I have learned some more things since the start of this thread in 2005....
A comfy couch on the porch is the best place for a nap.
A dead webcam is a tragedy during ice-in and ice-out.
Before opening my eyes in the morning, I stick my hand out. If it hits the wall, I am at the lake.
A jetski is the best way to get around the lake.
A washer and dryer on the island would be heaven.
Put a large 40-55 gallon trash container on a hill next to the house. Make a drain for a hose near the bottom. Attach a hose with a shut off and run to the bathroom window. (hanging outside the house with a rope) Fill the container with water and cover it. This is good for 7 flushes when the power goes out.
Take some of that water and heat on the grill. Pour into a plastic sun shower (holds five gallons). Hang in the bathroom shower for times when there is no power to run the water pump. Works well if you just heat a gallon or so to a very hot temp and mix with the cold water from the hill container.
Fresh hamburger from the Wining Butcher on the grill cannot be topped.
Gallons of water can be purchased at Hannaford for 50 cents.
A day at the lake is better than any day anywhere else.
Having to go to the store by jetski is not a bad way to spend time.
There are at least 5 places to get ice cream by jetski (or boat)
- Alton Bay (2)
- Wolfeboro (3)
- 19 Mile Bay
- Center Harbor
- Meredith
What I need to learn is how to get running lights on the jetski so I am not paranoid going back to the island at dusk after an ice cream run.
IG
