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You know, I find it interesting that some of the people advocating a SL seem to be OK with interpreting or ignoring significant data to suit their own purposes. Some, not all mind you but some, post as though many bad things have happened to them on Winni. when in fact they had never even been on the big lake. Now we have someone who based on the amount of time he spends in NH probably should be registered in NH year round yet seems to vote where ever his purpose is best suited. A simple call to your town clerk would inform that this is not acceptable behavior and probably against the law. Voter laws are in place to prevent fraud.

The call for a SL seems to be based on dislike of GFBL boats. But GFBL boats are already illegal on Winni. because of the BL (Be Loud) part. Yet they are still there, seems to me that would be an area of focus were I against these boats. When I look at the statistics, I see nothing that says to me that there are more accidents caused by boats going over 45 mph. Quite the contrary actually.

Looking objectively at the data I would say canoes and such are extremely dangerous when compared to boats that travel over 45mph and should be further regulated. I would have a strong case for a law, based on the data and the concerns of some on this forum, that prohibits canoes/kayaks to be more than say 300ft from any shore and require the best possible life jackets and helmets be worn at all times. I could just imagine the outrage were this type of bill to be submitted.

Based on history and statistics and the fact that when you bolt an engine to ANY type of vehicle, accidents will happen. Unfortunately, those who want a SL seem to be waiting for a tragedy to occur so they can exploit it and get their way. I'm sure when something happens, reporters and legislators will find or be directed to the comments on this forum. I just hope that whoever those people are, they get the whole story based on facts rather than emotional hype.