What is your favorite lake memory?

glennsteely · 11-05-2004, 07:27 PM

This is a great thread....someone kick it off again will you ?

ddemers · 11-05-2004, 07:37 PM

Just sitting and watching the sunset with someone you truly love. What more could you want?

Just Sold · 11-05-2004, 10:10 PM

This year I got to have the time of my life with my wife beside me and making the trip to the lake and exploring every week from April to late October.

What could be better than to spend time at the place you love with the love of your life.

BroadHopper · 11-22-2004, 04:49 PM

Back in the late 60's, early 70's, I use to attend the waterski marathons put on by 'Winnipesakee Water Ski Racing Association'. They use to take off from the Weirs and loop around Rattlesnake Island and back. I believe they were 65 milers. Toward the end, there were some pretty fast drag boats! I think there were no noise restrictions then. They were loud!!!! There were a lot of boats and spectators.

The 'Winnisquam Ski and Boat Club' use to have marathons on Lake Winnisquam. Both clubs will invite each other to participate.

Lady Di · 12-03-2004, 03:43 PM

One of my favorite memories of the lake is when I was in high school in Ma. and would come to Wolfeboro for weekends with my boyfriend. It was obviously winter. He and I and a bunch of his friends would have coffee at the Bubble and then drive out onto the bay, speeding and sliding all around. The only time I got nervous was when we heard a sharp crack.......you know, like C*R*A*C*K and we figured we'd better get the heck off the ice before it was too late.

Another favorite is a picture in my mind of my ex sitting with his arms around our two kids, with their feet in the water, sitting eating ice cream cones at Dockside.
Back further, was one night watching a full moon over Carrie Beach, but I won't elaborate on that one.

Gilly 20 · 12-03-2004, 05:22 PM

It is wonderful and interesting to see all the memories that everyone on the forum has of the most beautiful lake in the world. I remember my first trip to the lake with my parents. We stayed at Steiner's "Latch-Key-Lodge in Merideth. We enjoyed many a fireside chat in front of the cabins ( they are condos now)-- and often were invited to the Steiner's own lodge with a boathouse right over the water. My fondest memory was my first ride on the lake in Mr. Steiner's speedboat ( a Chris Craft barrelback) across Meredith bay to the Weirs. Many years have passed since then ( late 50"s ) and I enjoy the lake still-- introducing my grandchildren to " heaven"-- right here on earth. We , too, still have tears in our eyes-- every time we have to leave this magical place!

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Originally Posted by Lady Di

One of my favorite memories of the lake is when I was in high school in Ma. and would come to Wolfeboro for weekends with my boyfriend. It was obviously winter. He and I and a bunch of his friends would have coffee at the Bubble and then drive out onto the bay, speeding and sliding all around. The only time I got nervous was when we heard a sharp crack.......you know, like C*R*A*C*K and we figured we'd better get the heck off the ice before it was too late.

Another favorite is a picture in my mind of my ex sitting with his arms around our two kids, with their feet in the water, sitting eating ice cream cones at Dockside.
Back further, was one night watching a full moon over Carrie Beach, but I won't elaborate on that one.

glennsteely · 12-06-2004, 07:10 AM

Please keep them coming, I get to live a little of everyones life and memories, and I love it!!!!

lakegirl · 12-06-2004, 10:54 AM

I have been reading this thread for so long and kept trying to decided what my favorite lake memory would be.....there are so many!!!!

My grandparents had a place up at lake Winnipesaukee when I was just a baby. My first memories as a child are of the lake (playing on the beach with my mom, dad, brother and of course nana and papa!!! My papa would hold my hand and walk me to the candy store and tell me over and over....never go near the water alone. I still remember the feeling of the sand all over me after a hard day of playing on the beach (and my brother wipping it at me!!!).

Now my favorite lake memories are watching my little daughter enjoy the lake as much as I did when I was here age. When we tell her we are going to the lake she gets so exicited!!! She runs right to the car and hops in her car seat. It brings tears to my eyes every time.

I cant imagine life without the lake!!!!

BroadHopper · 12-06-2004, 02:06 PM

One September night. We were skinny dipping off the back of the boat off Sleepers Island. It was a full moon and the stars were out. The lake was like glass. Well I'm sure you know the rest..............

tricia1218 · 12-06-2004, 03:09 PM

Visting my parents at the lake one 4th of July, no one was up for a walk to the Weirs for the fireworks except my parents neighbors son, who was also visiting his parents for the 4th. 5 years later we have our own place at the lake.

glennsteely · 12-12-2004, 08:33 AM

Great stuff, keep it coming.............

PaBob · 12-14-2004, 08:18 PM

Oh, with Christmas bearing down on us , my fondest memory of lovely Lake Winni is ANYTHING!

Growing up in the 50's, I spent my summers at a lake too, (here in PA)....but MY lake would fit into Alton Bay 3 or 4 times! How we envy you folks who have been summering there for years, or even better, LIVING THERE!

My husband and I began visiting the Lakes Region in '98. ---our first vacation together ! I had been there once, many years before, and remembered the cute little cabins north of Wolfeboro. I knew my Bob would love it for the awesome fishing and beauty of the lake itself. He was so impressed that we have been returning once or twice a year since. The cabins were fun, but now we rent a lake house and fish, fish, fish. Our Brittany gets so excited when we say "want to go in the car to New Hampshire?"

Can't wait for summer!

parrothead · 12-15-2004, 10:53 AM

I have been going up to "The Lake" since before I was born. My grandparents had a cottage in Meredith, and now my parents have a house there. I can remember going to my grandparents house with all my aunts and uncles and cousins being up there for the weekends. At that time there would usually be around 15-20 of us up there at a time. The kids would make sand castles on the beach, and swim, while the adults would be supervising from chairs. We would go to the Wiers by boat every Sunday for doughnuts and arcade games. The family unfortunately had to sell the house

, but then my parents bought another house there a few a few years later. Which started a whole new set of memories. Chasing wakes in my aluminum boat with a 25 hp Johnson, breakfast every Sunday morning at Chase's. Helping my Dad open the house in May just the two of us. We would putter around the house and then head out in the boat for the first cruises of the year. Floating on the Lake reading books and napping. Water skiing early in the morning. The first real date my wife went on was a day at the Lake. A dinner with my wife sitting on the end of the dock by candle light. As soon as I get off the highway and head toward Meredith my whole attitude changes. I can feel the relaxation grow inside me. I'm home!!

glennsteely · 12-16-2004, 06:53 AM

Great reply, parrothead, I myself am a Meredith summerteer also. We were in Sachem's cove on Spindle point. My grandparents had the house built before my Father was born, so I was a 6 month old swimmer (born in Jan.) Gotta love that lake! Whereabouts in Meredith did you spend your youth?

parrothead · 12-16-2004, 10:54 AM

My grandparents house and then my parent's house were both in Sachem's Cove as well

glennsteely · 12-17-2004, 07:47 AM

God you have me curious.......Do we know each other? If not I am sure our grandparents did.....maybe even our parents. Our cottage is no longer there, it was yellow and between the two a frames, one on a big rock (The Brooks) and one with a beautiful lawn (The Saltmarshes) I am sure you know what I am talking about. Lets see, I will name the houses around the cove to the best of my ability, of course a lot of the names have changed......on my side of the cove.......Kimballs, Bellisimos, Saltmarsh, Saltmarsh, My house (Steely), Brooks, Johnson, Johnson, Johnson, Bach, I dont really know the people in the end of the cove....going up the other side.....Stockwood, Paladay, there is a couple of blanks here......Guild, Watts, Watts.......You have really got me wondering, can you tell me who you are? You can e-mail me at glennsteely@yahoo.com or during business hours at gsteely@jeberkowitz .com The suspense is killing me.......Hope to hear from you soon.....Glenn

REB · 12-22-2004, 06:18 PM

and just talkeLake from N.J. in the early 50s, 1952 to be exact was not the easiest of trips. We rented on Bear Island. My fond memory was arriving at Shep Browns and being greeted by Shep and his wife Adelaid. Also Gordon who lived with them. Before we left fo the island we would sit on the front porch and just talk.
Now I have a daughter,grandaughter, and great-grandaughter who still return every summer.I am now 84, but still miss the Lake terribly!

11-05-2004, 07:27 PM	#1
glennsteely Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Mantua, N.J. Posts: 472 Thanks: 90 Thanked 111 Times in 38 Posts	I cant believe you guys would let this one die.... This is a great thread....someone kick it off again will you ? __________________ You have to go out on a limb sometimes, cause that is where the fruit is. You can't get to the fruit from that nice safe spot, clinging to the trunk of the tree......

11-05-2004, 07:37 PM	#2
ddemers Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Weare, Gilford, Meredith Posts: 62 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Just sitting and watching the sunset with someone you truly love. What more could you want? Last edited by ddemers; 11-05-2004 at 07:43 PM.

11-05-2004, 10:10 PM	#3
Just Sold Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Suncook, NH, but at The Lake at Heart Posts: 2,615 Thanks: 1,083 Thanked 434 Times in 210 Posts	This year I got to have the time of my life with my wife beside me and making the trip to the lake and exploring every week from April to late October. What could be better than to spend time at the place you love with the love of your life. __________________ Just Sold At the lake the stress of daily life just melts away. Pro Re Nata

11-22-2004, 04:49 PM	#4
BroadHopper Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Laconia NH Posts: 5,591 Thanks: 3,232 Thanked 1,107 Times in 797 Posts	Water Ski Racing Back in the late 60's, early 70's, I use to attend the waterski marathons put on by 'Winnipesakee Water Ski Racing Association'. They use to take off from the Weirs and loop around Rattlesnake Island and back. I believe they were 65 milers. Toward the end, there were some pretty fast drag boats! I think there were no noise restrictions then. They were loud!!!! There were a lot of boats and spectators. The 'Winnisquam Ski and Boat Club' use to have marathons on Lake Winnisquam. Both clubs will invite each other to participate.

12-03-2004, 03:43 PM	#5
Lady Di Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Florida Posts: 185 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	bumping for glennsteely One of my favorite memories of the lake is when I was in high school in Ma. and would come to Wolfeboro for weekends with my boyfriend. It was obviously winter. He and I and a bunch of his friends would have coffee at the Bubble and then drive out onto the bay, speeding and sliding all around. The only time I got nervous was when we heard a sharp crack.......you know, like CRACK and we figured we'd better get the heck off the ice before it was too late. Another favorite is a picture in my mind of my ex sitting with his arms around our two kids, with their feet in the water, sitting eating ice cream cones at Dockside. Back further, was one night watching a full moon over Carrie Beach, but I won't elaborate on that one.

12-06-2004, 07:10 AM	#7
glennsteely Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Mantua, N.J. Posts: 472 Thanks: 90 Thanked 111 Times in 38 Posts	Thanks for the replies.... Please keep them coming, I get to live a little of everyones life and memories, and I love it!!!! __________________ You have to go out on a limb sometimes, cause that is where the fruit is. You can't get to the fruit from that nice safe spot, clinging to the trunk of the tree......

12-06-2004, 10:54 AM	#8
lakegirl Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Gilford-Northern MA Posts: 38 Thanks: 3 Thanked 5 Times in 2 Posts	Lake Memories I have been reading this thread for so long and kept trying to decided what my favorite lake memory would be.....there are so many!!!! My grandparents had a place up at lake Winnipesaukee when I was just a baby. My first memories as a child are of the lake (playing on the beach with my mom, dad, brother and of course nana and papa!!! My papa would hold my hand and walk me to the candy store and tell me over and over....never go near the water alone. I still remember the feeling of the sand all over me after a hard day of playing on the beach (and my brother wipping it at me!!!). Now my favorite lake memories are watching my little daughter enjoy the lake as much as I did when I was here age. When we tell her we are going to the lake she gets so exicited!!! She runs right to the car and hops in her car seat. It brings tears to my eyes every time. I cant imagine life without the lake!!!! __________________ Lakegirl Never leave home without your camera

12-06-2004, 02:06 PM	#9
BroadHopper Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Laconia NH Posts: 5,591 Thanks: 3,232 Thanked 1,107 Times in 797 Posts	Lake memories One September night. We were skinny dipping off the back of the boat off Sleepers Island. It was a full moon and the stars were out. The lake was like glass. Well I'm sure you know the rest..............

12-06-2004, 03:09 PM	#10
tricia1218 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: MA/Paugus Bay Posts: 155 Thanks: 31 Thanked 4 Times in 3 Posts	Visting my parents at the lake one 4th of July, no one was up for a walk to the Weirs for the fireworks except my parents neighbors son, who was also visiting his parents for the 4th. 5 years later we have our own place at the lake.

12-12-2004, 08:33 AM	#11
glennsteely Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Mantua, N.J. Posts: 472 Thanks: 90 Thanked 111 Times in 38 Posts	Great stuff, keep it coming............. __________________ You have to go out on a limb sometimes, cause that is where the fruit is. You can't get to the fruit from that nice safe spot, clinging to the trunk of the tree......

12-14-2004, 08:18 PM	#12
PaBob Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 2 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Best Memory Oh, with Christmas bearing down on us , my fondest memory of lovely Lake Winni is ANYTHING! Growing up in the 50's, I spent my summers at a lake too, (here in PA)....but MY lake would fit into Alton Bay 3 or 4 times! How we envy you folks who have been summering there for years, or even better, LIVING THERE! My husband and I began visiting the Lakes Region in '98. ---our first vacation together ! I had been there once, many years before, and remembered the cute little cabins north of Wolfeboro. I knew my Bob would love it for the awesome fishing and beauty of the lake itself. He was so impressed that we have been returning once or twice a year since. The cabins were fun, but now we rent a lake house and fish, fish, fish. Our Brittany gets so excited when we say "want to go in the car to New Hampshire?" Can't wait for summer!

12-15-2004, 10:53 AM	#13
parrothead Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Merrimack, NH Posts: 132 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Too many to remember just one I have been going up to "The Lake" since before I was born. My grandparents had a cottage in Meredith, and now my parents have a house there. I can remember going to my grandparents house with all my aunts and uncles and cousins being up there for the weekends. At that time there would usually be around 15-20 of us up there at a time. The kids would make sand castles on the beach, and swim, while the adults would be supervising from chairs. We would go to the Wiers by boat every Sunday for doughnuts and arcade games. The family unfortunately had to sell the house , but then my parents bought another house there a few a few years later. Which started a whole new set of memories. Chasing wakes in my aluminum boat with a 25 hp Johnson, breakfast every Sunday morning at Chase's. Helping my Dad open the house in May just the two of us. We would putter around the house and then head out in the boat for the first cruises of the year. Floating on the Lake reading books and napping. Water skiing early in the morning. The first real date my wife went on was a day at the Lake. A dinner with my wife sitting on the end of the dock by candle light. As soon as I get off the highway and head toward Meredith my whole attitude changes. I can feel the relaxation grow inside me. I'm home!!

12-16-2004, 06:53 AM	#14
glennsteely Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Mantua, N.J. Posts: 472 Thanks: 90 Thanked 111 Times in 38 Posts	Great reply, parrothead, I myself am a Meredith summerteer also. We were in Sachem's cove on Spindle point. My grandparents had the house built before my Father was born, so I was a 6 month old swimmer (born in Jan.) Gotta love that lake! Whereabouts in Meredith did you spend your youth? __________________ You have to go out on a limb sometimes, cause that is where the fruit is. You can't get to the fruit from that nice safe spot, clinging to the trunk of the tree......

12-16-2004, 10:54 AM	#15
parrothead Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Merrimack, NH Posts: 132 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Sachem's Cove Spindle Point My grandparents house and then my parent's house were both in Sachem's Cove as well

12-17-2004, 07:47 AM	#16
glennsteely Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Mantua, N.J. Posts: 472 Thanks: 90 Thanked 111 Times in 38 Posts	Parrothead..... God you have me curious.......Do we know each other? If not I am sure our grandparents did.....maybe even our parents. Our cottage is no longer there, it was yellow and between the two a frames, one on a big rock (The Brooks) and one with a beautiful lawn (The Saltmarshes) I am sure you know what I am talking about. Lets see, I will name the houses around the cove to the best of my ability, of course a lot of the names have changed......on my side of the cove.......Kimballs, Bellisimos, Saltmarsh, Saltmarsh, My house (Steely), Brooks, Johnson, Johnson, Johnson, Bach, I dont really know the people in the end of the cove....going up the other side.....Stockwood, Paladay, there is a couple of blanks here......Guild, Watts, Watts.......You have really got me wondering, can you tell me who you are? You can e-mail me at glennsteely@yahoo.com or during business hours at gsteely@jeberkowitz .com The suspense is killing me.......Hope to hear from you soon.....Glenn __________________ You have to go out on a limb sometimes, cause that is where the fruit is. You can't get to the fruit from that nice safe spot, clinging to the trunk of the tree......

12-22-2004, 06:18 PM	#17
REB Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 4 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	memories and just talkeLake from N.J. in the early 50s, 1952 to be exact was not the easiest of trips. We rented on Bear Island. My fond memory was arriving at Shep Browns and being greeted by Shep and his wife Adelaid. Also Gordon who lived with them. Before we left fo the island we would sit on the front porch and just talk. Now I have a daughter,grandaughter, and great-grandaughter who still return every summer.I am now 84, but still miss the Lake terribly!