[winnidiver]

I read this thread with a lot of interest. First off after seeing the sign I want to head over there and anchor, because it IS public water.
That being said I can't understand why anyone would want to go to Braun Bay on a weekend in the first place. When I go out with my family or by myself, I try to find a nice quiet spot to anchor swim, and sun. Maybe picnic. I have no desire to park myself in the middle of a crowd of people. I always look forward to sept. when I get the lake without the crowds.
It's a big lake so why crowd yourselves into one little spot? I guess I don't understand the tourist mentality.
Why don't you guys go and explore the lake find all those great places that only a few people go to. You might find a whole new side to the lake experience.
Of course if you do this the Ice Cream barge may not find you.