Rattlesnake Guy and I just got back from a crazy trip to the island. As we headed out of Alton Bay the lake was perfectly fine. At the top of the bay it became very windy with the waves becoming pretty big. We both put on our life vests and got ready for a wild ride. The closer to Rattlesnake, the scarier it got. As we rounded the end of the island the waves were huge, so I had R-Guy stop at a friends protected dock and I set out on foot to our place. When I arrived, the panels of the dock were just starting to lift up and settle back in again. By the time I donned my wet suit and vest (Thank goodness I did, I got soaked!) the panels were more than half way out. If we had been just a little bit later they would be gone and a danger to other boaters and property. I tied them down, so even if they come loose, they should not float away.
While out working I noticed many large branches and logs floating by, but there was nothing that could be done. Be careful of debris if you venture out on the water.
There are lots of docks under water on both Winnipesaukee and Winnisquam. Hopefully the water will recede soon.
We were shocked to see how high the water was under
Mosquito Bridge over Winnisquam!
Click here for my pictures taken today of the waves and high water.