Taking your work time off and going camping boosts your mental and physical energy. Your mind will become fresh as you go out camping for 2-3 days if you can. It’s completely free and at your own will. Camping can be done in any country’s location as you prefer the nearby site. You can visit your locales to camp carrying camping tools along with you. There are many camping sites around you if you study your locality. Then choose wisely which site will suit you. So almost anyone can do it. Like you can camp with kids, with dogs or with your partner.

In camping, you are completely surrounded by the natural world. If you are a person of frequent camping as part of a backpacking or cycling touring trip. Then it allows you to get deeper into the heart of the wild! 

You can rise early in the morning along with the sounds of birds. And you will fall asleep to the sound of crickets. You will plan to spend the day exploring outdoors and then come back and huddle around a fire.

Have you always wanted to go camping but you are not sure where to start? This read has it all for beginners. You can just make a rough plan before deciding on a spot to pitch. Also, you can plan the camping gear and other accommodation resources. You will be glad you’ve planned your first trip before the actual camping! 

The best thing about camping is the experience it offers. This beginner guide has all tips and tricks. So that you make your first trip a success. Or else you can improve on the last one. 

Planning a Camp Trip

Questions you need to ask while planning a camp trip like – 

1. Different Types of Camping
2. How to find wild camping spots
3. How long to camp for
4. The best time to go camping
5. How to get there and back
6. Camping costs and expenses

Camping Essentials and Gear 

1. Choosing a camping tent
2. Making a camping packing list
3. Camping for outdoor trips (hiking, backpacking, cycling)
4. How to pick the right gear
5. The best camping food
6. Going for a test run

Camping Tips and Tricks 

1. Picking a camping spot
2. Making camping more comfortable
3. Lighting campfires
4. Camping safety tips
5. Camping etiquette & sustainability Tips
6. What to do when you get back
7. Camping FAQ

How to find campsites? 

The best way to find campsites is via Google, searching for your destination + campsites.

You can also use Google Maps or Gps services to search sites within certain areas. Assuming you need to take a longer route for camping then it’s often the quickest way to find. 

Also, large accommodation sites may have more popular campsites available. Also a good selection from tourist websites or local campsites databases. Websites like –

Campsites.co.uk, Coolcamping.com, Pitchup.com and Peak District National Park Camping

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Gus’ Place Resort is the perfect resort for family outings, fishing trips, and relaxing vacations. You can find this quiet resort on the shores of Ball Club Lake, surrounded by the Chippewa National Forest.

Due to being federally owned, the land around this resort has almost no development, making it a paradise on earth. 

Gus’ Place Resort is very capable of catering to you and your group. 10 lakeside cabins, 15 hook-up RV camping sites, and 4 camping sites, all with electricity and water.

Along with the catering to your stay, you also have access to a sandy swimming beach, kids’ playground, volleyball, tetherball, and horseshoe pits. This will ensure that anyone, regardless of age, can enjoy their time at Gus’ Place Resort.

To get here, you can take a 9-mile drive from Deer River. If you are traveling from Minneapolis, it’s 233 miles north.

They are known for Walleye fishing and quality service that gets people to come back every year.

Cabins At Gus’ Place Resort:

Gus Place resort is perfect for a family outing, regardless of your family’s size. Large 3-bedroom cabins as well as compact 1-bedroom ones as well.

All of the cabins come with a proper bathroom with a shower and a fully stocked kitchen. This gives you access to a microwave, toaster, coffee maker, and utensils. So, you don’t have to bring any of these yourselves. Color TVs are also an addition that kids would like. Some of the cabins also come with fire pits, picnic tables, and barbeque grills. That said, please bring your own dishcloths, dish towels, personal towels, and toiletries.

Cabin Rental Rates:

Here are the latest rates for cabin rentals at Gus’ Place Resort:

RV And Tent Camping:

Gus’ Place Resort has 14 full hook-up RV sites as well as XXX primitive tent camping sites for you to pick from. These come with all the expected facilities, including electricity, water, and sewage dump.

If you are looking to bring your RV or wish to camp out in the woods, we have you covered here.

Camping Rates:

If you are interested in hooking up your RV or renting out a campsite, there are the rates to go by:

You can also choose to sign up for seasonal offers. The fishing season starts from May 1st to October 1st.

The RVs West Sites cost $1500 per season, excluding electric charges. The campsites at East Sites by the Office cost $1500 per season and include electric charges.

Fishing

Whether you are on the hunt for a Walleye or two-pound crappie, Ball Club Lake is a good fishing spot. While the lake is not the largest in the region, it got an abundance of fish.

There is a concrete slop for your boat and boats for rentals.

Watercraft Rental Rates:

If you are coming to Gus’ Place Resort for fishing, you can bring your own boat or rent one of our well-maintained watercraft.

Here are the rental rates for our watercraft:

If you are not a guest at the resort, you can still use the boat landing slope for just $20 per day.

A few things to note when it comes to our watercraft rentals:

• State Law requires you to have onboard, one life jacket per person. You can bring your own lifejacket or you can rent it from us at $1 per day per jacket.
• Due to the required life jackets, seat cushions are not legal onboard any boat.
• Rental prices mentioned above don’t include Gas and Oil charges.
• Gas, Oil, and Bait are sold separately at the resort.
• The resort is not responsible for selling fishing licenses.
• The fish cleaning house and its freezer space are free to use for all resort guests.
• You are financially responsible if the watercraft or their motors are damaged in your care.

Ice Fishing:

Ice fishing during the winter season makes Gus’ Place Resort a great place for a winter holiday. Be sure to be ready to spend time in portable ice houses and hunting for fish in the ice here.

Ice Fishing Equipment Rental Rates:

Ice fishing requires you to be prepared with a portable ice house and ice auger. If you don’t own these yourself, you can rent them from us at a reasonable rate:

Contact Details For Bookings

Contacting Gus’ Place Resort directly is the best way to ensure you get a reservation. My suggestion is to call Scoot or Melissa at 1-218-246-8520 for additional information.

Here is are the full details:

• Name: Scott & Melissa Gorsegner
• Address: Gus’ Place Resort – Cabins, Camping & RV Park, 32228 County Road 39, Deer River, Minnesota 56636
• Phone: 1-218-246-8520
• Email: gonefishing@gusplaceresort.com

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After a full day of fishing you’ll be looking for a hearty meal and some liquid refreshment! Luckily the area has a lot of great options to choose from. I’ve included the ratings from trip advisor to help give you an idea of what other people think about these venues too.

Here, I’ve listed down to best 25 bars and pubs around Ball Club Lake:

1. Fish Tales Bar & Grill (4.6 stars from 139 reviews) – A comfortable place with good music and friendly staff.
2. Outpost Bar & Grill (4.0 stars from 146 reviews) – Get half-priced hamburgers every Wednesday.
3. Florio’s Grill and Tavern (4.4 stars from 237 reviews) – Great food and cocktails at this joint.
4. Northern Lights Casino (3.8 stars from 2113 reviews) – Play poker, blackjack, and other games.
5. Wagon Wheel Bar (4.6 stars from 28 reviews) – Pool tables, darts, and good music make this a fun hangout.
6. Jerry’s Bar (4.6 stars from 98 reviews) – Relaxing place with decent food and service.
7. Otis’s Grill & Bar (4.5 stars from 62 reviews) – A little expensive but the food is sublime.
8. Riley’s Cannibal Jct (4.5 stars from 181 reviews) – Daily specials are the items you want to get here.
9. Leino’s Riverside Pub (4.7 stars from 33 reviews) – Friendly owners and good beer.
10. Bobber’s bar at Williams Narrows Resort (4.6 stars from 42 reviews) – Get Bobber’s cheese curls, burgers, and Bloody Mary.
11. White Oak Casino (3.6 stars from 752 reviews) – Great casino games along with good drinks service.
12. Cedar Lakes Casino & Hotel (3.8 stars from 362 reviews) – Enjoy tasty food while playing a hand of blackjack.
13. Applebee’s Grill + Bar (4.0 stars from 585 reviews) – Crowd favorite with fast and quality service.
14. Pickled Loon (4.3 stars from 537 reviews) – Great outside sitting area for beautiful Minnesota weather.
15. Macharts’s Bar & Grill (5.0 stars from 3 reviews) – Not well-known but decent food and drink.
16. Cedar Creek Grill (4.5 stars from 197 reviews) – High quality service, food, and a killer specials menu.
17. Big Winnie Café (4.6 stars from 78 reviews) – Affordable but tasty food and drinks at Big Winnie’s Café.
18. Vets Club (4.5 stars from 26 reviews) – Good company and cold beer waiting for you here.
19. Zorbaz (4.2 stars from 451 reviews) – Expensive but comes with good service and yummy food.
20. Shooting Star Casino Bagley (3.9 stars from 546 reviews) – Cozy place with a few slot machines.
21. Locker Room Bar & Grill (4.3 stars from 164 reviews) – A nice location and a cozy atmosphere for dinner.
22. The Dutch Room & Mad Dog’s Pizza (4.4 stars from 316 reviews) – Over 20 years as a local landmark.
23. The Boulder Tap House – Grand Rapids (4.1 stars from 215 reviews) – Fast service and cold beer on tap.
24. The Big Fish Supper Club and Resort (4.6 stars from 151 reviews) – Tasty menu of good food and drinks.
25. Palace Casino Hotel (3.5 stars from 690 reviews) – A great place to gamble and rest for the night.

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Ball Club Lake is a great fishing spot for sport fishing with its Largemouth Bass being very popular. But catching this fish is no small task, especially for beginners.

So, I’ve made a quick list of the tricks pros use to catch Largemouth Bass at Ball Club Lake:

1) Red Signals A Wounded Fish

When you are in shallow cover (like clumps of grass, stumps, or wood), use a red-headed spinner bait. You can use a crankbait with hooks painted red as well. The red color signals an injured bait, meaning that the fish will take a bite at it.

2) Annoy The Bass Into Biting Your Lure

Bass are known to be bad-tempered fish. The best way to get a Bass to bite onto your lure is to annoy them. I found tapping them repeatedly will eventually get them to take a bite out of the lure. But patience is the key here and it can take a while before the Bass is upset enough.

3) Go For Seasonal Bait

You should try switching your bait depending on the season. This is because the Largemouth Bass like different types of bait during different seasons. Early in the year, Bass prefer Crawfish, so pick peach-colored lures. During summer and fall, Bass fish prefer eating Shad, so pick silver or chrome-colored lures.

4) Try Fishing In The Shallows During Spring

Largemouth Bass go into mating during the spring season. At the time, they like to stay in spawning beds in shallow areas. So, if you’re looking to fish for some Bass during the spring, focus on the shallower regions of the lake. This is also when they are easiest to catch because they are also hungrier along with being annoyed.

5) Look at Your Livewell Water

Take a look at your Livewell tank after you’ve caught your first Bass of the day. The reason is that Bass fish is well-known for spitting up their food when placed in the Livewell tank. By taking a look at what they were feeding on, you can select the similarly colored lure. You can do this for the whole day or so.

6) Fish before the storm

When fishing, you want to be able to enjoy the soft breeze and calm waters. However, if you are looking to snag a Largemouth Bass, you should consider fishing before a storm. As the storm approaches, the ambient pressure increases, making the Bass more active and likely to bite your lure. So, if you find out that it’s perfect weather out there, chances of catching a Bass go down.

7) Learn To Skip Your Bait

Skipping your bait is similar to doing a swing check-in baseball. Just cast your line and stop halfway through the swing. This will force the bait to hit and skip across the water surface before reaching your target. The advantage of skipping your bait is that it lets you get under docks and other structures.

8) Fish Downwind

Bass are known to swim with the current. So, casting your line against the wind can result in the fish reaching your bait before your boat. The added advantage of this is that the water slapping your hull gets carried away from your fishing spot.

9) Save Shredded Worms

While fishing, your plastic worms are bound to get torn up. But be sure to save them and not throw them away. This is because Bass love to ambush wounded prey, which the torn-up worms look like. The trick is most effective when fishing in shallow waters.

10) Keep Your Hooks Sharp

In our Top 10 Fishing Tips And Tricks For Beginners article, we have talked about keeping your hooks sharp. When fishing, be sure that your hooks are always sharp because a sharpened hook can easily penetrate the fish. You can also use new hooks in case your hooks are too blunt.

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Well, I’ve noted down the top 10 fishing tips and tricks for beginners.

1) Be Armed With Knowledge

Just because you have little experience doesn’t mean you need to have zero fishing knowledge. Read online guides and familiarize yourself with the type of species of fish you want to be fishing. You should also find the best fishing method for your chosen lake or river. You reading this article is a great example of doing your pre-fishing research.

2) Pick The Right Lure For Deadly Results

Decide the type, shape, and size of your lure based on your prey. If you are fishing for Anchovies, a thin and small spoon is going to be most effective. When you pick up the lure, be sure to read the packaging about the intended fish. You can also ask the store staff or check online to find a suitable lure.

3) Let The Lure Blend In With The Water’s Color

Speaking of lures, be sure to match the color of the lure to the water’s color. It is recommended that picking the color that best blends in with the water is most effective. For green water, chartreuse or lime is preferred. In crystal clear waters, go for pearl or white. On the other hand, if you are finishing in tannic-stained water, root-beer color is the one to buy. Also, be sure to switch up the lure colors every once in a while. This is especially true if you aren’t able to catch anything.

4) Set Your Reel’s Drag Using A Hand Scale

The drag of your reel is what allows the fish to take the line instead of pulling it. If you want to do it like a pro, I recommend you get a hand scale. Set the scale to one-third of the line’s rated breaking strength. Alternatively, you can simply tug on the line until it just feels right. But this may require some experience and time to master.

5) Get The Right-Sized Gear

Many beginners pick one-size-fits-all fishing gear. This is fine if you are focused on saving money. However, if you want to see results in terms of fishing quality fish, this is not the way to go. The problem is that these gears don’t excel at any one job. Instead, get the right gear for your intended target. Fishing for largemouth bass will require a different sized rod and reel setup. Similarly, Black Crappie won’t be interested in the heavy reel and would rather go for an ultralight micro-jig.

6) Keep An Eye On The Tides And Currents

When it comes to saltwater fishing, be sure to consider the currents and tides of your fishing location. The tides will impact your fishing, depending on your location. This subject is something that can be a little complex. However, to find out the best tides and currents for fishing, just ask a local. These locals are sure to know the best spots and timings to fish.

7) Ensure That Your Lures Are Swimming Properly When Trolling

Trolling is when you are motoring your boat forward while your tow lures trail behind. In case you want to try this, make sure that your lures are swimming in a lifelike manner. If they look like live bait, you are more likely to hook yourself a fish. Let the lure swim beside your boat to check the right speed. Going too fast can make them look spastic while going too slow can make them look lethargic.

8) Only Use New Or Sharpened Hooks

If your hooks are sharp, you are more likely to catch your prey. But if they are dull, you are going to have a few hit-and-misses. So, it’s always a better idea to sharpen your old hooks or use new ones. This is something you have to check every time you head fishing. Checking your hooks is a simple but often forgotten tip for beginners who are finishing up.

9) Pick The Perfect Fishing Line

There are a lot of brands and types of fishing lines out there. If you don’t know what you need, be sure to talk to someone who knows fishing and fishing lines. Getting the right fishing line can improve your fishing experience and make it more fun activity. According to my experience, monofilament lines can stretch and have less sensitivity. These are perfect for fish that nibble on the baits. Alternatively, braided lines have greater sensitivity as well as a powerful hook-setting. This makes these braided lines perfect for use with lures.

10) Fish At Dawn And Dusk

If you are looking to get the best results when fishing, fish at dawn and dusk. This is because fish prefer the cooler waters that are present at these times. And when fishing during the day, look for shaded areas and cloud cover for your fishing spots.

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