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ELYSIA RESORT & LODGE Williams Lake, British Columbia Canada www.elysiaresort.com
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Weekly Rates	Visit www.elysiaresort.com for rates
Daily Rates	$32.00 - $327.00 per person
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Season Dates	May 15 - October 15
Guest Capacity	60
Access	You can access Elysia Resort via ground (42km/26m of well-maintained gravel road) or air (commercial flights into Williams Lake Airport, Elysia's turf airstrip or float plane dock).
Accommodations	All accommodations have a deck and a panoramic lakeside view of the lake. Guestrooms: Rate $99 There are eight guest rooms that were newly renovated in 2005 - thirsty new towels, new beds, new duvets and covers, new flooring and sliding glass doors onto your own lakeside deck and a $1 million dollar view! Cozy guest room (two double beds, private four-piece bath, lake view, large deck). Maximum 4 people. No pets. Small Rustic Cabin: Rate: $65 There are three small rustic cabins that have one bedroom with one double bed, a fully equipped kitchen, cold running water and central bathhouse. Linen and towels included. Maximum 2 people. Pet friendly. Maximum 1 pet. Large Rustic Cabin: Rate $91 There are four large two-bedroom rustic cabins with fully equipped kitchens, with two double beds, or, one double and two single beds, cold running water and central bathhouse. Linen and towels included. Maximum 4 people. Pet friendly. Maximum 1 pet. Small Deluxe Cabin: Rate $108 Newly renovated in 2006 - A one-bedroom, fully equipped kitchen, with one double bed, one single bed and a futon in the living room, hot and cold running water, and toilet. Central shower house. Linen and towels included. Maximum 4 people. No pets. Large Deluxe Cabin: Rate $216 There are two new large deluxe cabins. New in 2005! Two bedrooms, kitchen, private bath, fireplace, large deck, lake view, with one queen and two twin beds and extra sleeping in the living room. Maximum 4 people. No pets. Campsite: Rate $26 There are eight campsites. Partial and full hook-ups with a filtered lake view and central bathhouse. No sani-dump. Maximum 4 people. Pet friendly at no charge. Maximum 1 pet.
Dining	Chef Gregor When a person thinks of cutting edge cuisine in British Columbia they often think of high-end restaurants in the lower mainland, or funky bistros in Nelson, but usually not the Cariboo. That's about to change. In the heart of the Cariboo, at the end of the road and in the middle of nowhere, is a five-star restaurant at Elysia Resort on Quesnel Lake serving fresh and locally raised food, often organic, whenever possible. Chef Gregor, the chef at Elysia Resort, has brought the resort's restaurant up a notch. Fresh out of chef school, Greg has brought an amazing array of dishes to the central interior of British Columbia since 2005. His ability to experiment with, and mix unusual flavors sets him apart from the norm. He also maintains and harvests his own organic garden, right on the resort property. You will often see him running out the back door of the kitchen to pluck something for the meal he is preparing. Now, again in 2007, Greg will be sourcing out local and organic products whenever possible, including 4H Lamb and locally raised, hormone free, government inspected beef. Greg has also vastly improved Elysia’s wine list and brought in some wonderful wines from around the world to pair with his amazing creations. Bon Appetit! What one guest, a Senator from Oregon, had to say: "I have had the good fortune of eating in fine restaurants around the world, and I would rate Chef Gregor's food and presentation right at the top! Excellent food in an exceptional setting." - Frank Morse Cooking Your Catch The fish caught in Quesnel Lake are considered to be some of the sweetest and tastiest fish anywhere, due to the clean, clear, deep water that they swim and eat in. If you like eating your catch, Elysia Resort would be happy to cook it for you in an array of different ways! Or, they can smoke your catch so you can take it home and share some of the memories... and, it's oh so good! Gourmet Picnic Lunches Bottom line, Elysia Resort makes awesome lunches. If you are on any of the plans or packages, they custom make your lunches every morning, in order for you to take it with you on your all-day adventure. Your lunch consists of pop or juice, coffee or tea, water, a morning snack, fruit, an afternoon snack, and a Dagwood-like sandwich, thick with your choice of meats, veggies and cheese.
Meeting Facilities	Whatever the reason, Elysia Resort's Event Planners can comfortably custom design adventure packages and work with a variety of budgets for groups up to 40 people. The one-stop event planning policy ensures that every detail is considered and taken care of with the utmost professionalism. Event Planners will custom design a program that fits with your needs. They will do the work for you at an affordable cost.
Special Entertainment	Theme Dinner Events One of the best ways to enjoy the excellent cuisine at Elysia Resort is at an eclectic and enjoyable theme event. Come for the incredible dining, enjoy the fun, and if you like, stay for the whole weekend. The resort offers special theme dinner events packages that include both the event dinner and accommodations. What better way to fully experience this incredible place! Wine Master's Dinner Enjoy a six-course gourmet dinner with a unique Okanogan VQA wine paired perfectly with each course, and, live Baroque music performed by Steve Hunter. Surviving a Bear Encounter Andy Mackay, Conservation Officer with Ministry of Environment, gives an informative and often humorous presentation on how to survive a bear encounter. Dinner consists of Elysia's famous prime rib dinner with all the trimmings. Fine Dining Cook-Off Ken's Country Kitchen (Ken Wilson - Food Editor of the Cariboo Advisor Newspaper and 2006 Cook-Off winner) vs. Chef Gregor of Elysia Resort's Kitchen (including a special appearance by Chef Barb Krog - 2004 & 2005 Cook-Off winner). This event consists of a scrumptious five-course dinner. Guests judge the winner who is then awarded the much-coveted Elysia Resort trophy. Milburn Mountain Boys Blue Grass Band Let loose to the foot stompin' music of the Milburn Mountain Boys Blue Grass Band! You'll think you're in Kentucky! Enjoy a salmon and rib-eye steak BBQ, with Susan's fabulous strawberry and lime margaritas. Hawaiian Luau Come hang loose at the Annual Luau; a Hawaiian dinner menu with roast suckling pig on a spit, Hawaiian music & a limbo contest. Fresh 'n' fruity Mai Tai's or Elysia Tropical Kisses await you! Wear a hula skirt if you dare! Bears, Burgers & Beers Keith Scott, renowned bear author of ten books and two videos features an amazing slide presentation and round table discussion about Grizzly and Black bears. All the while enjoy "Elysia's Bountiful & Bodacious Burger Bar". Old Time Fiddlers Later in August, join the Old Time Fiddlers of Williams Lake for a night of fiddler's music at Elysia Resort's Annual Fiddler's Steak Out. Join in for a fun music-filled evening, and some down home dancin' and an all-you-can-eat BBQ.
Fishing Information	From diverse still waters to Sockeye salmon creeks and rivers, the exceptionally beautiful and unique Quesnel Lake ecosystem offers Rainbow trout angling that is unparalleled anywhere in British Columbia. Forged by glaciers, Quesnel Lake is the deepest freshwater fjord in the world (over 2000 feet deep). Fed by numerous creeks and two major rivers, it is the nursery that hosts the offspring of millions of Sockeye salmon, providing the ingredients for truly spectacular angling for a genetically pure strain of slow maturing trout. While Rainbows are primary targets, Bull trout, Lake trout, Kokanee and white fish are also in abundance. Great fly fishing is not limited to the lake and feeder creeks. Numerous small still waters abound in the region as well as three world-class rivers. Spin casting and trolling are also common angling methods.
Sample Itinerary	Sample 4-Night/3-Day Fishing & Adventure Package Activity overview: Fly fishing along the shores and creek mouths of Quesnel Lake; Trolling (bucktailing) on Quesnel Lake from a motor boat; nature viewing possibilities of Moose, Black Bear, Grizzly Bear, Mountain Goats, Caribou, Beaver, Otter, Mink, Martins, Eagles, Osprey, Hawks, Great Blue Heron, Grouse and so on; sightseeing around historic Quesnel Forks and Quesnel Hydraulic Gold Mine and Town Site; jet boating up and down the white waters of Quesnel River; sightseeing of long sandy beaches, giant ancient cedar rain forests, and magnificent water falls, including their own 200 foot Niagara Falls. Sample Itinerary Day 1. Begin your journey at the Williams Lake Airport or Train Station. Take an easy 1½ hour shuttle east to Quesnel Lake via the town of Horsefly. Arrive in time to relax in the hot tub before enjoying a gourmet dinner in the panoramic dining room. Fall asleep to the hauntingly, restful sound of the loons. Day 2. After beginning your day with a scrumptious breakfast, enjoy a two-hour back-road journey along the Horsefly River and West Arm of Quesnel Lake to a jet boat location at historic Quesnel Forks. Here you can relive the gold rush of the largest town north of San Francisco in the mid 1800s. Experience the excitement of a jet boat trip down the white waters of Quesnel River to Quesnel River Lodge, the homestead of Quesnel Hydraulic Gold Mine and Town site. You can also be assured of a fun and exciting ride to the hot fishing spots. Sit by the 24-foot tall river-rock fireplace and eat a hearty home cooked lunch. Learn about the history of this historic town site developed in the early 1900s. After returning to the resort, enjoy a soak in the tub or canoe ride before enjoying dinner and a cocktail on the patio. Day 3. Start your morning with a hearty breakfast, before trekking up to the playground area for one hour of optional instruction with your guide on the art of fly casting. Then, by boat, you will follow beautiful sandy beaches of the North Arm while bucktailing and casting for wild rainbow trout. If it is big rainbows or big Bull Trout you hunger for, Elysia should be your destination. You will also find ample opportunity to observe Giant Ancient Cedar Rain Forests and long sandy beaches while keeping your eyes open for wildlife. Time will be provided for you to have a tasty picnic lunch on the shore. Once back at the resort, relax and unwind, or enjoy a short canoe ride before heading to the lodge for dinner and a sunset. Day 4. Wake up to a wholesome breakfast and grab your camera for this spectacular boat ride and fishing adventure up the rocky shores of the East Arm. Search for mountain goats along the rocky cliffs and see natural wonders such as Elysia’s very own 200-foot Niagara Falls. Here at the falls you will enjoy a delicious and hot shore lunch. Back at the resort, enjoy a game of horseshoes or badminton, or simply relax in one of the outdoor hammocks. Mosey over to the lodge to enjoy one of the chef’s daily features and a bottle of wine. Day 5. Have a final Elysia Resort breakfast, say “so long” to new friends, and then be taken to the Airport or Train Station for your trip home.
Additional Info	Weddings & Family Reunions Elysia Resort on Quesnel Lake can provide one of the most romantic and unique destinations for your wedding. Have your wedding on the beach, using driftwood for seats, with the mountains and lake as your back drop. Have the champagne celebration on the patio, then come inside for a gourmet "plate service" meal serving up to six courses. Then, under the stars, Milky Way and Northern lights, dance the first dance of many to come. Due to Elysia’s central location in BC and distance from Alberta, and are near a commercial airport, they are ideally located to do family reunions for families scattered over the Pacific North West. Let Elysia’s Event Planners plan your reunion for you, so you can relax and enjoy your family. The resort can comfortably handle up to 60 guests and have made many families happy - they can make you happy too! Elysia loves planning family reunions and any other special event, and it shows in the quality of their events.
Nearest Airport	Williams Lake Regional Airport
Rate Plan	Daily Self-Guided Packages American Plan – Your Boat Rates are per person, per day. One Person: $137 Two Persons: $111 Three Persons: $94 Four Persons: $86 No Pets Includes: Cozy guest room (two double beds, private bath, large deck and lake view). Newly renovated in 2005! – Thirsty new towels, new beds, comforters and duvet covers, new flooring and sliding glass doors onto your own lake side deck and a $1 million dollar view! All meals - al a Carte breakfasts, hearty packed lunches, gourmet dinners (your choice of appetizers, entrees and desserts), full use of resort facilities & amenities, moorage of your boat. Deluxe American Plan – Your Boat Rates are per person, per day. One Person: $258 Two Persons: $163 Three Persons: $129 Four Persons: $111 No Pets Includes: Two-bedroom deluxe cabin (kitchen, private bath, fireplace, large deck, lake view, with one queen and two twin beds and extra sleeping in the living room). Built in 2005! All meals – a la Carte breakfasts, hearty packed lunches, gourmet dinners (your choice of appetizers, entrees and desserts), full use of resort facilities & amenities, moorage of your boat. All-Inclusive – Elysia’s Boat Rates are per person, per day. One Person: $263 Two Persons: $172 Three Persons: $137 Four Persons: $112 No Pets Includes: Cozy guest room (two double beds, private bath, large deck and lake view). Newly renovated in 2005! – Thirsty new towels, new beds, comforters and duvet covers, new flooring and sliding glass doors onto your own lake side deck and a $1 million dollar view! All meals - al a Carte breakfasts, hearty packed lunches, gourmet dinners (your choice of appetizers, entrees and desserts), full use of resort facilities and amenities, 16-foot center console boat with 50hp Mercury motor. Deluxe All-Inclusive – Elysia’s Boat Rates are per person, per day. One Persons: $318 Two Persons: $215 Three Persons: $163 Four Persons: $137 No Pets Includes: Two-bedroom deluxe cabin (mini kitchen, private bath, fireplace, large deck, and lake view, with one queen and two twin beds and extra sleeping in the living room). Built new in 2005! All meals - al a Carte breakfasts, hearty packed lunches, gourmet dinners (your choice of appetizers, entrees and desserts), full use of resort facilities and amenities, 16-foot center console boat with 50hp Mercury motor. Above prices are based on double occupancy, three-day minimum. Taxes, alcohol, fuel and gratuities are extra. Women’s Fly Fishing Academy Three days/four nights of 2 on 1 fully guided fly fishing tactics instruction. $1377/person (double occupancy, taxes extra). Instructor: Quille Farnham. Maximum 2 women.
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Amenities
Bait & Tackle Shop Bar/Lounge Courtesy Docks Fish Cleaning House Fly Shop Game Room Gas Docks	Internet Access Jacuzzi/Hot Tub Lake on Property Landing Strip (Small Aircraft) Laundry Service or Facilities Meeting Facilities Miles of Trout Streams	Moorage Restaurant RV Facilities Wedding Facilities Youth Entertainment Area

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Canoes	Fishing Boats

Activities
Canoeing Catch & Release Fly Fishing Dancing Floatplane Tours Fly Fishing Freshwater Fishing Guided Fishing and Instruction	Hiking Horseshoes Kayaking Lake Fishing Local Sightseeing Nature Hikes Photography	River Fishing Stillwater Fly Fishing Stream Fishing Sunning Swimming Volleyball Wildlife Viewing

Special Programs Available
Women's Only

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Reservation Policy Reservations required. Prices are subject to change without notice. Bookings are confirmed and guaranteed with a 50% deposit. Deposits are nonrefundable, but with reasonable notice may be transferred to another available date. Cancellation Policy If you fail to show, or cancel outside of the agreed cancellation policy time period, Elysia reserves the right to charge the full amount of your intended stay to the credit card given at the time of booking.

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