Long Weekend’s Fun Has Just Begun (1-16-26)

We had a record number of people on our call last night, and we know some participants experienced difficulties. I’d like to blame Verizon, but regardless, we’re looking into what went wrong.

Ice reports poured in from Northern Lake Champlain, Sunapee, and Quaboag, all of which are being sailed right now. Lake Wentworth will be surveyed, with more details coming in a separate post. Ice-in was declared on January 15 on one of New England’s biggest iceboating prizes, Lake Winnipesaukee, and scouting is already underway.

Farther north, sailors are out today on Great Pond in Belgrade, Maine. Check the Chickawaukie Ice Boat Club website, iceboat.me, for details.

There’s also word that Bantam Lake in Connecticut may be ready, with people checking it out today.

As previously reported, the New England Championships will be held on Lake Champlain out of Sandbar State Park in Vermont. Racing is open to everyone, from seasoned ranked racers to more casual sailors and those just getting started. There will be a special award for the best boat in the Vintage class. Separate starts will be given to any class that gets three boats to the line. Any takers from the Whiz class?

We could also use some race committee help. No experience is required, just a desire to have the best view of the racing. Reach out to me if you’re interested.

There is plenty of ice for both racers and cruisers, so come on up and sail.

Think Ice,

John
DN 5023
john@neiya.org