The
Wallooner Spring 2022
Greenbelts:
Keeping Things in Their Place PG. 9
Classic Cottages of Walloon
The WLAC Earns National Recognition
Become a Lake Ambassador
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PG. 14
PG. 15
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CONTENTS 02
Letter from the Executive Director
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Classic Cottages of Walloon
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The Taylor Family: A Walloon Centennial Family
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Think Small: Avoid the Impacts of Large Boulder Riprap on Your Shoreline
Letter from the
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
By Josephine Roberts
By Lauren Macintyre
By Lauren Macintyre
By Jennifer DeMoss
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Greenbelts: Keeping Things in Their Place
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Lake Issues: What’s true and what’s false?
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Wander Walloon with Us!
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Government Affairs Committee Update
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Become a Lake Ambassador
By Connor Dennis
The Stewardship of Walloon
DEAR FRIENDS,
Happy spring tidings! The emerging greenery, snow (ice) melt and sunshine simply revitalizes my soul and leaves me in anticipation for another great summer season. This year is extra special for me as March has marked my fifth year leading the Walloon Lake Association and Conservancy as its Executive Director. As I started a play-by-play listing of activities and successes for this article, I quickly realized that my 500 word limit for this publication was just not going to be enough! With that said, I thought it would be fun to share with you five things I have loved about my job in these past five years.
By Jac Talcott
1 Walloon Lake. (Enough said)
The Parrish Family: A Walloon Centennial Family
2 Wallooners. You (and also the sandwich at the General Store, of course). While we protect land and water, the true heart of the WLAC is the people. You love this lake and surrounding area so fervently, and you pass it onto the next generation as if it were written in your DNA. It is this passion and investment to keep Walloon beautiful, wild and protected forever that fuels the work we do here at the WLAC. You inspire me every day.
By Lauren Macintyre
The WLAC Earns National Recognition
By Mary Pat Goldich
Safety First and Village News Walloon Sailors New WLAC Trustees Great Fun, Great Cause: Camp Daggett Golf Outing In Memoriam Recipe By Chef Eric Latcham
3 The history and heritage. From the legacy of Ernest Hemmingway and all of the family traditions surrounding the lake to classic Walloon Woodies and the watercolor paintings of historic cottages and vignettes of lazy days on the water, there is much to appreciate about our quaint way of life in Northern Michigan. There is also so much that we want to never end or forget. I consider us lucky to have such an incredible amount of history attached to this organization – both the memories and the actual boxes of old notes from presidents past and black and white photos of events “back in the day.” The nostalgia for Walloon is extraordinary. 4 The staff and volunteers. When I first started my job in 2017, we had 2.5 staffers in the office and have since grown to 6 full-time staffers with multiple seasonal interns. I have
so much reverence and respect for all of the staff, past and present. Additionally, it is an understatement to say that the folks that help us accomplish our organizational strategic goals are the best. No, literally. Many of our Trustees and committee members hail from long, successful careers from a variety of fields from education to the Fortune 500. Our pool of volunteers here would be qualified to run a nation! I like to think that in the last five years working so intimately with captains of industry has earned me, what I call, a “Walloon Executive MBA.” 5 The wildlife (including the dogs of Walloon). In 2018, we launched our vernal pool monitoring program where we get volunteers to slosh around muddy puddles with hopes to document various indicator species of plants, bugs and animals. It was a great media story that 9&10 News picked up and I remember being struck by the reporter fact-checking whether or not salamanders actually lived in Michigan. Yes, they do! Similarly, in a meeting with members of the Manthei family last summer, one shared the cutest video of otters playing up in Mill Pond. I have reshared this video with friends and colleagues who were just astounded that there are otters in Walloon Lake! Whether it be the bass nesting in the shallows, woodcocks doing their mating dance at the Postle Farm Preserve or the young eagles that circle Fineout Creek, Walloon Lake and its watershed is a place where people and nature thrive, together. Reflecting on the last five years, I am proud to look back at the substantial progress we have made towards sustainable conservation of Walloon Lake. In all truthfulness though, I am most excited about the next five years as I feel we’ve only just hit our stride. All my best,
Josephine Roberts
The Wallooner | Spring 2022
The elegant Smith Cottage, circa 1906, on Indian Garden Point (Photo courtesy of the owner)
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CLASSIC COTTAGES
of Walloon PART ONE By Lauren Macintyre
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andering along the shores of Walloon reveals a myriad of architectural styles, reflected in the charming classic cottages that dot the lakefront. These picturesque homes, whether rustic log cabin, Victorian cottage, vintage farmhouse, Sears kit house or cozy bungalow, stand as evidence of Walloon's rich history. Many of these vintage cottages date from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, built as Walloon was emerging as a popular resort destination. The oldest dwellings on Walloon are generally believed to be the pristine VanDermark/Stone cabin (1875) on upper Lake Grove Road, and the well-preserved Weller/Cavell log cabin (1884) on Kurtz Crossing, both featured in previous issues of The Wallooner. Some of Walloon's vintage cottages reflect the simpler lifestyle of the past and thus may be rather small. Happily, many have found new lives as guest cottages or studios. Others have been renovated or creatively expanded through additions to accommodate the needs of today's families. What is most inspiring, though, is that these picturesque cottages have indeed been preserved, a credit to those who cherish the lake's historic traditions. Showcased in this article are ten lovely cottages that exemplify the vintage cottage styles seen around Walloon. They are of varying ages and locations around the lake, presented in no particular order. There are, however, scores of other delightful heirloom cottages around Walloon, so this article is just the first in a continuing series entitled "Classic Cottages of Walloon." Beginning with the cottage shown above, here are ten classic cottages that reflect the vintage architectural styles of Walloon.
“COEUR DU LAC”
DAVID & NANCY SMITH, OWNERS
Indian Garden Point Built in 1906, this pristine, sparkling white cottage aptly reflects the bygone elegance of the Indian Garden Hotel, considered by many to be the most fashionable of Walloon's hotels. The hotel is long gone, alas, but this home, built for the hotel manager, has been meticulously preserved and is the only part of the complex still in existence. Owned for 60 years by Robert and Mary Guenther, who took extraordinary care of it, this
iconic cottage was purchased just last year by David and Nancy Smith. No strangers to Walloon, the Smiths, whose family owned a place at Wildwood on Walloon, were looking for an "original Walloon cottage, where the screen door squeaked when opened." They found all that and more in this exquisite historic cottage in its idyllic wooded setting. In their hands, this stunning home has become a cherished Smith family retreat that will grace the lake for generations to come.
WILES/KRIMENDAHL HOUSE
KRIMENDAHL FAMILY, OWNERS
North Shore Drive Built on the historic site of the old Pines Hotel, the gracious Wiles House hearkens back to the day when the finest homes on the lake lined North Shore Drive. The house, which dates to at least 1920, was purchased by Ivan Wiles, head of the Buick Division of General Motors and his wife Mary Louise in 1940. On the lakeshore in front of the beautiful house is a quintessential Walloon boathouse. Noted sailors, the Wiles family maintained a legendary 17 Sailboat on their lakefront for many years as well. The house also has a distinctive guest house in the rear where the risers on the stairs are artistically painted with the lyrics to the fabled song "Walloon, Walloon." Today, Link Wiles Krimendahl, a knowledgeable and dedicated Walloon historian, along with daughter Liz lovingly preserve the cottage and its historic Walloon artifacts.
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"CEDAR COTTAGE"
JACK & VICKY HOBEY, OWNERS
Eagle Island Rich in history - this house is the oldest remaining building from the Eagle Island Resort - the Hobeys' lovingly restored home, which fronts on Lily Pad Bay, was built in 1914 by Dr. William Roever of St. Louis. It later became part of Hilltop Camp, and the children of Charles Lindbergh stayed in the house while at camp. The Hobeys, who purchased the house in 1996, added rooms and restored the others to their original glory. This impeccably maintained cottage with its elegant interior showcases many of the original architectural features and serves as a charming setting for the Hobeys' extensive antique furniture and Walloon history collections. Note the 1914 date in the gingerbread on the gable.
"TREETOP"
FRENTZ/HOGANSON FAMILY, OWNERS
Lake Grove Road “Treetop” is located in an idyllic, historic West Arm setting where the popular Lake Grove Hotel once stood, and the steamer “Tourist” docked. Built before 1906 as a winter house for the Jacob and Martha Rehkopf family, owners of the Lake Grove Hotel, this house also handled overflow guests from the hotel in the summer. Since 1992, this beautifully maintained house has been owned by siblings and longtime Wallooners Chip Frentz and Barbara Hoganson. Chip and Barbara's grandparents stayed here in the early 1900's. This house, along with the laundry, ice house and garage are all that remain of one of the lake's last great hotels, but all have been lovingly preserved by the Frentz/Hoganson family.
"OTTAWA HOUSE"
DAN & SUE DUVAL, OWNERS
Indian Garden Road Pictured above is the south wing of the summer home of Dan and Sue Howard Duval, which is the original cottage they bought in 2000. Dan and Sue, a longtime Wallooner, meticulously preserved the original cottage shown on the left in the photo. The house, which may date to 1930, is built on part of the original Wooden Landing homestead. The Duvals built a large wing that doubled the size of the house, added a deck on the lakeside and covered both wings in log siding. Two additional houses in the rear were renovated and converted to a guest house and a quilting room, and a large garden and wildflower meadow were subsequently added to the complex.
BURNS FARMHOUSE
CURT & LINDA MATTHEWS, OWNERS
Burns Farm Road Built in 1885 by farmer Thomas Burns, this farmhouse became the summer home of Curt and Linda Matthews in 1973. Curt, grandson of celebrated Wallooner Charles Wilson, president of General Motors and later Secretary of Defense in the Eisenhower administration, renovated the farmhouse with the assistance of Irv Burns, grandson of the farmer who built the house. When Curt and Linda purchased the house it had no running water or electricity, simply a hand pump and an outhouse. The Matthews added all the amenities as well as a living room wing with a fireplace, eventually siding the house with cedar shake shingles. The picturesque property was further enhanced with the addition of a beautiful barn with guest quarters.
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PRESLEY COTTAGE
GREG & LOIS PRESLEY, OWNERS
Indian Garden Road Greg and Lois Presley happened across this little cabin on Indian Garden Road through friends in 2001 and snapped it up. The cabin dated to the mid 1940’s as a simple, one-room fishing shack. Whereas others saw it as a teardown, the Presleys, owners of Presley Architecture, saw enormous possibilities. They altered interior space and added on to transform a small summer cottage into a stunning, 800-square-feet year-round residence. In the interior they kept the original roof rafters, roof boards and flooring to maintain that vintage cottage ambience. A charming lakeside porch, side deck and new barn in the back for a home office and storage were then added, all of which complement the classic look of the cottage.
GUEST COTTAGE
CHUCK & CAROLYN SANBACK, OWNERS
Lake Grove Road Built in 1941, this little cottage sits on the historic site known as Murphy's Point, where the Hemingway children of the nearby Windemere cottage camped and played, and where traces of steamboat docks are still visible. The point is also thought to have served as the setting for one of Hemingway's The Nick Adams Stories. First owned by Marion Davis and her mother, it was purchased by Chuck and Carolyn Sanback in 1982, serving as the family cottage until they built a larger home. Now the Sanbacks maintain it as a popular rental whose guests return every year, inscribing lovely accolades in the visitor log. As one guest wrote, "The measure of a place and time is the desire to not leave them. So it has been here. A gentle and kind place…"
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"NOD-A-WAY"
JILL ICE COOK & JOE ICE, OWNERS
Lake Grove Trail Built in 1907, this vintage cottage was the second one owned by Charles and Lou Wilhoit, who first came to the lake in 1896 from Middletown, IN. Located on Indiana Avenue (now Lake Grove Trail) near the site of the historic Baer's Den Hotel, the Wilhoits commissioned local builder George Depew to build the house at a cost of $450, and named it "Nod-A-Way." A stone fireplace, bedroom wing and indoor plumbing were added later. Cherished by the family for more than a century, Nod-A-Way has been home to six generations of the Wilhoit/Ice/Smith family. Ownership has always remained in the family. Today, siblings Joe Ice and Jill Ice Cook, great-grandchildren of the Wilhoits, are the proprietors of the beloved cottage.
"'LIL LOG CABIN"
CAROLE GRIFFIN, OWNER
Third Street Standing on land in Watson's Addition to the original Village of Talcott, this picturesque log cabin was most likely built in the 1940's. For many years the "'Lil Log Cabin," as it was named, was part of a large piece of property owned by longtime Wallooner John McIlwraith, owner of Associated Box Corporation. The McIlwraith family enjoyed the well-appointed cabin for decades, as did many of the company's executives. The interior of this charming log cabin features two stone fireplaces, custom furniture and cabinetry and a large master bedroom addition, much of it done in the 1950's by local craftsman Burt Burns. Its pristine condition is well preserved today by Carole Griffin, who purchased the cabin as a family retreat in 2019.
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The Taylor Family of Huntington, Indiana
A WALLOON CENTENNIAL FAMILY RIGHT The Taylor family and friends aboard the “Hoosier,” with Paul Taylor, Sr. at the helm, and wife Magdalena and sister Miriam Taylor Zent in front of him, around 1910-15. (Photo courtesy of the family) BELOW Martha Hyde Coscina (l) and cousin Marilyn Taylor in front of the Taylor cottage.
By Lauren Macintyre
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f you have ever meandered along the North Shore, either on the walking path or along the shore in your boat, chances are you've noticed a picturesque white cottage fronted by a vintage boathouse with long concrete docks, not too far from the Village. Longtime home of the Taylor family, this classic Walloon cottage with its distinctive boathouse is one of Walloon's oldest houses and a very recognizable landmark on the lake.
A visit to the cottage, humorously nicknamed "We-Neda-Rest," is like a step back in time. Filled with family photos and lake memorabilia, the home celebrates the legacy of the Taylor family of Huntington, Indiana. Enos (E.T.) Taylor, an enterprising businessman and banker, came to Walloon in 1897 to fish with a group of friends from Huntington at Indiana Camp on South Shore. Eventually the camp included other Huntington friends such as the Dick, Beck, Bippus and Purviance families.
E.T.'s wife Emma Moore Taylor, however, was fearful of boats and preferred to be within walking distance of the Village. So a few years later, they purchased land on North Shore Drive and built a beautiful home there in 1904. The cottage was barely completed when, alas, disaster struck, as fire broke out in the home while E.T. and son Paul were out fishing in their boat. They returned from their fishing expedition to find their lovely new home burned to the ground. Not to be discouraged, the Taylors built a new cottage in 1905, the same one the family enjoys today. The iconic boathouse, which also still stands, was added in 1909. Sadly, E.T. was only able to enjoy the cottage for a few years before his death in 1908, but the Walloon tradition he and Emma established was lovingly continued by their children Paul and Miriam. Ownership of the cottage eventually passed to their son Paul Taylor, Sr., also a banker, who spent summers there with his wife Magdalena Beck. Magdalena's father Adam Beck was yet another of the Huntington businessmen who had favored Walloon and built on South Shore, so it was a union of two Huntington and Walloon families. Paul Sr. was an avid boater with his beautiful wooden boat, “Hoosier”, as well as a key player in the early days of the Walloon Lake Country Club, serving as president. Paul's sis-
The Wallooner | Spring 2022 ter Miriam Taylor married Herbert Zent, and eventually they purchased their own home on the lake further up North Shore Drive, establishing yet another branch of Wallooners. Paul Sr. and Magdalena were the parents of children Edwin, Miriam and Paul, Jr. who grew up spending summers at Walloon. Edwin and his wife Alice had two daughters, Marilyn and Elizabeth. Miriam married Don Hyde and had four daughters, Martha, Marguerite, Cynthia and Melissa. Paul Jr. and his wife Cordela had two daughters, Susan and Patricia. Miriam Hyde eventually bought her own cottage just a few doors away from the family home. Brought together by Walloon, the cousins were exceptionally close growing up. That warm friendship continues today. Marilyn Taylor, who now owns We-Neda-Rest, and her cousin Martha Coscina, who lives in a nearby house on North Shore, enjoy sharing memories. Another cousin, Martha's sister Cindy, is not far away. In the cottage is a large black and white photograph of the cousins as young girls in 1958, sitting in front of the cottage just as she and Martha still do. "We cousins were so close because of Walloon," comments Marilyn, who comes to the lake every year from Colorado. "We spent so much time together at the lake." The cousins share memories of their beloved grandmother Magdalena, who presided over the cottage for 45 years after Paul Sr.'s
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ABOVE The Taylor cottage and boathouse around 1909. (Photo courtesy of the family)
death in 1938. She is remembered for her wit, wonderful family gatherings and expert piloting of the 1954 Chris Craft “Hoosier III”, now owned by the Hyde sisters. Magdalena single-handedly provided a haven for her family to enjoy together over the years. The cousins also recall walking the path to Renwick's for ice cream, reading, playing board games on rainy days, and, of course, swimming and boating. Marilyn also recalls a charming tradition her grandmother started. "On the last night before we went home, we put our shoes in front of the fireplace. In the morning, we would have a mint patty and a nickel from the ‘Walloon Elf.’ “My sister and I carried on that tradition through our children and my grandchildren.”
Love of Walloon inspired Martha and her sister Cindy to live here yearround. In addition to their personal homes, they and their sisters Marguerite Smith and Melissa Knudson also own the nearby Hyde family cottage, aptly dubbed the "Hydeout." "Walloon is always like coming home," notes Martha. "Can't imagine spending the rest of my life anyplace else." Much has transpired since the early days of the Taylor family's sojourn on Walloon, when North Shore Drive was a sandy two-track with a cow path, the iceman delivered chunks of ice and the grocers took orders door-to-door. It's a different era today but the great-great-greatgrandchildren of E.T. and Emma - their Taylor, Hyde and Zent descendants - represent the sixth generation of the family to preserve its incredible Walloon heritage.
LEAVE YOUR LEGACY
on Walloon
Are you looking for ways to make a meaningful impact on Walloon and leave a legacy? One great option is through estate and planned giving. Name the WLAC in your will and help support land conservation and the preservation of Walloon Lake for generations to come. Another great way is through monthly giving. By doing so, you are providing a stable foundation for our mission-critical work, and ensuring Walloon remains protected. Please contact Amy Klein, Director of Development and Communications, at amy@walloon.org if you’d like to learn more. ABOVE A 1958 photo of the Taylor and Hyde cousins at the cottage, held by Marilyn Taylor.
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THINK SMALL
Avoid the Impacts of LARGE BOULDER Riprap on Your Shoreline By Jennifer DeMoss, Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council Communications Director
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horeline erosion: it’s a nightmare for lakefront property owners. You invest a tremendous amount of time, money, and effort into creating the perfect home or vacation getaway, only to lose parts of your land to the waves. The encroaching water can cause some to resort to drastic shoreline modifications, such as piling large rocks or boulders along the shore to “hold” the soil in place. Using any kind of rock to stabilize a shoreline is called riprap, and the bigger the rock, the better it is at protecting the shoreline…right? But, is bigger always better when it comes to riprap? First, Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council is here to tell you, those large boulders hurt more than they help as there are ecological consequences to using oversized rocks at the shoreline. When waves hit large boulders, wave energy is directed downwards and sideways. This causes erosion to the lake bottom behind the boulders, called scouring, and causes erosion to neighboring properties. This wave deflection not only magnifies erosive processes, it also eliminates vital habitats for wildlife who live near the lakeshore. Bigger is not better in the case of using rocks to stabilize the shoreline, and there’s an art to the process. If you’re not using huge boulders, what’s the alternative? Are all rocks off-limits for erosion control? Of course not. Because riprap is often
associated with large boulders, we use the term “revetment” when discussing the use of rocks in bioengineering projects. Revetments are sloping structures on shorelines designed to absorb wave energy and bioengineering is a set of techniques that primarily use vegetation to control erosion. Plants, as well as appropriately-sized stones, in gently-sloping shoreline revetments are what we recommend for preventing erosion. Slope and stone size and shape are important considerations. A properly designed revetment will have a gentle slope of 3H (horizontal):1V (vertical) or flatter - meaning the slope is three times longer than it is high. This gentle slope can be dressed with appropriately-sized, round fieldstones. Why round? Revetments act as wedges that assist ice up and over the shoreline rather than directly into it. Also, flat rocks are easily destabilized by waves. On most high-energy lakes in Northern Michigan like Walloon, a 9 to 12-inch diameter fieldstone is typically the maximum size necessary to anchor the revetment in place and a 4-inch diameter fieldstone is, generally speaking, the minimum size. This does not factor in smaller drain stone and pea gravel used for the filter layer underneath the revetment. Hand placing revetment fieldstones can help stabilize the revetment and minimize spaces between the individual stones. In revetments with a lot of empty space in the structure, waves can pass through and continue to erode the shoreline—another reason to avoid placing huge boulders with
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gaping voids between each rock on the shoreline. Waves will continue to eat through the structures wherever they’re allowed, which is why thoughtful planning and construction are needed to truly protect one’s valuable investment. What else can stabilize a shoreline like nothing else? You guessed it: plants. At the Watershed Council, we’re big fans of using native plants as an attractive, cost-effective method to grab hold of your beach sand and keep it there. As Connor Dennis discusses in his article, if you’re seeking to prevent erosion and preserve your property’s beauty and value, you probably have what you need right at your shoreline. A buffer zone of deep-rooting shoreline vegetation offers many benefits: filtering stormwater runoff, preventing pollution, adding beauty to a lawn, cutting down on time and money spent on lawn care, and discouraging geese and their droppings. One thing to note is that many shoreline modifications require a permit through the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE). You’ll want to check out mishorelinepartnership.org/shoreline-permitting-information for more info before any project. Overall you want to protect your investment in a shoreline property, enjoy all Walloon Lake has to offer, and have a beautiful view, and we want the same for you! Consider using native plants, installing a revetment over large boulders or seawalls, and utilizing bioengineering to support a healthy shoreline.
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GREENBELTS Keeping Things in Their Place
By Connor Dennis, WLAC Director of Conservation Programs
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don't know anyone who doesn't enjoy taking a cruise along the lake shore to admire all the beautiful homes and gardens around Walloon Lake. As a follow-up to our 2020 Shoreline Survey, we would like to show you how you can use your lakefront to help combat erosion, add essential wildlife habitat and still be as beautiful as ever while benefiting the water quality of the lake. Greenbelts are areas of natural vegetation that create a buffer between your home, yard and shoreline. Greenbelts can be planted in many shapes and sizes, but their main function is to filter the water that runs off your property before it enters the lake. This prevents detrimental sediments and nutrients from changing the water quality. Greenbelts are also required by all five townships around Walloon, ranging in depth from 25 to 45 feet. What you plant in your greenbelt is ultimately up to you, but we have a few helpful suggestions before you start planting. First off, you want to keep in mind the deeper a plant's roots, the better suited they are to fight erosion and avoid washing away due to wave action. Plants native to Northern Michigan have much deeper root systems due to the depth they need to get be-
low the frost level each year. This not only allows the plants to survive our extremely cold winters but also makes them great candidates for greenbelt plantings. Native plants are equally as beautiful as other non-native plants that might struggle with our seasonal weather or need to be planted year after year. Native plants also require less watering and fertilizing than non-native species and attract more pollinators like butterflies, bees and birds. Secondly, map out your site and pre-plan your greenbelt before you start planting. Certain plants need more or less sun/shade and are better suited for different areas of your garden. You can also select low-growing plants that will be shorter or not bush out and allow for an unimpeded view of the lake while still having a deep root structure to hold your shoreline in place. Lastly, we would like to leave you with a little motivation. Remember, something is better than nothing, and any step you take to improve your greenbelt and shoreline will help to improve the water quality of Walloon. You don't have to go all out the first year, you can add to your greenbelt every spring little by little and make changes as you go. Your greenbelt should be something you look forward to adding to each year as spring returns to the lake and you can watch it bloom all summer long.
As the popularity of native plants has grown so have the opportunities and availability to purchase great plants locally. The WLAC works closely with the Otsego Conservation District as well as the Charlevoix County Conservation District, which both have nurseries in the area and host frequent plant sales. We would also like to announce our own Second Annual Native Plant Sale here in the Village at our office on the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend, May 28th. We will have kits and individual plants for sale as well as experts on hand to help you decide which plants are best suited for your shoreline. We hope you can stop by and see us, and make sure to keep this event on your calendar each spring to add to your native plant garden or greenbelt!
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LAKE ISSUES
What's true and what's false? Circle your response then check page 20 for the correct answer!
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To lessen your chances of getting swimmer's itch, it is best to swim in the early morning. TRUE or FALSE?
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Installing large boulders at the lakefront is an effective way to control erosion on the lake. TRUE or FALSE?
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A greenbelt at the lakefront may include both native and non-native plants. TRUE or FALSE?
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Lawn fertilizers promote all types of aquatic growth including harmful algae blooms. TRUE or FALSE?
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Ornamentals such as Autumn Olive or Japanese Barberry are useful plants for lakefront gardens. TRUE or FALSE?
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Walloon Lake is considered a high-risk lake for water quality. TRUE or FALSE?
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Removing resident merganser ducks from the lake is a very effective means of preventing swimmer's itch. TRUE or FALSE?
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Greenbelts can help improve water quality as well as prevent erosion. TRUE or FALSE?
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Hardened shorelines such as boulders or seawalls may damage neighboring properties. TRUE or FALSE?
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Property owners on the lake are the last line of defense for protecting the water quality of Walloon. TRUE or FALSE?
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THE STEWARDSHIP
of Walloon
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By Jac Talcott, WLAC Watershed Stewardship Coordinator
he term “stewardship” takes on many meanings in today’s world. Whether you are talking conservation, business, outreach, or community service, the term ultimately refers to “careful and responsible management.” Stewardship has been a key element in our organization’s history and is constantly evolving with our successes in land and lake protection. To honor that evolution, let's reflect on what stewardship means to us as the Walloon Lake Association and Conservancy.
LAND
Land stewardship is the conservation of the land’s natural resources and features over a long period of time. The former Walloon Trust and Conservancy grew thanks to a group of passionate volunteers and dedicated Wallooners that wanted to see their beloved land thriving and scenic viewsheds maintained surroundings we have all grown to love. As the coordinator for land stewardship, I try my hardest to carry on this legacy when deciding what forms of preserve management are needed to ensure the healthiest form of wildlife on our land. It means consistently educating and improving our community’s understanding on what conservation projects and practices we can implement. It means recruiting volunteers to help remove invasive species and maintain
trails and sometimes even hiring professionals to help us with long-term forest health. And for a few special properties, it means giving people the chance to enjoy it.
WATER
Water stewardship is the understanding that what we do on land directly affects the lake. The former Walloon Lake Association was an exemplar lake association, playing a critical role in actively monitoring the water quality. We have continued this important work and strengthened it through the removal of invasives, surveying our lakefront shoreline, researching swimmer’s itch, and communicating with our membership. As we look into the future, our ability for water stewardship will continue to grow as we increase our water quality program to include boat wash stations, develop further awareness
campaigns for shoreline protection, and build our next generation Walloon Lake stewards.
PEOPLE
The main element that makes our stewardship as effective as possible is the connection to people. This comes in the form of both our external work on the lake and land and internally through planning and funding of our programs. We want to ensure that the opportunities you enjoy now will continue to be there when your great-grandchildren are old enough to appreciate your hard work and dedication. The stewardship of Walloon is the greatest gift you can give to present and future generations. Whether you are an active committee member, a concerned citizen, or a donor to the organization, you are a steward of Walloon Lake.
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Lee and Jackie own the Parrish family cottage, built in 1917.
The Parrish Family of Hamilton, Ohio
A WALLOON CENTENNIAL FAMILY By Lauren Macintyre
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n the early twentieth century, the people of the prosperous small town of Hamilton, Ohio had a remarkable affinity for Walloon Lake…at least if you counted the number of them who settled here! Lured by the beauty of the area and a desire to pursue outdoor activities, a multitude of Hamilton businessmen and their families came north seeking the blue waters of Walloon Lake. Most prominent among them in the early days was a gentleman named Oakey Van Hise Parrish. Businessman, banker, Civil War veteran and trustee of Miami University, Oakey was a distinguished citizen indeed. His love of the great outdoors led him to Walloon in the 1880’s. Later in 1915, Oakey and his wife Augusta Curtis decided to purchase Del Rey Court, a small enclave of cottages situated on a beautiful plot of sloping land on South Shore Drive. Oakey bought the entire resort and renamed it “Hamilton Court” in honor of his hometown. The new Hamilton Court featured 24 lots, a large farmhouse, a small park, its own water pumping system, a variety of picturesque cottages with fireplaces, and, of course, an idyllic
setting on Walloon. Oakey moved the original farmhouse to a lakefront setting, where it still stands today. The Parrish’s soon invited a number of family and friends from Hamilton to join them, many of whom are still on the lake today. At one time, the social page of the Petoskey newspaper, which regularly noted the coming and going of the Parrish clan at Walloon, reported that there were 40 families from Hamilton enjoying the lake. Oakey and Augusta had four children, sons Charles and Lee and daughters Bessie and Luellen. Sadly, Oakey and his wife Augusta passed away within a few days of each other in January 1921, but their children continued the family commitment to Hamilton Court. Sons Charles and Lee each founded a branch of the family that remains on the lake today. Charles, a banker like his father, married Rebekah Nulton and had three daughters and a son Lon Nulton Parrish, also called Bud. This branch of the
Parrish family occupied the farmhouse on the court. Bud Parrish married a beautiful, musically talented young lady from Hamilton named Nettie Mae Kinsolving. “Aunt Nettie Parrish” as she was known by many of the young people in the South Shore neighborhood was a muchloved figure around the lake. Nettie Mae and Bud had two daughters, Louise and Mildred. Louise married Glen Cahill, a successful business man from Hamilton. Louise, who now lives in Denver, is still very much a Wallooner. Bud and Nettie’s other daughter Mildred married Pete Rentschler, another successful businessman and community leader from Hamilton. Milly and Pete were very well known in Northern Michigan, at one time owning the New York Restaurant in Harbor Springs. Pete was also instrumental in the reorganization of the Walloon Lake Association, where he served two terms as president. The Rentschlers had
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three sons Stephen, Peter and David, and a daughter Kate Ausbrook, all of whom never missed a summer growing up on Walloon and remain regulars on the lake. David Rentschler, current owner of two historic Walloon properties, the Shadow Trails Inn and Elvyn Lea Lodge, has many fond memories of life around Hamilton Court. “I remember my Gram Nettie watching all my sailboat races. She would always come out in her 1952 U-22 Chris Craft, which everyone on the lake knew, and blow the horn to celebrate a win.” His sister Kate remembers her well, too. “All the kids along South Shore knew Gram Nettie. She would invite them all to her ‘tea parties’ on the dock, where we would drink our ‘tea’ — usually Tab —in an old metal tea set.” The other branch of the current Parrish family was founded by Oakey and Augusta’s other son Lee, who married Eleanor Huntington, daughter of a prominent Hamiltonian. This branch of the family spent summers in a lakefront cottage on Hamilton Court that had been built in 1917. Lee and Eleanor’s son Huntington became an attorney, founding a law firm in 1932 that remains prominent in Hamilton today. Hunt married Katherine Allen of Vermont and had one son, Lee, and two daughters Pat and Cindy. Today Lee, an attorney in the family firm in Hamilton, and wife Jackie Hunt Parrish and his son Lee, age 9, about 1952.
own the family cottage and are the keepers of the Parrish family legacy on Hamilton Court. Additionally, Lee’s sister Pat Everhart purchased the old farmhouse on the court in 1989. Lee is first and foremost a Wallooner, never missing a summer here in his entire life. His wife Jackie, first a math teacher, then a highly lauded community volunteer is equally devoted, coming to Walloon 56 years in a row. Lee served as president of the Walloon Lake Trust & Conservancy and Jackie was a board member of the Walloon Lake Association, further demonstrating their dedication to the lake. Jackie and Lee have two children, Bret and Jill, and five grandchildren, all enamored with Walloon. “Our children adore it,” they report, which bodes well for the continuation of the Parrish family legacy. Bret and his wife recently bought a house in the Village for their family to further assure the Parrish legacy. As a child, Lee and his father Hunt had a habit of swimming across the lake from the South Shore to the North Shore. Last summer, Lee and his 18-year-old grandson Matthew repeated that ritual, a heartwarming tradition. Oakey VanHise and Augusta Parrish not only founded a six-generation family dynasty on Walloon - they were instrumental in bringing many other multigenerational families to the lake. Standing on the porch of the Parrish family cottage, Jackie and Lee conclude, “We are so blessed it stayed in the family.”
Come Wander Walloon with Us! Our Wander Walloon event series is meant for Wallooners and community members of all ages to explore our preserves with WLAC staff and local experts. Learn more about the land and water of Walloon while enjoying an array of fun, outdoor activities and workshops. We hope you can join us at one of this year’s events:
APRIL 14
BIRDING HIKE Fields Preserve
MAY 19
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SEPTEMBER 22
MUSHROOM HIKE Wildwood Harbor Preserve
OCTOBER 22 L-R: Louise Parrish Cahill and Milly Parrish Rentschler on Hamilton Court. (All photos courtesy of the family)
SPOOKY HIKE Postle Farm Preserve
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GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS
COMMITTEE UPDATE By Mary Pat Goldich, Government Affairs Committee Chair and WLAC Vice President
T
he Government Affairs Committee (GAC) is a Walloon Lake Association and Conservancy (WLAC) board committee that functions as a liaison between the five townships surrounding the lake and the WLAC. Committee members regularly attend township meetings to represent the WLAC, communicate township updates and activities to the organization, and share the organization’s positions on issues with the townships. The GAC also monitors state and federal regulations affecting the water quality of inland lakes and recommends actions to the WLAC Board when appropriate. Current Government Affairs Committee representatives are: BAY TOWNSHIP: Marty Makinen & Peter Rhoades RESORT TOWNSHIP: Holly Angileri & Don Burkhardt EVANGELINE TOWNSHIP: Bob Saddler MELROSE TOWNSHIP: Cyndi Nelson BEAR CREEK TOWNSHIP: Vacant* *Please email connor@walloon.org if you are interested in representing Bear Creek Township.
Over the past year, our members documented and shared many concerns on shoreline construction and landscaping projects that have a direct, negative impact on Walloon Lake. The most troubling and frequent included working without a permit, violation of waterfront overlay district ordinances, and damaging shoreline alterations. In every instance we encouraged our members to voice their concerns to their township - the governing body that grants permits, ensures compliance with permits, and takes action when violations occur. As property owners, you are responsible for any and all work done on your shoreline. Both property owners and landscape contractors must adhere to township, county, and state regulations and ordinances. Your efforts to promote and maintain good practices are appreciated. To advocate for these member concerns, the WLAC Board also took action to change the way we accept advertising for our Annual Directory and Wallooners. Landscaping companies and contractors were informed that beginning in 2022 we will only accept and publish advertisements from businesses that strictly comply with all applicable township, county, and state regulations. In addition, WLAC board members have pledged to ONLY do business with companies that adhere to these regulations. We will continue to monitor shoreline projects and other activities that affect the lake. We appreciate your continued commitment to our mission and adherence to practices that maintain and improve the quality of Walloon Lake, now and forever.
THE WLAC
Earns
NATIONAL RECOGNITION
W
e are proud to announce that the WLAC has achieved national recognition and has been awarded accreditation by the Land Trust Accreditation Commission. We are joining a network of over 450 accredited land trusts across the nation that have demonstrated their commitment to professional excellence and to maintaining the public’s trust in their work. Past President Dave Deal shared: "The conservancy made the decision over 5 years ago to seek Land Trust Accreditation for several reasons. First, we felt it was important to adopt the high standards of the Land Trust Accreditation Commission to ensure we were following best practices throughout our organization. Second, we felt there was no more effective way to communicate to our many stakeholders the guiding principles we were going to use as we carry out our mission. The WLAC staff and board are to be commended for all of the hard work and demonstrated excellence it has taken to achieve this milestone." After a rigorous verification process by the Land Trust Commission, the WLAC has proven that we have sound finances, practice ethical conduct and responsible governance, and can ensure lasting stewardship. The awarded accreditation ensures we are operating at the highest possible conservation standards and signifies confidence that the WLAC’s lands will be protected, now and forever. Current WLAC Board President Michael Hatch reflects on the ability to further protect the Walloon Lake watershed, in perpetuity, while accredited: “Accreditation demonstrates our commitment to permanent land conservation in the Walloon Lake watershed, and we are a stronger organization for having gone through the rigorous process. This strength means special places, like Walloon Lake, will be protected forever - and forever is a long time!” We are so grateful for the outpouring of support we have received and are sincerely honored to be part of this prestigious community of accredited land trusts. Thank you!
WALLOON FOREVER!
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Become A Lake Ambassador
What is a Lake Ambassador? The dictionary defines an ambassador as “a person who acts as a representative or promoter of a specified activity.” Here at the WLAC, Lake Ambassadors not only help promote our mission to conserve, care for and enhance the connection of people to Walloon Lake and its watershed, now and forever, but they serve as champions of Walloon! When we asked Ann Warfield, a longtime West Armer and founding ambassador, what motivated her to first participate, she reflected:
SAFETY FIRST
Our new navigational buoys have been ordered! Make sure to keep an eye out for them this summer at the West Arm narrows, North Arm narrows, and a few of the most shallow spots around the lake. Plus, mark your calendars for National Safe Boating Week - May 21st to 28th. Gear up for a responsible and fun boating season by checking your boat’s navigational lights, fire extinguisher, registration, and safety equipment. It’s also a great time of year to refresh your knowledge on boating laws and best practices. Visit www.michigan. gov/dnr or www.boatEd.com for more info.
“We agreed that it would be necessary for everyone to share in the care and maintenance of this place we all loved, and so we all volunteered together.” Although the Lake Ambassador Program was first formed many decades ago, the purpose has always remained the same: neighbors coming together to help protect Walloon. The five pillars of the program communication, awareness, participation, community, and having fun - are based on this sentiment and integrated into everything we do. If you are interested in learning more or becoming an ambassador, please contact Amy Klein, Director of Development and Communications, at amy@walloon.org.
VILLAGE NEWS As commercial development, and potential future development, increases here in the Village, we wanted to share a bit more information on what we as an organization are doing and what you as a resident or property owner can do. Organizationally, monitoring the environmental impact of any project will always be our top priority. This includes confirming proper plans and permitting for stormwater runoff, wetland mitigation, and significant variances. We will also advocate to ensure that state, county, and township regulations are always followed. Because we are not a governing or enforcing body, we highly encourage you to attend local township meetings or reach out to our local representatives if you have any concerns or questions. Public meetings are held monthly and minutes are posted online.
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NEW WLAC TRUSTEES
BOB FLYNN
Bob is a third generation Wallooner and has a passion for the lake, watershed and region after spending a significant portion of his life and summers here. Bob is married to his wife Sandy (36 years) and has four children (Makenzie, Connor, Cameron and Delanie). Bob retired in 2021 to give back more and spend time with family and traveling. He lives in Carmel, IN/Scottsdale, AZ in the winter and at Walloon spring through fall. His last job was CEO of a global consumer products company in Indianapolis, IN, and he helped build and sell two technology/service businesses in the Detroit area across his career. He is currently on two other Boards in addition to the WLAC, including the Junior Achievement Board of Directors where he leads the Entrepreneur Committee, and is a volunteer entrepreneur mentor three to four days per month working with the Small Business Administration. His other interests include: hiking/walking, reading, technology, golf, spending time with friends and family and boating. Bob is thrilled to be joining the WLAC as a Trustee again, following a short stint pre-merger, and carrying on the tradition of preserving Walloon forever.
LAUREL MCATEER
Laurel first started coming up north to Walloon at the age of 10 with family friends, enjoying both the summer and winter experiences that the area had to offer. With parents in Bay View, summers as an adult always included time visiting family and, eventually, renting on Walloon. In 2017, she and her family were able to start establishing their own traditions on Walloon when they purchased a home on South Shore Drive. Laurel, and her daughters, Emily and Abby, became involved with the WLAC a few years ago. Laurel joined the Communications & Outreach Committee and, together with her daughters, worked with WLAC staff and Board to create the Junior Membership Program. This fall, Laurel relocated to Walloon from California with Emily who is finishing up her senior year at Petoskey High School and interning at the WLAC. Laurel is an interior designer both locally and in California. She also loves all water activities, yoga, hiking, and has been enjoying being back in the snow and having four seasons!
WLAC Board Seeking COMMITTEE MEMBERS & TRUSTEES
If you are interested in making a difference, contact Josephine Roberts, Executive Director: 231.535.6112 or josephine@walloon.org
Great Fun, Great Cause
CAMP DAGGETT GOLF OUTING The 18th annual Camp Daggett Golf Outing is scheduled for June 9, 2022. The money raised helps Camp Daggett continue its mission and programs. For 97 years, Camp Daggett has been focused on youth development through recreational and educational activities. The outing will again be at the Walloon Lake Country Club, on the second Thursday of June. While COVID remains a concern, every effort will be made to make this a safe and fun event for everyone. Safety is the primary concern for both Camp Daggett and the Walloon Lake Country Club. If you would like to participate in the event, spots are still available for foursomes and singles. A foursome is $1,000 and singles are $250. There is a limit of 25 teams (100 golfers). Participants enjoy 18 holes on this beautiful golf course. Lunch will be enjoyed on the veranda overlooking beautiful Walloon Lake prior to the shotgun start. Following the round of golf, participants will gather on the porch to relax and socialize during the cocktail hour, place their final bids on the silent auction items, and have the opportunity to bid on a few great items at Fund the Mission in a live auction. The sitdown dinner will follow. Wallooners are always well represented at this event. If you don’t play golf, you are invited to join us for the cocktail hour and dinner. For more information, contact Grace Ketchum by calling or texting 231-373-0520 or email grace. ketchum@campdaggett.org.
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In Memoriam
If you have a loved one who has recently passed and would like to submit a memorial story in the next issue of the Wallooner, please let us know.
JEAN BUDDEN November 24, 1933 - November 27, 2021 Jean Jackson Budden passed away peacefully on November 27, 2021. She was born on November 24, 1933 to John Alfred Jackson and Margaret Pratt Jackson in Rochester, NY. Beloved wife of the late Melvin Arthur Budden, they were married for 65 years. She is survived by two children, Laura Budden Fenton (Patrick) and Douglas Arthur Budden (Joan). A second daughter, Emily Budden Pennington, preceded her in death. Surviving are seven grandchildren: Gregory Arthur, Reed Patrick (Nicole), Adam Thomas (Kaitlyn) Fenton, Sarah Margaret, Andrew Dallas Pennington, Mitchell Arthur, and Megan
Antaya Budden. Her one sibling, Mary Jackson Fulreader, and family reside in Victor, NY. Jean graduated from Albion (NY) High School in 1951. She graduated from Syracuse University, with honors, in 1955 with a BS in Applied Arts. She and Arthur were married in 1956 after his junior year of medical school. Jean taught grade school during his following years of training. They lived in Buffalo, NY and Dearborn, MI during those years after which they moved to Ozark, AL where he completed his military obligation. In 1963, they moved to Lansing, MI where Arthur joined Ingham Radiology and their home remained there for thirty years. Her Christian faith and the Presbyterian Church have been a central part of Jean’s life. She has served as both and Elder and a Deacon. The study of the Bible was an ac-
tivity that was both inspiring and rewarding. She was a member of the Junior League of Lansing, served on the Boards of the Red Cross, Lansing Symphony Association, the Ingham County Medical Auxiliary and was a docent at Kresge Art Gallery at Michigan State University. She was a creative person who loved working with her hands. Jean was an avid reader and a member of several book clubs. The Buddens enjoyed family camping when their children were young and traveled extensively in later years. They had a home on Walloon Lake which was the site of many happy family gatherings. They lived in Vero Beach for 24 years before moving back to Birmingham, MI, to be closer to family. Jean was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother and will be missed by family and friends.
Toledo. At the age of 60, she re-invented herself and earned a Master of Science in Finance from Walsh College in Troy, MI. She was the consummate student and conveyed the importance of which to her children and grandchildren. She took great pride in knowing that she successfully met her goal in preparing for all her grandchildren’s higher education requirements. Neenee had such a creative mind, dabbling in landscape design, interior design, architectural design, woodworking, and even jewelry design. She had this enormous tank full of relentless drive and creativity that just constantly overflowed. She began her professional career as an Art Teacher in Toledo, OH at the junior high level. A few years later she became the curator at the Toledo Museum of Art and later a curator for the Detroit Institute of Arts. A person of many talents, Lena was also a financial planner for Axa Advisors and Securian Financial during her later years. There is no doubt she loved a good chal-
lenge; yet she possessed a softness and grace that drew in others. Lena was a member of the Grosse Pointe Memorial Church, Rotary Club, and the Walloon Lake Country Club—just to name a few. She loved to give back to the community and that she did, touching so many lives along the way. She also enjoyed gardening, dancing, entertaining her friends with a luncheon on her patio, and of course a good nap. She did everything one hundred percent, including napping. Neenee loved to travel and experience new things too. She lived in several different places, including six different states and Seoul, Korea. She visited most of the United States, and even Spain, Italy, Russia, Germany, England, Mexico, and Canada. Leapin’ Lena is survived by her two sons, Hunter (Tara) and Foster (Jennifer), and five grandchildren (Tucker—19, Carter—17, Macy—16, Everett—15, and William—10).
ALLENE (LENA) CARLILE June 27, 1943 - December 6, 2021 Allene (aka Lena, Leapin’ Lena, or Neenee) Turpin Carlile, 78, of Grosse Pointe Park (formerly of Newtown,VA), passed away peacefully on Monday, December 6, 2021. Though the cause is unknown, it was likely due to too much dancing, smiling, singing, and carrying-on. Leapin’ Lena entered this world by storm on June 27, 1943 in Richmond, Virginia to the late William G. Turpin and the late Lucille Andrews Turpin. The world hasn’t been the same since. Many years after graduating from Marriott High School in Virginia, Lena raised two fine young men with her former husband, Robert Carlile. A few years later, she went on to earn her Master of Education Degree from the University of
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FRED KOEHLER March 8, 1928 - January 12, 2022 Frederick G Koehler age 93, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his residence at The Kenwood. Born March 8, 1928 to the late George and Marie Koehler. His wife Joyce preceded him in death as did his brother Bill Koehler. Freddy (as Joyce called him) and Joyce were married for 69 years. Fred is survived by his three children, Rick (Sandy) Koehler, Jill (Steve) Smith and Joddy (Matt) Perry, as well as 11 grandchildren and 32 great-grandchildren. His family meant everything to him. He was known as Pop by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren who adored him. He was a graduate of Howe Military Academy and the University of Cincinnati. Upon completion of the ROTC training at U.C., he served as a Captain in the Air Force for nine
years. During that time he did a tour of duty in Nagoya, Japan during the Korean conflict. Fred and Joyce were huge supporters of the basketball and football programs at the University of Cincinnati. He was a Life Member of the Herman Schneider Society, the U.C. Alumni Association, the George Smith Society and the UCATS. He was also awarded the Black Blazer and inducted into the Legion of Excellence. While attending school, he was a member of Phi Delta Theta and Alpha Psi fraternities. He and Joyce met while attending school there. He was also a life member of the Torii Masonic Lodge #6 in Nagoya, Japan, a 32nd Degree Mason of the Scottish Rite in Tokyo, Japan and the Syrian Temple Shrine in Cincinnati. Fred and Joyce were both members of Armstrong United Methodist Church. Fred was also a long- time member of the City Club of Cincinnati, formerly known as Gyro. In his professional life, he co-founded Koehler-Borden and Associates, a manufacturers
representative firm for commercial food service equipment. He served for many years on the Northern Michigan Regional Hospital Foundation Board in Petoskey, Michigan, and was the President of the Walloon Lake Association. After retirement, he and Joyce traveled extensively around the world. However, his fondest times were at their cottage on Walloon Lake. Their family would descend upon them every summer and most winters, for water skiing, snow skiing and all things ‘Michigan’. He loved his old wood Chris Craft boats and his pontoon boat, and was always taking people for rides. Fred was a true gentleman and a good-natured father figure to his large family. His word was his bond and he only asked for your handshake to close a deal. His friends, both new and old, as well as the staff at The Kenwood made the last few years of his life both comfortable and enjoyable. The family will remember you forever for your kindness.
BRUCE (RUSTY) SMITH January 10, 1944 - January 10, 2022 Bruce Monarch “Rusty” Smith January 10, 1944 - January 10, 2022. Our beloved Rusty departed this life on his birthday, January 10, 2022, surrounded by love and freed from an eight year battle with dementia. Rusty was born January 10, 1944, to Bruce Monarch and Freddie Marie Smith. He was raised in Houston and Harlingen, Texas - both places providing him with many, many happy memories. He attended Harlingen High School where he was captain of the football team, captain of the baseball team, and president of just about everything else. After graduating in 1962, he attended the University of Texas in Austin where he pledged Delta Tau Delta, rarely missed a Longhorn football game, and partied with the best of them. Never one to let the grass grow under his feet, on June 3, 1967, Rusty graduated from UT, joined the Marine Corps, and married his
college sweetheart and wife of 54 years, Jinny Chappell. They started married life in Lancaster, Pennsylvania in a training program with Armstrong Cork. In1968, Rusty moved on to the Marine Corps where he proudly served as a lieutenant in Vietnam with the 3rd Marine Division and was honorably discharged as a captain in 1971. Following the Marine Corps, Rusty began a career in computer software sales and consulting, eventually founding and running Lear Data until he retired in 2001. Among the many pleasures in his life were his family, friends, boating, the Texas Longhorns, and spending summers at his beloved Walloon Lake in northern Michigan. An avid sports fan and an athlete, he enthusiastically coached his son’s soccer, baseball, and football teams. At the age of 50, he took up golf playing with gusto and making great friends at the Northwood and Walloon Lake Country Clubs. Rusty adored his dogs and time spent walking them. His dogs loved him, too, but will not miss the six miles of walks a day. He loved making runny scrambled eggs with red onion while dancing a jig in the kitchen. Rusty was a long
time, devoted member of St. Michael and All Angels church where he served as an usher, acolyte, verger, treasurer, and senior warden. Rusty presented himself as a no-nonsense kind of guy. This, along with his great sense of humor and million dollar smile, led him to succeed both professionally and personally. Those who knew him best saw him as a man of purpose, dignity, loyalty, and deep faith. He was admired and loved by all who knew him. So, we must say goodbye to our “Pops”, “Big Rus”, “Coach”, Boss”, “Uncle Rus”, “Señor Rusty.” He is preceded in death by his parents Bruce and Freddie Marie Smith, as well as his sister Shannon Milton and brother Chris. He is survived by his wife, Jinny; daughter, Christen Leeson and her husband Todd; son Trey and his wife, Sarah; four grandchildren, Noah, Beckett, Isabelle and Dodge; sister Erin Martin, her husband Doug; sisters-in-law Connie Morris and Debbee Smith; brother-in-law Mike Milton; and many nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at a later date when we are able to gather safely and celebrate Rusty’s life.
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Lake Issues TRUE OR FALSE ANSWERS 1 FALSE: Late in the day is better. 2 FALSE: It has the opposite effect, causing
waves to bounce back, eroding the lake bottom and causing long-term, irreversible damage.
3 TRUE: Natives are the best but a
combination of native and non-native is also good.
4 TRUE: Fertilizers cause nutrient pollution which can lead to fish, plants and other aquatic species to die off.
5 FALSE: They are considered invasive. 6 TRUE: Unfortunately our high rate of developed shoreline (89%) and altered shoreline (81%) put us at risk.
7 FALSE: Canadian geese, migratory
mergansers and other waterfowl may contribute to the presence of swimmer's itch, but studies show that removing resident merganser broods actually has very little impact.
RECIPE By Chef Eric Latcham, Walloon Private Dining walloonprivatedining.com
Morel Chicken Marsala INGREDIENTS » » » » » » » » » » » » »
1 lb. chicken breast 1/4 cup white all-purpose flour Pinch of salt Pinch of black pepper 4 tbsp. unsalted butter, divided 1 tbsp. shallot, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 8 oz. fresh morel mushrooms 2/3 cup dry marsala wine 2/3 cup chicken broth 1/4 cup heavy cream Fresh chopped parsley Fresh chopped ramps
8 TRUE: By the way, your entire lawn doesn't need to be a greenbelt. You can still plant grass; just create a natural strip of plants at the lakefront. Twenty feet is the best size, but any size is helpful!
9 TRUE: A hardened shoreline can erode neighboring properties.
10 TRUE: But there is much that property
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DIRECTIONS STEP 1 Mix together the flour, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture. Heat 2 tbsp. of the butter in a large skillet then add the chicken to the skillet. Sear each side and then set the chicken aside. STEP 2 Reduce the heat of the skillet and add the remaining butter and shallot, sauté 1-2 minutes. Add the garlic and morel mushrooms, sauté for a few minutes. STEP 3 Add the chicken back to the skillet and pour the marsala wine and chicken broth into the skillet. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to low. Add the heavy cream and simmer for about 10 minutes and until chicken is fully cooked. STEP 4 Garnish with fresh parsley and wild ramps. Add additional salt and pepper to taste as desired.
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More details to come! Cost is $50. Please register by July 14 at MiamiAlum.org/TipoftheMitt22. Contact Samantha Gayhart at 513-529-0882 or email RSVP@MiamiOH.edu for more information. Questions? Contact Kathy Schmitt ’85 at 513-518-2048 or KathyDSchmitt@gmail.com.
Es FRE tim E ate s 04730 US Hwy 131 North, Walloon Lake, MI 49796
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The Wallooner is published three times per year in March/April, June/July and November/December, by the Walloon Lake Association and Conservancy, 4060 M-75 N Suite 102, P.O. Box 579, Walloon Lake, MI 49796
WALLOON LAKE ASSOCIATION AND CONSERVANCY TRUSTEES Michael Hatch President
Mary Pat Goldich Vice President
Phone (231) 535-6112 | Fax (231) 535-6114 E-mail wlac@walloon.org | Web www.walloon.org
Marty Makinen
©Copyright 2022 Walloon Lake Association and Conservancy
Russ Kittleson
Treasurer Secretary
Greg Adams Jan Antalis Marianne Barry Jennifer Buchanan Danny Fellin Bob Flynn
John Marklewitz Terry Marrs Laurel McAteer George Peck
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