New England CorrectCraftfan.com Reunion!!

Joe,

A little of topic, but since seeing your posts, I've meant to comment. I'm originally from central ny. During the summer of 1975 (ok I realize it was the year before you were born)when I was in college, I worked for a summer stock theater company at the Springside Inn Dinner theater in Auburn. Lot of fun. The owner even took us all over to his lakeside home once for some water skiing. No one else could do much so they were infinitely impressed when I took a lap with my girlfriend on my shoulders.

Ken,

   I live on Indian Lake in Worcester. Ski and Board all summer long on it.

   My father actually worked at the Natick Army Labs up until this year (retired now).

    Matt

Hey guys,
Just checking in on some of the latest info that's being posted.
Keith's got it right - weekend traffic is the norm on almost any lake being talked about (Thats why mine sits on the trailer so much!).
Just wanted to let ya know I've used Wallum Lake quite a bit. Very nice lake, pretty good sized State Park Area (Beach, Picnic tables, etc.) But, again, very crowded on weekends (I used to hit it after work during the week).
I believe that they close down the ramp/trailer parking after a certain number (might be around 20-25?) and then you need to wait in line to get into the park until someone leaves. The in-water parking might also be a problem because I think you can only pull up at a limited area. Just wanted to let ya know about this one. But keep em coming, I'm adding to my list of lakes to check out!

Matt,

That's great that you live on a lake. How is Indian Lake? Easy to launch? Beach?

Ken

    We are on Mousam Lake in Shapleigh, next town over from Sanford Maine. Milton N.H. is the next 2 towns over. I know that Mousam can get busy at the public launch, but the local marina has a ramp w/parking for at least 50 I would say. The lake also has a public beach area owned by the Mousam Lake Region Association where my neighbor is the VP. I might be able to see what the marina will do as well as possibly using the beach and roping it off to swimmers. They hold yearly fishing derbys there as well and can hold quite a few boats. There is also a store right there. Its also close for NECC. I can investigate if anyone is interested. Distance wise isnt too bad because the lake is 50% Mass people Id say. My neighbor lives in Melrose Mass. and comes up every weekend (he is the VP). Its also VERY EASY for everone to find. Hop off   you run into the lake. Keith is also familiar where he goes to Limerick Maine.
    I am not too picky on where we do it, I just want to put these boats in the water and get my feet wet while shooting the breeze. If theres any interest, Im willing to do some research 4 ya guys. At any note, anyplace, in a reasonable distance, Im there!

Jeff,
If you don't mind, please check with the marina and your friend. That is the kind of 'connection' we need. Mousam is a great lake and close to NECC. I plan to talk to NECC this week.

Thanks,
-Keith

Ken,

   Indian lake is not a bad lake. Its not that big, about a half a mile long by quarter mile wide. 3.1 miles circumference. The launch is located at Morgan Park. Ive never had a problem launching the boat. Traffic on the lake hasnt been bad in the last couple of years. In the past theyve held hydroplane races and jetski races on the lake at shore park which has facilties, a beach, plenty of parking.

   MG

Ken,

   The only place to stay away from is the cove by the launch. Its shallow in there but navigable. After you launch go to the main body of water. Everything out there is fine (i stay about 100 feet from shore).

   Matt

Keith,

Let me know when you speak to Craig. Are you going to the boat show in Boston? NECC is there every year. They've got the nicest display in my opinion.

I'll be in NH tomorrow. I'm going to see if I can check out the two lakes in question.

Hey Stang - Make sure you guys take plenty of pictures of your reunion as we will too.

Ken

Yes, I'll be there. My cousin and I are trying to decide a date and time. Who about you?

I will more than likely be at the boat show next weekend. Keep me posted.

Next weekend 25/26

Hey guys,I spoke with craig warner the other day and he mentioned this reunion to me,so I thought I'd see what its all about.I too have a place on mousam lake and may be able to attend something in the area.I'll keep checking this post for updates.I'm heading to the boston boat show tomorrow to start getting pumped up for ice out!Jeff,where on the lake are you?

Dates for our Reunion >

July 8-9? (Sat-Sun)

What do you all think? Feedback?

    Well guys, I had dinner with our friends(neighbors)and hate to say it, but I dont think the public beach on Mousam is going to fly easily. The association owns it, but its a public swim area where it might be tough to "block off" to the general public. It would have to go out front of the board, and someone like Keith would have to present it. I know with all the hassles with everyone and the "Hot dog Lady" episode, Im not sure if they want to get involved.
    Thought about combining his place and ours, but there wouldnt be enough room for more than a few boats at the docks, and wouldnt be good for NECC.
    The only thing I have not tried is to see is what the Marina had to offer. Its certainly not going to be a beach, but they do have a 90 foot dock that might hold some. This whole thing depends on how many boats/people are going to attend.
                               Jeff...