Blackburn's Resort Newsletter

Dear Friends:
We came through the ice storm and high water very well thanks to your understanding and a lot of work. Our business has continued to grow every year and our list of friends has gotten longer. Despite all of the world’s problems, Norfork Lake is still one of the best places to visit. The economy continues to be troublesome and despite rising costs in almost every area we are not increasing cottage rates for the 4th straight year in hopes that you can still visit us at Blackburn’s. Debbie and Susan are painting; and I am trying to make sure everything is in good working order. Our boats are ready and we will continue to make improvements until you get here. You will like the fact that we have installed a new wireless internet system with a strong signal that reaches all cottages. We have placed a computer, for those who do not bring one, in the game room (open 24/7) so everyone can have internet access at all times.

We lost Abby this year to cancer. I still think of her often as I do our dog Chance. We have a new dog, though, named Toby!  He is a Curr and is 6-months old. I just love him! He came from the dog pound as a stray and is happy to be here. He loves children and other dogs and is very friendly!  He and Debbie's dog, Paco, are the best of friends. We still have both stray cats, Cali and Max. Debbie has spoiled them. We do not need any more animals.

We are going into the winter with too high of water; but, so is everyone else.  It has not affected anything much and Blackburn’s has no diminished services.  What we do have is great fishing! Check out our Web site link below and click on "fishing report" and "news and specials" on the left hand side bar.  I have started a new blog on the Web site which gives you up-to-date information on everything in the area. We will make sure you are staying at the best place and for the best price. I will continue to give Blackburn’s Resort guests priority on fishing and diving reports. Gus and I will also have brush piles at the right depth when you get here for good fishing.  Our fishing off the dock has been very good. I am fishing with Bink's often and we are doing very well. The fish population is very high and I do not anticipate any problems catching them.

Darrell Binks and Steve Street are going to several sports shows this year (see schedule above) to show support to you when many do not. The dates and places are listed above. See you there to tell lies!  Remember you cannot walk on our water or drill holes in it and the season never closes. If you go to Canada and have cabin fever and do not want to wait until June, Blackburn’s is the place. We have great walleye  fishing!

Hope you have a great holiday season! Make your reservations early to get the cottage and boat of your choice. Deposits to hold your cottages are due January 15th, 2010.  Take care and stay in touch!

Check out Scuba Steve's Fishing Report & New Blog at:

Free Stuff Aug. 14, 2010 - Aug. 31, 2010
Require a 4 night minimum stay from Saturday to Saturday