Ice Around New England & Beyond

With Thanksgiving behind us, watchful eyes are monitoring the ice on various lakes and ponds. In case anyone did not see the IDNIYRA announcement last week, our own Paul Chamberland took the honor of first sail. Paul had to really go the distance and success meant going all the way to Alberta Canada.

We already know that the NEIYA contingent has arrived or is en route to Minnesota for the unofficial start of the DN racing season. Secretary Karen will continue to keep us jealous with her reports from Lake Christina. Put it on your calendar for next year.

Bob S. took a swing by Quabaug for a look and it is nowhere near what it needs to be but making progress. Seeing the ice form gives one the motivation to get boats ready.

Meanwhile some 350 miles northeast of Quabaug, Bill Buchholz and cohorts are nosing around a small lake. He reports there are skaters and skimbots. Heavier crafts are holding off for the moment. Pushaw Lake is also being looked at.

A small contingent including myself, VC Charlie S., and George Neisen will be dropping in on the Hudson River Ice Yacht Club’s annual meeting this Sunday. The HRIYC is the historical custodian of many vintage stern steerers. Their goal is to not only maintain but also use the crafts for their intended purpose, sailing on the frozen Hudson and elsewhere. As announced at our own meeting George will be the vintage event point person. Yes, we are going to do our best to make this event happen in 2024.

Our regular call is scheduled for 6:00 pm tonight Thursday 11/30 @ 6:00 pm. Drop in if you can.

Think Ice,

John
DN5023
John@neiya.org