First Visit-some ?'s

JAW1971 · 08-18-2006, 11:59 AM

Actually we both have boating and PWC licenses.

Thanks on the advice on the "Witches" Is that a nice detailed map for fishing as well? Our GPS does show hazards- I will check it out tonight

Weirs guy · 08-18-2006, 12:28 PM

Boy, if the witches isn't a fun place to bring a toddler I don't know what is!

Used to scare me on the Doris and Sophie, never mind a smaller and non-metal hulled boat.

You should be able to find a few fun things for your toddler to do right at the Weirs, but most of that stuff is geared towards older kids. A train ride complete with ice cream sundays are a good bet, as are some of the arcades. For dinner you're right near our dearly beloved Waldo - Peppers and Willows (more formal), and if you like Mexican the Crazy Gringo is a very good bet.

Good luck and enjoy.

JAW1971 · 08-18-2006, 01:30 PM

after reading some other posts- here is another question I have - we are going with Friends- who are bringing thier boat as well. In CT sometimes we tie off together and anchor up and just sit in a quite cove or close to shore somewhere just to relax and chill.... is that allowed here on this lake?
I see a lot of 'restrictiion's about 50' and 25' Is there a web site I can find there regulations listed?

Are any of the "islands" on this lake what we would call 'beachable'? Ex... here in CT we have a 'sandy island' on candlewood that we usually anchor to and get out and swim...

SteveA · 08-18-2006, 02:36 PM

JAW 1971

I'm no expert... but I found this out there in an old post (2004)... I assume this is still the rules.

Just Sold
08-15-2004, 01:02 PM
Here is the Boating Guide of New Hampshire section on rafting. Read the underlined section. I know it is discussing "rafted boats" but I think an anchored raft or moored boat meets the same requirement of this law. I hope it helps.

Rafting in New Hampshire
Raft is defined as “any group of 2 or more boats which are stationary upon the waters of a lake or pond and which are congregated together, whether anchored, secured to one another, or adrift, provided that at least one of the boats in the group is occupied.” Rafting is “forming or being a member of a raft.”

-There are designated locations and times in or during which the size of rafts are limited and a minimum distance is required between boats and rafts.
-Currently, there are rafting restrictions in certain locations on Lake Winnipesaukee, Lake Sunapee and Ossipee Lake.
-No one in a prohibited location or at a prohibited time may:
Form or allow the boat, which you are operating or in charge of to join a raft consisting of 3 or more boats.
Form or allow the boat, which you are operating or in charge of to join a raft if any part of such raft is: less than 50 feet from any other raft; or less than 50 feet from any occupied single boat, which is stationary on the waters of the same lake or pond.
Anchor a single boat and cause it to remain stationary on the waters of a lake or pond, other than momentarily, if any part of such boat is: less than 50 feet away from any raft; or less than 25 feet away from any other single boat which is stationary on the waters of such lake or pond.

Someone advised you to buy the Bizer Map.. good advice... it clearly shows the "no rafting" area's

Like the NH state signs say as you cross the border... "You're gonna Love it here!"

SteveA

jceria · 08-18-2006, 03:24 PM

Just plain common sense and a chart (map) of the lake! Good pair of binoculars is a great help locating numbered bouys.

Enjoy!

Dave R · 08-18-2006, 05:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JAW1971

after reading some other posts- here is another question I have - we are going with Friends- who are bringing thier boat as well. In CT sometimes we tie off together and anchor up and just sit in a quite cove or close to shore somewhere just to relax and chill.... is that allowed here on this lake?
I see a lot of 'restrictiion's about 50' and 25' Is there a web site I can find there regulations listed?

Are any of the "islands" on this lake what we would call 'beachable'? Ex... here in CT we have a 'sandy island' on candlewood that we usually anchor to and get out and swim...

No real "beachable" islands that I'm aware of, but there are some nice sandbars to checkout. Just look for no-rafting zones on your chart and you'll do alright. The best and most crowded in Braun Bay. The closest is in front of the Margate in Paugus Bay. Don't let the tough laws get you down, there's plenty of places to hang out and chill. I'm gonna PM ya my favorite.

KPW · 08-21-2006, 08:28 AM

"We have been on large lakes before- Champlain mostly. Here in CT Candlewood is the largest lake.... lots of pleasure boats- large wakes at times."

Please make sure to check your boat for zebra mussels. I believe that Lake Champlain has them. There are signs at most ramps, warning of this invasive species.

camp guy · 08-21-2006, 09:18 AM

Labor Day Weekend is near the end of the boating season and likely to have many boats on the Lake, including a handful of the usual "crazies" who can't seem to understand how to boat properly. Be aware !!, use courtesy at all times.

You will get a lot of good advice on this Forum from some very experienced boaters, and you will notice all of them will suggest a Lake chart - very important. The Bizer chart (available through this site) works very hard at being accurate, even when some of the passages look rather tight. When in doubt, go slow. If you are going to have an accident (and I certainly hope you don't), have it at the slowest speed possible. If you stay in the 'main stream' you will be fine. Enjoy the Lake, it is beautiful.

08-18-2006, 12:28 PM	#2
Weirs guy Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Weirs Beach, NH Posts: 1,067 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Boy, if the witches isn't a fun place to bring a toddler I don't know what is! Used to scare me on the Doris and Sophie, never mind a smaller and non-metal hulled boat. You should be able to find a few fun things for your toddler to do right at the Weirs, but most of that stuff is geared towards older kids. A train ride complete with ice cream sundays are a good bet, as are some of the arcades. For dinner you're right near our dearly beloved Waldo - Peppers and Willows (more formal), and if you like Mexican the Crazy Gringo is a very good bet. Good luck and enjoy. __________________ Is it bikeweek yet? Now?

08-18-2006, 01:30 PM	#3
JAW1971 Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: CT Posts: 7 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	'tying up' after reading some other posts- here is another question I have - we are going with Friends- who are bringing thier boat as well. In CT sometimes we tie off together and anchor up and just sit in a quite cove or close to shore somewhere just to relax and chill.... is that allowed here on this lake? I see a lot of 'restrictiion's about 50' and 25' Is there a web site I can find there regulations listed? Are any of the "islands" on this lake what we would call 'beachable'? Ex... here in CT we have a 'sandy island' on candlewood that we usually anchor to and get out and swim...

08-18-2006, 02:36 PM	#4
SteveA Deceased Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Gilford, NH Posts: 2,311 Thanks: 1,070 Thanked 2,054 Times in 497 Posts	Old Post that refers to rafting JAW 1971 I'm no expert... but I found this out there in an old post (2004)... I assume this is still the rules. Just Sold 08-15-2004, 01:02 PM Here is the Boating Guide of New Hampshire section on rafting. Read the underlined section. I know it is discussing "rafted boats" but I think an anchored raft or moored boat meets the same requirement of this law. I hope it helps. Rafting in New Hampshire Raft is defined as “any group of 2 or more boats which are stationary upon the waters of a lake or pond and which are congregated together, whether anchored, secured to one another, or adrift, provided that at least one of the boats in the group is occupied.” Rafting is “forming or being a member of a raft.” -There are designated locations and times in or during which the size of rafts are limited and a minimum distance is required between boats and rafts. -Currently, there are rafting restrictions in certain locations on Lake Winnipesaukee, Lake Sunapee and Ossipee Lake. -No one in a prohibited location or at a prohibited time may: Form or allow the boat, which you are operating or in charge of to join a raft consisting of 3 or more boats. Form or allow the boat, which you are operating or in charge of to join a raft if any part of such raft is: less than 50 feet from any other raft; or less than 50 feet from any occupied single boat, which is stationary on the waters of the same lake or pond. Anchor a single boat and cause it to remain stationary on the waters of a lake or pond, other than momentarily, if any part of such boat is: less than 50 feet away from any raft; or less than 25 feet away from any other single boat which is stationary on the waters of such lake or pond. Someone advised you to buy the Bizer Map.. good advice... it clearly shows the "no rafting" area's Like the NH state signs say as you cross the border... "You're gonna Love it here!" SteveA __________________ "Before you criticize someone, walk a mile in his shoes. That way, if he gets angry he'll be a mile away and barefoot!" unknown

08-18-2006, 03:24 PM	#5
jceria Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 37 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Buy a Chart! Just plain common sense and a chart (map) of the lake! Good pair of binoculars is a great help locating numbered bouys. Enjoy! __________________ On the Concord River

08-21-2006, 08:28 AM	#7
KPW Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 398 Thanks: 738 Thanked 118 Times in 59 Posts	Zebra mussels "We have been on large lakes before- Champlain mostly. Here in CT Candlewood is the largest lake.... lots of pleasure boats- large wakes at times." Please make sure to check your boat for zebra mussels. I believe that Lake Champlain has them. There are signs at most ramps, warning of this invasive species.

08-18-2006, 11:59 AM	#1
JAW1971 Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: CT Posts: 7 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Actually we both have boating and PWC licenses. Thanks on the advice on the "Witches" Is that a nice detailed map for fishing as well? Our GPS does show hazards- I will check it out tonight

08-21-2006, 09:18 AM	#8
camp guy Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: formerly Winter Harbor, still Wolfeboro Posts: 1,203 Thanks: 308 Thanked 535 Times in 299 Posts	First visit - questions Labor Day Weekend is near the end of the boating season and likely to have many boats on the Lake, including a handful of the usual "crazies" who can't seem to understand how to boat properly. Be aware !!, use courtesy at all times. You will get a lot of good advice on this Forum from some very experienced boaters, and you will notice all of them will suggest a Lake chart - very important. The Bizer chart (available through this site) works very hard at being accurate, even when some of the passages look rather tight. When in doubt, go slow. If you are going to have an accident (and I certainly hope you don't), have it at the slowest speed possible. If you stay in the 'main stream' you will be fine. Enjoy the Lake, it is beautiful.