Goodbye to June

Tough to believe June is over!  The Frykman Family is visiting from Southern California.  Some shots of them from yesterday!

 

Tommy was in the water right away, the cold temp didn't seem to bother him!

 



Silas and Carolina are inseparable.

Marshmallow Fire Fun

Took a few pictures this evening, it was a beautiful "oil painting sky."  The Fletcher Family from Arizona enjoyed time by the lake roasting marshmallows in the bonfire in front of the Griz Den.  Holland Falls is in the back ground.

    

   

   

      

This June has seen plenty of rain, and the mosquitos have hatched.  They're out in full force!!

Good-n-Wet

Been raining almost non-stop for the last two weeks.  These pictures are from last week when there was a slight pause in the weather.  Daffodils are finally over.  And the lawn is in need of a good mowing.  

Planning to have the horses back around the 15th of the month.  Enjoy these shots from inside the dining room!

Water like Glass

Gentle night at the lake yesterday evening.  Water was like glass and the reflections were phenomenal.  It was wonderful to have our opening weekend for the season.  The restaurant was busy and the guests had a great time.  Here are some pictures from yesterday.  My apologies for the bad date.  I've since figured out to remove it from my small point n shoot camera!

Huge Loss at the Lodge

We lost sweet sweet Thelma in a tragic accident on Monday.  We have heavy hearts and are in deep shock. Thelma grew up at the lake, she came in July of 2001 as an 8 week old puppy.  She loved all the guests and was a huge presence here at the lodge.  I know many of you have fond memories of her.  She will never be forgotten.
The second picture I've posted was just taken last week.  Thelma and Silas were great companions and often snuggled onto one dog bed.  The third picture was taken yesterday when we buried her.  Silas watched intently as we placed her in the grave.  Afterwards, as we stood around talking and crying, he laid down as you see there.  Placing his paws on the rocks above her sweet head, he stayed like that for a good 20 minutes.  I imagine his grief is much like ours....he has a sadness in his eyes and has not been sleeping much.  We appreciate all your support and kindness.

Spring has SPRUNG!!

The loons are calling, pups swimming and a lone goose has been hanging on the front lawn.
We're busy here "uncorking" the lodge.  Chef Amber is putting the kitchen together and Mary is setting up rooms and cabins!  Karen has the office moved back on-site.

The lawn is growing and lilacs leafing and I had sprinklers on this afternoon.

We open May 22nd!
And the restaurant too.....best to call ahead for dinner reservations.
The shots below were taken by Amber yesterday.  That's Thelma with her adopted sister, Seeley!

Hope to see you soon!

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First Bonfire of the Year

So....ice has been off the lake for over a week.  Very very early this year.  In 2009, open water didn't happen until May 7th.  I've been up the last couple of days and had a bonfire last night.  Pups have had their spring shave.  They were playing in the water, Silas was hunting "frogs" and Thelma going after her stick.

The lodge opens May 22nd!  Less than a month.

Pardon the bad dates on the photos, I took them with my pocket camera.

Apple Pie - Yumm!

From Mid-June through Labor Day, we make a fresh house made Apple Pie daily.  Additionally, last season, we made a cake each day for guests.  These were added to our regular desserts and became a huge hit with guests.  I made a pie last week, looks identical to the ones we make in the summertime.  Sure you'll see the pies again when we get rolling in May.

French Apple Pie

Winter's Still Trying to Happen

With last week's weather being in the high 50s, it felt like spring was here and winter was long gone.  Thank goodness for the fresh snow on Monday night and Tuesday morning.  About six inches of new snow here at the lodge.  We sure do need it.  These pictures are from this afternoon.  Thelma and Silas were having a good time.  You can see that there's open water along the edge of the lake in some places.  Should probably think twice before heading out for ice fishing!  Current temp@ Holland Lake Lodge 35 degrees.  ** Don't forget, a quick click on each picture will show them in larger format for better viewing.

 

Silas is frog hunting already, notice the open water!

view of Mission Mtns from front porch of the lodge

view of the Swan Mtns and Holland Pass

Kitty Kat Soup - Round 2

 A friend sent me these pictures, taken in Idaho....definitely makes you think twice about heading to the car!

MIA - Soggy Snowness

My apologies for not posting sooner.  I must say, it's been gray and gloomy in Western Montana.  Not super cold the last couple of weeks, very little sun, even less snow.  These shots were taken today and it's all melting fast.  Very little on the ground and still thick layers of ice everywhere.  

I love moss and wood piles.  Probably more pictures of these items to come!!

Get Hitched at Holland Lake Lodge

The lodge is the perfect wedding venue.  It's the ultimate place for a Montana destination wedding.  And it's not too late to reserve a date to celebrate with your closest friends and family.  The lodge hosts a small number of events each year and there are only a couple openings left.  So spread the word, tell a friend or call us for information!