Out beyond Millinocket on the the Golden Road is a small lake, name undisclosed. Two wing sailors and a couple of skaters found their way there and had a wonderful day after the snow turned to rain and the skies cleared.

That’s Mt. Kahtadin in the background. We will investigate further to see if there is a name for this lovely place.

Jack Wright swung by Plymouth this morning and found the entire pond locked in with what appears to be about an 1 1/4”.

Rain and warmth forecast for coming days might do it in, but it’ll be back! CIBC tradition has the first weekend in December as opening day on Plymouth.
Thanks Jack!

CIBC member Paul Chamberland hit the ice on Owlseye Lake, a tad east NE from Edmonton, Alberta. Last season he was first on the ice at Lac Aurelie in Quebec, often our first plate. He had traveled from Albany. Isn’t it so that the furthest away often is the first to arrive?

The lesson, as always, is that if you really want to sail you need to make the drive. Come spring, when the ice at Moosehead is two feet thick and the sun is high, remember this.
Congratulations Paul!

Listen carefully to this beautiful song and it’s easy to imagine that that those last precious days of fall are spent getting the iceboat ready for winter.

Willie Nelson – September Song youtube.com

Whatever else you might need to get set for the season, including inspiration, can be had at the NEIYA Meeting and Swap meet next Sunday at Thompson Motor Speedway, CT.

New England Ice Yacht Association Iceboating – It’s About the Speed… Commodore John Stanton Nov 8 Speed is the ultimate allure of iceboating, beckoning enthusiasts back season after season and finding its place on the bucket lists of many softwater sailors. While each of us has our own gauge for what constitutes fast, the quest for confirmation is universal. Some rely on GPS and drag race reaching to measure their speed, while others crave the interactive feedback that comes with competition. Racing is a natural extension of the desire to go fast(er), with each race serving as confirmation of one’s speed relative to one’s competitors. As we stand on the starting line, everyone has a chance of being the fastest. After three laps and a checkered flag, the title of the fastest racer is claimed. Winning every race just doesn’t happen, but simply participating and navigating the course contribute to becoming a faster iceboater. For those currently racing or harboring an interest in the sport, mark your calendars for our Thursday night 11/9 call at 6:30 pm. Secretary Karen Binder (DN5630) will host the discussion, focusing on DN racing. Racing is not just for DN. Remember, Race Committee Chair James "T" Tieler (DN5224) has promised to grant any iceboat class with three boats a start. Whizz, Nites, and other classes, are you up for the challenge this season? Sail Fast and Think Ice, John DN5023 John Comment Like You can also reply to this email to leave a comment.