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Originally Posted by madrasahs

I was here for both, and don't recall a no-wake restriction for 1984. We probably wouldn't have been concerned anyway, as we didn't own (by choice) a boat that would produce much wake.

As I originally stated: six years ago that would be 1998 (also see posts from propeller and tyler); Not only was this an issue for boaters, of all types,

Originally Posted by madrasahs

1) What "good" is done by THE WATER RELEASED from Winnipesaukee?Hydro-electric? Drinking water for

Originally Posted by madrasahs

Massachusetts? Recreation?

Thank you for pointing out readership qualities: (In case you missed this link earlier)

"Gallagher said the drawdown releases nutrients into rivers from the lakes and reduces winter ice damage and spring flooding. Lakes usually return to their normal levels by spring." http://www4.fosters.com/September200...eg_co0909b.asp

The lake is your drinking water.

Originally Posted by madrasahs

2) Why do swim-spaghetti-sized WHITE FOAMY LUMPS mostly appear in September -- after the boating stops, and Winnipesaukee water starts to drain or evaporate?

And your point is ?????

Originally Posted by madrasahs

There was no yellow ring. The yellow pollen ring appears every year about June 12th, and gradually disappears over July and August.

June 12th came and went, and its still here, and if nothing else has become more evident. I would be interested in reading your pollen reports to see the different effects on the various coves, bays and other locations on the lake.

Originally Posted by madrasahs

I was looking for a scientific explanation. (My "working theory" is petroleum-based deposits. I know...DUH)

You can choose to be part of the problem or part of the solution, if you're part of the solution you would contact DES if you are genuinely concerned. If you're not concerned, you'll choose to do nothing.

Yesterday was the NH Primaries, I certainly hope you were there, first in line, to cast your vote for the parties which can do something about the issues you hold near and dear. It's one thing to complain about local government, it's another thing to have voted and complain about government. Anyone can complain, but to not have voted and continue to complain -- in my book that translates to "no leg to stand on".

To answer the original question of this thread: Many local and weekend boaters use the Mount Washington's last cruise as an indicator when they take their boat out for the season (this year it would be October 23rd). It's not a bad idea to keep an eye on the long term weather forecast to see if there are any unexpected temperature drops that could cause freezing for a day or more (water in the boat motor(s) could freeze and cause damage). But if you're talking about now or October 8th, you should be fine with October 8th, and like I mentioned, keep an eye on the weather and if you are using a marina, chat with them to see when they can take the boat out (based on their schedule).