Forum: Restaurant Information & Reviews
06-28-2023, 09:34 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 23,802
New Operator for the Lodge?
I was in a bar today and heard that the Lodge property in West Alton had been sold to a new operator-- California family looking to re-establish roots here.
True, or just bar talk? Would love to...
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Forum: General Discussion
06-28-2023, 09:30 PM
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Replies: 59
Views: 13,737
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Forum: Automotive
06-21-2023, 10:11 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 9,014
Body Shop for Classic Car
I have classic sports car, 1990 Alfa Romeo, which I am bringing up the the Lake this summer- and ideally for the long term. Needs minor body work. Looking for a body shop that is a bit more careful...
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Forum: Home, Cottage or Land Maintenance
05-03-2023, 08:46 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 9,435
Paving
Very happy with Sunday Paving-- on time, good price, very happy with the work.
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Forum: Home, Cottage or Land Maintenance
12-05-2022, 08:33 PM
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Replies: 43
Views: 19,804
Generator Eperience
Very happy with the Generac we purchased from the Generator Connection in 2020-- fair pricing, very responsive, good communication from every aspect; sales, service, management (Brian). Has run every...
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Forum: Boating
11-23-2022, 03:37 PM
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Replies: 48
Views: 23,854
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Forum: Weather
11-20-2022, 09:41 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 13,134
Weather Station
I've also got an Ambient, both at the lake and in town. Like the a lot, easy to set up, not terribly expensive. Have not yet set up remote reporting to my phone, but there is software and an app to...
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Forum: Snowmobiling
11-09-2022, 10:21 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 10,921
Rail Trail
Not sure, it appears to be public land along the old West Alton railway right of way. Almost certainly not private. Clearly marled hiking and snowmobile ROW.
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Forum: Outdoor Recreation
11-08-2022, 09:41 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 7,078
Rail Trail - West Alton, Minge Cove
About 2 weeks ago, folks were on the rail trail near Minge Cove trimming trees, clearing roots, etc., making the trail easier to use and more accessible. Well done, and thanks. I have assumed that...
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Forum: Snowmobiling
11-08-2022, 09:39 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 10,921
Rail Trail - West Alton, Minge Cove
About 2 weeks ago, folks were on the rail trail near Minge Cove trimming trees, clearing roots, etc., making the trail easier to use and more accessible. Well done, and thanks. I have assumed that...
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Forum: General Discussion
10-22-2022, 10:44 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 3,085
Beautiful October Day
Great day! Cruise, drifted the glassy Broads, had lunch, and then to the marina for autumn pull-out. Lucky for a beautiful fall.
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Forum: General Discussion
10-18-2022, 08:37 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 5,587
Wind and the Leaves
Chickie: You are welcome, glad you enjoyed it. My father recited a lot pf poetry to us growing up, some good, some less so. near the end of his life, when he did not recall my name, he could still...
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Forum: General Discussion
10-17-2022, 09:23 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 5,587
Fall Poetry
The Wind and the Leaves, George Cooper: 1840-1927
"Come, little leaves," said the wind one day.
"Come o'er the meadows with me, and play'
Put on your dress of red and gold,—
Summer is gone, and...
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Forum: Home, Cottage or Land Maintenance
09-19-2022, 07:34 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 11,821
Treat New Dock?
Just replaced my dock -- its pretty big, 20 x 15 with a U -shaped boat slip and an access pier. Pressure treated pine , of course, but wondering if I should use a commercial sealant. There is alot...
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Forum: General Discussion
09-18-2022, 06:45 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 7,098
I am with you on this! Love the Lake all...
I am with you on this! Love the Lake all year-round, but the quiet and darkness after the crowds leave is wonderful. It is, at times, almost a shock when I get back to the city and recognize the...
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Forum: Restaurant Information & Reviews
09-16-2022, 09:15 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 4,774
William Tell
There are two threads about this topic, under Restaurants. One entitled William Tell the other The Lodge. No news of late, as far as I can see.
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Forum: General Discussion
09-14-2022, 06:12 PM
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Replies: 56
Views: 23,412
2 Mile Island Sale
Beautiful spot, unique property. An island is not my sort of thing, but this is a nice one. Looks like it was in a family for almost 30 years-- I suspect that there is some heartache that goes with...
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Forum: Restaurant Information & Reviews
09-13-2022, 10:30 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 5,347
William Tell / Lodge
I heard that the place had been sold to a Manchester brew pub operator who was bring his business to the Lodge site, but I have not been able to confirm that. Post up if anyone has news
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Forum: General Discussion
09-08-2022, 10:38 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 7,098
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Forum: General Discussion
09-08-2022, 10:30 PM
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Replies: 64
Views: 20,556
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Forum: General Discussion
09-08-2022, 10:23 PM
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Replies: 64
Views: 20,556
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Forum: Restaurant Information & Reviews
09-06-2022, 09:48 PM
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Replies: 61
Views: 38,740
My guess is not: the old owners got the money,...
My guess is not: the old owners got the money, the new owners did not. New owners are not likely to give you a free meal -- unless they stretch really far for good customer service, or unless it was...
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Forum: Restaurant Information & Reviews
09-06-2022, 09:44 PM
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Replies: 61
Views: 38,740
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Forum: General Discussion
09-05-2022, 07:51 PM
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Replies: 64
Views: 20,556
Indeed, I appreciate the different perspective...
Indeed, I appreciate the different perspective and have had that very experience on other bodies of water, sailing through Long Island Sound towards Manhattan at night is spectacular! Me, here at the...
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Forum: General Discussion
09-05-2022, 06:15 PM
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Replies: 64
Views: 20,556
Lights Out on the Lake!
Now that the summer season is over, please make sure to to turn out all of your lights-- dock lights, pier lights, walkway and stair lights. One of the beautiful things about the fall and winter is...
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