Hello, was just up in the BWCA over the past few days, drove through town and only the old flag was up on the main stretch. What gives?

Our family vacations in Ely almost every year. This year it seems a lot quieter than usual. Any reason why or is my perception just off?

Also is the Frisky Otter any good? Any other recommendations?

Edit for my opinions on food:

Frisky Otter was better than I anticipated. Good service and good food.

Boathouse seems to have been bought out and quality has went down drastically.

Stony Ridge was decent but nothing like it used to be ~5 years ago.

Insula was good.

Hi Ely fam! I have a friend who lives there and I would like to send them a package. Would they have an easy local drop off way to ship a return if the item doesn't fit? Or would they have to drive a ways?

Thanks for the assist. I don't want to ask them since it is a surprise.

Great time up in Ely over the fourth of July during the all class reunion!!

Good job Ely!!

I’m on echo trail and the rain is hitting hard af.

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Please Help

Last night Reis Grams was fishing next to Curtain Falls and in an effort to help a friend his canoe went over the falls. Reis has been missing since and thus far there has been no sign of him or the canoe he was in. His brother also went over the falls but was found quickly and airlifted to safety. Search and rescue is currently in the area looking for him.

Reis is an experienced outdoorsman and well educated on how to handle survival scenarios. If he survived the fall he is likely injured and waiting for help. I understand this is extremely difficult terrain and a hard area to access. Maybe you were headed out there anyway. Maybe you have a friend already in the area with a satellite phone or you know someone experienced in this kind of search and rescue who can help. Or maybe you are just a kind human willing to look for a husband and father of two children who needs your help. If you have the ability to help look for Reis, please help.

He generally wears darker clothing, greys or blues. A recent picture is attached to this post.

Please PM me with any questions or offers of assistance.

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I saw this on Facebook or somewhere. Anyone know the story?

https://friskyotterely.com/

When I was in town, last, in Sept some locals were suggesting the Steakhouse was going to be permanently closing in the not-to-distant future. I know at this point it'd be hearsay and conjecture, but does anyone know what's up? The place holds a special place in my heart regarding frequent trips into Ely, as well as it being a jumping-off point for numerous BWCAW trips, so I'd hope it continues.

Anyone on here been deer hunting out of the Ely area this last weekend?

Going to be in Ely for a few days and I bet we'll want some pizza. Where's the best place to go?

Whats happening Ely?

Does Zup's in Ely stock tubed peanut butter? Heading into the Dub and need pb.

"If you're free on Thursday this week from 4-9 PM there's an opportunity to be an extra in the movie! Dress as if it's 4th of July!"

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Going up to Farm Lake this weekend for some fishing. What's the current mosquito situation like?

Just checking in.