Highlights from the June 23,2018 meeting. Please go to the Protect Your Lake link to see the 2017 Lake Winona Water Quality Report. The Beaver Study Group reports that the “Beaver Deceiver” they built in the fall seems to be working. This allows water to flow under the dam in a way that does not disturb the beavers, so they do not block it up. The Lake Host Program is up and running. The Nominating Committee has volunteers for the…
The Lake Winona Improvement Association (LWIA) summer meeting will be held Saturday, June 23 at 9 am. Jeanne Chute (900 Winona Rd) has once again graciously offered her wonderful yard and stunning views of the lake for our meeting. Coffee, donuts and chairs will be provided. The proposed meeting agenda will include: Meet and greet new owners (if you’re new to the lake, please join us) Review LWIA budget & vote on 2018 fund appropriations Distribution of new owner contact books…
It’s a rainy day in New Hampshire and the ice out is a few days away, but there are sure signs of spring!
Many of you may not know this, but this year was the LWIA’s 70th anniversary. Since its humble start by a group of owners on West Shore Road in 1947, the LWIA has been a formal steward for: Preserving the water quality and the land’s natural beauty; Promoting the safe, courteous and sensible use of the water; Encouraging friendly relations among members through social activities Upholding the LWIA’s mission is the role of its board of directors. Over the years,…
Avoid blowing grass clippings or raking leaves into the lake. These actions can contribute phosphorous to our lake and lead to nuisance algal and plant growth. See how to prevent phosphorous from getting into Lake Winona. Take one last boat excursion to check for potential invasive species. NH LAKES Lake Host Program has made 20 ‘saves’ this season alone – preventing aquatic invasive species from entering or exiting a waterbody. Learn what to do if you think you spot an exotic…
Two committees were approved at our meeting on Saturday. We are looking for volunteers for the new Nominating Committee (Althea Dunscombe, Chair) and the new Study Group to investigate the beaver issue (Don Thibeault, Chair). For more information, please contact the Chair of the committee or Katie Hedberg at kate.hedberg@gmail.com.
A few reminders: Please remember to RSVP by August 8 to Nora Foster at 677-6281 or norafoster1 [at] gmail.com to let her know you’re coming (we need a head count for grilled items) and what dish you’re bringing (to ensure we don’t get too many of the same thing). See earlier posting for more detail. The Annual Paddle Races will be heading off the Epstein’s dock. See previous posting for details. The minutes from our June Meeting and the revised By-Laws are…
Lake Winona Annual Canoe and Kayak Races Time: 4:00 pm (check in starts at 3:45 pm) Where: start and end at Paul & Tricia Epstein’s dock — 182 West Shore Road. Race course goes around race buoy. Canoe Race – 2 participants per canoe Kayak Race – 1 participant per Kayak Awards: Ribbons for all participants. Race age groups: 0-12, 13-17, 18+ Rules: Just have fun! Please adhere to all NH Marine regulations.
Please see the attached alert and article about the Chinese Mystery Snail. This information was graciously shared with us by the Waukewan and Winona Watershed Protective Association. This snail is a dangerous invasive species and we need to be vigilant to protect our lake.Chinese Mystery Snails Mystery Snail Alert 7.11.17
The LWIA’s Summer Social and Potluck lunch will be held on Saturday, August 12, at noon (rain date Sunday, Aug. 13). The Anchorage Lodge has graciously offered their location for the event. We’ll eat at 12:30, then review a few business matters at 1:00 pm. Burgers (beef and veggie), hot dogs, water and lemonade are being provided by the Association. Owners are asked to bring a dish to share and lawn chairs. Please RSVP by August 8 to Nora Foster…