Author Archives: billbuchholz

Such faith we place in the forecasts. It’s always the only nail to hang our hat on but sometimes that nail can fall out, get bent, or just not fit the hat. Today told of light winds. Thoughts of chasing … Continue reading →

Damariscotta Lake will not give up. Snow: blow it away. Rain: drain it without drain holes. Pressure ridges? Well, yes, but that’s a small price to pay for sailable ice. Aside from Eagle Lake on MDI, this and Clarey Lake … Continue reading →

There will be a fishing derby at Quabog Pond in Brookville, Mass. on Saturday Jan. 29. Other lakes in the region might also see lots of fisherman so if you want to sail that weekend, Maine might be the place … Continue reading →

In honor of the MDI guys first sail on Eagle today, Brian Reid sent these post cards. The boats might be different, but the ice and the beautiful scenery will never change. Hopes are high in the Hudson Valley for … Continue reading →

Just in: The MDI gang will be sailing Eagle Lake tomorrow around noon.