Good Morning Everyone,
I guess we must have gotten busy, as I just noticed the last update was on the 9th, 2 weeks ago. Well, things have really turned around in the northwoods. First, the weather seems to have gone from winter to summer, in these past 2 weeks. Our colder days have given way to the low 90's, yesterday and today. Our nights, have been humid, and relatively balmy, by northwoods standards, with lows in the high 60's. Summer has arrived.
For those wondering about our chain of lakes, water levels are basically at operating high levels, give or take 2 inches. Water temps really rebounded over the past 2 weeks. Temps on the 9th, were 57-59 degrees, and soared to 74-77, as of yesterday. Water sports have begun!
It's hard to believe the 4th of July is only 10 days out. Our "Grand Parade" will begin at 1pm this year. Like the past few years, activities in town will be focused at the community center, from 9am, until 4pm. The one significant change this year, is the fireworks will be held at the airport, following the 7:30pm ski show, at Rest Lake Park.
Well things are already heating up today, and I need to run. I'll have another pre-4th update over the weekend.
One last thing. For this upcoming weekend, the DNR has announced, they will have a program called "Operation Dry-Water". This will be a state wide program with Wardens and water patrols to limit drinking and boating.
Have a great day,
Rich
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Manitowish Waters - 6/9/2009
Good Morning Everyone,
Let's see if I remember how to do this.
Just when you thought the next season, "summer", was upon us, the weather took a turn back to spring time. The positive note, in our cool down, is that we were able to benefit from some light rains over the past 7 days. Our "greener" world sure looks allot better.
Our chain of lakes also has benefited from the rains and inflows, and we now find ourselves pretty close to full operating water levels. For those interested, our water remains a bit too cool for any active enjoyment. Waters temps, also took a reversal, and have retreated to 57-58 degrees. Not exactly the right direction, for June.
Lets look on the positive side. We just have had 2 cold weeks, and it's probably time to expect the next change. Two weeks from now, and we will have forgotten the cold spring, and cold water, and start our plans for all the great weekends and weekdays that come with our summer.
Hope to see you all soon. Join us in the north woods, before the mad rush is on.
Have a great day.
Rich.
p.s. Bring the bug spray!
Let's see if I remember how to do this.
Just when you thought the next season, "summer", was upon us, the weather took a turn back to spring time. The positive note, in our cool down, is that we were able to benefit from some light rains over the past 7 days. Our "greener" world sure looks allot better.
Our chain of lakes also has benefited from the rains and inflows, and we now find ourselves pretty close to full operating water levels. For those interested, our water remains a bit too cool for any active enjoyment. Waters temps, also took a reversal, and have retreated to 57-58 degrees. Not exactly the right direction, for June.
Lets look on the positive side. We just have had 2 cold weeks, and it's probably time to expect the next change. Two weeks from now, and we will have forgotten the cold spring, and cold water, and start our plans for all the great weekends and weekdays that come with our summer.
Hope to see you all soon. Join us in the north woods, before the mad rush is on.
Have a great day.
Rich.
p.s. Bring the bug spray!
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Manitowish Waters - 6/2/2009
Good Morning Everyone,
Well if you wondering where all the "hot" news has been, it hasn't been here. It seems like the cooler weather has been affecting everything, right down to the level of activity in town. Local activity has quieted back down to the pre-Memorial Day levels, for the time being.
Our chain of lakes has continued to slowly build towards summer levels. We are now around 8 inches shy of high water. The measurement at dam indicates 7'10 inches+/-. While we have only gained 2 inches this past week, our inflows have been better. We have unfortunately had cold nights, and our chains water is needed by some for freeze/frost control. Hopefully with warmer temps we could see a nice pick-up in the overall lake levels.
Water temps on the chain are still very cool, holding near the 60 degree mark. With these kind of water temps, it seems fishing is the only water related activity. We will have to wait for some good sunshine and warmer days to get the water back to the point of human enjoyment.
Well, wish I had more.
Have a good week.
Rich
Well if you wondering where all the "hot" news has been, it hasn't been here. It seems like the cooler weather has been affecting everything, right down to the level of activity in town. Local activity has quieted back down to the pre-Memorial Day levels, for the time being.
Our chain of lakes has continued to slowly build towards summer levels. We are now around 8 inches shy of high water. The measurement at dam indicates 7'10 inches+/-. While we have only gained 2 inches this past week, our inflows have been better. We have unfortunately had cold nights, and our chains water is needed by some for freeze/frost control. Hopefully with warmer temps we could see a nice pick-up in the overall lake levels.
Water temps on the chain are still very cool, holding near the 60 degree mark. With these kind of water temps, it seems fishing is the only water related activity. We will have to wait for some good sunshine and warmer days to get the water back to the point of human enjoyment.
Well, wish I had more.
Have a good week.
Rich
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Manitowish Waters - 5/27/2009
Good Morning Everyone,
With Memorial Day now past, it's finally on to "summer". Yep, it's hard to believe, June is just around the corner, and it with it will be the full return to our busiest season. With last years slower fall, and long snowy, cold winter, it will be nice to see "life" return to our small town.
This past weekend saw good boating activity on our Chain. From Friday, into Monday, there was an active level of boating, although with water temps, around 61-62 degrees, actual "in water" fun was restrained somewhat. For those wondering about our Chains water levels, we are currently, at 7' 7" to 7'8", at the dam. We managed to only gain 4 inches this past week, as our inflows and rain have been lacking. We are however, way ahead of the Chain's levels of 2 years ago. With high water at 8'6", we still have plenty of time in June, to have great water(10 more inches) by the 4th of July.
Time to run. I will give you a weekend preview, early this Friday.
Have a great day.
Rich
With Memorial Day now past, it's finally on to "summer". Yep, it's hard to believe, June is just around the corner, and it with it will be the full return to our busiest season. With last years slower fall, and long snowy, cold winter, it will be nice to see "life" return to our small town.
This past weekend saw good boating activity on our Chain. From Friday, into Monday, there was an active level of boating, although with water temps, around 61-62 degrees, actual "in water" fun was restrained somewhat. For those wondering about our Chains water levels, we are currently, at 7' 7" to 7'8", at the dam. We managed to only gain 4 inches this past week, as our inflows and rain have been lacking. We are however, way ahead of the Chain's levels of 2 years ago. With high water at 8'6", we still have plenty of time in June, to have great water(10 more inches) by the 4th of July.
Time to run. I will give you a weekend preview, early this Friday.
Have a great day.
Rich
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Manitowish Waters - 5/19/2009
Good Morning Everyone.
I guess first on my list today is the water level in the Chain. As of yesterday, we are at 7'4", at the dam. With high water at 8'6", and "operating levels" around 8'4", we are only 12 inches shy of good water levels. I understand our daily improvement varies by the day, some day's an inch, and other 1/2 to no improvement, all depending on water inflows, and water usage from the chain. Never the less, we are getting real close to good levels, considering the continued dryness this year.
Our local activity continues to improve daily. More summer residents continue to return to the area, after the long winter. Boat launching and pier work seems to be the picking up pace. While spring yard work, is mostly done, outdoor spring planting remains on the back burner. We have had just too many frost/freeze warnings to get the plants and vegetables into outdoor environment.
For those planning on a Memorial day weekend up north, the weather should be great.(Well, as forecasted today) Weekend temps should be in the mid to high 60's, with sunny or partly sunny skies. Bring your sweaters, nights still cool down pretty good.
I hope everyone enjoys the upcoming weekend. Join us in the north woods.
Rich
I guess first on my list today is the water level in the Chain. As of yesterday, we are at 7'4", at the dam. With high water at 8'6", and "operating levels" around 8'4", we are only 12 inches shy of good water levels. I understand our daily improvement varies by the day, some day's an inch, and other 1/2 to no improvement, all depending on water inflows, and water usage from the chain. Never the less, we are getting real close to good levels, considering the continued dryness this year.
Our local activity continues to improve daily. More summer residents continue to return to the area, after the long winter. Boat launching and pier work seems to be the picking up pace. While spring yard work, is mostly done, outdoor spring planting remains on the back burner. We have had just too many frost/freeze warnings to get the plants and vegetables into outdoor environment.
For those planning on a Memorial day weekend up north, the weather should be great.(Well, as forecasted today) Weekend temps should be in the mid to high 60's, with sunny or partly sunny skies. Bring your sweaters, nights still cool down pretty good.
I hope everyone enjoys the upcoming weekend. Join us in the north woods.
Rich
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Manitowish Waters - 5/14/2009
Good Morning Everyone,
I thought I'd give you a brief update on our waters levels in the chain. As of this morning, our lake levels, at the dam, stand at 7' 2". Our high water mark is 8' 6", which brings us to 14 inches below high water. Not to bad of an improvement, since last Sunday.
As I mentioned last time, this weekend is the 5th Annual Birding Festival, at the North Lakeland Discovery Center. Also, with our water levels improving, it looks like more people are getting their boats back into the water. This could turn out to be a "cool", but busier weekend in the north.
Don't forget to start making your summer plans.
Have good day,
Rich
I thought I'd give you a brief update on our waters levels in the chain. As of this morning, our lake levels, at the dam, stand at 7' 2". Our high water mark is 8' 6", which brings us to 14 inches below high water. Not to bad of an improvement, since last Sunday.
As I mentioned last time, this weekend is the 5th Annual Birding Festival, at the North Lakeland Discovery Center. Also, with our water levels improving, it looks like more people are getting their boats back into the water. This could turn out to be a "cool", but busier weekend in the north.
Don't forget to start making your summer plans.
Have good day,
Rich
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Manitowish Waters - 5/12/2009
Good Morning Everyone,
So you ask, "what's new"? The answer is, not much. It's just a slow spring, building up to summer. Our local activity has been improving, as more of our summer residents make their way back north. But, in general, it just feels like a slower year, at least right now.
Speaking of slow, the water level in the chain is 19-20 inches below the high water mark. Our daily rise has slowed from and inch a day, to around 1/2 and inch. More rain is badly needed, not just for bringing the chain back up, but also, for easing the dry conditions which exist in the woods, and yards.
This upcoming weekend features the 5th Annual Birding Festival at the North Lakeland Discovery Center. Over the years, the festival has been able to build a good following of local interest, as well as those who travel from other parts of the state.
On the weather front, daytime temps are slowing moving back into the mid to high 60's, however, our nights have continued to hit the near freezing mark, causing some frosty roofs in the early mornings. Hopefully we should see some much needed rain, in the next 2 days.
Time to run, spring cleaning is underway.
Have a great day.
Rich
So you ask, "what's new"? The answer is, not much. It's just a slow spring, building up to summer. Our local activity has been improving, as more of our summer residents make their way back north. But, in general, it just feels like a slower year, at least right now.
Speaking of slow, the water level in the chain is 19-20 inches below the high water mark. Our daily rise has slowed from and inch a day, to around 1/2 and inch. More rain is badly needed, not just for bringing the chain back up, but also, for easing the dry conditions which exist in the woods, and yards.
This upcoming weekend features the 5th Annual Birding Festival at the North Lakeland Discovery Center. Over the years, the festival has been able to build a good following of local interest, as well as those who travel from other parts of the state.
On the weather front, daytime temps are slowing moving back into the mid to high 60's, however, our nights have continued to hit the near freezing mark, causing some frosty roofs in the early mornings. Hopefully we should see some much needed rain, in the next 2 days.
Time to run, spring cleaning is underway.
Have a great day.
Rich
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Manitowish Waters - 5/5/2009
Good Morning Everyone,
Activity in Manitowish Waters continues to slowly improve, over our very slow April. As each day passes, more and more of our summer residents seem to be returning. Although it looks to be improvement, from our quiet spring, you surely don't have to worry about waiting in any lines.
Our lake levels in the Chain still appear to be gaining around an inch a day, and now are around 24+ inches shy of high water. Like the past 3-4 weeks, we still need rain. Hopefully, our forecast of showers for the next 3 days, will give us the needed run off to continue to boost the lake levels. I am actually a bit surprised to see our water level gains, despite the lack of rain. So lets keep those fingers crossed for a nice wet mid week.
Beyond Thursday, our forecasts are again clearing out for what should be a nice weekend.
Don't forget to start making those summer plans.
Have a good day,
Rich
Activity in Manitowish Waters continues to slowly improve, over our very slow April. As each day passes, more and more of our summer residents seem to be returning. Although it looks to be improvement, from our quiet spring, you surely don't have to worry about waiting in any lines.
Our lake levels in the Chain still appear to be gaining around an inch a day, and now are around 24+ inches shy of high water. Like the past 3-4 weeks, we still need rain. Hopefully, our forecast of showers for the next 3 days, will give us the needed run off to continue to boost the lake levels. I am actually a bit surprised to see our water level gains, despite the lack of rain. So lets keep those fingers crossed for a nice wet mid week.
Beyond Thursday, our forecasts are again clearing out for what should be a nice weekend.
Don't forget to start making those summer plans.
Have a good day,
Rich
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Manitowish Waters - 4/30/2009
Good Morning Everyone,
Here we are on the eve of the beginning of May, and the opening of the fishing season this weekend. Our local level of activity has been slowly building over the past week, and there are finally signs of "returning life" to the north woods. While the recent activity is really welcomed, it is by no means to the levels of past years. I am afraid our "economic stimulus" still needs much more stimulating.
On the Dam front. We have been starting to rebuild chains levels since last weekend. It looks like we have been adding an inch a day, or so. We still need some good spring rains to give us the much needed runoff, to give us the next 2.5 feet needed for summer levels. The new boards, which were installed last week, will be giving us better management and measurement of the flows, so we don't have the same issues of 2 years ago.
Our weather for the upcoming fishing opener should be really good. Forecasts are calling for sunny, mid 50 to near 60 degree days, from Friday into next week. Our night's are still falling back to the mid to high 30's.
As I mentioned last time, it's a great time for yard work, and making those summer plans.
Have a great weekend.
Rich
Here we are on the eve of the beginning of May, and the opening of the fishing season this weekend. Our local level of activity has been slowly building over the past week, and there are finally signs of "returning life" to the north woods. While the recent activity is really welcomed, it is by no means to the levels of past years. I am afraid our "economic stimulus" still needs much more stimulating.
On the Dam front. We have been starting to rebuild chains levels since last weekend. It looks like we have been adding an inch a day, or so. We still need some good spring rains to give us the much needed runoff, to give us the next 2.5 feet needed for summer levels. The new boards, which were installed last week, will be giving us better management and measurement of the flows, so we don't have the same issues of 2 years ago.
Our weather for the upcoming fishing opener should be really good. Forecasts are calling for sunny, mid 50 to near 60 degree days, from Friday into next week. Our night's are still falling back to the mid to high 30's.
As I mentioned last time, it's a great time for yard work, and making those summer plans.
Have a great weekend.
Rich
Monday, April 27, 2009
Manitowish Waters - 4/27/2009
Good Morning Everyone,
The calender keeps moving forward, and May is just around the corner. This has been an extremely long, 2 month, spring period in the north woods. The ice on the Manitowish Chain finally disappeared on most lakes last Thursday, although Rest Lake seemed to linger into Friday. Last Thursday's and Friday's nice temps, into the low 70's, really gave us the final push needed to see the last of winter's memory's leave the area for another season. Most of the surrounding area lakes are also ice free, Papoose lost ice on Thursday.
On the Dam front, new boards are in the dam,( see last weeks comment.) With the ice off, we are in a position, to rebuild our chains water levels. Although we did have some rains this past weekend, our on going drought conditions will continue to affect the rate of re-build this year again. Aside from the technical details, there is just not enough rain and run-off for a rapid replenishment of the chains levels in the near term. Unless we see some good rains, over the next month, we could have a slow start to another year of summer boating activities. (Keep your fingers crossed.) Also, on the dam front, I understand the DNR will be at our dam this week, for a spring decision on flows. As soon as I hear more details, I will be back with an update.
Our weather for the next week continues to be pretty mild, with forecasted temps in the 50's for highs, and mid 30's for lows. We could see some rain this Thursday into Friday.
If you like yard activities, this is a perfect time for spring clean up.
It's time to start planning for summer and the wonderful "up-north" activities, so don't delay.
Have a great day,
Rich
The calender keeps moving forward, and May is just around the corner. This has been an extremely long, 2 month, spring period in the north woods. The ice on the Manitowish Chain finally disappeared on most lakes last Thursday, although Rest Lake seemed to linger into Friday. Last Thursday's and Friday's nice temps, into the low 70's, really gave us the final push needed to see the last of winter's memory's leave the area for another season. Most of the surrounding area lakes are also ice free, Papoose lost ice on Thursday.
On the Dam front, new boards are in the dam,( see last weeks comment.) With the ice off, we are in a position, to rebuild our chains water levels. Although we did have some rains this past weekend, our on going drought conditions will continue to affect the rate of re-build this year again. Aside from the technical details, there is just not enough rain and run-off for a rapid replenishment of the chains levels in the near term. Unless we see some good rains, over the next month, we could have a slow start to another year of summer boating activities. (Keep your fingers crossed.) Also, on the dam front, I understand the DNR will be at our dam this week, for a spring decision on flows. As soon as I hear more details, I will be back with an update.
Our weather for the next week continues to be pretty mild, with forecasted temps in the 50's for highs, and mid 30's for lows. We could see some rain this Thursday into Friday.
If you like yard activities, this is a perfect time for spring clean up.
It's time to start planning for summer and the wonderful "up-north" activities, so don't delay.
Have a great day,
Rich
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Manitowish Waters - 4/23/2009
Good Morning Everyone,
Let the spring clean-up begin.
It looks like we are finally moving out of brief skirmish with winter early this week, although we still managed to see 4-6 inches of snow. But that is now over, the sun and warmer days are melting what ever is left on the ground. I would imagine by this afternoon, the last of this weeks winter covering will be history.
Our chain of lakes still has ice. As I mentioned earlier this week, I would still think that it may be gone as we exit the upcoming weekend. On the Dam front, there is nothing to talk about, as far as adding boards, or increasing lake levels. That will have to wait until the final ice is gone. Xcel Energy has had a crew here this week providing the Dam with new and tighter fitting boards, so that water flow can be more closely monitored and measured.
Over the next few days our weather forecasts are calling for warmer temps, and chances of showers and thunder storms. This year, again, we find ourselves desperately needing some moisture, not only from our heightened fire danger, but for more spring run off for most all of the area lakes.
For those thinking about summer, our opening of fishing is now only 10 days out, May 2nd. Maybe it's really time to shift gears, spring clean up, summer family plans, and the rest.
Enjoy your weekend, hopefully Monday we can talk about ice out, and attempts to increase the chains water levels.
Have a great day,
Rich
Let the spring clean-up begin.
It looks like we are finally moving out of brief skirmish with winter early this week, although we still managed to see 4-6 inches of snow. But that is now over, the sun and warmer days are melting what ever is left on the ground. I would imagine by this afternoon, the last of this weeks winter covering will be history.
Our chain of lakes still has ice. As I mentioned earlier this week, I would still think that it may be gone as we exit the upcoming weekend. On the Dam front, there is nothing to talk about, as far as adding boards, or increasing lake levels. That will have to wait until the final ice is gone. Xcel Energy has had a crew here this week providing the Dam with new and tighter fitting boards, so that water flow can be more closely monitored and measured.
Over the next few days our weather forecasts are calling for warmer temps, and chances of showers and thunder storms. This year, again, we find ourselves desperately needing some moisture, not only from our heightened fire danger, but for more spring run off for most all of the area lakes.
For those thinking about summer, our opening of fishing is now only 10 days out, May 2nd. Maybe it's really time to shift gears, spring clean up, summer family plans, and the rest.
Enjoy your weekend, hopefully Monday we can talk about ice out, and attempts to increase the chains water levels.
Have a great day,
Rich
Monday, April 20, 2009
Manitowish Waters - 4/20/2009
Good Morning Everyone,
Well it looks like spring ended last night, and we are moving on to our next season, WINTER! Yep, believe it or not, the ground was white this morning, and the forecasts are calling for a "winter storm warning", with 6+ inches over the next 24 hours. So much for the wearing of shorts, and raking the yard. The good news is, we really need the moisture, and this weather event will be well over by Wednesday, and back into the 60's for Thursday. So adding this winter color to the scene for a day, really isn't that bad.
On the lake level front, our chain still has good ice on most all of the lakes, well except for Spider, as you can see from Greer's web cams. If not for this cool down for today and tomorrow, I would have thought we would ice free by this Friday, and we still may. The lakes really need this upcoming snow, to add to chain inflows which seemed to have really slowed to a halt, due to the lack of spring rains.
Check back in on Thursday. We should be back to spring!
Have a great day.
Rich
Well it looks like spring ended last night, and we are moving on to our next season, WINTER! Yep, believe it or not, the ground was white this morning, and the forecasts are calling for a "winter storm warning", with 6+ inches over the next 24 hours. So much for the wearing of shorts, and raking the yard. The good news is, we really need the moisture, and this weather event will be well over by Wednesday, and back into the 60's for Thursday. So adding this winter color to the scene for a day, really isn't that bad.
On the lake level front, our chain still has good ice on most all of the lakes, well except for Spider, as you can see from Greer's web cams. If not for this cool down for today and tomorrow, I would have thought we would ice free by this Friday, and we still may. The lakes really need this upcoming snow, to add to chain inflows which seemed to have really slowed to a halt, due to the lack of spring rains.
Check back in on Thursday. We should be back to spring!
Have a great day.
Rich
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Manitowish Waters - 4/15/2009
Good Morning Everyone.
It seems the northwoods is slowly starting to awaken from our winter off season. As the days pass it seems a few more people start trickling back from their warmer winter haunts. Now, I am not saying it's busy, it's not, but I think we are starting to re-establish a bit of a heart beat.
Our chain of lakes, for the most part is still pretty well covered with good ice. There are some sections, in front of Greer's Pier, where the current has opened up some visible water, but for the most part, the ice has not really darkened. Even this past weekend, there were even people out on Fawn Lake and Clear, enjoying the warmer sun. We should be having good day time temps for the next week, today 63 degrees; however the nights still cool to near freezing. If we could manage to get some rains, and maintain the nice daytime temps, we could see ice out next week. However, without the rains, and the near freezing nights, we may be looking at ice out in the last week of April, pushing the fishing opening.
For those wondering about your yards, the snow for the most part is now melted. Sure, there are still some piles around, but there are plenty of open areas to start the spring time raking. After another day or so, there should only be plowed snow piles left to remind us of the past winter season.
As far as our local election last week. There was a recount requested of the town supervisors vote. I understand that recount was Monday, and the vote was unchanged. Again, Mike Bartling and Henry Bauers remain our town supervisors.
Well, that's all for today. We will have 3 really nice days to work on that yard work.
Have a great weekend. Lake level updates will begin, as soon as there is movement.
Rich
It seems the northwoods is slowly starting to awaken from our winter off season. As the days pass it seems a few more people start trickling back from their warmer winter haunts. Now, I am not saying it's busy, it's not, but I think we are starting to re-establish a bit of a heart beat.
Our chain of lakes, for the most part is still pretty well covered with good ice. There are some sections, in front of Greer's Pier, where the current has opened up some visible water, but for the most part, the ice has not really darkened. Even this past weekend, there were even people out on Fawn Lake and Clear, enjoying the warmer sun. We should be having good day time temps for the next week, today 63 degrees; however the nights still cool to near freezing. If we could manage to get some rains, and maintain the nice daytime temps, we could see ice out next week. However, without the rains, and the near freezing nights, we may be looking at ice out in the last week of April, pushing the fishing opening.
For those wondering about your yards, the snow for the most part is now melted. Sure, there are still some piles around, but there are plenty of open areas to start the spring time raking. After another day or so, there should only be plowed snow piles left to remind us of the past winter season.
As far as our local election last week. There was a recount requested of the town supervisors vote. I understand that recount was Monday, and the vote was unchanged. Again, Mike Bartling and Henry Bauers remain our town supervisors.
Well, that's all for today. We will have 3 really nice days to work on that yard work.
Have a great weekend. Lake level updates will begin, as soon as there is movement.
Rich
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Manitowish Waters - 4/08/2009
Good Morning Everyone,
Well here are the Manitowish Waters election results from yesterday.
Town Board Chairperson
Carl Peter - 183 votes
John Hanson - 219 votes
Town Board Supervisor
Henry Bauers - 225 votes - Winner
Michael Bartling - 195 votes - Winner
Jean Eales - 193 votes
Vincent Hoehn - 173 votes
Write in's - 4 votes
Town Clerk/Treasurer
Susan Patterson - 360 votes.
Write in's - 0 votes. (updated 4/9)
Municipal Judge
Kenneth Eales - 265 votes.
Write in's - 56 votes. (updated 4/9)
North Lakeland School District Referendum
Manitowish Waters Vote. Yes - 184 votes. No - 223 votes.
Total School Township Vote. Yes - 839 votes. No - 732 votes.
(A great vote for the kids!!)
Our recent election was a pretty exciting, an almost "heated" event. A political committee surfaced during this election which was sponsored by Chuck DeCarlo, and most of the "Lions" organization. This group sponsored 2 candidates Jean Eales and Vince Hoehn, both of whom lost in their attempts to unseat Bartling and Bauers.
Our town chairman's race was extremely interesting. A relatively unknown political candidate 6 months ago, Carl Peter came 36 votes shy of unseating John Hanson.(Maybe a political shift at hand?)
The North Lakeland School Referendum also passed with the combined townships of MW, Boulder Junction, PI, Winchester and Land o' Lakes. The mill rate will continue to remain the lowest in the state at 1.81 mills. The Manitowish Waters vote for the school remained consistent with past votes in other referendums. It seems our retired "bedroom" community is happy they have been educated, and happy their children have been educated, and happy their grandchildren are being educated, as long as it's not here, and doesn't cost them anything currently!
It was a great vote for the "Kids"!
Have great week.
Rich
Well here are the Manitowish Waters election results from yesterday.
Town Board Chairperson
Carl Peter - 183 votes
John Hanson - 219 votes
Town Board Supervisor
Henry Bauers - 225 votes - Winner
Michael Bartling - 195 votes - Winner
Jean Eales - 193 votes
Vincent Hoehn - 173 votes
Write in's - 4 votes
Town Clerk/Treasurer
Susan Patterson - 360 votes.
Write in's - 0 votes. (updated 4/9)
Municipal Judge
Kenneth Eales - 265 votes.
Write in's - 56 votes. (updated 4/9)
North Lakeland School District Referendum
Manitowish Waters Vote. Yes - 184 votes. No - 223 votes.
Total School Township Vote. Yes - 839 votes. No - 732 votes.
(A great vote for the kids!!)
Our recent election was a pretty exciting, an almost "heated" event. A political committee surfaced during this election which was sponsored by Chuck DeCarlo, and most of the "Lions" organization. This group sponsored 2 candidates Jean Eales and Vince Hoehn, both of whom lost in their attempts to unseat Bartling and Bauers.
Our town chairman's race was extremely interesting. A relatively unknown political candidate 6 months ago, Carl Peter came 36 votes shy of unseating John Hanson.(Maybe a political shift at hand?)
The North Lakeland School Referendum also passed with the combined townships of MW, Boulder Junction, PI, Winchester and Land o' Lakes. The mill rate will continue to remain the lowest in the state at 1.81 mills. The Manitowish Waters vote for the school remained consistent with past votes in other referendums. It seems our retired "bedroom" community is happy they have been educated, and happy their children have been educated, and happy their grandchildren are being educated, as long as it's not here, and doesn't cost them anything currently!
It was a great vote for the "Kids"!
Have great week.
Rich
Monday, April 6, 2009
Manitowish Waters - 4/6/2009
Good Morning Everyone,
The activity in Manitowish Waters remains slow. We are in the typical "in between season" where winter is over and summer weather is pretty far out. Our local tourism has been on hold since the end of winter activities, and there doesn't seem to be any pick-up on the horizon, until we start seeing signs of warmer weather. The normal spring yard jobs are probably still 2 weeks out, as we wait for more yard snow to melt, and the ground to thaw.
As far as local news, our town elections are tomorrow, and I will provide a quick update on Wednesday of the results.
I have also had people asking about the lakes and water levels, but we still have too much visible ice, for any change in lake levels. My guess is we will need some good days in the low 50's, and some good nights above freezing, before we can even start talking about rising lake levels.
As far as our near term weather forecasts, we should start seeing the sunny mid 40's for this week, and into the weekend. Our nights, will continue to dip below freezing, holding us back from that rapid look of spring.
Check back Wednesday for an election update.
Have a good week,
Rich
The activity in Manitowish Waters remains slow. We are in the typical "in between season" where winter is over and summer weather is pretty far out. Our local tourism has been on hold since the end of winter activities, and there doesn't seem to be any pick-up on the horizon, until we start seeing signs of warmer weather. The normal spring yard jobs are probably still 2 weeks out, as we wait for more yard snow to melt, and the ground to thaw.
As far as local news, our town elections are tomorrow, and I will provide a quick update on Wednesday of the results.
I have also had people asking about the lakes and water levels, but we still have too much visible ice, for any change in lake levels. My guess is we will need some good days in the low 50's, and some good nights above freezing, before we can even start talking about rising lake levels.
As far as our near term weather forecasts, we should start seeing the sunny mid 40's for this week, and into the weekend. Our nights, will continue to dip below freezing, holding us back from that rapid look of spring.
Check back Wednesday for an election update.
Have a good week,
Rich
Monday, March 30, 2009
Manitowish Waters - 3/30/2009
Good Morning Everyone,
It seems time has slowed in the northwoods. Without the winter sports, there is not alot of new topics, well outside of the local elections, next week.
But here's a little roundup of the MW world, over the past ten days. First, our warmer spring weather has done it's usual head fake, and our weather has reverted from those nice spring days. Our daytime temps, do break freezing, but not by much, and our nights are well below freezing, last night 12 degrees. So, the rapid thaw we had, has come to a snails pace. There is still snow in the woods, the ground remains solidly frozen, and there is good ice on the lakes. For another taste of winter, we should see 1-5 inches tomorrow, and tomorrow night, how's that. I guess we still have to remember, it's still March, and April is 30 days long. Unfortunately, this season our snowmobile trails died early, without the normal mid to late March spring riding. And as of yesterday, Indianhead Mtn., closed for the season, and I can tell you first hand, it wasn't for the lack of snow.
I have always wondered where some phrases have come from, you know, like "hurry up and wait", or like, "watching the paint dry". And now I know, here. But, despite the 2 months we have a hand, this is still a great place to vacation and live. I just don't like the wait.
So, I bet your wondering about the upcoming local elections I mentioned. We have our current board members re-running, as well as a number of new candidates for all the board positions. I was always told, that "religion and politics" are 2 topics that can cause problems. I'll say no more here!
We that's it for today. Boy, could we use another movie this year!
Bet you can't wait 'till later this week for my new comments.
Rich
It seems time has slowed in the northwoods. Without the winter sports, there is not alot of new topics, well outside of the local elections, next week.
But here's a little roundup of the MW world, over the past ten days. First, our warmer spring weather has done it's usual head fake, and our weather has reverted from those nice spring days. Our daytime temps, do break freezing, but not by much, and our nights are well below freezing, last night 12 degrees. So, the rapid thaw we had, has come to a snails pace. There is still snow in the woods, the ground remains solidly frozen, and there is good ice on the lakes. For another taste of winter, we should see 1-5 inches tomorrow, and tomorrow night, how's that. I guess we still have to remember, it's still March, and April is 30 days long. Unfortunately, this season our snowmobile trails died early, without the normal mid to late March spring riding. And as of yesterday, Indianhead Mtn., closed for the season, and I can tell you first hand, it wasn't for the lack of snow.
I have always wondered where some phrases have come from, you know, like "hurry up and wait", or like, "watching the paint dry". And now I know, here. But, despite the 2 months we have a hand, this is still a great place to vacation and live. I just don't like the wait.
So, I bet your wondering about the upcoming local elections I mentioned. We have our current board members re-running, as well as a number of new candidates for all the board positions. I was always told, that "religion and politics" are 2 topics that can cause problems. I'll say no more here!
We that's it for today. Boy, could we use another movie this year!
Bet you can't wait 'till later this week for my new comments.
Rich
Friday, March 20, 2009
Manitowish Waters - 3/20/2009
Good Morning Everyone,
We have had some really beautiful spring days in the northwoods. Our weather for the most part has been great. This upcoming weekend should also prove to be another 2 days of mild weather and good sunshine.
For the downhill skiing folks, conditions remain EXCELLENT at Indianhead. All slopes are open, crowds during the week have been light, and snow conditions superb. Just add the great sunshine and you have some of the best springtime skiing around. While conditions are great, Indianhead will be closing after the 29th of March., and it's not due to the lack of snow.
On the snowmobile front, our Vilas County Alliance, on Wednesday evening, decided to close our area trails, effective 3/20/2009, today. For some reason, our Eagle River folks, think we all need to be united in not only the opening, but now the closings too. I hope, if some of our riders have time to comment, they let people know that our counties northern tier clubs, MW, Win/PI, and Land o Lakes, can and do have much different conditions than our southern groups, ie: Eagle River. Maybe this year, and this time it doesn't matter, but our northern conditions can vary so much more than theirs, why do we want or need their help. Our northern tier clubs should be more concerned on the happenings in Iron County, and the UP.
As I mentioned, skiing is great. Time is getting short. The clock is ticking.
So, join us for the last 10 days of March skiing, or even just relaxing in the north.
Have a great weekend,
Rich
We have had some really beautiful spring days in the northwoods. Our weather for the most part has been great. This upcoming weekend should also prove to be another 2 days of mild weather and good sunshine.
For the downhill skiing folks, conditions remain EXCELLENT at Indianhead. All slopes are open, crowds during the week have been light, and snow conditions superb. Just add the great sunshine and you have some of the best springtime skiing around. While conditions are great, Indianhead will be closing after the 29th of March., and it's not due to the lack of snow.
On the snowmobile front, our Vilas County Alliance, on Wednesday evening, decided to close our area trails, effective 3/20/2009, today. For some reason, our Eagle River folks, think we all need to be united in not only the opening, but now the closings too. I hope, if some of our riders have time to comment, they let people know that our counties northern tier clubs, MW, Win/PI, and Land o Lakes, can and do have much different conditions than our southern groups, ie: Eagle River. Maybe this year, and this time it doesn't matter, but our northern conditions can vary so much more than theirs, why do we want or need their help. Our northern tier clubs should be more concerned on the happenings in Iron County, and the UP.
As I mentioned, skiing is great. Time is getting short. The clock is ticking.
So, join us for the last 10 days of March skiing, or even just relaxing in the north.
Have a great weekend,
Rich
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Manitowish Waters - 3/17/2009
Good Morning Everyone,
Well, I changed the title of this report today, reflecting the overall change in the seasons. It has been a very obvious 5 days of spring-like weather with highs in the 50's, and plenty of sunshine.
If I have to rate our snowmobile trails, well they are basically unrideable, although listed as technically open until March 31. So baring a major snow event, we can basically call the season over.
As far as other winter sports, downhill skiing remains EXCELLENT, at Indianhead. The warmer weather has really made for great Midwest spring skiing.
For those who like to ice fish, this past weekend saw crowds of people flocking to ice for the warm weather, and nice sunshine. It was really a sight seeing the dozens of people on the local lakes, basking in 50 degrees, working on their winter tans.
As we move towards summer, I will be changing my focus to more "local" items for those who are out of the area.
By the way, a year ago, at this time the filming of "Public Enemies", was just beginning. For those interested, the "trailer" for the film is now out, with an early July release date for the movie.
Well, that's about it for today.
I hope you have a great week.
Join us in the northwoods. We still have good downhill skiing.
Rich
Well, I changed the title of this report today, reflecting the overall change in the seasons. It has been a very obvious 5 days of spring-like weather with highs in the 50's, and plenty of sunshine.
If I have to rate our snowmobile trails, well they are basically unrideable, although listed as technically open until March 31. So baring a major snow event, we can basically call the season over.
As far as other winter sports, downhill skiing remains EXCELLENT, at Indianhead. The warmer weather has really made for great Midwest spring skiing.
For those who like to ice fish, this past weekend saw crowds of people flocking to ice for the warm weather, and nice sunshine. It was really a sight seeing the dozens of people on the local lakes, basking in 50 degrees, working on their winter tans.
As we move towards summer, I will be changing my focus to more "local" items for those who are out of the area.
By the way, a year ago, at this time the filming of "Public Enemies", was just beginning. For those interested, the "trailer" for the film is now out, with an early July release date for the movie.
Well, that's about it for today.
I hope you have a great week.
Join us in the northwoods. We still have good downhill skiing.
Rich
Friday, March 13, 2009
Manitowish Waters Trail Reports - 03/13/2009
Good Morning Everyone.....
It's Friday the 13th, again.
Well the winter storm, which was forecasted this week, was a fizzle. We may have an inch of new snow to show, but it looks like there was more freezing rain and sleet, than forecast. Our trails are HARD, and ICY! There are a few sleds out, but the numbers have tailed off. Trails in the Manitowish Waters area still have some fair to good trails in the woods. With a warm-up into the 40's for Saturday and Sunday, our icy conditions should give way to some pretty good trail softness. With the warmth and sun over the weekend, I would expect to see a renewed deterioration in overall conditions. Unless, we get more snow, this could be one of the remaining times, this season, to put the sleds on the trails.
As far a downhill skiing, Indianhead continues to have all trails open and in excellent condition. The power tilling on the slopes has done a good job, eliminating the current icy conditions plaguing the rest of the snow sports. With the warming into the weekend, we should have a great weekend of spring skiing.
Looks like a good "spring-like" weekend ahead.
Winters clock is still ticking, but the "alarm" could be soon.
Have a great weekend.
Rich
It's Friday the 13th, again.
Well the winter storm, which was forecasted this week, was a fizzle. We may have an inch of new snow to show, but it looks like there was more freezing rain and sleet, than forecast. Our trails are HARD, and ICY! There are a few sleds out, but the numbers have tailed off. Trails in the Manitowish Waters area still have some fair to good trails in the woods. With a warm-up into the 40's for Saturday and Sunday, our icy conditions should give way to some pretty good trail softness. With the warmth and sun over the weekend, I would expect to see a renewed deterioration in overall conditions. Unless, we get more snow, this could be one of the remaining times, this season, to put the sleds on the trails.
As far a downhill skiing, Indianhead continues to have all trails open and in excellent condition. The power tilling on the slopes has done a good job, eliminating the current icy conditions plaguing the rest of the snow sports. With the warming into the weekend, we should have a great weekend of spring skiing.
Looks like a good "spring-like" weekend ahead.
Winters clock is still ticking, but the "alarm" could be soon.
Have a great weekend.
Rich
Monday, March 9, 2009
Manitowish Waters Trail Reports - 03/09/2009
Good Morning Everyone,
Well the effects of "springtime", can be felt and seen in the northwoods. Like most places in WI, we have had a pretty mild few days, and that is continuing today. All of the forecasts for a "mix" this last weekend fell apart. Mild temps, some clouds and sun were the "norm" for the entire weekend. The trails in the Manitowish Waters area felt all the effects you would expect. Areas near, and in town saw snirt, as well as sun exposed areas deteriorating even more. The trails in the woods, are still pretty good, by most reports. So, I guess you could call it springtime riding.
As far as weather conditions, there is a winter storm forecast for Tuesday into Wednesday. If, the forecasts pan out we could have a few really nice days, into the weekend, of riding, on the new snow.
For the skiing crowd, Indianhead still has excellent snow, and power tilled slopes.
Unfortunately, I will not be able to give you an update until late Thursday, or Friday.
Have a good week,
Winter's clock is ticking.
Rich
Well the effects of "springtime", can be felt and seen in the northwoods. Like most places in WI, we have had a pretty mild few days, and that is continuing today. All of the forecasts for a "mix" this last weekend fell apart. Mild temps, some clouds and sun were the "norm" for the entire weekend. The trails in the Manitowish Waters area felt all the effects you would expect. Areas near, and in town saw snirt, as well as sun exposed areas deteriorating even more. The trails in the woods, are still pretty good, by most reports. So, I guess you could call it springtime riding.
As far as weather conditions, there is a winter storm forecast for Tuesday into Wednesday. If, the forecasts pan out we could have a few really nice days, into the weekend, of riding, on the new snow.
For the skiing crowd, Indianhead still has excellent snow, and power tilled slopes.
Unfortunately, I will not be able to give you an update until late Thursday, or Friday.
Have a good week,
Winter's clock is ticking.
Rich
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