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by Debby Montague Weirs Times Book Reviewer

The Long And Short Of Summer Reading

Readers look forward to summer for the extra time it offers. The lengthy evening will give you added hours to read a chapter or two, a short story, or perhaps an in-depth article in your favorite magazine. Maybe you plan to indulge your reading pleasure during your vacation, first being sure to stop by the library to check out your limit or to a website to stock your Kindle, Nook, or Apple device with your To Be Read list. So, how do you choose to fill that extra time? Will you pick a book or a series you can dig into and spend many hours with like Stephen King’s The Stand, (Doubleday, 1978) or Rex Stout’s Nero Wolfe Mysteries (1934 – 1975)? Or do you prefer to keep it short, choosing a short story compilation such as Lawrence Block’s In Sunlight or in Shadow (Pegasus Books, 2016) or perhaps an essay collection like Dick Cavett’s Brief Encounters (St. Martin’s Press, 2014)? Be of good cheer. You do not have to choose; you can

have the best of both worlds. Go long for your vacation or evening reading and make it short for waiting in line at the ice cream parlor or the bank drive-up. And if you do not already have a stack of books or a list marked “Summer,” here are suggestions to get you started.

If you like spy stories - well-written, complicated, absorbing spy stories - try my latest favorite, Mick Herron’s Slough House series (2010 – present) published by Soho Crime. Slough House is where MI-5 banishes the losers, the hasbeens, and the oddballs from their headquarters at Regent’s Park. Slough House is “in effect, an administrative oubliette where, alongside a predigital overflow of paperwork, a post-useful crew of misfits can be stored and left to gather dust.” (Slow Horses, chapter 2) Misfits they may be, but the Slow Horses demonstrate that they can get a job done with or without sanction from The Park. As I began reading the first novel in the series,

Slow Horses, I thought that it started, well, slow, but by page twenty “slow” was part of the title, certainly not part of the action. By page thirty I had the rhythm down, encountering one character, then the next and the next and by page fifty I had stopped noticing page numbers. I was part of the action, frustrated alongside River Cartwright, as calm as Catherine Standish, and anxious like Louisa Guy. I will not claim kinship with Jackson Lamb, the man in charge of Slough House, but as Slow Horses moved on, I came to appreciate his abilities (though mean and nasty) and his humor (dark and cruel), and I knew that Slow Horses would not be the last Slough House book I would read. The language, characters, pace, and plot are the best I have read in a long while. Another superb spy series is an oldie but goodie: William F. Buckley Jr.’s Blackford Oakes series. Ah, that Blackie, America’s answer to James Bond, and Blackie is far more handsome, smart, brave, and eruSee MONTAGUE on 29

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Lakes Need Some Love Too!!

by Andres LaMoreaux President/ NH Lakes

Chances are, if you are reading this, there’s a lake in New Hampshire you love—maybe you even love more than one! After all, New Hampshire is home to 1,000 lakes and there’s something for everyone when it comes to our lakes year-round—especially during summer. Our lakes offer endless opportunities to get outside and breathe fresh air, enjoy nature, get some exercise, and have fun and make lasting memories with family and friends. Did you know that science has shown that spending time along, on, near, and in the water is actually good for us?! A day at the lake can lower our stress levels, making us calmer and healthier. If you’ve ever spent a day on the lake, you know this to be true. During the height of the pandemic, many people discovered the restorative and healing powers of our lakes for the very first time. New Hampshire boasts some of the cleanest and healthiest lakes in the country. But, did you know

that some of our lakes are showing signs of stress? Unfortunately, some of our lakes are becoming sick before our eyes! Last summer, 32 public health advisories for toxic blooms of cyanobacteria were issued for New Hampshire’s lakes. People at these lakes were urged to stay out of the water, and to keep their kids, guests—even their dogs—out of the water for fear of becoming seriously ill. Exposure to cyanobacteria can cause skin rashes, gastrointestinal problems, and, in severe cases, liver and brain damage. Because of toxic blooms, some families cancelled vacations to the lake, some had to turn guests away, and some even thought about selling their homes along the lake. It’s hard to love the lake if you can’t spend time there, or you’re worried about getting sick when you’re there. But, there’s some good news. As scientists, biologists, and community groups work together to develop a plan to restore these lakes and prevent more lakes from becoming toxic, there are actions you can take, too. There are simple things you can

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do to help stop these blooms, while also keeping yourself, your kids and guests, and your pets, safe from toxic water this summer and beyond. •Live LakeSmart! If you own property in New Hampshire—whether it’s along a lake or miles up the hill away from the nearest waterbody—find out how you can live in lake-friendly way. After spending 10 minutes taking the FREE online LakeSmart survey, you will instantly receive a detailed (and confidential!) summary of actions you can take to reduce the amount of pollution your property contributes to the lake, feeding toxic blooms. Take the LakeSmart survey at Lakesmart.nhlakes.org. •Boat LakeSmart! Whether you enjoy our lakes by canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, water skiing, tubing, sailing, wake surfing, or simply cruising around the lake in your motorboat, antique boat, or pontoon boat, one of the most lake-friendly things you can do is avoid disturbing the shoreline and the See LAKES on 24

The Weirs Times newspaper was first published in 1883 by Mathew H. Calvert as Calvert’s Weirs Times and Tourists’ Gazette and continued until Mr. Calvert’s death in 1902. The new Weirs Times was re-established in 1992 and strives to maintain the patriotic spirit of its predecessor as well as his devotion to the interests of Lake Winnipesaukee.Our newspaper’s masthead and the map of Lake Winnipesaukee in the center spread are elements in today’s paper which are taken from Calvert’s historic publication. Locally owned for over 30 years, this publication is devoted to printing the stories of the people and places that make New Hampshire the best place in the world to live. No, none of the daily grind news will be found in these pages, just the good stuff.

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Beautiful scenery and beautiful fish. What more could one angler ask for?

by Tim Moore Contributing Writer

Trolling For Salmon On Lake Winnipesaukee

Although the salmon season opens on April first, ice-out historically isn’t declared on Lake Winnipesaukee until around the third week of April. The past couple of years have seen much earlier ice-outs in the first week of April. Anglers begin targeting salmon from bridges and docks until there is enough open water for watercraft, first kayaks and canoes, and then smaller boats, followed by larger boats. Each day, as more water opens up, more boats take advantage. By May 1st, the lake is taken over by anglers all vying for their chance at one of New Hampshire’s plump and healthy landlocked Atlantic salmon. Spring is many anglers’ favorite time of year because the salmon are running shallow, following smelt runs and looking to fatten up on

concentrations of food. The salmon are hungry, the bite is good, and local bait shops are usually still carrying smelt, which is the preferred bait of most spring salmon anglers. Slowly trolling a live or sewn-on smelt near the surface is a deadly tactic early in the morning. Salmon find them almost irresistible. Some anglers prefer to troll streamer flies, and those in the know catch as many or more fish with flies as those using live bait. Add a light wind that creates what anglers refer to as “salmon chop” and you could be in for a treat. Spring offers some great fishing because the salmon are concentrated in shallow water and easier to find. The same thing happens in August, when the water temps are high, and most fish are less active. By the time August rolls around, a thermocline has set up on Winnipesaukee. The water below the thermocline stays at around 55-degrees, which the salmon prefer.

A well-defined thermocline means salmon will be concentrated just below it. Knowing where the thermocline is makes finding salmon a lot easier, which makes August and September two other favorite times of the season. My guided trips consist almost entirely of trolling live bait early in the season. We catch more fish trolling sewn-on smelt than we do with flies, so that’s what I stick with. Sewn-on smelt are just that. The leader is sewn down the side of the bait fish, with the hook protruding near the tail of the fish. Sewing allows you to add a slight bend in the fish to create a nice slow roll while trolling. Most people stop trolling smelt because the bait shops no longer carry them once the spring smelt spawning runs end. I have a method that allows me to keep them frozen, so I can troll smelt far into the summer. That said, some days, especially when fishing below the See MOORE on 23

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Jenn Lebida Dropski can’t remember when she wasn’t on a boat and is never happier than when she is on the water. The passion that started as a toddler has now developed into a business owner with a high speed commitment to family and customer service.

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It all started at her grandparents’ house at the lake. They built the house before little Jenn was born, so all of her summer vacations were spent on the lake. Learning to swim, fish and go boating was just part of everyday day life! (Same for everyone, right?) Jenn’s grandfather did photography as a hobby so needless to say there are plenty of “growing up” photos of the family. One of her favorite times starting at the age of 2, was sitting on his lap “driving the boat”. He had a bow rider and little Jenn loved to sit in the front and let her curly hair blow in the breeze. The years flew by and as Jenn ventured out she met a bunch of other “lake kids” that were her age. They were all boys. They all had boats. In those days, even though they were in their early teens, they could all legally drive boats. They would meet in the middle of the lake and buzz around together. Jenn loved those boys and they remain friends to this day. They all remember fondly their little open skiffs with motors ranging from 6hp to 35hp. They were tiller handled boats so they were very easy to drive. They loved to race. Even though they didn’t go very fast, they couldn’t wait to test their skills and see who could be the day’s winner. Could there be a better way to grow up? The kids pulled each other tubing and played water taxi getting back and forth to each other’s houses. As you can imagine, as they all grew up, the boats started to get bigger as well. According to Jenn, she was lucky enough to have the best Dad in the world. He always treated her like

a person… not his little princess. She joined him for many car shows and when at home he opened the hood and taught her how to change the oil, tires and check the fluids. He taught her what to look for and more importantly what questions to ask should she someday need to take the car into a shop for service. It seems his goal was to make sure Jenn could take care of herself, no matter what was thrown her way. First boats, then cars…her father sparked her love for horsepower. One of the boys in the group, was her brother, Jeff. Jenn and Jeff grew up playing together. Jenn ditched the Barbie for a GI Joe and Transformers. She didn’t have much interest in makeup like the other girls…she and Jeff were typically covered in mud and fish guts. Side by side, they had a blast together. They’d jump in the boats, Jeff driving and Jenn as first mate… but Jeff always made sure that Jenn knew how to drive, fill it with gas and “swab the deck”! Yes, Jeff nicknamed Jenn “Swabbie” for a while. Growing up there were always boats, including a sail boat that their father decided to try. The family sailed in the Rhode Island and Massachusetts areas like Mattapoisett and Buzzards Bay. Although Jenn enjoyed being on the water, no matter what the vessel, sailing seems a bit too slow. She always enjoyed the powerboats and preferred the small skiff on the lake as well as the larger fishing boat. If it had an engine, Jeff and Jenn loved it. In the winter months their attention turned to snowmobiling. As the lake gang grew up, their toys started get-

ting bigger and more expensive. Friend Pete bought the first “Checkmate” of the crew. They had a ton of fun with the flash and speed, but that was only the beginning. In 2002, Jenn met Danny. They were set up on a blind date where they spent a couple of hours talking on the phone prior to the date. Danny was a Mercury Technician for a small boat operation on Cape Cod. He was also racing boats at the time. A match made in speed heaven? Danny picked up Jenn in his Porsche and she fell pretty quickly! Their first summer of dating was filled with car shows and traveling around the country watching Danny race boats. He built a race boat using the hull of a 37’ Outerlimits boat and put in a pair of 1000 MRD engines. He raced for team Obsession under the American Powerboat Association in the P1 class. He won multiple races and a total of three World Championships. It was a great time for Danny and Jenn – traveling to race in the Bahamas, the great lakes, on Cape Cod and at the World Championships in Key West. They married in 2004. All the while, Jenn was working north of Boston, running a CVS store. Jenn became a District Manager for CVS, running 18 stores on Cape Cod and for many years being the only female DM out of 13. Jenn loved the job… building a great career as she built an amazing team. Corporate life started to take its toll, and Jenn started to rethink her life and career as she dreamed of doing something on her own. They planned to move north to the lakes region of New Hampshire. Then everything changed. See DROPSKI on 27

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Wolfeboro Singletrack Alliance members enjoying the Sewall Woods Trail.

Spending Time On The Wolfeboro Trails

by Rob Levey Contributing Writer

While known as a tourist destination with great shopping, restaurants, and cultural destinations along with easy access to various waterways, including most notably Lake Winnipesaukee, Wolfeboro is increasingly known for its vast trail network. “The nice thing about these trails is their proximity to downtown Wolfeboro,” noted Cris Dow, president of Wolfeboro Singletrack Alliance, a nonprofit currently building multi-use trails throughout Wolfeboro. According to Dow, S e w a l l Woods,

Abenaki, the Cotton Valley Rail Trail, and Fernald are among the most accessible trails to downtown Wolfeboro. “You can go outside after and grab a beer or an ice cream, and all the attractions that are available in Wolfeboro are accessible,” he added. Many of these trails are used by dozens of locals and tourists everyday throughout the year. According to Noreen McDonald, co-chair of Cotton Valley Trail Committee (CVTC), approximately 100 people use the Cotton Valley Rail trail daily. Common activities include hiking, biking, dog sledding, cross country skiing, rail motor cars, and snowshoeing depending on the time of year. Describing it as a multi-use trail within 56 and a half-inch wide rails,” McDonald said the Cotton Valley Rail Trail is very family-friendly, too. “On both ends, you have Wakefield and Wolfeboro with restaurants on either end and bathrooms available, picnic benches at both ends,” she said. “Along the trail, there are many,

many benches, especially in the first section from Wolfeboro to Fernald Station. There are also bike racks at several of the picnic tables and information kiosks with maps on them.” According to Wolfeboro resident Mara Michno, the Cotton Valley Rail Trail is great in part because “you can start at tons of differ locations.” “Parking is never an issue, and kids can walk or bike,” she added. “It’s completely flat, and every few miles you can find restrooms.” Mara’s husband and avid biker Eddie Michno said Fernald Station is just as suited for families. “It’s a nice set of trails going out by a creek with picnic benches to stop and sit and hang out,” said Eddie, WSA member and owner of Burnt Timber Brewing & Tavern in Wolfeboro. “It’s all relatively flat and a short distance from the trailhead. You can make a short walk of it and be in a gorgeous area really quickly.” Mara cited Moody Mountain in See TRAILS on 36

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The Lake Winnipesaukee Shoreline The Study Of 1949

by Robert Hanaford Smith Contributing Writer

Imagine finding a nice, quiet spot on the shore of Lake Winnipesaukee where you could sit and relax with a book, enjoy the view and meditate, talk to God, or maybe sit on a log or boulder and drop your fish-line into the water. Can you imagine what the shoreline of the big lake was like in the 1600s and before? Do you suppose you could find a place on the big lake to do one of the above things without trespassing on someone’s private property or encountering multiple people on one of the spaces owned by state or town for public use? The 1947 New Hampshire Legislature instructed a study be done of the Winnipesaukee shoreline by the New Hampshire State Planning and Development Commission. The report, according to plan, was submitted to the legislature on July 12, 1949. I have space here just to tell you a bit of what the study revealed. The 1943 New Hampshire legislature recognized Lake Winnipesaukee as one of New Hampshire’s

most important resources. The legislature also admitted that the lake “was entirely deficient in areas for public use.” As a resource the emphasis had been upon the economic value of the lake with the business of selling recreation or recreational opportunities. That 1943 legislature adopted three objectives: 1.“ To provide recreational facilities to all the people in the state; 2) To provide recreational activities to visitors to the state; 3) To protect and preserve the unusual scenic, scientific, or historic resources for all the public to enjoy.” It was also proposed that state purchase a large tract (several hundred acres) of shore land on the southern shore of the lake between the Weirs and Alton Bay to be developed for public recreational use such as bathing, picnicking and camping. In 1947 the legislature felt that the development of the land around Winnipesaukee would soon be complete, so they wanted a study to show what “the character of the development was and should be on future action.” The study was to include the extent of right-of-ways to the lake and improvements to the navigation of small boats. The in-

volvement of the towns surrounding the lake and their responsibilities in its regard were also to be considered. So what did the study commission conclude? Before they could conclude anything they took a look at the present development in the 1947-49 era. They called that the reconnaissance of the shoreline all around the lake. Laconia’s shoreline to the west of the channel was pronounced almost completely developed, with “The Weirs, with its docks, stores, and recreational activities,” being “the focal point of this highly congested area. From the Weirs to Meredith there was very little development because it was not considered suitable for such with the railroad running close to the shore. However, on the opposite shore, across the lake, Meredith Neck showed considerable development,including some of the Islands, though there were areas and Islands that were still not “built up.” Center Harbor’s shoreline appeared to be largely undeveloped with a mile long beach near the boundary line with Meredith which was partialSee SMITH on 38

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by Amy Patenaude Outdoor/Ski Columnist

The Laverack Nature Trail At Hawkins Brook

On our way to Funspot, I used my cellphone to search for the Meredith Conservation Commission and then I clicked on the “Hiking Maps & Self-guided Tours” link. It directed me to information about their trails, interactive maps and a lovely slideshow featuring Meredith’s Conservation Areas. I was itching to stretch my legs and when I read about the Laverack Nature Trail and its accessible walkway with boardwalks along Hawkins Brook that flows into Meredith Bay. I pitched the idea of taking a nice nature stroll to Charlie and he was game. The Trail runs between Prescott Park and downtown Meredith, just to the west of the Meredith Village Savings Bank and it is 6/10ths of a mile long. Out and back is a nice walk of 1.2 miles. It was hot and sunny on Sunday mid-after-

On the Laverack Nature Trail at Hawkins Brook boardwalk near downtown Meredith. The 6/10th long path runs between Prescott Park and the Meredith Village Savings Bank. The Nature Trail is wheelchair accessible and the boardwalk is a nice level easy walk for everyone to enjoy. There are educational signs posted along the way to teach about the local animals and wetlands. It is a lovely place. noon. We pulled into the Meredith Village Savings Bank’s parking area behind the bank and we parked

next to the trail’s information kiosk. We were the only car in the lot. Hawkins Brook and

the large wetland are hidden behind the bank and businesses along Routes 25 & 3. The Brook flows into Meredith Bay

but it is hidden too because it crosses beneath Route 25 to enter the Lake. At the trailhead

kiosk we learned that the trail is named in honor of Samuel Laverack, recognizing his more than 40 years of community service. He began his career as branch manager of the Meredith Village Savings bank in 1976 and retired as CEO in 2018. Hawkins Brook is 2.5 miles long, a diverse wetland and has the second greatest inflow into Meredith Bay: the first being Lake Waukewan. The Brook is named after Revolutionary War veteran and early settler John Hawkins and his family. This information is on the kiosk too. The boardwalk begins right away and the views across the wetland are impressive. The sun felt hot while we were on the boardwalk; it is over a thousand feet long. Then the path is a graded gravel path under the shade of trees. We passed by a cute outdoor classroom on our way to Prescott Park. See PATENAUDE on 34

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Lake Winnipesaukee Museum Summer Preview

The Lake Winnipesaukee Museum will open for the season on Friday, July 1st, welcoming visitors to see this summer’s special exhibition focusing on the 150th anniversary of the Mount Washington. The Mount has been cruising the Big Lake since 1872, and the Lake Winnipesaukee Historical Society’s collection features numerous images and objects representing this icon of Lake Winnipesaukee. This summer’s Wednesday lecture series on Lakes Region history and places will kick off on July 6th, when diver Hans Hug returns to give his talk “The Wrecks of Winnipesaukee” focusing on the underwater history of the Big Lake. Using sophisticated sidescan sonar equipment, he has located more than eighty wrecks in Lake Winnipesaukee, including large pieces of the original S.S. Mount Washington. Hans will share his recent discoveries and show sonar images of wrecks seen while diving, as well as artifacts from below the surface of the lake. On July 20th, Captain Jim Morash will share stories from his 40-plus years on The Mount, with observations from his perspective piloting the vessel around the Big Lake. Starting as a deck hand when he was in college, and working through the ranks, Morash’s longtime love of the M/S Mount Washington eventually led to his current role as captain, co-owner, chief of

operations and general manager. From the original steam-powered sidewheeler to the 230-foot motorship cruising the lake today, the Mount Washington has been a fundamental part of life on Lake Winnipesaukee for 150 years. The Mount has welcomed visitors from around the world, employed generations of crew, and helped families to celebrate special occasions. In 2022, Mount Washington Cruises

celebrates not only the legacy of the Mount Washington, but also the dedication of her crew, the loyalty of communities around the lake, and the enthusiasm for The Mount within the tourism community. On August 3rd the Museum will welcome Jeff Rapsis, executive director of the Aviation Museum of New Hampshire in Londonderry, to speak on “Martin and Osa Johnson: Adventure’s First

Couple.” This program will spotlight the pioneering aviators who gained worldwide fame and cult status win the early 20th century for their far-flung exploits combining adventure, aviation and wildlife photography. Both the Aviation Museum and the Lake Winnipesaukee Museum are members of the expanding New Hampshire Heritage Museum Trail, which offers a Passport admisSee MUSEUM on 32

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Hike Safe This Summer!!

We want you to be safe on the trails! The NH Fish and Game Department and the White Mountain National Forest are partners in a mountain safety education program called “hikeSafe” to help get the word out on what hikers need to know. As part of this program, the Hiker Responsibility Code is posted on hikeSafe signs at all major trailheads in New Hampshire. The code applies to all hikers, from beginners on a short hike to experienced outdoor enthusiasts embarking on an expedition. Please practice the elements of the code and share the code with fellow trekkers. This will help increase responsibility and reduce the need for Search and Rescue efforts. In case of an accident or emergency, call the NH State Police at 1- 800-525-5555 or 911. Be sure to give specific details concerning you, your emergency, your location and a call-back number.

HikeSafe Hiker Responsibility Code

You Are Responsible For: •Knowledge and gear. Become self reliant by learning about the terrain, conditions, local weather and your equipment before you start. •To leave your plans. Tell someone where you are going, the trails you are hiking, when you’ll re-

when to postpone your hike. The mountains will be there another day. •For emergencies. Even if you are headed out for just an hour, an injury, severe weather or a wrong turn could become life threatening. Don’t assume you will be rescued; know how to rescue yourself. To share the hiker code with others. Additional resources for hiking preparation, including how to plan your trip and what to know if you’re hiking with children or a group, can be found at hikesafe.com.

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turn and your emergency plans. •To stay together. When you start as a group, hike as a group, end as a group. Pace your hike to the slowest person. •To turn back. Weather changes quickly in the mountains. Fatigue and unexpected conditions can also affect your hike. Know your limitations and

The Ten Essentials: Map Compass Warm Clothing: Sweater or Pile Jacket, Long Pants (wool or synthetic), Hat (wool) Extra Food & Water Flashlight or Headlamp Matches/Firestarters First Aid Kit/Repair Kit Whistle Rain/Wind Jacket & Pants Pocket Knife

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Get Your Hike Safe Card

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is authorized to sell voluntary Hike Safe Cards for $25 per person and $35 per family. The card is valuable for anyone hiking, paddling, cross country skiing or engaging in other outdoor recreation. People who obtain the cards are not liable to repay rescue costs if they need to be rescued. An individual may still be liable for response expenses if the actions that created the need for the emergency response meet criteria set forth by legislation (RSA 206:26-bb).

How To Purchase Hike Safe Cards

Buy your card online at Fish and G ame’s license sales site www.nhfishandgame.com Print and mail application PDF Document (Available at NH Fish & Game Website) or Purchase at the N.H. Fish and Game Department in Concord. Is there a physical card that I can put in my wallet? No. The information can be printed out by the consumer at the time of purchase or may be downloaded as a pdf on a smart phone. How long is the card good for? The card covers the calendar year from the date and time of purchase through December 31. Is the card only for hikers? This card is not just for hikers! The card offers the same exemption from liability for rescue costs for people engaging in outdoor activities from canoeing and kayaking to cross country skiing, rock climbing, orienteering and trail running. If I have a valid NH hunting or fishing license, do I need a Hike Safe card? If a person has a current New Hampshire hunting or fishing license, current OffHighway Recreational Vehicle or snowmobile registration, or current boat registration, they receive the same benefit. What is considered a “family” for hike safe card purchases? For purposes of purchasing a family Hike Safe Card, families include the hike safe cardholder, his or her spouse, and his or her minor children and minor stepchildren, as well as those under guardianship, as of the date of purchase. HIKE from 17 Also Important To Take On Day Hikes: Sturdy Footwear & Extra Socks Watch Trash Bag (for trash or rain protection) Light Plastic Tarp or “Space” Blanket Guidebook Insect Repellent Sunglasses Sunscreen Gloves or Mittens Personal Medications Cord/Rope Gaiters Extra Batteries Add For Overnight Trips & Groups: Sleeping Bag Foam Pad Tent or Other Shelter Stove, Fuel Pots, Cup, Bowl, Spoon Food

Water Purification Toothbrush, Towel, etc. Extra Clothing Add for Hikes above Treeline: Crampons Face Mask Ice Axe Goggles Add for Avalanche Terrain: Avalanche Transceiver Avalanche Probe Snow Shovel To have a safe, enjoyable outdoor experience and help reduce search and rescue efforts... BE PREPARED. Proper planning and preparation before you go will help you have a safe and memorable trip. Remember to practice the Hiker Respon-

sibility Code to ensure everyone’s safety. It’s your responsibility. In case of an accident or emergency, call the NH State Police at 1800-525-5555 or 911. Be sure to give specific details concerning you, your emergency, your location and a call-back number. Notice: In New Hampshire, if you or anyone in your hiking group acts recklessly -- or fails to practice proper preparation as outlined by the hiker responsibility code -- resulting in Search and Rescue, you could be liable to pay the costs of your search and rescue mission.

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OUT on the TOWN Great Food, Libations & Good Times!

Shibley’s Drive-In Ice Cream

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photography, basketry, amazing quilts, custom signs and lots more. July 8-10 - On The Green Arts & Craft Festival - Brewster Academy, 80 Academy Drive, Rt. 28, Wolfeboro - Fri/ Sat 10am to 5pm & Sun 10am to 4pm - Over 85 Fabulous Exhibitors including Lake Winnipesaukee aerial photography, cedar wood furniture, jewelry, wood, wildlife photography, stained glass, handsome cribbage boards, solar lights, scarves & slidesand lots more. Chainsaw wood carvings & Demos. Music. July 23-24 - Summer Fun Craft Fair - Tanger Outlets, 120 Laconia Road, Tilton NH - Sat 10am to 5pm & Sat 10am to 4pm Fabulous exhibitors including fairy gardens, metal art creations, jewelry, tie dye clothing, wooden decor, chainsaw creations by Elise, macrame furniture, artwork, sublimated art & much more. July 30-31 - Weirs Beach Craft Fair - 70 Endicott Street, North, Laconia - Located across from Weirs Beach & Next to the Weirs Drive-In - Sat 10am 5pm & Sun 10am to 4pm - Some of the exhibits will include cedar wood furniture, jewelry, photography, pottery, custom signs, handsome soy candles, and lots more. Chainsaw wood carvings & demos!

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OUT on the TOWN Great Food, Libations & Good Times!

MOORE from 5 thermocline, flies or spoons will catch more fish, so I always have them on hand. Trolling flies and spoons allows us to travel at up to twice the speeds I do when trolling bait, so we cover more water. Our clients come to catch big fish, but they love to see the rods pop out of the downriggers regardless. A rod popping out of the downrigger is often followed by aerial acrobatics that keep the blood pumping. I can take two anglers on my boat and the limit

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Get out & enjoy summer! Drinks Two happy TMO clients with a mixed limit of salmon and lake trout for the grill. truer on most days of salmon fishing. Mornings are generally better fishing than evenings, but evenings almost always offer up some fish. The fishing is often excellent and when you mix in a few rainbow trout weighing in the three to four-pound range and the occasion-

al lake trout, you’ll quickly know why so many anglers spend their weeks thinking about the weekend, and salmon fishing on Lake Winnipesaukee. Tim Moore is a full-time professional fishing guide in New Hampshire. He owns and operates Tim Moore Outdoors, LLC. He is a member of the New England Outdoors

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Salmon in the 5-6 pound range have become a regular occurrence on Lake Winnipesaukee in the past few years. on Lake Winnipesaukee is two fish. Many of our clients prefer to catch and release so they can keep fishing, because once you have your limit in the cooler you must stop fishing for salmon. This year things are looking much better than the previous two years

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We are in a rebuilding phase with the salmon, meaning that efforts are underway to increase the numbers of salmon being out into the lake. The results and outlook are very promising. They say the early bird gets the worm, and that couldn’t be

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Bow Riders • Deck Boats • Pontoon Boats All Boats equipped with AM/FM Stereos

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LAKES from 4 lake bottom. Make sure your paddles, rudders, and props don’t scrape the lake bottom. And, make sure the wake your boat produces doesn’t stir up the lake bottom or reach and wash away the shoreline. By taking these

simple precautions, you’ll help minimize the amount of sediment that gets stirred into the lake water. Sediment mixed into the lake contains unwanted nutrients that can fuel toxic blooms. •Look Before You Leap! Before jumping

or wading into any waterbody, be sure to take a close look at the water. If there’s an unusual or odd color to the water— maybe a blueish-green, yellow, or even a whitish hue—do not wade or swim in the water. Do not drink the water. And, do not let your kids, guests, or pets in the water. •Report Potential Toxic Blooms. If you think you have spotted a cyanobacteria bloom, contact the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services at 603-848-8094 or HAB@ des.nh.gov. The state only has a few biologists to keep tabs on all of our 1,000 lakes—only with your help, will others be kept safe from toxic

blooms this summer! By showing your favorite lakes a little love this summer, you can help keep New Hampshire’s lakes healthy. And, they will help keep you healthy, too! NH LAKES is the only statewide, public-supported nonprofit organization working to keep New Hampshire’s lakes clean and healthy, now and in the future. For more information, and to make an investment in clean and healthy lakes, visit nhlakes.org, email info@nhlakes.org, or call 603.226.0299.

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Molly The Trolley Adds Jolly The Trolley Park N’ Ride

WOLFEBORO – Molly the Trolle kicked off her 35th season in Wolfeboro Memorial Day weekend with her traditional “Hop On & Off” narrated tours entertaining returning riders and introducing new visitors to this picturesque lakeside village on the northeastern shore of Lake Winnipesaukee. Wolfeboro has long been recognized as the “Oldest Summer Resort in America” because New Hampshire’s colonial Governor John Wentworth built a summer home here in 1772. With 250 years of vacationing history, it’s no surprise that Molly’s tour drivers have

lots to talk about as the red and green trolley makes her way along the shores of three lakes including Winnipesaukee, Crescent and Wentworth exploring the ins and outs of the village, catching up on what’s new in town for 2022. This year Molly’s brass bell is ringing with important news of her own! Her new brother Jolly the Trolley will offer a Park and Ride Shuttle service this summer (July and August.) “This convenient and affordable service should make visiting downtown Wolfeboro more fun for both visitors and locals by elimi-

nating the need to hunt for parking spaces or limiting visits to two hours per the downtown parking ordinance,” said Wolfeboro Trolley Company Owner Kathy Fairman. The Park ‘n Ride Trolley will run between the Kingswood Arts Center at 21 McManus Road, next to Kingswood Regional High School, and the Wolfeboro Railroad Station, 32 Central Avenue. It will leave Kingswood on the half-hour from 8 am – 6 pm, and return from the Railroad Station on the quarterhour 8:15 am – 5:45 pm. “Parking at the Arts See TROLLEY on 26

— THE WEIRS TIMES SUMMER FUN GUIDE 2022 — TROLLEY from 25 Center is free,” explained Fairman. “An All-Day Park ‘n Ride Pass is $6 for an adult, $3 for children 4-12 and under 4 ride free. We

also offer a Season Pass for $100.” Jolly the Trolley will connect with Molly the Trolley at the historic Railroad Station where passengers can board

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Molly for her 45-minute Hop On & Off narrated tours. All-Day Hop On & Off Tour Tickets are $8 for an adult, $4 for children 4-12 and under 4 are free. Tours begin at 11, 12, 1 and 2 from the Railroad Station and 11:30, 12:30 and 1:30 from Dockside, daily in July and August and weekends in the spring and fall. A Combo All Day Pass with unlimited access to both trolleys is $10 for an Adult, $8 for Children 4-12 and under four are still free. “We always recommend checking our website or Facebook page to confirm Hop On & Off Tour times as our trolleys may be on a private charter like a wedding,” added Fairman. “But the Park ‘n Ride should be running consistently in July and August.” For more information visit wolfeborotrolley. com or call Kathy at 603-569-1080.

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— THE WEIRS TIMES SUMMER FUN GUIDE 2022 — DROPSKI from 7 Danny got cancer in 2012. That life-changing event began to put things in focus. They sold the house on the Cape, Jenn left her CVS career and spent many hours with Danny in the hospital fighting for life and soul searching about what was really important and what they wanted the rest of their lives to look like. Danny recovered from cancer. During that unsettling time, Jenn reached out as she always did, to her brother Jeff for advice. In their hearts, they all knew what they wanted or dreamed to do and finally had the courage to say it out loud. The plan was formulating and in August of 2012, 7 Lakes Marine Service was born. No one could work an engine like Danny, so it made perfect sense to locate the business in the 7 lakes region.

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Jenn ventured out as she met other lake kids that were her age. They were all boys and all had boats Their vacation home in New Hampshire became their primary residence and engine shop. They wanted to take care of all marine service needs of the people in the lakes area and at the same time connect with high performance enthusiasts which is Danny’s specialty. To keep things afloat,

like health insurance, Jenn went back to work and Jeff came on to help as well. Fortunately, in a small community, news spreads quickly and the business took off. In March of 2016, they bought a business location in downtown Sanbornville, NH. It was the perfect combination of small retail and

business offices along with an open parking lot and huge shop. Danny was now full-time at the shop, Jeff quit his big job in 2017 to join Danny full-time and Jenn made 7 Lakes Marine her full-time commitment in 2018. In just a few short years the dream of working every See DROPSKI on 28

CHRISTMAS COTTAGE & CANDY SHOPPE Located In Alton Bay, across from Shibley’s Ice Cream

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Those were the days.

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Mon. – Sat., 10am-4pm Sunday, Noon-4pm

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DROPSKI from 27 day on something you love came true for these three tight-knit family members. So how does a woman take a career as a district manager of a large retail chain and turn it into a successful owner of a high performance marina? On the surface it seems like a stretch, however, for Jenn Dropski, it all made perfect sense. Jenn put all her years of understanding the importance of a team, having systems in place, the value of training, holding people accountable and most importantly customer service into place at 7 Lakes Marine. Jenn, Danny and Jeff all have their place on the team. They are family and their bond seems to only grow stronger as the years fly by. Jenn and Danny live on the very same lake where she grew up, and it’s no surprise that Jeff lives just across the lake. The first five years of any new business brings along plenty of stumbles, but they continue to love every day, knowing that they are fortunate to live and work together surrounded by what they love. They all find strength and comfort in knowing they can trust their partners. Jenn constantly strives to build a successful team and suc-

cessful relationships with those who love boating, fishing and racing as much as she does. 7 Lakes Marine supports the NH Bass Nation, Maine Bass Nation and the Bass Federation of NH. Avid fishermen are truly loyal to businesses that understand their needs when it comes to the perfect setup for their boats, and the 7 Lakes Marine team caters to that need. The fast boat enthusiasts are just as passionate about their boats and speed as the anglers are with their fishing and equipment. Those driving by the 7 Lakes Marine location many times are stunned to see a flashy 38 foot Cigarette boat tightly squeezed into the parking lot. High performance customers are known for seeking out the very best technicians to make the most out their engines and that means hiring 7 Lakes Marine for the task. Although hidden in New Hampshire, these thrill seekers have their boats trailered from as far as Florida to take advantage of the 7 Lakes Marine masters. Cultivating the culture of boating is perhaps what sets Jenn aside. The deep passion for the sport of boating which started as a toddler is evident today as she warmly shares that pas-

sion with each and every customer that walks in. They treat each one as family and tend to build long lasting relationships that spill over into friendships. Jenn, Danny and Jeff truly wanted a family business. And, that is just what they have built. Jenn’s energy never stops. When not a work, Jenn is at home loving her 2 dogs and cat. She gets her speed fix with snowmobiling in the winter and on UTV’s in the spring and fall. But in the summer months she enjoys her Checkmate (which looks fast when just sitting still) or fishing from the shop’s Bullet Boat (looking like she’s on the pro bass tour!). She does find time for a bit a girl time as an Independent Beauty Consultant for Mary Kay, and loves to cook for anyone who loves to eat! Her vacation time is spent at Disney World – no wonder she is obsessed with customer service! 7 Lakes Marine is a family owned and operated specialty marina that focuses on high performance engines and is one of the top rigging shops in New England. Located at 45 Meadow Street, Sanbornville, NH 03872. 603.452.8264. www.7LakesMarine.com

— THE WEIRS TIMES SUMMER FUN GUIDE 2022 — MONTAGUE from 3 dite than Bond. The Blackford Oakes novels (1976 – 2005) are just as engaging now as they were when first published and the writing is razor-sharp and snappy. Blackie can do anything from preventing Queen Elizabeth II from committing a grave faux pas to flying a U-2 spy plane over Soviet air space. You should give the Blackford O a k e s series a look. If you love cats and if you are looking for some shorties to read this summer, I suggest James Herriot’s Cat Stories (1974). The book is ideal for a wait at the vet while your own cat is being treated or for a smile and a laugh after a long day. And, with the latest version of “All Creatures Great and Small” being broadcast on PBS, you might be inspired to read, or re-read, James Herriot’s book, All Creatures Great and Small (1972). You will have a chuckle at the antics of the bigger animals, bulls, cows, and horses, as well as those of the cats and dogs. For my last summer reading recommendation, I highly endorse Brendan Smith’s latest collection I Really Only Did It for The Socks (MindStir Media,

2021). Loaded, as it is, with extraordinary information on nutrition, exercise, and coping with various afflictions, it is an ideal read while

you wait at the doctor’s office. There are also intriguing articles concerning retirement, food shopping, and adult beverages. Do try to stifle your laughter, though, particularly if you are reading in the doctor’s waiting room. The essays in I Really Only Did It For The Socks are perfect for that short read, but you will doubtless enjoy the book so much you will breeze through it in one perfect summer afternoon. Whether you choose long or short reads, or both, indulge yourself this summer. GOOD BOOKS COMING SOON: Adrian McKinty, The Island, May 17, 2022, Little, Brown & Com-

pany Paula Munier, The Wedding Plot (Mercy Carr Mysteries), July 19, 2022, Minotaur Books Robert Galbreath, The Ink B l a c k H e a r t (Cormoran Strike Series) Aug. 30, 2022, Mulholland Books James R. Benn, From The Shadows (Billy Boyle WWII Mysteries), Sept. 6, 2022, Soho Crime A n n Cleeves, The Rising Tide (Vera Stanhope Series), Sept 6, 2022, Macmillan R i c h ard Osman, The Bullet That Missed (Thursday Murder Club Mysteries), Sept 20, 2022, Penguin Group

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SANDWICH, NH Visit us Anytime of the year... Small batch, homemade ice cream with local dairy & ingredients.

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32 MUSEUM from 15 sions program sponsored by the Bank of New Hampshire. Trail passports, which provide admission to 21 member institutions,

— THE WEIRS TIMES SUMMER FUN GUIDE 2022 — are now available for $25 (a $150 value) at all participating museums. The Heritage Museum Trail’s mission is to connect the public with culturally rich heritage

institutions throughout New Hampshire (see www.nhmuseumtrail. org for more information). On A u g u s t 1 7 t h , Bear Island historian

John Hopper will present a program on the history and preservation of the Bear Island Chapel, the subject of a series of paintings See MUSEUM on 33

John Hopper, August 17th, 7pm

— THE WEIRS TIMES SUMMER FUN GUIDE 2022 — MUSEUM from 32 by esteemed Lakes Region artist Peter Ferber last summer. Ferber’s poster will be available for sale at the event; all proceeds will go to the St. John’s-on-theLake Association for the chapel’s ongoing restoration. Finally, on August 24th, historian and ship modeler David Warren will present his talk on “The S.S. Mount Washington and WW II,” tracing the coincidences, calamities, and coverups in The Mount’s wartime history. Warren’s interest in Winnipesaukee steamboat history stems from his hobby making ship models; he currently has 24 models on exhibit in six Lakes Region museums. The Museum is fortunate to display Warren’s scale model of the modern Mount Washington, recognized as the oldest steel passenger ship on a freshwater lake in the world. The Lake Winni-

Jeff Rapsis, August 3rd, 7pm

David Warren, August 24th, 7pm.

pesaukee Historical Society is a nonprofit educational organization founded in 1985 with the mission to promote and preserve the history and heritage of Lake Winnipesaukee and vicinity. The Society collects, preserves, and interprets objects and ephemera relating to the history and heritage of Lake Winnipesaukee and its environs, with an emphasis on late 19th and early 20th century seasonal tourism, recreation, and lake transportation. The Lake Winnipesaukee Museum will be open Wednesdays through Saturdays from 10 AM to 4 PM through mid-October. Since seating for the Wednesday evening lecture series is very limited, please reserve your seat by e-mail to lakewinnipesaukeemuseum@gmail. com or by calling 603-366-5950.

E.M. Heath, Inc. Serving our Lakes Region neighbors since 1945

Shop by Land or by Lake! Located conveniently right across the street from the Center Harbor Town Docks. Shopping carts are available to carry your groceries back to the docks!

Rte. 25B, 12C Main Street www.heathsmarket.com • 253-4312

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34 PATENAUDE from 13 Along the way there are educational signs about the local wildlife

— THE WEIRS TIMES SUMMER FUN GUIDE 2022 — and wetlands. Starting from Prescott Park is also possible and proba-

bly has better parking during business hours. We saw geese with

Yours truly enjoying the view and looking for wildlife from the Laverack Nature Trail at Hawkins Brook. The 1,450 foot long boardwalk is made of Black Locust Wood supported by helical piles along Hawkins Brook. The Trail is open from sunrise to sunset, foot traffic and mobility devices only and please don’t disturb the environment. tiny yellow goslings following closely behind their mothers! We didn’t see a Blue Heron but we looked. On our way back we passed by one other person enjoying the boardwalk. Back at the Bank we decided to cross Route 25. Seeing no nearby

crosswalk, we waited patiently for a number of minutes for a big break in the traffic so we could cross safely and without stopping traffic. We walked along the sidewalk on the edge of Meredith Bay and there were many people walking about and

admiring the artwork. These pieces of art are part of the Meredith Sculpture Walk, an annual exhibit of sculptures placed around the town of Meredith. Too bad so many people are missing out on taking the nature See PATENAUDE on 35

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This was our favorite piece of art-- “Poured” by Michael Alfano, exhibited in Clough Park, just one of the pieces in the annual Meredith Sculpture Walk. For more information visit MeredithSculptureWalk.org PATENAUDE from 34 trail. Perhaps they could place a piece of art near the start of the trail or at least include information about the nature trail on their Sculpture Walk map. We enjoyed our walk but I will confess the air conditioning inside Funspot felt good. Have Fun. Amy Patenaude is an avid skier/outdoor enthusiast from Henniker, N.H. Readers are welcome to send comments or suggestions to her at: amy@ weirs.com.

36 TRAILS from 9 Wolfeboro as another one of her favorites.“It’s less than a mile up and not too big of an incline with a view of Lake Winnipesaukee,” she explained. “You can get

— THE WEIRS TIMES SUMMER FUN GUIDE 2022 — to the highest point in Wolfeboro from there — it’s not hard.” JUST OUTSIDE WOLFEBORO According to Mara, Tumbledown Dick

Mountain in Brookfield is terrific for teenagers (or anyone) with “a low tolerance for hiking.” “It’s not too long and really straightforward with really good views,” she said..

trail, visit cottonvalleyrailtrail.org. TRAIL HIGHLIGHTS: ___________________ ABENAKI Easily accessible from the Cotton Valley Rail Trail, which begins within walking distance of Burnt Timber Brewing & Tavern in downtown Wolfeboro, Abenaki features 5 miles of intermediate and advanced singletrack trails. Open year round, these trails allow for mountain biking, walking, trail running, dog walking, bird watching, and orienteering. ___________________

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the takeaway for him is that Wolfeboro and nearby areas have “everything you need for an adventure.” “You don’t need to go far, or anywhere really, to experience nature,” he said. To learn more about trails in Wolfeboro, visit wolfeborosingletrack. org. To learn more about the Cotton Valley Rail

COTTON VALLEY RAIL TRAIL 12-miles in length, the Cotton Valley Rail trail is a hard packed, family-friendly multiuse rail-trail that meanders along two lakes, over trestles, scenic wetlands, beaches, back woods and fields. The Trail links the towns of Wolfeboro, Brookfield, and Wakefield. This trail accommodates a variety of activities, which include walking, running, bicycling, rail cars, wildlife viewing, and fishing in the See TRAILS on 37

— THE WEIRS TIMES SUMMER FUN GUIDE 2022 — trail running, dog walking, bird watching, and orienteering. ___________________

Mara Michno with her kids at Knights Pond in Alton. TRAILS from 36 summer with winter cross-country skiing and snowmobiling in the winter. ___________________ FERNALD STATION Wiley Brook River runs through these machine-built singletrack trails, which fea-

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ly owned by the town of Meredith and partly owned by a “religious camp.” Moultonborough with its three “necks,” was

— THE WEIRS TIMES SUMMER FUN GUIDE 2022 — only partially developed with summer homes but more building was expected on sub-divided lots. The shore at Melvin Village was not high-

ly developed in 1949, but much of the land was owned by the Bald Creek Club. Below Melvin Village three boy’s camps and “fairly large, wellconstructed summer homes on ample lots are the rule here. Much of Wolfeboro Bay was found to be fully developed with above average summer homes and commercial businesses, but between there and Alton bay there was only spotty development taking place. By contrast, with the highway coming close to the east shore at Alton Bay, it was reported to be reaching its peak in development. The west shore of Alton Bay, however had but little development. Gilford, on the other hand, was declared “from one town line to the other, is not only highly developed but in the vicinity of Gendale

is actually congested.” When we realize that the towns around the Lake did not exist until the later part of the 1700s, which meant that the shoreline belonged to the Native Americans before the King of England thought he had the authority to give it away or sell it, we may wish that none of the shoreline could be developed. In 1949

very little of the shore land was considered public property, though Laconia, with 10% of its shores being available to the public was well above the 1% average per town. There were said to be 240 miles of Lake Winnipesaukee shoreland which included that of the islands on the lake. The study commission found that 2/3 of the

lake’s shoreland had been given over to what it called recreational use in 1949, leaving a third of the property as undeveloped. Onethird of the one-third was in Moultonborough , and much of that property consisted of sandy beaches. Of the then 19,000 summer homes in the state, one out of every ten were situated around the big lake. It was also home to 33 boys’ and girls’ camps, 21 hotels and inns, and 18 other recreational facilities. The 1948 assessment of shore front properties was $6,600,000, with 80% of that representing summer homes properties. Though there seemed to be many access routes to the big lake owned by private property people, there was a declared deficiency of areas for See SMITH on 39

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— THE WEIRS TIMES SUMMER FUN GUIDE 2022 — SMITH from 38 access for public use. The commission found that in their research that there was only one state-owned and operated day use area, namely, Endicott Rock State Park in the Weirs. It consisted of four acres and only a capacity for 500 people. The local recreational activities on the lake were largely under the control of the towns, including the access roads. Some roads were not well taken care of, and it was felt that the towns were not giving the owners of lakefront properties a fair return of services when compared to the rate of taxes they were paying. Towns were thus asked to do more in providing good access roads and services to the summer homes on the lake. But we return to the question of public access and enjoyment of the Winnipesaukee shore-line. The 1949 Commission report stated: “The right of the public to the shore of the lake has long been debated,” and, “the rights of the public to

the shore of the lake is yet not clear.” It was determined that “Recreational areas for the general public use by all people, young and old, resident and non-resident alike, are now conceded to be the responsibility of the state.” For boat owners in 1949 there were 12 public docks and three public landings around the shore of the Lake and its islands. This, said the commission, was not enough, and some of these areas needed improvements. The study group concluded that the primary responsibility for the development of the Lake Winnipesaukee shoreline was the responsibility of the individual owners of property, but that the state government had the responsibility in certain areas, like the provision of public recreation areas, development of navigation facilities, clarification of laws pertaining to the rights of the public to the use of lake shore below mean high water.” The 1949 report to

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the legislature included a number of recommendations intended to clarify the state’s responsibility in providing public recreational activities, the clarification of the rights of the public in the use of the Lake, including boating, and in the responsibility of the towns having shoreline frontage to Lake Winnipesaukee in providing services to private landowners. Development was encouraged, which left me wondering, these many years beyond 1949

where I might find a private spot, as a New Hampshire native and resident, perhaps to do a little fishing, enjoy the unspoiled scenery, commune with my Creator, and just relax, “away from it all,” as they say, whatever all might be. I know, it is all still very beautiful, or, almost all, even with the continued development, and I still enjoy the presence of the big Lake, even without my own private spot on the shoreline.

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