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An avid kayaker, Ron Guilmette has paddled to all 260 plus islands on Lake Winnipesaukee and the 30 plus islands on Squam Lake, but his love of the lakes began when he was a child. From the age of 10, Ron Guilmette and some of his friends
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his more adventurous sisters would kayak out to Orchard Cove, there. After introductions were made, Ron asked Al Palmer the nestled within the shores of Cow Island. A few years later, his name of the island. Al explained, “This is Palmer Island, which parents sold the Wolfeboro camp and purchased property on my family has owned since 1950.” Since that initial introduction, Cow Island. Ron and Al formed Years later, when a friendship. Ron suggested a Additional kayaking trips were taken kayaking trip to at least three or explore all the islands on Lake Winfour times around nipesaukee, his every island on two sisters, who Winnipesaukee in up until then were September and Ochis kayaking comtober during fall fopanions, took a liage. Initially thoupass. Ron then sands of photos his approached were taken and lots of second photos, nephew, Jay, with hours of research his idea. It didn’t and struggle. Al take too much to Palmer was helpful convince Jay to accompany his uncle in getting Ron’s first on the kayaking book “The Islands expedition. Over of Winnipesaukee” Utopia Island the course of two published in 2014, summers and eight suggesting Ron take trips, with the assistance of a Bizer map, Ron and Jay sometimes photos from a different perspective other than sitting in a kayak. kayaked as many as 22 miles in a day. On one occasion, while Taking the advice of Al Palmer, Ron and his nephew, Jay, decided, with the help, expertise and equipment of some friends, kayaking near Bear Island, they noticed a small island nearby. to take aerial photos using a drone and a helicopter. After the Not knowing the name of the tiny dot of an island noted on the tremendous success of “The Islands of Winnipesaukee,” a coffee map, which is southeast of Jerry Point on Bear Island, they pulled table book, many of the friendships Ron had made throughout up to the dock, and introduced themselves to the man standing
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the publishing process encouraged him to write another book. Friends at Innisfree Bookshop in Meredith urged him to publish a book about the islands of Squam Lake, saying that some of their customers, who lived around the lake and had boated on Squam, were eager to have Ron write another coffee table book about the islands of Squam Lake. Squam Lake is the second-largest lake which is entirely in New Hampshire. The lake’s shores extend to three counties, which include four towns: Sandwich and Moultonborough in Carroll County, Holderness in Grafton County and Center Harbor in Belknap County. A tranquil lake, Squam is surrounded by wilderness, obscuring those homes set back into the woods. At the time before the summer rush, when the lake is serene and quiet, especially in spring with the awakening of flowers and the return of birds to nest and give birth to their young, and in fall when the trees surround the lake with the rich vibrant colors of fall foliage, the atmosphere is perfect for kayaking from island to island. The photos Ron and his nephew had taken, either aerial by drone and helicopter or from a kayak, bring out
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the beauty and uniqueness of both Lake Winnipesaukee and Squam Lake. Like many kayakers, Ron prefers paddling on weekdays when boat traffic on Squam Lake is not so heavy and the waters are calmer, rather than on busier weekends. In his travels, Ron has experienced and photographed loons preening in Squaw Cove on Squam Lake. In addition to loons, Ron has also sighted Red Hooded Mergansers, a Bald Eagle and Blue Heron and a sight not often seen on the lakes, a red squirrel swimming from an island to the mainland, and deer on Cow Island on Lake Winnipesaukee. “The Islands of Squam Lake” was published July 1, 2019. Ron is hopeful that Squam Lake’s natural resources, through the efforts of environmental groups, will be preserved. Ron has not only kayaked on lakes, he has paddled, with a guide, through the 10,000 islands in the Everglades National Park in Florida. He also has kayaked through the group of small islands and tidal ledges which make up the Isle of Shoals, sharing the border between New Hampshire and Maine. Though he enjoys both lake and ocean kayaking, Ron said, “When you kayak on the
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ocean, it is different and much more intense than lake kayaking, since you are constantly adjusting to the tides, winds and waves. Whereas lake kayaking is smoother going, you must still be watchful for other boats and hope they see you. When an oncoming boat is nearing my kayak, I lift the paddle and hope the driver of the boat is alert and can see me.” In addition to “The Islands of Winnipesaukee” and “The Islands of Squam Lake”, Ron in 2015 edited and published the “Massachusetts State Police 150th Anniversary Book”. In 2017, he wrote and published, “The First to Serve”, a historic account of the Massachusetts State Police from 1865 to 1875. Researching military history, Ron found that the men, who were the “First to Serve”, were Civil War veterans inducted into the Massachusetts State Police Force one month after the assassination of Abraham Lincoln on April 15, 1865. The third of the historical accounts of the Massachusetts State Police was published in 2018, the Massachusetts State Detective Force from 1875 to 1879. Ron was a member of the Massachusetts State Police Force and after 31 years of service retired with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. When asked what led him to writing and photography, Ron answered, “I never really had an interest in either writing or photography, but I love history.” After kayaking the islands of the two largest lakes in New Hampshire, Ron let someone else do the navigating when he enjoyed an afternoon cruise in a pontoon boat on Squam Lake. A naturalist guide pointed out wildlife and idled near the small cove (Purgatory Cove – not its real name) where scenes from the 1981 movie “On Golden Pond” were filmed.
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Beaching it in the Lakes Region
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The Lakes Region is all about the water and there are so many ways to enjoy the large and small bodies of water, from boating to fishing and swimming. The many state parks in NH offer all sorts of ways to enjoy a day at the beach, with campgrounds, historic sites, natural areas with trails, and of course, miles of sandy beach and soothing waters. Lakes Region Beaches In the Laconia area, there are a number of great beaches. Ahern State Park, located at 43 Great Bay Lane in Laconia, spans 128 acres, with 3,500 feet of shoreline on Lake Winnisquam. Swimming, canoeing, picnicking, and walking trails provide plenty to do. A trail map at www.nhstateparks.org offers a guide to paths. Call 603-227-8745. Bartlett Beach covers 3.7 acres with 600 feet of frontage on Lake Winnisquam with a beautiful beach. There is also fishing and a playground with picnic facilities as well as access to the WOW Trail. There are seasonal restrooms. To reach Bartlett Beach, take Court Street to Bay Street. At the end, take a left onto Winnisquam Avenue; look for the beach at 150 Winnisquam Avenue. Opechee Beach is a popular area with two beaches (Cove and Point) that are each 1,400 feet. The Point has life guards during the summer, fishing in Lake Opechee, field hockey, soccer and a 400M rubberized track. There are five Little League ball fields, two playgrounds, two changing-room facilities with restrooms and a concession stand. Picnic facilities are found throughout the park. This park sits on 20 acres, and is located at 915 North Main Street in Laconia. Located at the corner of Endicott Street and Lakeside Avenue, Endicott Rock and the Weirs Beach area has a small limited
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Highway, Route 109, Melvin Village. Meredith’s Leavitt Park has swimming, picnicking, a playground area, a public canoe/kayak launch and public restrooms. From Rt. 25/Rt. 3 intersection in the center of town, take Rt. 25 North to Leavitt Rd. Call 603-279-4538 State Parks Ellacoya State Park, located at 266 Scenic Road in Gilford sits on the southwest shore of Lake Winnipesaukee with a 600-foot long sandy beach. Amazing views span the water all the way to the Sandwich and Ossipee mountains on a clear day. Enjoy a day of swimming and picnicking with the family. The campground includes 37 sites available by reservation only and offers threeway hookups for RVs. Ellacoya can fill up very quickly on weekends and holidays. Call 603-293-7821 for further information. White Lake State Park, off Route 16 at 94 State Park Road in Tamworth, lies along the shore of White Lake, which is a glacial lake. During the Ice Age, glacial ice was buried beneath glacial debris. When the ice melted, a depression was created, which gradually filled with water. The park offers swimming and hiking, trout fishing, and boat rentals, including canoes, kayaks, paddle boats, SUP, and row boats. The park has a day-use area, group areas, a campground with family campsites, and youth group sites. For more information, call 603-323-7350. Wentworth State Park is located at 297 Governor Wentworth Highway in Wolfeboro. Located on the shore of Wentworth Lake, the park encompasses 50 acres. Popular activities include swimming, picnicking, and fishing. Picnic tables and flush toilets are provided. For more information, call 603-569-3699. Wellington State Park is a beautiful place to spend a beach day. Located at 614 West Shore Road in Bristol, the park offers
the largest freshwater swimming beach in the NH state park system. The park has volleyball and horseshoe courts as well as a snack bar with ice cream, cold drinks, beach and picnic items, and souvenirs. Gas grills are allowed along with wood and/or charcoal fires for cooking. A developed boat launch operated by New Hampshire Fish & Game adjoins the park, providing boaters free year-round access to Newfound Lake. Kayak rentals are also available at the park store. If you like to hike, Wellington State Park has an extensive trail system. The peninsula nature trail features picnic areas, designated fishing areas, plant identification markers, and spectacular views of Newfound Lake and the Cliff and Belle Islands. A well-marked hiking trail gives access to Goose Pond, the Sugarloafs, Bear Mountain, Welton Falls, and Mt. Cardigan. (Organized youth group camping is offered on both Belle and Cliff Islands.) Reservations are required; call 603271-3556. For all other questions, call 603-744-2197. For COVID 19 regulations, please call ahead before visiting any town beach or state park. Dates and times are weather dependent and subject to change. For beach advisories information, visit the Department of Environmental Services Beach Advisories website page, also available through the NH State Parks website. Parks are usually open for recreation year-round; however, they are typically not staffed in the off season and gates may be closed. Please keep parks clean by following the carry-in/carry-out rule. Most parks do not allow pets in the summer season, and if they are allowed, they must be leashed. Check the NH State Parks Pets Policy online for more details. Further information on any of the above parks, including park maps and admission fees, can be found at www.nhstateparks. org.
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Milfoil in Our Waters? Fear Not, the Jude Family is Here By Mark Okrant The first time I encountered milfoil back in the late 1970s, I thought I’d somehow been transported to a saltwater beach. When my daughters asked what the nasty green stuff was, all I could come up with was ‘seaweed’. Milfoil or watermilfoil is indeed a weed, as none of its many species is native to the freshwaters of northern New England. By definition, milfoil is a “submerged aquatic plant with elongated stems, air canals, and whorled or scale-like leaves.” Details aside, species of milfoil have invaded our lakes, waterways, and canals, gunking up things in the process. Left to its own devices, milfoil will develop into a thick, abrasive carpet on the bottom of the area’s lakes and ponds. If it remains untreated, it will render the waters useless to boaters, swimmers, and other recreationists. Ultimately, these nasty plants can choke the life out of any body of freshwater and, even worse, make them breeding grounds for mosquitoes and similar nuisances. No one seems to know for certain when milfoil first made its appearance in this region. However, there is documented evidence that the invaders were occupying lakes in upper New York state during the early 1980s. Efforts to manage milfoil ensued. Among the treatments were: • Introduction of water lilies to deny sunlight to the bottom of lakes or ponds • Mechanical devices—a combination of lake mowers and other tools
• Herbicide treatments • Aquatic weevils Unfortunately, each of these solutions, especially when applied sparingly or improperly, resulted in the milfoil returning to threaten the ecological balance of the body of water. Then, in 2000, a procedure called hand-harvesting was introduced. This technique, which will be explained below, is based on the acceptance that milfoil colonies, once established, can never be completely eradicated. However, by using a vigilant maintenance plan, it can be reduced to manageable levels. In order to understand how hand-harvesting works, I talked with an expert on the topic—John Jude, founder of Aqualogic, Inc., a New Hampshire and New York-based enterprise. John was a math and science teacher in Center Harbor when he was invited to attend a meeting of the Tilton Rotary Club more than a decade ago. In what proved to be serendipitous, the speaker that evening discussed the terrible impact that lake weeds were having on the economy and the property tax structure in a neighboring town. As a lover of diving, the lakes, and nature who also happened to be educated in math and the sciences, Jude recognized he was face-to-face with a life-changing opportunity. What Jude quickly learned is New Hampshire freshwater bodies possessed characteristics preferred by milfoil and similar pests: loads of nutrients, heavy recreational use—especially by boaters who disturbed the lake beds—and, signifi-
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cant quantities of nitrogen and phosphorous from runoff. First, he made the decision to become certified in freshwater weed control by the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services. Next, he recruited a group of young divers, including his son, Dominic, and had them similarly certified. Soon, Aqualogic, Inc. was formed. (Note: Dominic Jude recently assumed the leadership of Aqualogic). Among the Jude’s first tasks was to remove milfoil from a number of reservoirs in New Hampshire and Massachusetts. Logically, working in such a delicate milieu meant that removal could involve no use of chemicals. Instead, the Jude’s and their team implemented the “hand-harvesting” technique. Hand-harvesting necessitates that plant removal and gathering be conducted by a team of well-trained divers. These divers focus their attention on a manageable section of the lake bottom. Using a system called DASH—or, diver-assisted suction harvesting—milfoil is removed completely from the bottom. Unlike fully mechanical techniques which kick up a great deal of sediment and are less thorough in removing milfoil, divers pull up plants which are placed immediately into a suction tube that brings everything directly up to the surface, then into a pontoon boat. While this technique is most efficient for removing milfoil, there is much more to Aqualogic’s Intelligent Aquatic Management Process. Once removal is completed, it is imperative that people do not (to paraphrase the old Looney Tunes sign-off from the midtwentieth century) take the posture, “That’s All Folks.” Rather, Jude educates people who live around the body of water how they can lower the chances that milfoil will proliferate, and how to develop a plan for managing the aggressive plants. In this system, locals act as spotters who share updates about the status of their milfoil in preparation for taking action. Ideally, Jude
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says, the best way to achieve control is by re-establishing healthy native plant communities. As I read through Aqualogic’s literature, two techniques for controlling milfoil stood out: benthonic barrier applications and aeration system installations. Having asked John Jude about these techniques, I could hear the excitement in his voice. Benthonic barriers are a 1980s technique that is still applied—at times incorrectly—today. It consists of rolling out weed barriers, much like carpets, on the bottom of the water body. These barriers cover the milfoil, thereby blocking the valuable source of sunlight. These are an excellent solution for a one-to-two-year period. However, if they are not cleaned or replaced after that, the milfoil will simply grow on top of the barriers. Fishermen will tell you that areas of a lake where milfoil has developed are good for fishing. These dense plant growths provide an excellent short-term habitat for lake trout, bass, and other fish. The problem with milfoil is that, left unchecked, it will ultimately kill the environment of the water body entirely. One temporary solution is an aeration system. This is a largerscale version of a fish tank. In water bodies where milfoil has been active, pumping oxygen into the water will aid microorganisms that are essential for eating destructive muck, thereby literally breathing new life into the water body. While milfoil infestations are a serious threat to the environment and quality of life of area residents and visiting recreationists alike, it need not be an insurmountable problem. For example, in dealing with the Coronavirus, each of us needs to carefully heed the advice of health officials and weigh the potential impact of our actions upon the welfare of others. Similarly, the key to treating milfoil necessitates reducing activities that will threaten the long-term health of our water bodies.
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Picnicking on the Boat
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Let the boating season begin! In this column, we offer some recipes to enjoy when you are out on the boat. While you can always pack some deli meats, maybe some lobster, tuna or egg salads with some great breads and the fixin’s, every now and then it’s fun to step things up in a big way. I’m going to offer some of the best picnic-style foods you can imagine putting in your coolers. We will include meats, seafood, salads, and some sweets and desserts are a must. So many great foods can either be precooked and still enjoyed cold, or with all ingredients prepped. It’s time for some good eats to enjoy while boating, or for any great picnic, or even at home for that matter. Let’s start with some delicious salads that can easily work as a main course, or an appetizer/snack. If all ingredients are prepped in advance, putting the actual salad together on the boat will only take a few moments. A Cobb Salad has always been a “go-to” for me with the chicken, bacon, eggs, cheese, tomatoes and often avocado and a great house dressing. First on today’s list is a fun variation of a traditional Cobb Salad; this will feed four at a minimum. Cajun Shrimp Cobb Salad with a Lime Cilantro Dressing 10-12 slices bacon, cooked crisp, coarsely cut, fat saved 1 lb shrimp. I suggest 16/20, shelled and deveined, tail off Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper Cajun seasoning 1 tbsp fresh lime zest ¼ cup fresh squeezed lime juice 1/3 cup packed chopped fresh cilantro 10 cups of your favorite lettuce. I prefer ¾ romaine, ¼ watercress, thinly sliced 1 pint cherry/grape tomatoes, quartered 4 hard boiled eggs, peeled and chopped. (I use an egg slicer,
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slicing in one direction, giving it a quarter turn, and doing it again) 2 avocados, peeled, pitted, and sliced 1+ cup of crumbled feta cheese, crumbled blue cheese, or whatever you like Cook the bacon in a large skillet, place on paper towels to drain, then chop. (Save the bacon grease. You won’t need a lot for this recipe, but bacon grease is like gold in my kitchen for other recipes.) Keep 2-3 tbsp of grease in the skillet, season the cleaned-up shrimp with salt and pepper, and generously Cajun both sides of each shrimp and cook in the bacon grease for about 2 minutes per side. For the dressing, whisk together the oil, lime juice and zest, cilantro and salt and pepper and refrigerate. Quarter all the tomatoes, dice the eggs, slice the lettuce, and bag all the ingredients individually. Bring the avocados whole and prep those on your boat to keep them bright green. Once ready to eat, mix all the greens with ½ of the dressing, and then in stripes over the top, start with shrimp in the middle, then going back and forth on either side, do stripes of bacon, tomatoes, cheese of choice, eggs, and lastly, the avocado slices. For appearance purposes, separate similar colors when laying down the layers. Drizzle the remaining dressing equally over the salads and dig right in and enjoy. Next is a simple salad that goes together in no time at all, and it can easily be prepped at home and thrown together on the boat. You actually could mix this one up in the morning before heading out; it gives you 4 servings. Watermelon, Orange and Feta Salad About 1/3 of a 6 lb seedless watermelon, cut into ¾-1 inch cubes 3 large oranges, peeled and cut in segments
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1/3 of a small red onion, diced 4 oz crumbled feta cheese ¼ cup fresh chopped parsley 2 tbsp olive oil Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper Combine all in a large bowl and serve right away. How is that for simple? Let’s throw one more salad into the mix today. This is much more traditional in the salad world. I suggest you utilize the homemade Blue Cheese Dressing recipe that is part of this salad. This requires you to grill steak in advance, but a cool, sliced steak on a salad is awesome. This will feed 4. Grilled Steak Salad with Homemade Blue Cheese Salad Dressing 1 ½ cup mayo ½ cup sour cream 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce ¼ cup lemon juice 2 tbsp vinegar ¼ cup fresh chopped chives 2 tbsp heavy cream ½ lb crumbled blue cheese salt & pepper Salad 3+ lb of skirt or flat iron steak ¼ cup olive oil Salt & Pepper 4 hearts of romaine 2 red onions, cut into thinly sliced rings 4 avocados, peeled, pitted and sliced 2 cups cherry tomatoes, cut in half 4-6 oz more of crumbled blue cheese Combine all the dressing ingredients in a bowl and whisk until completely combined, bottle it and refrigerate. The beef should sit at room temp for 45 minutes or so. Get the grill to high heat and oil. Pat the steak dry on both sides, brush with the oil and season generously with salt and pepper. The thickness of the beef will dictate the cooking time, but cook for 3-4 minutes, turn ½ way clockwise and cook for another 2 minutes, flip and cook for another 2 minutes. You want the beef to be medium/medium rare for this dish. Once off the grill, set aside in a pan if using on the boat the following day. From there, kind of like the Cobb Salad, prep all veggies accordingly except the avocado. Once cooled, slice the steak against the grain into ¼ inch slices, then cut those into bite size pieces to make it easier to eat on the boat. Once on the boat, prep the avocado, and build the salads. Hit them with yummy dressing, and sprinkle with the extra crumbled
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blue cheese. Let’s switch up gears into something everyone loves. It will require zero work on the boat and can work as a snack over the course of the day, or eaten as a main meal. I suggest making thin crust grilled pizzas the night before boating. Plan accordingly, know who is going, take orders as to what kind of pizza they want and have fun making pizzas. If all toppings are prepped and crusts are ready to go, the process won’t take long. Granted, if making your own crust, that process will take a little while. There are many great store options for crusts as well, but use a thin crust. The thicker the dough, the longer the top of the pies take to cook, and you risk the bottom of the crust burning. Keep it thin to medium thin. Perfect Pizza Dough Recipe for Grilling (makes 4 medium crusts) 1 ½ cups lukewarm water, not too hot or cold or the yeast won’t work properly Pinch of sugar 2 tsp instant or active dry yeast ¼ cup olive oil (you can use an infused oil to give extra flavor, such as fresh basil, oregano or maybe garlic) 4 ½ cups flour 1 tsp kosher salt I usually prefer to make my own crust, but you can always buy pizza dough to save time. For starters, put the warm water and yeast in the bowl of a stand-up mixer with a dough hook attachment and mix the two ingredients for a minute. Let stand for a few minutes, occasionally mixing until the yeast dissolves completely. Add the olive oil and mix for a minute. Slowly start to add the flour gradually and mix until a dough begins to form. Work the dough for about 8 minutes by hand until it’s elastic and holds its shape. If too sticky, add a little bit more flour and form into a large ball. Cut the ball in half, then each half is also cut in half, and form all 4 into smaller balls. Place them on a large platter, or use 2 platters with 2 balls on each. Cover the dough with clean warm towels and try to keep somewhere warm but not hot for 2 hours so they can rise. Once done, work each dough ball for about 3 minutes and form into pizza circles, or any shape you wish. I mentioned that you want thin crust pizzas as opposed to thick, but, they shouldn’t be too thin. If paper thin, they will definitely burn. Keep them about ¼ inch thick or maybe a bit thicker. Fire up the grill to a medium high heat. You should oil the grill and/or spray with pan release spray. Doing one or 2 at a time, depending on the size of your grill, brush both sides of each crust with olive oil and cook for about 2-3 minutes on one side of the crust and then remove with 2 offset spatulas or tongs. (They should just start to char and get grill marks. Be careful
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when removing as they are delicate.) Once off the grill, put them on cookie sheets or something similar, grilled side up and top them accordingly, but always remember to stay conservative on the toppings. You don’t want a heavy pizza, especially with too much cheese or the pizza crust will burn before all the cheese melts. I use a little shredded mozzarella with some pies, or even better with fresh mozzarella, but as much as I love using those, feta, goat, cheese curds, crumbled blue, freshly grated Parmesan and the like are my favorites. More so than an oven pizza, the grill is a great opportunity to be creative with the toppings. Also, when popping them on the grill with toppings, make sure the temp has been turned down from medium high to low. One more thing to consider is these pizza crusts aren’t super big, maybe 8 inches in diameter. It’s important not to make very big pizzas on the grill as they are delicate to take off the grill. If the pie is too large, the chances of damage are greater. Let’s talk about a few creative pies to make for the following day on the lake. Tomato, Cashew and Fresh Oregano Grilled Pizza 2 cups cashews ½ cup fresh oregano 6 garlic cloves ½ cup olive oil 1/3 tsp cayenne pepper 1 ½ tsp salt Juice and zest of 2 lemons 1 ¼ lb tomatoes, sliced thin 6 large balls of fresh mozzarella, maybe more Fresh grated Parmesan cheese 24 fresh basil leaves This list of toppings will take care of all 4 pizzas. Put the first
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7 ingredients in a food processor and pulse until the cashews are crushed into small pieces (don’t overdo it - you don’t want cashew butter). This is the base for your pizzas - there is no tomato sauce on this one. Lay the tomato slices over the cashew base, evenly distribute the fresh mozzarella as well as the fresh Parmesan, and put 6 basil leaves on each pie. Make sure the grill is on low, and add one or 2 pies to it, close the lid and cook for about 4-5 minutes, although make sure you babysit them so the bottoms don’t burn. Next on the pizza menu is, by far, my all-time favorite base to a pie, and also my favorite sauce to a pasta dish and that is pesto. This recipe is for 4 pizzas, so use the same pie crust recipe I shared earlier. Grilled Pesto Pizza with Tomato and Feta Pizza dough recipe from last recipe, or a 1 lb store-bought ball of dough 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, grilled and cut into ½ inch cubes ½ - ¾ cup pesto 4-6 ripe plum tomatoes, sliced thin ¾ - 1 cup crumbled feta cheese Fresh grind black pepper 1/3 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaves, torn Follow the same routine when preparing the pizza crust, as well as cooking it on one side for about 2-3 minutes on a mediumhigh heat. Pop them on a sheet pan of sorts with the cooked sides
up and start the topping process. Evenly distribute the pesto on all four pies, lay down the tomatoes, then the diced chicken, sprinkle generously with black pepper and finish with the feta and the basil leaves. Gently put the pizzas back on the grill on a low heat, one or 2 at a time, close the lid and cook for 4-5 minutes until the top is warm and feta has started to melt. Always check on it, so it doesn’t burn on the bottom. If using exclusively on the boat the following day, I suggest keeping it whole and cutting it while out on the lake.
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This last one is the most original pizza I have ever made, with a blend of flavors that will have you craving more. If you have ever eaten an “Everything Bagel”, you will recognize some of the flavorings, but when you add salami, jalapenos and even honey, you will understand why this is an eclectic pie. Like the last two recipes, the process is the same, turning one ball of homemade or storebought dough into four smaller pies off the grill. Honey Pizza with Salami, Jalapenos and Olives Dough recipe from before 4 tsp poppy seeds 4 tsp dried onion flakes 4 tsp dried garlic flakes 4 tsp sesame seeds 1 tsp coarse sea salt 12 oz homemade or store-bought marinara or pizza sauce 12 oz homemade or store-bought salsa, I prefer hot 1 ½ lbs large fresh mozzarella balls, sliced
20 quality slices of salami ½ red onion, sliced thin 2-3 fresh jalapenos, sliced thin, or you can use sliced jarred if preferred ½ cup sliced black olives Olive oil for brushing the pizza crust ½ cup+ honey, depending on taste. It’s a great addition Crushed red pepper flakes You know the routine on the pizza dough by now. Combine the 5 bagel seasonings in a small bowl and mix well. Once you have cooked the pizza dough on one side, lightly top each crust with a half and half combo of the two sauces. Hit each pie with five slices of salami so the top is covered. Next, hit them with fresh mozzarella slices, then the red onion, jalapenos and olives. Even though the top of each pie has been oiled and grilled, along the outer borders of the pie, brush with more oil and sprinkle with the bagel seasonings and start the grilling process, as before. Once out, I generally drizzle them with the honey and hit them with the pepper flakes. Considering you may be taking these pizzas with you when boating, I would suggest drizzling the honey on top once you have sliced the whole pies out on the boat. Another outstanding option I love at home for lunch or dinner that can easy be utilized on the boat is a great shrimp taco. You could also make these work with grilled steak or chicken, or even blackened scallops or any chunks of swordfish or salmon. The blackened shrimp combined with a creamy avocado mash, as well as a few other ingredients, makes this an incredible blend of flavors. This recipe is for 8-10 tacos, which will feed 4 people. Grilled Blackened Shrimp Tacos 2 ripe avocados 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
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2 small cloves garlic, minced or grated ½ tsp salt 1 lb 16/20 raw shrimp, peeled and deveined 3 tbsp Cajun seasonings 6-10 six-inch flour tortillas ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro ½ cup diced tomatoes ¾ cup Pico de Gall salsa 2 ½ cups shredded cabbage, green or purple 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar, optional Most of this recipe should be prepped the night before boating. Preheat grill to medium-high or you can do this in a hot cast-iron skillet. Pat dry the cleaned shrimp, then toss the shrimp in a bowl with the Cajun seasonings. If you really want extra flavor, press the leftover seasonings into the shrimp. Skewer the shrimp with wooden skewers (soak for ½ hour before doing so) if grilling, although no need if doing so in the skillet. Cook for 2 minutes on each side. Shred the cabbage, dice the tomatoes, and shred the cheese the night before. Once on the boat and about ½ hour before serving, peel the avocados, and in a bowl, mash them with the lime juice, garlic and salt and combine well. Put the shrimp in the tortillas, top with the mashed avocado, cilantro, cabbage, tomatoes, salsa, and cheese. One classic staple that many bring on a picnic is fried chicken. You can never go wrong with that, but I have another fun chicken option that you will prepare the night before. My favorite cut of chicken, by far, other than wings, are thighs when it comes to grilling. They stay moist and I find they have more flavor, so use chicken thighs for this recipe. I keep the skin on, although trim off some of the excess. I love pairing this chicken recipe with a summer corn salsa. This recipe is for 2 lbs of chicken thighs,
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¼ tsp baking soda 1 ½ tsp cinnamon ½ cup butter, softened 1 ½ cup granulated sugar, separated ¼ cup real maple syrup 1 egg ¼ cup maple sugar, (King Arthur makes one) or 2 more tsp cinnamon In a bowl, combine the first four ingredients until blended. In the bowl of a standing mixer, cream the butter with ½ cup of the granulated sugar until fluffy. Beat in the egg and maple syrup. Gradually add the dry mix to the wet until everything is just combined without over mixing. In a small bowl, combine the remaining one cup of sugar with either the maple sugar or 2 tsp of cinnamon and mix well. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Roll the dough into 1 inch balls, then roll into the sugar mix to completely coat them. Put the balls on ungreased cookie sheets, about 2 inches apart, and press slightly so the bottom is somewhat flat and won’t roll around. Cook for 8-10 minutes or until the cookies are lightly cracked on the top. Although they may still look wet in the middle, they will be fine. After a few minutes of cooling on the pan, transfer to wire racks to finalize the cooling process. Maple Cinnamon Buttercream Filling 1 stick unsalted butter, room temp 2 cups confectioner’s sugar 1 tbsp milk 2 tbsp pure maple syrup ¼ tsp cinnamon Using either a standing mixer or hand-held electric mixer,
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The Rebirth of Ambrose Cove Marina
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On the north side of the Lake Winnipesaukee, the largest lake in New Hampshire, a quiet cove is tucked away in Moultonborough Bay. It is here that Ambrose Cove is located, and it has been the site of a few marine businesses. In the late 1950s and 60s, Howard Arey opened Arey’s Marine Shopping Center on the shores of Ambrose Cove. Boaters coming in to purchase gas, or customers buying groceries at the store had an opportunity to browse and buy a postcard from the marine store which read, “Located in the Castle Shores section of beautiful Moultonboro Bay, L. Winnipesaukee. A small modern rustic trading center dispensing of marine products and gasoline, groceries and sundries. About halfway between Moultonboro and Melvin Village just off Rt. 109. Howard Arey, Prop.” After the shop’s heyday, Howard Arey sold Arey’s Marine to Andy and Pat Anderson. The Anderson’s changed the name from Arey’s Marine to Arey’s Marina. Since the Andersons loved sailboats, this was a natural blending of owner and boat. In addition to selling gas, operating the convenience store and making necessary repairs to the docks, the Andersons expanded Arey’s Marina into a retail dealership, at first selling sailboats and afterward branching out into Hobie Cat catamarans. Broadening the diversity of their dealership, the Andersons looked to marketing an inventory of single-hull boats. When in the late 1980s they decided it was time to retire, the Andersons sold Arey’s Marina to the St. Martins, who continued to operate the marina as a sailboat dealership. Owning Arey’s Marina for a few years, the St. Martins were made an offer to sell. While on vacation in the Lakes Region, Oscar Cherkarian was attracted to the area and especially, the marina. Consulting his business partner, they made the St. Martins an offer and became the new owners of Arey’s Marina, changing
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road stretches down to Moultonborough Bay and Ambrose Cove Marina. Matt decided to keep the marina as a boat storage facility with a valet service program. He reasoned that selling boats in this new location would present a challenge and wanted to keep it separate from Melvin Village Marina, of which Matt is owner/ president. Refurbish, renew, rebirth were the orders of business with water and electricity brought to newly repaired docks, and gas pumps repainted. When you pull up to the gas dock, a refurbished large old red vintage Coca-Cola cooler with white lettering used for storage is a reminder of yesteryear. And probably the best part of stopping for gas at the marina, there will once again this year be Sandwich Creamery Ice Cream for sale. Old pilings replaced and flower boxes painted. The boat storage building constructed in the 1980s enlarged to accommodate an increasing demand for
Valet Service and Winter Storage. The older building was renovated, painted, decorated with new furniture and office equipment to give a fresh new look. This is where the main office is now located. Office manager, Ginny Young, manages the daily routines of the office, paperwork and schedules. Inside the office is a sign advertising jet skis, which have a designated floating dock, and SUP (stand up paddleboard) rentals. Next to the desk area, tucked into a corner of the office stands another reminder of “yesteryear.” It immediately catches your eye and as you walk closer to it, you discover a newly refurbished shiny 1922 Vintage Old Johnson Motor. The staffing of Ambrose Cove Marina was not a problem. Matt transferred Bob Bowe, an experienced marine technician, who had worked at Melvin Village Marina for years, to Ambrose Cove Marina to manage Valet Service, winterize boats for Winter Storage and provide routine repairs. Boats in need of major repairs are sent to Melvin Village Marina’s repair shop. Working side-by side, Jessica Bowe, Bob’s wife, in addition to caring for their twin boys, George and James, who will be one this December 2020, will continue to manage and schedule the dock hands. Abby and Will, who worked as dock Your hands lastFirst year will be returning this Service! season. When valet service customers pick up their boats, they find them filled with gas, canvas covers removed and if needed, there will be ice in the boat cooler. There has been an overwhelming response by the Ambrose Cove Marina customers to having boat canvas repairs fixed or new canvases sewn right up the road at Melvin Village Marina’s Canvas shop managed by Janya Gladu. Last year’s plans for future endeavors at Ambrose Cove Marina:
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Steadfast Steamers of Days Gone By The Lakes Region, on any given summer day, beckons boaters. The expanse of open water, the fascinating islands, and the opportunity to relax in the sun are all reasons many enjoy boating on area lakes. However, in times gone by, it wasn’t so easy to get on the lake. A lucky few people had a boat or canoe, but most residents and vacationers relied upon someone else - usually a marina or some sort of boat service - to provide a boat tour or to transport passengers from one part of the lake to another. In the early 1800s, a gundalow, a sort of sailboat with a flat bottom and rounded shape at both ends, transported commercial freight traffic from mills all over the area. But it was the early steamers and smaller boats that were most often seen on Lake Winnipesaukee and are recalled fondly today by many. Some are still well known by name
today, while many have faded into near obscurity. At Weirs Beach, around 1900, the steamer Arlington offered regular trips to ports in Center Harbor, Melvin Village and Wolfeboro, as well as to a number of Winnipesaukee islands. The steamer was 26 feet long and passengers were shaded by a canopy on deck, according to information at “The History of Wolfeboro, NH” by Q. David Bowers. Also in the early 1900s, George Carpenter was known as among the wealthiest of Wolfeboro’s summer people. His steam yacht was called Isabelle until Carpenter renamed it Bevis. The charming boat must have provided great summer entertainment for Carpenter’s well-to-do guests and family, who could enjoy a trip around the lake. In the tiny community of Melvin Village, William Blackstone Sr. and his son, Herbert A. Blackstone, built the steamer Cyclone. The steamer was large - about 80-feet in length -
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Libby wanted the steamer for excursions and it was a comfortable craft with glass windows which could be removed in the summer for extra air. The steamer could accommodate around 50 passengers with dining for 14 people at a time. He advertised it in the local papers as a boat for “pleasure parties” and it was often taken out for fishing groups. It was even chartered by a state legislator who hosted a gala affair for dignitaries. In about 1905, the steamer was sold to a local woman, and she used it for excursions in the area as well. A noted feature of the steamer was the steam-operated side-whistle powered by the vessel’s boiler. It played tunes, which locals around the waterfront enjoyed greatly, and one favorite was “Yankee Doodle.” In 1905, the steamer Governor Endicott was a project of the Winnipesaukee Transportation Company. The steamer was built by Irving Cottrell and was 100 feet in length. It was put into the waters of Winnipesaukee for excursions and was seen making its way around the lake; it launched from Lakeport and was captained by Leander Lavallee, according to “The Boats and Ports of Lake Winnipesaukee” by Bruce D. Heald, Ph.D. Elsewhere in the Lakes Region, early vacationers on Newfound Lake needed mail and delivery service. To transport passengers around the lake, there were multiple steamboats plying the waters. Among the first was the Pioneer, captained by George Dow. It was launched in the 1860s but destroyed by fire. Other steamboats included the 56-foot Cardigan, owned by Edward Drake. It was launched in the late 1870s and was on the lake until around 1883. The Lady Helen was
a 28-foot-long boat, but the best remembered was the Stella Marion I which was launched in 1900 at Kimball’s beach. The Stella Marion was created due to a need of Camp Pasquaney. In the late 1890s, the camp staff made it known that boat service on Newfound Lake would be most welcome. Pasquaney was accessible only by boat due to its remote location. A local resident, Ambrose Adams, went to work to build a boat for Newfound Lake deliveries. This was big news in the little town of Bristol and the Bristol Enterprise newspaper ran a piece on it in 1900: “Ambrose Adams is building a boat named Stella-Marion, which he expects to launch when the lake opens. The boat is 49 1/2 feet over all, 10 feet wide; built of the heart of oak, planked with 2-inch strips, 1 inch thick fastened with gal. steel nails; will have enclosed cabin forward of engine room, and an open one aft; will be propelled by a Sterling Marion engine, 7 x 8 inch cylinder; boiler will be submerged tube vertical Marion boiler 42 x 62 inch built under U. S. government test. Joseph Adams, who understands the business, is assisting about the building of the boat.” Launched in the spring of 1900 and named for Ambrose’s daughters, Stella and Marion, the boat was used for passengers, moonlight tourist trips and also to haul lumber. In 1906, the boat began to deliver mail. After the Stella Marion burned, Ambrose built the Stella Marion II in 1916. Eventually the charming boat was sold and left the waters of Newfound Lake. On Squam Lake, the houseboat Sallyda made quite a pretty sight on the water. The boat was lavishly decorated, with
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no expense spared for comfort. The Balch family used the Sallyda in the late 1800s as a houseboat at Chocorua and Utopia Islands. An early photograph shows open-air areas, a hammock, fine woodwork and Chinese lanterns on the boat. Also on Winnipesaukee, the U.S. Mail Boat Tonimar delivered mail from 1941 through 1965 to summer island residents in Alton Bay and Wolfeboro. The islands the Tonimar serviced for mail delivery in 1951 were Little Mark, Redhead (also known as Treasure Island), Waveland (or Keniston), Mud (or Varney), Little Mud, Farm Island, Spectacle, Pistol, Little Bear, Devens and Echo. Sandy Island Camp launched the steamer Huntress in the early 1900s and it carried 30 passengers. It was 42 feet long, but was succeeded by the Viking, and later, the Sandy, a war surplus boat acquired after the first World War. The Viking, according to “The Sands of Time Sandy Island Camp: The First 1000 Years” was a sturdy vehicle and known to go wherever lesser vessels could travel on the water. The later Sandy had a similar sturdy construction. In 1962, the Uncle Sam II arrived, having reached the Lakes Region by being hauled on land from Portsmouth. It was a converted PT boat that would deliver mail and hold up to 150 passengers. Postmaster Ed Lavallee organized the mail and packages onboard the Uncle Sam II. The Foxy operated as a Weirs Beach area party boat in the early 1900s. After the boat was shipped out of state, the Foxy II plied the waters of Lake Winnipesaukee. Serving as a tourist boat, the Foxy II made daily trips and was run by Captain Carl Wallace of Laconia.
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