Views from the C-Nile

[steve-on-mark]

With 4 dogs, they go everywhere....I just aimed for the yellow circles and hoped that everyone was so preoccupied looking for wayward kayaks that they wouldn't see me!

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[Descant]

If you mark your territory, will the bear stay away? Is the bear still on Mark?

[steve-on-mark]

If you mark your territory, will the bear stay away? Is the bear still on Mark?I haven't seen it, nor have I gotten any reports. Of course, there may not be anyone left out there to report , so your guess is as good as mine!

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[Phantom]

you guys are killing me :D:laugh::laugh::D

Just what I needed this afternoon :banana:

[steve-on-mark]

you guys are killing me :D[emoji23][emoji23]:D

Just what I needed this afternoon :banana:The comedy value alone in this thread is staggering! [emoji16]

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[steve-on-mark]

few shots from this morning...and yes, the heat was on.

[steve-on-mark]

Just took a ride around the island...last man standing.

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[LikeLakes]

Beautiful day!!!

You should go for a swim, water is cold but over 70 degree air and sun so you'd warm up right away.

[steve-on-mark]

Beautiful day!!!

You should go for a swim, water is cold but over 70 degree air and sun so you'd warm up right away.Too many leaves to rake![emoji6]

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[steve-on-mark]

People have been complaining about the time change, but I'm happy with the results...these morning trips have been occurring in the dark .

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[codeman671]

People have been complaining about the time change, but I'm happy with the results...these morning trips have been occurring in the dark .

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It must have been a bumpy ride in this morning. The wind was howling up on the hill last night, and it looked rough down near Diamond/Rattlesnake.

[steve-on-mark]

It must have been a bumpy ride in this morning. The wind was howling up on the hill last night, and it looked rough down near Diamond/Rattlesnake.

last night was pretty rough going out...this morning not so terrible...of course, we all have a different view of what bumpy and rough might be! ;-)

[LikeLakes]

Ugh I hate the time change. I don't mind at all going to work in the dark, really don't like the dark afternoon/evenings. But I realize I'm not boating to work.

[steve-on-mark]

Ugh I hate the time change. I don't mind at all going to work in the dark, really don't like the dark afternoon/evenings. But I realize I'm not boating to work.

for me it's a good thing...in a month it won't matter! ;-)

[steve-on-mark]

A little " breezy " on the lake this morning...why are my dock lines so stiff?? [emoji6]

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[codeman671]

A little " breezy " on the lake this morning...why are my dock lines so stiff?? [emoji6]


It was blowing hard this morning. There were some big rollers crashing into the tip of Rattlesnake this morning.

Pic out my bathroom window earlier.

[steve-on-mark]

It was blowing hard this morning. There were some big rollers crashing into the tip of Rattlesnake this morning.

Pic out my bathroom window earlier.

you know we're sheltered from those west winds on East Mark... I had no idea ( too dark to see the true height of those rollers ) how windy it was until I saw the flag blowing at Glendale.

[steve-on-mark]

A little breezy this morning as well!

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[tis]

Oh, rough one this morning!

[steve-on-mark]

Oh, rough one this morning!On the bright side, I had daylight! [emoji6]

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[tis]

On the bright side, I had daylight! [emoji6]

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Yes, that is helpful!!!

[steve-on-mark]

Yes, that is helpful!!!Not necessary, but kinda nice!

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[Garcia]

Do you have a departure date or do you play it be ear and see what the weather brings? I'm envious of the time you spend on the island/lake!

[steve-on-mark]

Do you have a departure date or do you play it be ear and see what the weather brings? I'm envious of the time you spend on the island/lake!

We kind of play it by ear...planning on having Thanksgiving out here, maybe move off that weekend or the next??? I don't have any clogged arteries this year so the move and pulling of the boat should be easier than last year! :-) I have taken a lot of stuff home over the course of the past month as well.

[LoveLakeLife]

Please post some pics of what the island and the bay look like this time of year!


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[steve-on-mark]

Please post some pics of what the island and the bay look like this time of year!


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Usually blackness when I get home! :-) Will have to be this weekend...are you talking about the water between Mark and Bear??

[steve-on-mark]

Please post some pics of what the island and the bay look like this time of year!


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[LoveLakeLife]

Wow, the level of detail is astounding!


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[steve-on-mark]

Wow, the level of detail is astounding!


Sent from my iPhone using Winnipesaukee Forum mobile app (http://r.tapatalk.com/byo?rid=92687)You see what I see! Thank God for the lights in this place!

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[tis]

The lake is indeed very dark at night in the off season!!

[steve-on-mark]

The lake is indeed very dark at night in the off season!!Right?? People have no idea just how dark it really is...even hard to tell where islands begin and end. Moonlight is always a welcome thing!

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[steve-on-mark]

A balmy 28 degrees this morning...pretty though.

[LoveLakeLife]

Very pretty. Any ice sightings?


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[steve-on-mark]

Very pretty. Any ice sightings?


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[steve-on-mark]

Very pretty. Any ice sightings?


Sent from my iPhone using Winnipesaukee Forum mobile app (http://r.tapatalk.com/byo?rid=92687)I take that back... Gilford Yacht Club has skim ice.

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[LikeLakes]

C-Nile will laugh at that skim ice as she breaks a path through.:)

You mention maybe pulling it this weekend or the one after ... seems like it's worth waiting the extra week so you can say you commuted into December.

[steve-on-mark]

C-Nile will laugh at that skim ice as she breaks a path through.:)

You mention maybe pulling it this weekend or the one after ... seems like it's worth waiting the extra week so you can say you commuted into December.

well....it was so cold this morning ( 19 degrees ) that the steering cable was frozen in place...I discovered that after backing away from the dock, I couldn't turn the wheel! Loosened up after a bit, but made for an interesting ride in. I'm thinking it's time to call it a year...

[tis]

Oh no! Sad, but I think you are right. I will miss your adventures.

[steve-on-mark]

Well let me tell you about yesterday's adventure...all 5 cats had to go in for rabies shots...if you saw the lake yesterday, nobody in their right mind would have been out there. First time I've seen my wife hyperventilate!

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[tis]

Well let me tell you about yesterday's adventure...all 5 cats had to go in for rabies shots...if you saw the lake yesterday, nobody in their right mind would have been out there. First time I've seen my wife hyperventilate!

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Wow! I didn't know you had FIVE cats! I did see your picture yesterday though but I thought you were celebrating a special "cat" day. :laugh:

[steve-on-mark]

Wow! I didn't know you had FIVE cats! I did see your picture yesterday though but I thought you were celebrating a special "cat" day. :laugh:

Come on...you know I like to tell stories! ;-)

[tis]

:laugh::laugh::laugh: At least we have fun, right?

[steve-on-mark]

:laugh::laugh::laugh: At least we have fun, right?

it's all we can do! :-)

[Descant]

No rabies shot fore the bear? Is s/he still on Mark? Maybe s/he island hopped and that's the one that was seen on Welch?

[steve-on-mark]

No rabies shot fore the bear? Is s/he still on Mark? Maybe s/he island hopped and that's the one that was seen on Welch?I haven't seen bear or any deer in quite a while, just ravenous cats!

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[codeman671]

I can confirm he had 5 cats on board, as well as a hyper-ventilating wife...She was ready to ditch island life after that ride.Steve- lucky for you the cheapest mainland house she found that she liked was $5mil. Better not plan on retiring soon. That's a LOT of tiki boat runs!

[steve-on-mark]

I can confirm he had 5 cats on board, as well as a hyper-ventilating wife...She was ready to ditch island life after that ride.Steve- lucky for you the cheapest mainland house she found that she liked was $5mil. Better not plan on retiring soon. That's a LOT of tiki boat runs!

that would require year round around the clock tiki boat runs... would have to convert them to air boats!

[Susie Cougar]

I have wondered if you ever considered moving to the mainland or had a plan to do so? It seems so hard for you to leave every year.

[Descant]

Island life is different. You'd be amazed at how many islanders have "permanent" home within 15 minutes drive of their mainland dock. Some can see their mainland home from their island residence.

[steve-on-mark]

I have wondered if you ever considered moving to the mainland or had a plan to do so? It seems so hard for you to leave every year.It's always very hard to leave...we love it there, love the privacy... I'd like to retire at some point, and buying mainland would prevent me from doing that ...ever! [emoji6]

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[steve-on-mark]

Wow! I didn't know you had FIVE cats! I did see your picture yesterday though but I thought you were celebrating a special "cat" day. [emoji23]And if you're thinking I had anything to do with accumulating 5 cats, you'd be hugely mistaken!

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[tis]

And if you're thinking I had anything to do with accumulating 5 cats, you'd be hugely mistaken!

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Sure, softie.......

[steve-on-mark]

Sure, softie.......

Hey, I might be soft, but that doesn't make me a cat hoarder! ;-)

[tis]

Hey, I might be soft, but that doesn't make me a cat hoarder! ;-)

:laugh::laugh::laugh: But it helps because you can't say no!

[steve-on-mark]

[emoji23][emoji23][emoji23] But it helps because you can't say no!It's called " picking your battles"....[emoji6]

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[steve-on-mark]

Wishing everyone a peaceful and happy Thanksgiving...this morning I am thankful for mini splits![emoji16]

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[steve-on-mark]

The C-Nile did laugh at the skim ice in Mt.View, cutting a path to bring the pontoon in for the year... down to one boat!

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[steve-on-mark]

The thinning of the herd has begun...

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[tis]

3 headed to winter quarters??

[steve-on-mark]

3 headed to winter quarters??

yep.... these are the 3 that are hardest to corral as they're not thrilled with crates and carriers. I've had years where on the final day at the lake, one will go into hiding and I have to leave them for a day or to til I can get back out there. That won't be the case this year.

[tis]

Glad you got them all corralled! We had a place on an island years ago and when we left one of the cats was no where to be found. I went back the next day and he was very glad to see me! I was very worried though.

[steve-on-mark]

Glad you got them all corralled! We had a place on an island years ago and when we left one of the cats was no where to be found. I went back the next day and he was very glad to see me! I was very worried though.

Same thing last year....cat took off like a rocket ( in the house ) and I searched for an hour...must have found a good spot cause I couldn't find him. I went back the next night and he was sitting on the back of the couch, cold and hungry...much more subdued and easily crated! ;-)

[ishoot308]

yep.... these are the 3 that are hardest to corral as they're not thrilled with crates and carriers. I've had years where on the final day at the lake, one will go into hiding and I have to leave them for a day or to til I can get back out there. That won't be the case this year.

I kind of do the same thing to my wife when she tells me its time to leave the island!! :D:D

Dan

[steve-on-mark]

I kind of do the same thing to my wife when she tells me its time to leave the island!! :D:D

Dan

Ha....I'll bet you do!!

[tis]

I kind of do the same thing to my wife when she tells me its time to leave the island!! :D:D

Dan

:laugh::laugh:You go into hiding? Does she find you or come back for you the next day when you are cold and hungry?

[ishoot308]

:laugh::laugh:You go into hiding? Does she find you or come back for you the next day when you are cold and hungry?

I threaten to stay on the island with our dog (really her dog) and that's when it gets ugly! :laugh: She says there is no way she's leaving without the dog!! :eek::eek:

Dan

[Descant]

I threaten to stay on the island with our dog (really her dog) and that's when it gets ugly! :laugh: She says there is no way she's leaving without the dog!! :eek::eek:

Dan

Understood. I had a medical problem once, made it through the night and headed to the boat and hospital. When we got to the mainland--where's the dog? We went back for her, then returned to go to the ER. As long as blood isn't spurting...play on.

[tis]

I threaten to stay on the island with our dog (really her dog) and that's when it gets ugly! :laugh: She says there is no way she's leaving without the dog!! :eek::eek:

Dan


But she'll leave without you, right? :laugh::laugh:

[ishoot308]

But she'll leave without you, right? :laugh::laugh:

In a heartbeat!! :eek:

Dan

[tis]

In a heartbeat!! :eek:

Dan

But maybe she'll come back and get you eventually......

[ishoot308]

But maybe she'll come back and get you eventually......

I’m still out here waiting Tis!! :D

[Descant]

Perhaps that's why so many islanders have more than one boat?

[steve-on-mark]

Understood. I had a medical problem once, made it through the night and headed to the boat and hospital. When we got to the mainland--where's the dog? We went back for her, then returned to go to the ER. As long as blood isn't spurting...play on.True story along the same lines...we had a birthday party out here for my wife 3 years ago. It was a great time and went deep into the next morning. We had some overnight guests that had to get to their vehicles, so still in a dazed fog, they got in the pontoon and we headed to Glendale where some were parked. Charlotte the dog came along for ride. When we got there, I dumped the mountain of trash we generated, wished safe travels to my cousin's headed back to NJ, then got back on the boat to take the rest to Mt.View where their vehicles were. As we approached the channel to the marina, I had a revelation...." Where's the dog????". I sped back to Glendale and sitting on the dock was Charlotte, with her best " what the hell did you just do to me " face. She hopped on board and we completed our mission, and I avoided decapitation by the wife , cause that would have been the outcome!

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[tis]

I’m still out here waiting Tis!! :D

Well, you don't look TOO miserable. :laugh:

[steve-on-mark]

Well, you don't look TOO miserable. [emoji23]As long as the sand fleas are kept under control!

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[tis]

As long as the sand fleas are kept under control!

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Or a roque wave comes along. That's a mighty small island he's on.

[steve-on-mark]

Last commute of the season...all living things are now off the island...blah!

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[tis]

All good things but come to an end-at least for a while.

[steve-on-mark]

All good things but come to an end-at least for a while.

at least my commute will be much shorter... Rt. 125 is pretty scenic, right??

[tis]

at least my commute will be much shorter... Rt. 125 is pretty scenic, right??

There is that. Look at the bright side. Scenic? I guess it depends where.

[codeman671]

There is that. Look at the bright side. Scenic? I guess it depends where.

Cedar Waters is closed this time of year, so he won't have that to look at. :laugh:

[steve-on-mark]

Cedar Waters is closed this time of year, so he won't have that to look at. [emoji23]Don't laugh, but I actually had to go in there once to pick up a customer car...remind me to tell you the story over some Kenny Drinks sometime.

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[LoveLakeLife]

Okay please expound on Cedar Waters for those of us in the dark!


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[ishoot308]

Okay please expound on Cedar Waters for those of us in the dark!


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Here ya go!

[steve-on-mark]

Here ya go!Dan, I'm shocked that you have nudist camp pics on your phone....I have pictures of everything, but none of that![emoji38]

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[codeman671]

Don't laugh, but I actually had to go in there once to pick up a customer car...remind me to tell you the story over some Kenny Drinks sometime.

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Can't wait to hear that one!

By the way, its Michelle's birthday today.

[ishoot308]

Dan, I'm shocked that you have nudist camp pics on your phone....I have pictures of everything, but none of that![emoji38]

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Trust me when I tell you that there is NOTHING there you would want to take pictures of...

Dan

[steve-on-mark]

Trust me when I tell you that there is NOTHING there you would want to take pictures of...

Dan

like I said...I've been and am well aware! :look:

[winniwannabe]

What a blast from the past! I remember going by there as a kid on our way to Alton Bay. I can't believe it's still there.:laugh:

[dickiej]

The people who go to nudist camps are exactly the people you DONT want to see nude…

[steve-on-mark]

The people who go to nudist camps are exactly the people you DONT want to see nude…

Like Sally, the topless protester on Weirs Beach a few years back! ;-)

[LoveLakeLife]

I remember Sally. She made the tide go out at Weirs Beach.


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[LoveLakeLife]

Here ya go!

That’s what I get for asking. Sorry everyone.


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[steve-on-mark]

I remember Sally. She made the tide go out at Weirs Beach.


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[steve-on-mark]

That’s what I get for asking. Sorry everyone.


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[webmaster]

Like Sally, the topless protester on Weirs Beach a few years back! ;-)

https://www.winnipesaukee.com/forums/showthread.php?t=24175

[pondguy]

:offtopic: back to the C-Nile......please.

[steve-on-mark]

:offtopic: back to the C-Nile......please.Trains derail sometimes...[emoji57]

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[pondguy]

That was scary!

[steve-on-mark]

That was scary!Life IS scary at times...I had visions of having to convert the C-Nile into a whale watching vessel, but in hindsight maybe giving tours of the alternative Sally's Gut would have been a lucrative career move for me.

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[tis]

Oh my!!:laugh::laugh:

[steve-on-mark]

Glad I got a nice calm day to start shutting down! [emoji6]

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[steve-on-mark]

I guess the Gilford Fire/ Rescue boat didn't get the memo that I'm still on the lake... she's gone!

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[tis]

I guess the Gilford Fire/ Rescue boat didn't get the memo that I'm still on the lake... she's gone!

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How dare they! Don't they know a novice such as you might need them?

[LikeLakes]

We had lunch at The Breeze yesterday, I missed seeing C-Nile at the dock, figured it was out already.

[steve-on-mark]

We had lunch at The Breeze yesterday, I missed seeing C-Nile at the dock, figured it was out already.It was there at the middle dock...out on the water today though.

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[steve-on-mark]

I guess the Gilford Fire/ Rescue boat didn't get the memo that I'm still on the lake... she's gone!

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[tis]

I feel so.... abandoned![emoji6]

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Poor, poor Steve!!:laugh::laugh:

[steve-on-mark]

\\


Poor, poor Steve!![emoji23][emoji23]I'll get over it...always do![emoji16]

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[LikeLakes]

It was there at the middle dock...out on the water today though.

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Oops, view of the middle dock was partially blocked and it was drizzly so we didn't go down to walk the docks like we usually do.

[steve-on-mark]

Oops, view of the middle dock was partially blocked and it was drizzly so we didn't go down to walk the docks like we usually do.Docked close to the pavilion...no dock carts left to lug stuff!

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[steve-on-mark]

Last day out for me...and it's cold!!

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[LikeLakes]

I bet it is! Congrats on making it to 12/11, wish I was out there too.

[steve-on-mark]

I bet it is! Congrats on making it to 12/11, wish I was out there too.It's time![emoji6]

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[tis]

Do you have mittens on?

[ishoot308]

Geez Steve, you have made it this far why not go for Christmas!!

All kidding aside, congrats on making it this long! You da man!!

Happy Holidays to you and yours!!

Dan

[steve-on-mark]

Do you have mittens on?Like a moron, I forgot 'em in the truck!

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[steve-on-mark]

Geez Steve, you have made it this far why not go for Christmas!!

All kidding aside, congrats on making it this long! You da man!!

Happy Holidays to you and yours!!

DanThanks Dan...you as well!

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[mowtorman]

One day you'll hit a log or that Yamaha will fail or have some water in the gas and these Northern Pass jaunts won't be so much fun with no one on the water to get you.

Live free or die.

[steve-on-mark]

Looks like I pulled the boat just in the nick of time...love it when something actually works out! :-)

[BoatHouse]

Thank you for the tails of your adventures! Always love seeing the pictures of the lake in different conditions. Have a great winter. I am hoping for some good ice this year.

Looks like I pulled the boat just in the nick of time...love it when something actually works out! :-)

[LikeLakes]

Personally I was hoping you'd wait for 1/2" of ice on the harbor before yanking the boat. :) But seriously as you said your timing was near perfect, got it out just in time to not be dealing with this messy storm.

I really enjoy the pictures and comings and goings of C-Nile, thanks for keeping this thread active! Have a great winter.

[steve-on-mark]

Personally I was hoping you'd wait for 1/2" of ice on the harbor before yanking the boat. :) But seriously as you said your timing was near perfect, got it out just in time to not be dealing with this messy storm.

I really enjoy the pictures and comings and goings of C-Nile, thanks for keeping this thread active! Have a great winter.

You're very welcome....it's fun for me too! One year I waited a little too long and Glendale was snowed in...the truck I had couldn't pull the boat out ( wheels were spinning ) , but luckily, my buddy Codeman was there in the parking lot, and I attatched a tow strap to the front of my truck and the back of his, and the boat came right out. Having to witness his pics and social media posts about my failure and his truck's superiority , I decided there and then to never have to go through the humiliation ever again, so now I watch the forecasts like a hawk and pull the boat before snow!

[LikeLakes]

You know you have a true friend when they make sure to completely humiliate you while providing badly needed help.

[steve-on-mark]

You know you have a true friend when they make sure to completely humiliate you while providing badly needed help.A small price to pay I guess![emoji6]

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[codeman671]

You know you have a true friend when they make sure to completely humiliate you while providing badly needed help.

That’s what I am here for!

[TiltonBB]

You know you have a true friend when they make sure to completely humiliate you while providing badly needed help.

I have one of those friends. But in my defense, the the boat was on it's fourth fuel sender and the gauge still didn't read right. He made sure to spread this picture around!

[steve-on-mark]

Don't get me wrong, I take pictures of other's misfortune as well ( in this case me having to tow my neighbor's broken down boat in for repair ), but you don't see me posting that humiliation on social media! Oh, wait...I just did... nevermind...

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[Descant]

In #627 above, is this really candid, or posed? Where is the photographer standing?
Easy when the boat is at rest. I remember refueling in the water ski marathons, WOT, skier, driver and fuerer/observer. We knew ahead of time that we didn't have enough fuel to do the entire 60 mile route at WOT without extra fuel so it was a planned mid-air refuel, twice. For those involved in the races, this was 60 miles x 2. two days commemorating Cap'n Jack Goodhue's 60th birthday and 120 years in operation for Goodhue Boat Yard. Very rough both days, many DNF's.

[TiltonBB]

In #627 above, is this really candid, or posed? Where is the photographer standing?
Easy when the boat is at rest. I remember refueling in the water ski marathons, WOT, skier, driver and fuerer/observer. We knew ahead of time that we didn't have enough fuel to do the entire 60 mile route at WOT without extra fuel so it was a planned mid-air refuel, twice. For those involved in the races, this was 60 miles x 2. two days commemorating Cap'n Jack Goodhue's 60th birthday and 120 years in operation for Goodhue Boat Yard. Very rough both days, many DNF's.

No, not staged. But I wish it was.

The photographer was on his boat, taking pictures after he brought his lawnmower gas can to me. He lives on Scenic Drive in Gilford facing the Broads. The gauge still showed just under 1/4 full and I was headed to Mountain View to get gas.

Among other things wrong with that boat, I let out about 75 feet of anchor chain when the boat stopped and had to pull it back in by hand because the anchor windlass wasn't working. Line would have been much easier and lighter than all chain!

The boat, a Regal 2700 ES, was the worst boat I have ever operated. It looked great but the handling and mechanical end of things was terrible. It was impossible to keep it level, no matter what you did with the trim tabs and drive. It just rolled from side to side.

It had numerous electronic dashboard failures and it was delivered with a bad U joint in the drive that cause a vibration. Even a factory technician from Regal couldn't find the issue causing the vibration. It was not purchased locally but a Silver Sands mechanic found the problem and it was repaired under warranty.

Thankfully, that boat was sold a few years back.

[steve-on-mark]

I also remember an " out of fuel " distress call I received one night...seems this big Monterey was taking an evening cruise and ran out of gas. I brought out a 5 gallon can, but the boat was so empty it wasn't enough to get the engines running. I had to tow them back to their dock next door. Had I known that the snowy Glendale photoshoot would take place, I would have stopped mid-tow and taken plenty of pics of THAT operation! [emoji16]

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[codeman671]

I also remember an " out of fuel " distress call I received one night...seems this big Monterey was taking an evening cruise and ran out of gas. I brought out a 5 gallon can, but the boat was so empty it wasn't enough to get the engines running. I had to tow them back to their dock next door. Had I known that the snowy Glendale photoshoot would take place, I would have stopped mid-tow and taken plenty of pics of THAT operation! [emoji16]

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Let’s not talk about that one…

I actually woke up this morning thinking of that!

[steve-on-mark]

Let’s not talk about that one…



I actually woke up this morning thinking of that!Always good to keep things in your back pocket... never know when you're gonna need 'em![emoji6]

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[steve-on-mark]

Only view I have this morning is of the replacement generator I had to buy ...no power in Epping! Merry Christmas everyone.... hoping for a fast moving winter!!

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[steve-on-mark]

Ok...on mornings like this, I guess the Rt. 125 commute is kinda pretty, Cedar Waters sign and all!

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[Descant]

Yes, very picturesque. But, it makes me recall times when we weren't so environmentally sensitive and we only salted the strip down the middle of the road and the snow was gone in two days. Now, we care about the environment, we salt everything and the road never gets snow covered. I guess nobody owns chains anymore.

[LikeLakes]

Yes, very picturesque. But, it makes me recall times when we weren't so environmentally sensitive and we only salted the strip down the middle of the road and the snow was gone in two days. Now, we care about the environment, we salt everything and the road never gets snow covered. I guess nobody owns chains anymore.

I was driving up from MA last night, once I was above Nashua it was changing to freezing rain then snow. Was pretty bad Manchester and above, a few cars off the road.

Chains? Studded tires? Not many of either in this region any more.

[LikeLakes]

And yes, just beautiful this morning with every branch covered.

[codeman671]

I was driving up from MA last night, once I was above Nashua it was changing to freezing rain then snow. Was pretty bad Manchester and above, a few cars off the road.

Chains? Studded tires? Not many of either in this region any more.

This is the first season I have bought studded snow tires. Now that I have them I notice a lot of cars with them. Way more than I expected.

[steve-on-mark]

Was kind of a slow late afternoon at work, and I somehow ended up on the Breeze website... I started looking through the pictures they had posted.... funny how many of them included the C-Nile or our vehicles... like Where's Waldo... come for the view, stay for the food! ;-)

[LikeLakes]

We lunched at The Breeze today, walked down to the docks after. Was beautiful out, sunny and warm. Looking out I couldn't lose the feeling that something was missing at the dock ... something there most of the year .... can't quite think of what it might be .... :)

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[ishoot308]

I was there today to right about that same time walking my dog…

Dan

[LikeLakes]

Might have seen you, I was having a snowball fight with my friend.

[steve-on-mark]

We lunched at The Breeze today, walked down to the docks after. Was beautiful out, sunny and warm. Looking out I couldn't lose the feeling that something was missing at the dock ... something there most of the year .... can't quite think of what it might be .... :)

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https://i.ibb.co/w0B2YGX/230303-Breeze-Docks-2.jpgYou're right....sure seems empty without the fireboat there! [emoji16]. Hopefully, you won't see as much of the C-Nile there this year. I really want to cut my commuting work days to 3, and just drive tiki boats on my non commuting days. Then again, I'll have to leave it at Glendale when I drive to Laconia, so maybe it'll be there everyday after all. Island logistics can be a bitch sometimes!

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[steve-on-mark]

Ok... let's get this show on the road already!!

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[LoveLakeLife]

Ok... let's get this show on the road already!!

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Got mine in the mail today too!


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[steve-on-mark]

Got mine in the mail today too!


Sent from my iPhone using Winnipesaukee Forum mobile app (http://r.tapatalk.com/byo?rid=92687)Only thing I'm waiting for now is mooring ball decals...far cry from the days I used to put the Gilford Town Hall ladies through hell trying to get everything done at the last possible minute! [emoji16]

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[ishoot308]

Only thing I'm waiting for now is mooring ball decals...far cry from the days I used to put the Gilford Town Hall ladies through hell trying to get everything done at the last possible minute! [emoji16]

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Can't say enough good about those gal's at the Gilford Town Hall! They are always willing to help out anyway possible! They are THE BEST!

Dan

[steve-on-mark]

Can't say enough good about those gal's at the Gilford Town Hall! They are always willing to help out anyway possible! They are THE BEST!

DanI couldn't agree more!!

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[steve-on-mark]

Not much of a view from the C-Nile this morning...be patient...

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[Descant]

Every once in awhile I get the following message on this thread. No place else on the overall site. When I leave and return, everything works fine.
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You don't have permission to access this resource.

Additionally, a 403 Forbidden error was encountered while trying to use an ErrorDocument to handle the request.

[LikeLakes]

I don't get errors, just the "Notice: This is an old thread." banner at the top.

Steve, you're one of those guys that goes in the cabin, closes the door, and hangs out in the boat in the driveway, aren't you. :)

[steve-on-mark]

I don't get errors, just the "Notice: This is an old thread." banner at the top.



Steve, you're one of those guys that goes in the cabin, closes the door, and hangs out in the boat in the driveway, aren't you. :)If it stayed in my driveway, I probably would! My island neighbors also have a Gilford mainland home and graciously allow me to store it there for the winter ( in exchange for putting up with their nonsense all summer?? [emoji16] ), and today was the first time back since December. Getting her ready for launching.

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[steve-on-mark]

Every once in awhile I get the following message on this thread. No place else on the overall site. When I leave and return, everything works fine.

Forbidden

You don't have permission to access this resource.



Additionally, a 403 Forbidden error was encountered while trying to use an ErrorDocument to handle the request.I get that same message at times on my work computer, but never on my phone.

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[codeman671]

I don't get errors, just the "Notice: This is an old thread." banner at the top.

Steve, you're one of those guys that goes in the cabin, closes the door, and hangs out in the boat in the driveway, aren't you. :)

Only until the boxed wine runs out

[steve-on-mark]

Only until the boxed wine runs outWhat....you don't think I have reserves??

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[TiltonBB]

Every once in awhile I get the following message on this thread. No place else on the overall site. When I leave and return, everything works fine.
Forbidden
You don't have permission to access this resource.

Additionally, a 403 Forbidden error was encountered while trying to use an ErrorDocument to handle the request.

I get that message sometimes too, but only on this thread. I have no idea why.

[steve-on-mark]

I get that message sometimes too, but only on this thread. I have no idea why.The thread is probably old and tired![emoji6]

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[tis]

I have never gotten that message and I have read all 658 messages. I do have the old thread message at the top of course.

[CampEye]

Steve, you're one of those guys that goes in the cabin, closes the door, and hangs out in the boat in the driveway, aren't you. :)

I'd wager that many of us on this site are one of "those guys"!

[steve-on-mark]

I'd wager that many of us on this site are one of "those guys"!If I'm at the lake, I'm guilty of that. It's kinda like putting your dog in a crate...over time, it becomes a safe, secure place for them. They learn to enjoy their " quiet time". [emoji16]

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[steve-on-mark]

Well, for today anyway, all is right in my world...

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[ishoot308]

Well, for today anyway, all is right in my world...

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Bout time!

[LoveLakeLife]

We’re all extremely envious Steve!


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[steve-on-mark]

Bout time!Jesus...even the fireboat was here before me...that NEVER happens!

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[steve-on-mark]

We’re all extremely envious Steve!


Sent from my iPhone using Winnipesaukee Forum mobile app (http://r.tapatalk.com/byo?rid=92687)Curb your envy for now...lotta work involved with opening camp? [emoji6]

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[codeman671]

Well, for today anyway, all is right in my world...

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Watch out for Mike! He should have the new toon in the water shortly. He'll probably be over. If I can straighten out everything that has gone wrong today and make my way to the boat I'll swing in.

[LikeLakes]

Curb your envy for now...lotta work involved with opening camp? [emoji6]


But you know, I've always found that kind of work to not feel like work, very enjoyable. I'd take lake house work over work-work any day!

[steve-on-mark]

Watch out for Mike! He should have the new toon in the water shortly. He'll probably be over. If I can straighten out everything that has gone wrong today and make my way to the boat I'll swing in.I know...we spoke earlier

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[steve-on-mark]

Jesus...even the fireboat was here before me...that NEVER happens!

Sent from my Pixel 6 using TapatalkThanks Buddy!!! Too late for sunset, but I'll turn the spots on at home![emoji16]

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[tis]

You got it. Guess he still loves ya'.

[steve-on-mark]

You got it. Guess he still loves ya'.Either that or they were out of Miralax![emoji1]. Was a nice surprise after a long, tortuous day at work...got home too late to enjoy ( work again today ), but will open and enjoy it tonight!!

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[4 for Boating]

For those out and about on the water already - keep a keen eye out as I have been pulling out stuff like this washing up to my dock...

[steve-on-mark]

First trip on the C-Nile for this little thing... she'd better get used to it!

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[steve-on-mark]

I'm leaving for South Carolina on Friday and didn't want to leave the boat at Glendale for 2 weeks, so when I came in this afternoon, I dropped it at Mt.View. Because it's early in the season and with only the vehicle I drove up in, I had to walk from the yacht club to Glendale in today's mess. I don't mind the exercise, but I don't think Holly is too happy looking like a wet seal.

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[tis]

Dog abuse. You should have left already and got rid of this lousy weather week.

[steve-on-mark]

Dog abuse. You should have left already and got rid of this lousy weather week.Nah, we walked for quite a while and it didn't seem to bother her. Charlotte the dog, on the other hand, wouldn't even go out to pee in the rain!

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[ishoot308]

I'm leaving for South Carolina on Friday and didn't want to leave the boat at Glendale for 2 weeks, so when I came in this afternoon, I dropped it at Mt.View. Because it's early in the season and with only the vehicle I drove up in, I had to walk from the yacht club to Glendale in today's mess. I don't mind the exercise, but I don't think Holly is too happy looking like a wet seal.

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You should have contacted me…I would have picked you up either by boat or car as I was on the mainland today….

Dan

[steve-on-mark]

You should have contacted me…I would have picked you up either by boat or car as I was on the mainland today….

DanWell NOW you tell me! [emoji16]. All good... exercise is good for me, and we didn't melt!!

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[tis]

Nah, we walked for quite a while and it didn't seem to bother her. Charlotte the dog, on the other hand, wouldn't even go out to pee in the rain!

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Exercise is always good for us right? Even in the pouring rain.

[steve-on-mark]

Exercise is always good for us right? Even in the pouring rain.Exactly! Hey, if Liver King can do it, so can I. Sure, our " supplements" are different....

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[Slickcraft]

I did notice that C Nile was at the “8 hour” dock for a while. It appeared to have a list to starboard, box wine overload being the suspect.:D

Alan

[steve-on-mark]

I did notice that C Nile was at the “8 hour” dock for a while. It appeared to have a list to starboard, box wine overload being the suspect.:D

AlanKeep in mind that both batteries, all the cabinetry, and stove/ heater are all on the starboard side, but you go ahead and believe whatever you want! [emoji6] ( there might be a little wine on that side too )

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[tis]

You guys kill me!:laugh::laugh:

[steve-on-mark]

I know from past years early and late season nobody seems to care if boats stay at Glendale overnight, but I wasn't sure when the ticketing started...better safe than sorry. I'll be spending enough money in Hilton Head, and wanted to avoid fines that double every night!

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[Descant]

Holly deserves an ice c ream. Is Sawyer's open yet?

[steve-on-mark]

holly deserves an ice c ream. Is sawyer's open yet?

didn't appear to be any activity there.

[steve-on-mark]

Glad I didn't run into THIS floater!!!

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[TiltonBB]

With the general flow of water from the main lake through the Weirs Channel to the dam in Lakeport, I wonder how much debris ends up at the dam. I would think, especially in the spring, it would be a substantial amount.

[steve-on-mark]

This is the water level here!

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[LikeLakes]

I guess you won't be wearing your fuzzy slippers onto the dock to get into the boat.

[steve-on-mark]

I guess you won't be wearing your fuzzy slippers onto the dock to get into the boat.Not for a little while anyway![emoji16]

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[steve-on-mark]

Well the Tiki Hut boats are back in the water and ready to go! I'm pursuing my shortened work weeks at the dealership and have a meeting scheduled with my boss tomorrow to discuss my plan. I don't know about anyone else, but at this stage in my life, I look at obituaries. When I read that people younger than myself are dying of "natural causes", it scares the crap out of me. The stress of working the service desk is sucking the life out of me, but driving the tiki boats is fun and like a breath of fresh air, so the more I can do that, the better off I'll be. Wish me luck!![emoji16]

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[tis]

Good luck!!

[MeredithMan]

Well the Tiki Hut boats are back in the water and ready to go! I'm pursuing my shortened work weeks at the dealership and have a meeting scheduled with my boss tomorrow to discuss my plan. I don't know about anyone else, but at this stage in my life, I look at obituaries. When I read that people younger than myself are dying of "natural causes", it scares the crap out of me. The stress of working the service desk is sucking the life out of me, but driving the tiki boats is fun and like a breath of fresh air, so the more I can do that, the better off I'll be. Wish me luck!![emoji16]

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My son, daughter, and their cousin have their annual Tiki Boat ride booked for July 22! And I totally relate to your outlook. I've pretty much had it with Corporate America and just want to work for "fun" at this point....

[Garcia]

Well the Tiki Hut boats are back in the water and ready to go! I'm pursuing my shortened work weeks at the dealership and have a meeting scheduled with my boss tomorrow to discuss my plan. I don't know about anyone else, but at this stage in my life, I look at obituaries. When I read that people younger than myself are dying of "natural causes", it scares the crap out of me. The stress of working the service desk is sucking the life out of me, but driving the tiki boats is fun and like a breath of fresh air, so the more I can do that, the better off I'll be. Wish me luck!![emoji16]

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Couldn't agree more! People ask me why I stay in my current school (I'm an administrator) rather than move on to bigger things - and more money. My job, and life are incredibly low stress and I enjoy going to work. Life is too short to suffer at work if you don't have to - I may make a few financial sacrifices, but the low stress and summers off (and at the lake) more than makes up for it.

Maybe my retirement career move is to drive Tiki boats - being out on the water with people who are there to have fun sounds awesome!

[steve-on-mark]

As I was loading the boat at Glendale early yesterday evening, I got a call from my island neighbor. He was frantic...he and his wife had been walking the trails on Mark doing some cleanup, and at the top of the hill noticed that a medium size bear was following them. He said they tried walking away, but the bear continued to follow. They made it to the southern point, but the bear kept coming...he started yelling at it, even fired up the chainsaw he was carrying to try to scare it away...nothing worked...the bear got closer and closer. With no place left to go and no room to escape, he called me to extract them from the point. We pulled into the channel and they came running out to one of the docks...his chainsaw still running and revving. We picked them up, and as we were heading through the channel spotted it. I don't know if it was just curious or aggressive, but it scared the crap out of them. Another C-Nile rescue mission in the books! [emoji6]

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[tis]

Wow, that's quite a story!

[Descant]

Good job Steve. Did the F & G remove the bear? Is there a second chapter here? 911 doesn't answer Mark Island? Guys like Steve make us all proud to be Islanders.

[steve-on-mark]

Good job Steve. Did the F & G remove the bear? Is there a second chapter here? 911 doesn't answer Mark Island? Guys like Steve make us all proud to be Islanders.Awwww shucks... Neighbor called them, but I don't think bear extraction is something they do out here.

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[pondguy]

Be sure to keep an eye on your new pup.

[MeredithMan]

As I was loading the boat at Glendale early yesterday evening, I got a call from my island neighbor. He was frantic...he and his wife had been walking the trails on Mark doing some cleanup, and at the top of the hill noticed that a medium size bear was following them. He said they tried walking away, but the bear continued to follow. They made it to the southern point, but the bear kept coming...he started yelling at it, even fired up the chainsaw he was carrying to try to scare it away...nothing worked...the bear got closer and closer. With no place left to go and no room to escape, he called me to extract them from the point. We pulled into the channel and they came running out to one of the docks...his chainsaw still running and revving. We picked them up, and as we were heading through the channel spotted it. I don't know if it was just curious or aggressive, but it scared the crap out of them. Another C-Nile rescue mission in the books! [emoji6]

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This was obviously the "Cocaine Bear"! :eek: (a current dark comedy...actually stupid...movie)

[LoveLakeLife]

This was obviously the "Cocaine Bear"! :eek: (a current dark comedy...actually stupid...movie)

Way to go Steve. Extraction possibly in the nick of time. Luckily the bear didn’t board the boat in hit pursuit.


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[steve-on-mark]

Way to go Steve. Extraction possibly in the nick of time. Luckily the bear didn’t board the boat in hit pursuit.


Sent from my iPhone using Winnipesaukee Forum mobile app (http://r.tapatalk.com/byo?rid=92687)At first it didn't seem like an emergency to me, but when I thought about it, his fear of bears is probably equal to my fear of Catholic school nuns. A quick extraction needed to happen!! [emoji16]

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[codeman671]

At first it didn't seem like an emergency to me, but when I thought about it, his fear of bears is probably equal to my fear of Catholic school nuns. A quick extraction needed to happen!! [emoji16]
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So I guess that means I can’t ask you to drop Connor at SMA tomorrow?

[steve-on-mark]

So I guess that means I can’t ask you to drop Connor at SMA tomorrow?Ummmm...I would, but I have to be at work very early...yeah, that's it!

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[steve-on-mark]

Be sure to keep an eye on your new pup.She hasn't been off leash.

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[tis]

Is that the first bear you have ever seen on the island?

[steve-on-mark]

Is that the first bear you have ever seen on the island?No, 2nd for me ( we had a little guy up in one of our trees last year), but many have spotted them, especially over the last couple of years. Chris from F&G came out yesterday and walked the island. He thinks either my neighbors got in between mom and her cubs, or it was just a curious teenager and didn't seem too concerned.

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[tis]

For some reason it always interested me to think that bear, deer, etc will swim out to an island. I wonder why they do? Do they smell something? Just decide to go for a swim?

[steve-on-mark]

for some reason it always interested me to think that bear, deer, etc will swim out to an island. I wonder why they do? Do they smell something? Just decide to go for a swim?
i think if they have enough food, the don't leave. I know the same deer have been there for years!

[tis]

i think if they have enough food, the don't leave. I know the same deer have been there for years!

That's probably true. But has the bear always been there?

[steve-on-mark]

That's probably true. But has the bear always been there?

I don't think so??? Very few sightings up til last year?

[Juiced06GTO]

Shouldn't he be over on Bear Island?!?

By the way there is a place that just got listed on Mark yesterday......I'm trying to convince my wife that we need to part with 600k to buy it, but the bear sighting isn't going to help my cause hahaha! Nevermind, that I don't readily have 600k to drop on another house....

[steve-on-mark]

Shouldn't he be over on Bear Island?!?

By the way there is a place that just got listed on Mark yesterday......I'm trying to convince my wife that we need to part with 600k to buy it, but the bear sighting isn't going to help my cause hahaha! Nevermind, that I don't readily have 600k to drop on another house....As I have my finger on the pulse of everything that goes on out here, I'm well aware. You can tell her that bear swim and maybe they won't be here for long. #54 is a nice place![emoji16]

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[Descant]

The pictures on Realtor.com show very well. The bathroom door is a nice chuckle.

[codeman671]

Stay away from Bear Island...Lots of bad luck going down over here! Mother nature hasn't been kind. Trees falling, fires, etc.

I don't think that Bear is stupid enough to come over.

[steve-on-mark]

Stay away from Bear Island...Lots of bad luck going down over here! Mother nature hasn't been kind. Trees falling, fires, etc.

I don't think that Bear is stupid enough to come over.Only if it's smarter than the average bear!

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[LoveLakeLife]

Hey Boo Boo ….


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[steve-on-mark]

Move in day today...let the cat herding commence!

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[tis]

Move in day today...let the cat herding commence!

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:laugh:Did you warn them?

[steve-on-mark]

[emoji23]Did you warn them?Shhhh...you have to use the element of surprise to catch and crate 'em!

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[steve-on-mark]

Passed the Camp Lawrence boat this morning...they are bringing people out to tour the camp. Soon it'll be loaded with campers!

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[LoveLakeLife]

I hope everyone at the camp including employees realize how lucky they are!


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[Descant]

Hard to believe the Bear is ~60 years old. Anybody else remember the two wooden lobster boats that preceded her, the Camp and the Bear? "Change Day" was quite a bustle in Glendale. Dot's Restaurant had waiting lines.

[upthesaukee]

Remember them???? I rode them going to Camp Lawrence for 5 years!!!!!

Dave

[steve-on-mark]

This might just be the view I have on my commute into work on the day I give my notice![emoji6]

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[steve-on-mark]

you'd think that someone who's been on the lake as long as I have would know better... This morning I had to commute to work, so I allowed myself plenty of time to take a leisurely ride in. I got to the Glendale docks about 6:45 ( plenty early ) and as I was getting off the boat, I heard a sound that no boater ever wants to hear...ker-plunk. My key ring fell out of my pocket and into the lake. Got my boat hook out and tried for 15 minutes to grab onto them ( in maybe 4 feet of water ) with no luck. Not wanting to be late for work, I stripped down to my boxer shorts, to the amusement of the folks launching their boats, jumped in the lake and grabbed them off the bottom. Moral of the story...if your wife gets you a float for your key ring, put it on! Dumbass....

[tis]

OH NO! But looks on the bright side, it wasn't in the middle of the lake but only in 4 ft. of water.

[ishoot308]

you'd think that someone who's been on the lake as long as I have would know better... This morning I had to commute to work, so I allowed myself plenty of time to take a leisurely ride in. I got to the Glendale docks about 6:45 ( plenty early ) and as I was getting off the boat, I heard a sound that no boater ever wants to hear...ker-plunk. My key ring fell out of my pocket and into the lake. Got my boat hook out and tried for 15 minutes to grab onto them ( in maybe 4 feet of water ) with no luck. Not wanting to be late for work, I stripped down to my boxer shorts, to the amusement of the folks launching their boats, jumped in the lake and grabbed them off the bottom. Moral of the story...if your wife gets you a float for your key ring, put it on! Dumbass....

How did I miss that!! That is classic YouTube material right there!! I’ll have to ask George and Paul for a copy of the security camera footage!! LOL!!:D:D:D

Dan

[steve-on-mark]

How did I miss that!! That is classic YouTube material right there!! I’ll have to ask George and Paul for a copy of the security camera footage!! LOL!!:D:D:D

Dan

20 years ago, I would been horrified and figured out another way....now, blah...who cares! :-)

[codeman671]

you'd think that someone who's been on the lake as long as I have would know better... This morning I had to commute to work, so I allowed myself plenty of time to take a leisurely ride in. I got to the Glendale docks about 6:45 ( plenty early ) and as I was getting off the boat, I heard a sound that no boater ever wants to hear...ker-plunk. My key ring fell out of my pocket and into the lake. Got my boat hook out and tried for 15 minutes to grab onto them ( in maybe 4 feet of water ) with no luck. Not wanting to be late for work, I stripped down to my boxer shorts, to the amusement of the folks launching their boats, jumped in the lake and grabbed them off the bottom. Moral of the story...if your wife gets you a float for your key ring, put it on! Dumbass....

Smooth move Captain Steve! 😂

[steve-on-mark]

Smooth move Captain Steve! 😂

some things they don't teach you in boating school and you just have to figure them out for yourself! ;-)

[The Real BigGuy]

Similar thing happened to my sister years ago but at the dock for the Corinthian Yacht Club in Wolfeboro. Way, way deeper that 4ft. She looked at me like I was going to dive for them. Uhhh, Nope! Luckily it was when Ford gave you an emergency plastic credit card thingie with a punch out key when you bought your car and she had it in her wallet. She made it home to CT and had to make a whole bunch of keys. Best part was I never got wet!


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[LoveLakeLife]

When I read jet-plunk I was thinking the outboard fell off.


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[LoveLakeLife]

I meant ker-plunk.


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[gillygirl]

So did you go commando the rest of the day? And how was the water?


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[steve-on-mark]

When I read jet-plunk I was thinking the outboard fell off.


Sent from my iPhone using Winnipesaukee Forum mobile app (http://r.tapatalk.com/byo?rid=92687)That would have been so much worse!

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[steve-on-mark]

So did you go commando the rest of the day? And how was the water?


Sent from my iPad using Winnipesaukee Forum mobile app (http://r.tapatalk.com/byo?rid=92687)Naturally! [emoji6]The water wasn't as bad as I thought it would be.

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[steve-on-mark]

I can assure you that this morning, those keys were held in a death grip! :-)

[Descant]

My house has a keypad. My car has a key pad. Boat keys never leave the boat. I don't carry keys--It's kind of like writing checks... a thing of the past.

[steve-on-mark]

My house has a keypad. My car has a key pad. Boat keys never leave the boat. I don't carry keys--It's kind of like writing checks... a thing of the past.
if all my vehicles or office didn't have keys I'd be all set!

[codeman671]

My house has a keypad. My car has a key pad. Boat keys never leave the boat. I don't carry keys--It's kind of like writing checks... a thing of the past.

What car doesn't use some sort of a key or fob? Most of ours are fobs, but they must be present to enter and run the vehicle.

[Descant]

What car doesn't use some sort of a key or fob? Most of ours are fobs, but they must be present to enter and run the vehicle.

Fords all have keypads. You can leave the fob in the car. Yes, somebody could smash the window. I think smashing the window is to steal visible contents. Of course, in some cars, smashing the window will activate the alarm, or deactivate the ignition or some such. It won't be long before your iPhone facial recognition, or fingerprint technology, will move to your car.

[steve-on-mark]

I KNEW there was something I forgot to put on...thanks for the warning!

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[ishoot308]

I KNEW there was something I forgot to put on...thanks for the warning!

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I saw them looking at your boat today!! Wasn't sure what for…now I know!

Dan

[steve-on-mark]

I saw them looking at your boat today!! Wasn't sure what for…now I know!

DanScofflaw that I am...I actually had those stickers in February... quality takes time!

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[steve-on-mark]

Curious...do PFDs come in this size?? [emoji16] My new little grand daughters arrived Wednesday evening!https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230623/e55ea5732c41c4ae7c2e113dfd94b7ad.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230623/35c664fb020c6c64a48574a150689613.jpg

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[gillygirl]

Congratulations! What a pair of cuties!


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[tis]

How lucky are you! Congratulations, you are in for so much fun with those two cuties!