lake george breeze - Lake George Cottagers Association

LAKE GEORGE BREEZE
VOL 65 - JULY - 2015 - NO 3,
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HELP THE LAKE GEORGE CONSERVANCY!!
GET YOUR TICKETS NOW FOR THE 2ND ANNUAL
NELSON’S CHICKEN FUND RAISER!!
Go to signs around lake to buy tickets!
Serving at the Shelton Fireworks
Pick-up 10 to 1
CALL: CRAIG JOHNSON FOR ANY
July
4th
GET NELSON’S CHICKEN
SAT: 10 TO 1
FIREWORKS AT DARK
BOAT PARADE AT 6:30
QUESTIONS!! 517-238-2471
6 13, & 20th
NO CHILD LEFT INDOORS
PS: DON’T LISTEN TO THESE GUYS!!!!
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LGCA MTG - 8:30
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Thomas Dent
COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR
For the Lake George Cottagers Association. Last
month’s picture was that of
a really “younger” Thomas!! But, he did have a great
excuse not being at the
meeting and the photo opt,
he became a brand new
dad!! Congratulations to
the new parents!!
12th
LGCA MTG- 8:30
12th
LAKE GEORGE BBQ - More in
next Breeze
Meet Sarah and Danny King
your organizers for the 2015 Boat Parade!! THEME: America Loves…. ,
Saturday July 4th, 6:30pm Boats starting from Brown’s Point. Participant
meeting Saturday July 4th 10:00am
Hall’s Ski Club. If you entered a boat please attend meeting
for special instructions!!!
Cash prizes and trophies for 1st-4th place boats! WE NEED
JUDGES FROM AROUND THE LAKE!! Contact Danny or
Sarah if you would like to assist with judging this year!
260-437-0887 or [email protected]
TYPE IN (EASY WAY!!): FACEBOOK, LAKE GEORGE COTTAGERS
That’s it! IT WILL PULL UP SEVERAL WAYS TO ACCESS OUR INFORMATION!! . OR THE FORMAL WAY IS:
www.LakeGeorgeIN.com and/or Facebook www.facebook.com/LakeGeorgeCottagersAssociation
IMPORTANT THREAT TO STEUBEN COUNTY LAKES
WE NEED TO BE HEARD
4,800 HOG FARM
On Monday, August 3, 2015, at 6:00 p.m., the Steuben County BZA (Board of Zoning Appeals) will give or not give the final
approval to K & D Contract Pork to build a 4,800 hog operation (CAFO) an uncomfortable distance from Lime Lake and Lake
Gage. We, as a Lake George group, need to take a stand and let our concerns be noted on this issue. We need to set a precedence that this type of land use is not acceptable close to any lake community. If it could happen to them, it could happen to us!
The Lake George Political Action Committee (PAC) has contacted various county officials and voiced its displeasure on a one on
one basis. We need a large contingency of Lake George folks at the public meeting to show our displeasure. There will be many
people speaking against the proposal from various lake organizations and Lake Councils and we need to back them with our
physical support.
ATTEND THE STEUBEN BZA MEETING ON MONDAY, AUGUST 3, AT 6:00 HELD IN THE AUDITORIUM IN “STEUBEN COUNTY
GOVERNMENT CENTER” (THE OLD HIGH SCHOOL BLDG) LOCATED TWO BLOCKS SOUTH OF THE ANGOLA
CIRCLE. THANK YOU!!
Gary Zandstra – Lake George P.A.C.
KIND AND GENEROUS LAKE GEORGE SOUL!!
Glenn Bickle (his wife too, Chris) have lived on Lake George for a very long time and
Duane Topel and Glenn Bickle
have always pitched-in to help Lake George sailing groups, Conservancy and the Cottagers Association in many different ways. This time Glenn helped in a different way, he
found this adorable train that is named “Lake George” and donated the train to the local
“Tri-State Station” located at the Outlet Mall. This is great for Lake George too as on
those rainy days at the lake, you can take the kids to look and learn about our past.
There are so many different types of scenes, from country to circuses to logging operations etc. A group of men enthusiastic about trains put these displays together which
rival any ones!! They can custom build one for you too. You can join Tri-State Station
Club by contacting Duane Topel at 419-304-7030 or [email protected]. You
may contact him to set up a special tours and history lesson!! The Station is opened from
10 to 4 every Saturday BUT will accommodate special requests for tours during the
week. The kids will love this and there is a station that is hands on!!
ICCSA NEWS
Three races completed with three different winners is indicative of
the level of competition in the Inland Cat fleet. Rick Ahaus, Wally
Leuenberger, and Jack Stiefel have each won one race, and all
three compete in the elite Cup Fleet of the club.
The club is holding two special events in July. On Wednesday,
July 15, an informal Beer Can Race will start at 6:15 PM followed
by a cookout/potluck at the Mahuren home. All mono-hull sailboats are invited to participate. That means Lasers, Sunfish, Flying
Scots, Day Sailors, etc. Join the Inland Cat skippers for fun and
food. For more information, contact Don Schmidt.
The second special event is the 58th Annual Regatta for this sailboat
class during the weekend of July 24-26 John Larimore and Norm
Bell, the fleet’s co-founders and co-designers of the sailboat, would
be very proud that the sailors and their families continue the traditions of serious competition coupled with warm friendships on
Lake George.
Stan Parrish and Commodore Renate Brenneke are organizing the
Regatta which requires the involvement of the entire club. All
Inland Cat boat owners are welcome to participate. If you do not
receive an invitation and registration form, please contact Stan or
Renate. Their contact information is in the LG Directory.
DO YOU KNOW WHY WE
SPRAY FOR WEEDS??
Let me introduce you to Eurasian Milfoil. For all you new Lake George residents, this weed can stop your boat!!
It curls around on the surface water
and your prop. These pictures were
taken in 2008 while I was boating in
the Bayview area. (more pics in the
Conservancy Bldg.). This weed can
cover a whole lake in a few short
years!! Search internet about a MI
lake that did not heed the warning
and what happened to their economy
and their lake!! You will think spraying and paying is worth it!!
DONATE
TO YOUR WEED
FUND!!
AS BREEZE EDITOR (Faye Schlatter) I look for stories, pictures, new news etc. but I could use your help. If you have
or know of anything that is interesting to share just email:
[email protected]
A KIND AND GENEROUS LAKE GEORGE
SOUL HAS PASSED AWAY.
CALLING ALL LG KIDS!!
Tom Cordes lived on Caroline Drive
and was one of those guys who loved
Lake George and showed his appreciation
by fishing all summer long to catch
“thousands” of LG fish!! Every winter
Tom generously served up, free of charge,
all the fish he caught to every year-round
resident of the Lake. Tom was generous
like that!! We will miss that sparkle in
his eye and that deep chuckle in his
voice! Our condolences to Karla and her
family. Good bye Tom, you will certainly
Lake George Conservancy and the Lake George
Cottagers Association can always use extra help.
Look, it is easy work, see PRESIDENT 0f LGC ,Don
Parrish, doing a little weeding! WE NEED
WEEDERS IF THE FLOWER BEDS ARE TO REMAIN!! Both Associations are always looking for
volunteers, to do all kinds of little and big projects! If you’re looking for a little comradery, or
something to do, please call Rick Weaver, President, LGCA; or Don,
or Gary Zandstra, or Nancy Stiefel, all in our beautiful Lake George
Directory!! ALSO check to see if your information is correct. We
remind people every year to do this and sometimes it just slips right
by you. Thomas Dent will make changes now so contact him at:
EMILY HATCHER AND FRIEND ERIC
EMERICK have some great ideas for our
younger kids and teens. She and Eric are
thinking of ways for the kids around Lake
George to get involved, meet and greet and do
fun things together, they’re thinking of ski
club, maybe a tubbing club,
races, dances etc. Watch for
upcoming Breezes and Facebook
for kid’s events. Call Emily at
248-974-5460 to share ideas,
volunteer to help or comment!!
For Sale – Metal Pier Platform – Hardware Only – Four Foot
Extension – Sale Price: $650.00
Can be seen at 440 Lane 301B Lake George
Call Dave at 260-316-3118
1993 Sea Ray Boat ( Laguna Series 16' 0'' )
With 40hp Mercury oil injected
out board.
With Trailer. Price : $3,500.00
[email protected]
Call Larry 260-413-6198
Shore Station Boat Lift with Canopy
House available -weekly rental
5 Bedrooms, 3 Baths on Nipigon Road
Casey: - 765-977-8075
and DC electric motor. Model #
SSV20100
Canopy cover new, never been installed.
Price $4,600.00 Call Larry 260413-6198
10,000 BTU window air condition approx. 10- 15 yrs. old
$75, Call Bud Hickox 260-5572118
This is brother Jim!! The GalMeet Bill and Tracy Gallogly of
Spencer IN,. Bill bought his broth- loglys moved to their late
er’s ( Jim) cottage at1030 Bayview. mother’s ( Sally) cottage at
580 LN 300 Lake George.
We welcome you both!!
It’s all in the family at Lake
And that’s Lorna & Jim
George!!
12 ft Sea Nymph Alum. fishing boat, $225
Yamaha 45 hp outboard motor, $350
Lift for fishing boat, $150
1/2 hp Wayne pump (GE jet pump motor) 115/230v $30
Marilyn or Steve Parrot parrot100 Lane 201-A
Email: [email protected] or Call: 1260-668-1834
WARREN MEILANDER
Warren Meilander passed away Sunday,
6/21. Warren was a long-time resident of Lake
George. He lived on Lane 201C on the Mill Pond.
LG TURTLES
The turtles on Lake George
have a heck of a time surviving: cars, speed boats AND
raccoons!! At the end of
Kope Kon, a couple of neighbors took part of their yard
to make a nice sandy beach.
It also brought in turtles
whose nesting areas around
the lake have been taken
over by seawalls, grass etc
making nesting really hard.
With that new sandy beach
it’s easy for then now and
easy for raccoons to find, dig
up and eat every last egg!!
Hundreds and hundreds of
eggs are destroyed! A continual fest like that will certainly make a big decline in
our turtle population eventually! Some generous souls
like Robert Shirey took on
the responsibility to safely
dig up and hatch a batch or
two. You might call Bob or
email to ask him
his secret to do if
you’d like to help
the turtles survive!!
Don’t forget the lake George
Conservancy trails are there
for you to use and enjoy.
Many volunteers have
cleared and maintained
them, so bring the kids and
family pets and enjoy a day
in the woods, bring a picnic
lunch too. You may call
Gary Zandstra if you have
any questions!!
260-833-3597
BOUTIQUE
If you haven’t stopped in the Boutique lately, there are special surprises to buy as gifts for other or
for yourself!! Below is crafty
Cheryl Buchhop of Clear Lake
who hand-stitches beautiful tea
towels, so cute!! Local artists have
come from all over this county
and others to show their talents,
there’s note cards, paintings, candles, pottery and so much more.
We even have the famous Gurgle
vase or pitcher are for sale. Come
in soon!!
It’s Not Too Late to Register for No Child Left
Indoors
The Lake George Conservancy has
been sponsoring No Child Left Indoors for seven summers! This nature study program is for
children aged 5 to 12. Teaching children about nature is a
fun, effective way to ensure that they will be committed, future stewards of our precious Lake George and its watershed.
Please note that registration is required as well as a signed
permission slip.
Parents can register their child with Linda Weaver, [email protected]. Cell phone: 419-783-1402.
Coordinators Liz and Greg Poole shared the plans for this
summer’s three sessions:
Session #1. Monday, July 6th, 10:00 AM - noon
(Conservancy Property). Presentation by SOARIN' HAWK
RAPTOR REHAB of Ft. Wayne will include live raptor birds,
including an owl, hawk, vulture, falcon, and eagle (if his
manners have improved).
On June 25, several members of
the book group met in Adrian,
Michigan, at Governor’s Croswell
Tea Room for high tea and a tour
of this area known for its Underground Railroad activity during
the mid-1800’s. The group had
read Underground Angel about the
amazing life of Quaker abolitionist, Laura Smith Haviland who
lived in Adrian.
July’s book is The Rosie Project by
Graeme Simsion, a romantic novel
featuring an oddly charming, socially challenged genetics professor as he seeks true love. The
group will meet at 10:00 AM on
Thursday, July 23, at the home of
Renate Brenneke; Nancy Stiefel is
facilitator.
The August book is Mrs. Lincoln's
Dressmaker by Jennifer Chiaverini. In September we will read
Clara and Mr. Tiffany by Susan
Vreeland. The group always
meets at 10 AM on the fourth
Thursday of the month.
Session #2. Monday, July 13th, 10:00 AM - noon
(Conservancy Property). WILDLIFE presented by Michigan
DNR Officer Jordan Richardson and SAFETY AND RULES ON
WATER by Officer Page of the Michigan Conservation Department.
Session # 3. Monday, July 20th, 10:00 AM - noon (Lake
George Retreat lawn). The always popular FISHING session
with presentations by Justin Elston, Hunter Arney, and Bob
Trammel. Bait is supplied by BIG D'S BAIT AND TACKLE.
Please bring your life jacket and a fishing rod if you have
one. A rod will be provided if needed.
A related craft project is also part of each session. We recommend children bring a water bottle to each session and wear
appropriate clothing and shoes for the weather and woods.
Please also wear or bring insect repellant. Snacks and additional water are provided at each session.
Laser Fleet News
The Lake George Laser fleet has completed 3 official
races with Kevin Ahaus of Richmond winning all
three! The Laser fleet may not include many sailboats, but they have fun! The first three races this summer have
been windy and competitive.
If weather permits, the fleet holds two races each Sunday afternoon starting at 1:00 PM. Each skipper can count his or her
better finish toward the season standings. You can compete in
both races or in only one. The skippers take turns setting up the
course and calling the starting sequence.
And remember that all small, mono-hull sailboats and all age
skippers are welcome to compete: Sunfish, Force 5, etc. Questions? Contact Commodore Dan Andrews on Lane 201B.
WATCH OUT LAKE GEORGE
BOATERS!!
Mike McAlear and his wife Gloria are new residents on Lake George. Mike has
joined the Steuben County Sheriff's Office and will be patrolling our lake as well as
Steuben's other lakes! He has attended the Police Academy of Lucas County as well as
Indiana's required Pre - Basic course on law enforcement.
The 4th of July Holiday is by far our busiest time of the summer. Make sure you and
your guests fully understand the laws pertaining to our waterways; they are in place
to keep us safe!
We will be writing tickets for violations!
1.) Lake George is a "restricted" lake, 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM high speed boating is permitted, Before and after 10mph maximum,
no wake is preferred. Boat travel is "counter clockwise" around the lake.
2.) Jet Skis represent 80% of our accidents in Indiana. You must be at least 15 years of age with a "Boaters Safety Certificate" on
board to drive a jet ski. Michigan is very similar, 14 1/2 with a "Boaters Safety Certificate". A 3 person jet ski includes anyone
being towed (part of the boat), 3 people max are allowed to be on a 3 person jet ski, this includes small children! Proper life jackets are required on all aboard.
3.)The buoys on Lake George represent the designated swim area, boats traveling in and out of that area should be at no wake and
will go directly out (perpendicular) to shore. Fishing boats traveling in that space must use their electric motors unless trolling.
Swimmers have the right of way over powered boats.
4.) Please pay special attention when a skier/boarder/tuber falls!! As a driver you should return to the fallen person as quickly
and safely as you can. Skiers should hold up their ski, boarders their board and tubers wave their arms.
Some boats will carry a bright flag, meaning they have a fallen skier. Other boaters MUST keep a safe distance from fallen skiers
and other boats.
5.) Sitting on the side of a boat (gunnel), transom or swim platform while the prop is turning is a safety violation.
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6.) Pontoons can not have anyone in front of the front rail while the prop is turning.
Thanks, Paul Schlatter, Deputy
GLENN BICKLE
of Lake George and Ft.
Wayne, is a retired
school teacher who decided one day to compile
a list from our Directory, the number of LG
residents who lived in
other towns. These are
the 2012 results of the
most popular.
INDIANA
OHIO
Ft. Wayne 107
Toledo
Fremont 63
Defiance 4
New Haven 12
Maumee 3
Decatur 11
Columbus 3
Angola 7
Perrysburg3
TAPS
8
Cincinnati 2
PS: These figures are from 2012 and Glenn promised to update these in the near
future. Thanks Glenn for putting this together.
79 YEAR OLD RIDES AGAIN!!
If you listen closely you might
hear the sound of a trumpet blowing in the wind. Someone, some
where plays taps on Sunday evening. At least me and my neighbors
heard it this last Sunday evening!!
Does anyone know who this is??
Or, if the person playing the
beautiful melody will come forward and share your story with
me I would love to put into our
next Breeze!!
It is a nice thing to play at sunset
and we really appreciated it.
Good job who ever you are!!
Dick and Dorothy Burrows had a guest, Leo J. Colins of Martinsville, IN who on June 11, decided he wanted to water ski on Lake
George!! He did it!!
He has never been a resident here so I guess what I’d like to do is
challenge all you Lake George guys over 70 to water ski on Lake
George!! I will be most happy to go with you for a photo shoot!!!
Or send me a good quality photo!! Call Me!! PS Leo is the grandfather of their grandson-in-law, Brenton.
LEO J. COLINS