, is Madden 11 NFL challenge, and next week will be Call of Duty challenge.  After this games are still pending so give us your feedback on a game you would like to play.  Perhaps it is even your favorite board game, like Monopoly, or Clue.  We would love to hear from you!

Also in the month of July as well, on the weekend of July 9^th is the Waters Edge Beer & Sausage Festival, so come down and try different beers from around the world pair them up with wild and different flavored sausage. 

So whether you are looking to do some boating, fishing, camping, or just relax on a beach this summer, we would love to see you out at Narrows West.  If you have any questions about what Narrows West has to offer you and your family please post below, or fill out the contact form on our website, and we would love to answer your questions, to better help you and your family enjoy a great Manitoba Summer!