Where can I purchase groceries for our trip?
International Falls has 2 grocery stores – Super One Foods and SuperValu. One of the services we offer is having your groceries delivered to your houseboat. Either send us your grocery list and we will take care of it, or order directly from Super One Foods at www.s1foods.com. There is no additional fee for this service.
How do we get supplies when we are out on the lake?
We offer a delivery boat for a one time charge of $65.00. If necessary, you may receive more than1delivery during your stay. Call us on the marine radio the night before with your order and we will have your supplies delivered the following afternoon.
Do I need a Canadian Fishing License?
Most of our guests stay on the MN side of Rainy Lake, needing only the MN fishing license. If you plan on fishing in Canada, you will need an RABC and a Canadian fishing license.
What can I expect when hiring a fishing guide?
A fishing guide meets you at your houseboat at 8 am and fishes with you until 4 pm. Two to three people can fish in his boat and1follow boat is allowed. Our guides are excellent multi-specie anglers, giving you the choice of what to fish for. He will also go over charts and give you suggestions on where to fish for the rest of your vacation.
What does a spot guide do?
A spot guide will travel along with your group to help you become more comfortable operating the houseboat. You will do the driving, but will be assisted with reading the charts, locating the buoys and finding a good mooring spot.
How are mechanical problems handled?
Should your houseboat or rental boat/motor need service during your trip, our service boats will be dispatched as soon as possible after receiving your call. We have highly trained mechanical staff that will get you on your way quickly.
How are medical emergencies handled?
All of our houseboats are equipped with a marine band radio. We will respond with either our service boat or by calling the National Park Rangers. After office hours, the Koochiching County Sheriffs Department and the National Park Rangers monitor channel 16 for emergencies.
