Phew, it's been a while since I've posted here.
The truth of the matter is that while a quiet lake at 2 in the morning would be a fabulous thing, it can't be controlled. I'm guessing, Acres Per Second, this was only a one-time incident, otherwise it would have caused a commotion a while back. To have one incident out of the whole summer is a decent feat.
Lake Winnipesauke is not owned by anyone, and therefore is considered many things- a relaxing dip, a playground, a scenic dawn and sunset, and a wild ride for some boaters. Interests will conflict, and heated debates will occur. However, there is no right answer.
For example, I don't think people in New York are complaining about waking up at the crack of dawn because of the preparation of the Thanksgiving Day Parade. They all suck it up for one day a year, then go back to sleeping in late.
HOWEVER, if there was a parade every day, I could see where the conflict starts. To wake up every day with a giant Snoopy waving at you is quite a setback. However, the streets of New York City aren't owned or claimed to be owned by anybody, and there's not much anyone can do.
If noise is a recurring theme on the lake, (which honestly, it varies from year to year) then perhaps a hearty message at the launch ramp is all it takes to put things in perspective. "Town Officials of Meredith (Alton, etc.) Appreciate Your Courteosy and Respect for Lake Winnipesaukee and Its Residents" might be all it takes. It could be an effective start; a reminder for those who forget behind the throttle, and a pseudo Alma-Mater for permanent or temporary Residents.
Both sides of this debate are solid, with no pros outweighing each other. So instead of debating what "would" be nice or what's "right," both sides should discuss a
fair solution that would allow boaters to play hard during the day, and residents to sleep well during the night.
I'm back up this weekend for the last hurrah before the "season" ends.
