Podcast Summary
Ice Fishing Business Challenges: Mild temperatures and lack of snow cause issues for ice fishing businesses, forcing innovations like using sleds instead of driving on the ice, and some closures.
This winter season has been unusual with mild temperatures and lack of snow, causing issues for ice fishing businesses. Ronald Prue from Saint-de-Pesh Seir in Vodroy Dorion, who has been operating his family business on Lake of Two Mountains for over 40 years, shares that the ice thickness is currently around 10 inches, which is not enough for people to drive on it. Instead, they are making innovations by using sleds to transport people to their cabins. Despite these challenges, they are managing to stay open, albeit with some adjustments. The warm weather has also affected other areas, with the municipality of Saginaw announcing that they will not be opening the rice villages for ice fishing this season. Overall, the winter blues may be lifted by the return of the sun and mild temperatures, but it's not great news for ice fishing businesses.
Impact of climate change on ice fishing industry: Climate change is causing thinning ice and reduced capacity for ice fishing businesses, leading to financial challenges. However, fishing remains excellent, and businesses may need to adapt to these new conditions.
The changing climate conditions are significantly impacting the ice fishing industry in the region, leading to thinning ice and reduced capacity for businesses. This has resulted in financial challenges for these businesses, as they are unable to operate at full capacity and struggle to make decent profits. Despite the challenges, the fishing itself has been excellent, with good catches of perch, walleye, and even sturgeon. However, the thin ice has made it difficult to catch larger species like sturgeon, as they require a strong setup. The interviewee, who has been in the industry for 40 years, has noted that these changes have occurred rapidly in the last five years, and they are likely to become the norm in the future. As a result, businesses may need to modify their infrastructure to adapt to these new conditions. Overall, the ice fishing industry in the region is facing significant challenges due to climate change, but the fishing itself remains a source of enjoyment and pride for those who are able to get out on the ice.
Pash family's connection to water: The Pash family's long-term commitment and investment in their water-based business, Pash CR, demonstrates their resilience and determination in the face of challenges.
The Pash family owns and operates a business named Pash CR, which they sunk in Vodory Dorion and set up on the Lake of Two Mountains. This suggests that the Pash family has a strong connection to the water and may have built their livelihood around it. The fact that they have sunk their business in this location indicates a long-term commitment and investment in their enterprise. Moreover, the fact that it's a family business implies a sense of tradition and legacy. The phrase "run out" could suggest that the business may have faced challenges or hardships, but the Pash family persevered and continued to operate it. Overall, this brief discussion highlights the resilience and determination of the Pash family in building and maintaining their business despite any obstacles they may have encountered.