Category Archives: 2024 Season

While it’s probably not time yet to cue the corpulent contralto, today sure had the feel of a late season day. Sun in the face, mud on the feet, and open water around the edge. But the ice was still … Continue reading →

The storm left Damariscotta Lake with one of the best surfaces of the season. The forecast calls for light to moderate SW winds, nice temps and sunshine, The only issue is access. As you can imagine, the Lake Farm beach … Continue reading →

After yesterday’s jamborie a half dozen boats were left on the ice hoping for one more sail before the tropical onslaught. The photo is from yesterday. This morning a snow squall blew through early, leaving a light white dusting on … Continue reading →

Unlike yesterday, today at Lake Farm didn’t disappoint. The sun was out, the ice was pretty smooth and hard, and the wind blew a steady 8 mph out of the southwest with occasional gusts from 10 to 12 mph. There … Continue reading →

Well things didn’t workout as planned today. Ten boats showed up to sail. There was plenty of wind and, at times, way too much. Combine that with skim ice over the areas where the snow drifts had melted into puddles … Continue reading →