OFFICERS Ed Griesmer, President Roy Layton, 1st Vice President John Nick, 2nd Vice President Beth Cole, Secretary Mary Flynn, Treasurer

PARK DISTRICT ASSOCIATION, INC.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Spring / Summer 2015

Michael Baumis Jim Fregoe Rob Freligh George Greenwood Susan Jensen Eric Lauritzen Doug O’Brien Glen E. Vogel

COMMITTEE CHAIR(S) ADOPT A HIGHWAY

Roxy Griesmer BEAUTIFICATION

Jo Ann Nick & Dawn Freligh BOAT PARADE

Vogel Family BOATING SAFETY COURSE

Barbara VanVoorhis BUOYS/FACILITIES/H2O LEVEL

John Nick DIVE TEAM

John Nick & Rob Freligh FAMILY DAY HIKE

Roxy Griesmer & Marti Townley FISHING DERBY

John MacMillen GOLF TOURNAMENT

Arnold Jensen & Ralph Smith LAUNCH/INSPECTION STATION

Nick Bonavita, Lynn Douglas & Steve Smith MEMBERSHIP

Susan Sliva & Marilyn Layton PADDLE DAY

Noelle McCrum SAILBOAT RACES

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PHONE: 518-494-2210

President’s Message I

t is always a pleasure to write this welcome letter because it signifies that our summer season is just around the corner and our friends and neighbors will soon be returning to the lake. As you will observe in our newsletter, our many volunteers, including our board of directors, our milfoil committee and our events planners, have been busy preparing a calendar of events that addresses our lake management issues as well as a program that offers social, educational and recreational opportunities for all to enjoy. Let me offer just a few words regarding our primary mission, protecting and preserving Loon Lake. This year LLPDA, Inc. will be contracting with Aquatic Invasive Management, LLC. (AIM) to serve as our lake manager. They will be here for a period of six weeks and will begin hand harvesting milfoil in early June. AIM brings with them an excellent track record having performed this service on Lake George, the Upper Saranac, Schroon Lake, and Brant Lake. Additionally, our boat inspection program, designed to curb the introduction and spread of invasive species began on May 15th. The launch and inspection station will now be open daily from 7 AM to 7 PM. This is a major prevention program which has now been extended throughout the Adirondack Park. There is an expectation that all boats entering and leaving our lake will be clean, drained and dried helping us to protect our lake from the introduction of new aquatic invasives arriving from any other infested lakes. We will also continue to monitor the quality of our water through our water testing program taking place in July.

Our activities calendar is full of events for children and adults. Our NYS Boater Safety Course continues to be popular for children ages 11-17. Since there are space limitations, early sign ups are recommended. Our fishing derby, water carnival, golf tournament, family hike, boat parade, paddle day, summer dinner dance, all provide a wonderful opportunity for family and friends to join in our events that remain popular for our lake community. Attached you will find our 2015 membership form. Last year we hit a milestone by setting a record membership and we anticipate this to be a similar year. LLPDA, Inc. is our association serving our lake and our park district community. Please join us as a member for 2015. Feel free to contact me or any board member with comments, suggestions, and recommendations. Best wishes and have an enjoyable summer, Ed Griesmer

Bill Rech SUMMER SOCIAL EVENT

Vogel & Greenwood Families WATER TESTING

Jim & Nancy Fregoe WATER CARNIVAL

Jensen Family WATERSHED ISSUES

Doug O’Brien WEB MASTER

Michael Baumis

2015 ANNUAL MEETING NOTIFICATION - JULY 12TH The Board of Directors encourages all members to attend the 2015 Annual Meeting on Sunday Morning, July 12th in the Auditorium at the Town Municipal Center. You are also invited to an informal social with refreshments starting at 9:30 am, just prior to the meeting. The meeting will start promptly at 10:00 am. Business to be transacted will include the President and Treasurers reports, update on the progress in preventing and removing invasive species, committee reports and other lake matters. There will also be an election for several Board members. Please let us know if you have any interest in serving. A more comprehensive agenda will be available on the website prior to the meeting.

LOON LAKE PARK DISTRICT ASSOCIATION, INC.

Loon Lake Boat Launch To Open May 15th The Town of Chester/Loon Lake Park District Boat Launch

and Inspection Center will be open May 15th-October 12th. The new hours of operation will be 7am-7pm. Boats will be inspected and washed, if necessary, to ensure that boats are free of invasives and therefore do not pose a threat to our lake. Boaters can minimize the inspection process by having their boats meet the clean, drained, and dried standard upon arrival at the launch. We will be participating in an Adirondack region wide-spread prevention program focused on keeping invasives from entering our Adirondack water bodies. Boaters in route to any lake within the Adirondack Park can have their boats washed and tagged at the Loon Lake facility without cost. Nick Bonavita, Lynn Douglas and Steve Smith will return, working as our boat inspection technicians and will welcome your cooperation and compliance with our inspection procedures.

Sail Boat Races

SPRING / SUMMER 2015

Marina Boat Launch Open Only During Business Hours T

he Loon Lake Marina, in support of controlling the spread of invasive species in Loon Lake, will ONLY have the Marina boat launch open during their business hours. Boaters can call the marina at 494-3410 to check on opening and closing times.

Dinner Dance, August 7th

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5th Annual Dinner Dance will be held at Cronin’s Golf Resort Patio on Friday evening at 6:00 pm, August 7th. Bobby Dick and Suzie Q will once again entertain us. Included with the dinner is beer, wine, soda, cake and coffee. As of the time of printing, the menu and cost per person has not been determined. Follow up information will be sent by the committee and posted on the website, or contact the committee chairperson(s). Reservations will be made on a first come first served basis. When the price is known, please make the checks out to “LLPDA-Dinner Dance” and send to LLPDA, 28 Sonoma Point Road, Chestertown, NY 12817. Also, please add a contact phone number and e-mail address in case we need to reach you. Please do not make checks out after July 24th. Checks received after the event has reached capacity will be returned and your name will be noted in case of any cancellations. For additional details or questions, contact Glen/Pat Vogel 494-7604 or George/ Kathy Greenwood 494-5725.

STAY AWAY FROM DIVER DOWN FLAGs DIVERS AT RISK

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ill Rech invites all sailors to join the summer sailboat series which are scheduled for three Saturdays in August (8/1, 15 & 29). Rig up your sailboat and be at “Rock Island” (middle of lake) by 2:00 pm. Contact Bill at 494-3964 for details or questions.

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Please protect the safety of our divers. Look out for the diver flags and divers as they work off the dive boats hand harvesting milfoil. Boaters need to know that NYS Law requires boats to stay 100 feet away from any diver down flags. The flags are RED with a WHITE diagonal banner. PLEASE stay out of the dive areas.

LOON LAKE PARK DISTRICT ASSOCIATION, INC.

SPRING / SUMMER 2015

2015 Calendar of Events

Family Day Hike - 2014

May 31 BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING - 9:00 am, Coles’, 59 Clarkson Road June 25 BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING - TBD July 1-3 NYS BOATING SAFETY COURSE (3 days) – 9:00 am to noon, North Warren Trailblazers Club at 142 Knapp Hill Rd., Chestertown. Register at the Marina 494-3410 and leave a contact number. Limited to 20 children ages 11-17. (Bring a pen and snack each day.) July 4 FISHING DERBY (Children up to 16) 9:00 am, Loon Lake Park District Beach. Awards, hot dogs and soda at noon. (John MacMillen 518-932-3652) July 12 LLPDA ANNUAL MEETING - 9:30 am at the Town Hall Auditorium. Social 9:30 am, Meeting begins at 10:00 am July 25 WATER CARNIVAL & FIELD DAY – 9:00 am to noon, Loon Lake Park District Beach. Ages 3 -15 (The Jensen Family 494-3581) July 25 BOAT PARADE - 4:30 pm start at Loon Lake Marina, Counterclockwise around lake. (Vogel Family 494-7604) Aug 7 LLPDA DINNER DANCE – 6:00 pm at Cronin’s Golf Course Warrensburg. Music by Bobby Dick and Susie Q. Reservations required and tends to sell out quickly. See article for additional details. (Pat & Glen Vogel 494-7604 or George & Kathy Greenwood 494-5725) Aug 8 FAMILY DAY HIKE - Ages 4 and up with family member. Meet at 9:00 am at the corner of Route 8 & White School House Road. Hike “Panther Mountain” overlooking Chestertown and mountains (easy climb). Bring water, a snack and a camera. (Roxy Griesmer and Marti Townley 494-2210) Aug 14 MARV COLE LLPDA GOLF TOURNAMENT - 8:00 am at Cronin’s. Details & registration attached. (Arnold Jensen 494-3581 or Ralph Smith 494-2290) Aug 1, 15, & 28 SAILBOAT RACES – 2:00 pm – Meet at “Rock Island”…middle of Lake. (Bill Rech 494-3964) Aug 15 PADDLE DAY – Kayakers & Canoeists – Paddle “Glen Lake” (off exit 20), then head to the “Docksider” for Lunch. Pack water and life vests. Meet at 9:30 am at the corner of Rte 8 and White School House Rd. RSVP with Noelle McCrum 494-5193. Limit 20 persons. Aug 30 BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING 9:00 am, Coles’, 59 Clarkson Road Dec TBD BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING – TBD If you wish to help with the events or have questions, please contact the event leader(s). PAGE 3

LOON LAKE PARK DISTRICT ASSOCIATION, INC.

SPRING / SUMMER 2015

Tri-Lake Business Alliance Events & Performances PERFORMANCES: (1) Carol Theatre, 53 Riverside Drive: June 20 June 28 July 8 July 22 July 25 Aug 2 Aug 8 Aug 15 Sept 19

“Woodstock Revisited Concert” Peace, Love and Music 7:00 PM “City Limits” Classic country rock 3:00 PM “Across the Pond” Beatles Tribute Band 7:00 PM “Jim Gaudet & The Railroad Boys” Acoustic Americana Roots 7:00 PM “George Wonder Big Band” Past to Present 7:30 PM “Classical piano with Jonathan Newell” (Orig. Compositions, Songs for Solomon Northrup, 12 Years a Slave) 3:00 PM “Laura Roth Show” Public ENERGY # 1 7:30 PM “Joey Pucci & American Longboards” Rock n Roll Beach Party 7:30 PM “Rum Runner’s Vaudeville Show” 3:30 PM

$20 $10 $10 $10 $20 $10 $15 $15 $15

EVENTS: (2) Every Wed. Every 2nd Fri. June 20 & 21 July 18 July 18 & Sept 26 July 18 & 19 August 1 Sept. 18 & 19 Dec. 1

Chestertown Farmers Market (every Wed. 5/8 - 9/23) 10AM-2PM Car Hop & Cruise (Every 2nd Friday 6/12 – 9/11) Adirondack WOOF Stock (peace, paws & music) Summer Fest in Chestertown / Fireworks ATV Run @ Tin Teepee Priory Garage Sale Horicon Day Rum Runner Weekend Taste of the Tri-Lakes & Rotary Tree Lighting

(1) Ticket Outlets – Main St. Ice Cream Parlor, Panther Mt. Inn, Rustic Charm (next to theater) (2) For additional Information: www.trilakesalliance.com

Free Fishing Weekend, June 27-28

Milfoil Project to Begin Early June

REMINDER: During the last

LPDA, Inc. signed a contract with Aquatic Invasive Management, LLC (AIM) to work as our lake management company for the 2015 season. Under the provisions of the contract, AIM will be on the lake for a period of up to six weeks hand harvesting milfoil at identified sites selected by AIM and LLPDA. AIM will be conducting removal work during the following weeks: 6/1, 6/29, 7/6, 8/3, 9/7, and 9/21. Aquatic Invasive Management has an excellent track record for their milfoil efforts, having successfully assisted a number of lakes including the Upper Saranac, Lake George, Schroon Lake and Brant Lake. We will be seeking volunteers to assist in helping to identify milfoil areas in shoreline areas. You can volunteer by calling Ed Griesmer at (518) 494-2210 or 518-742-0898.

weekend in June, ANYONE can fish in NYS waters and NO license is required. Try fishing for the first time, invite friends to the lake to fish, take a spouse, a child or grandchild… and have some fun!

Swim Lessons at the Beach L

ifeguards have been hired by the Town of Chester and they will again be offering swim lessons at the Loon Lake Park District Beach. Please check with the lifeguards early in the season as to the dates and times and sign up with them.

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LOON LAKE PARK DISTRICT ASSOCIATION, INC.

" 2015 MEMBERSHIP to the LOON LAKE PARK DISTRICT ASSOCIATION, INC. To join or renew your membership, please return this form with a check for $20.00 payable to “LLPDA, Inc.”. Please add or update us on your contact information including your e-mail address.

A SPECIAL REMINDER!!!

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thanks to the residents of Chester Shores, Loon Lake Club, Loon Lake Heights, Forest Shores and Pine Ridge Associations. Your 2015 LLPDA Dues are included in your Home Owners Association Fees and will be paid by your HMO, so please do not pay the LLPDA directly. NAME: ______________________________________________ EMAIL: ______________________________________________ HOME/MAILING ADDRESS: ______________________________________________ ______________________________________________

SPRING / SUMMER 2015

MARV COLE LLPDA GOLF TOURNAMENT

Last year’s “best ball” tournament was a huge success with a full complement of 144 golfers. We all had fun and were able to raise $4,300 for local Town of Chester scholarships and charities. As in prior years only the first 144 PAID golfers will be included. Those excluded last year will be guaranteed a spot this year if their application and check are received before June 15th. PLEASE SEND YOUR REGISTRATION AND CHECK AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. DETAILS: The tournament is Friday, August 14, 2015 at Cronin’s Golf Resort. PLAYERS MUST ARRIVE BY 8.00 AM for check in and an 8:30 AM shotgun start. Cost is $75.00 PER PERSON ($70.00 IF PAID BEFORE AUGUST 1st). Cronin’s members can deduct $15.00, Cart Members deduct $25.00. Fee includes green fees, cart, beverages on the course, lunch, golf give away and prizes.

REGISTRATION FORM

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Send a separate check payable to “LLPDA GOLF TOURNAMENT” and send to LLPDA, PO Box # 301, Chestertown, NY 12817 LLPDA Member’s Name ________________________________________________ Number # in group: Men

Women

SUMMER ADDRESS (include house number and street):

List Team Members:

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PHONE (LOCAL)_______________________________ PHONE (HOME)_______________________________ CELL_________________________________________

________________________________________________ ________________________________________________ Phone: Local _____________________________________ Phone: Home_____________________________________

Loon Lake Park District Association, Inc.

Phone: Cell_______________________________________

P.O. Box 301, Chestertown, New York 12817 (please send Golf and Dinner Dance checks separately)

E-mail:__________________________________________

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PARK DISTRICT ASSOCIATION, INC. PO BOX 301 • CHESTERTOWN, NY 12817

LOON LAKE PARK DISTRICT ASSOCIATION, INC.

SPRING / SUMMER 2015

Japanese Knotweed – Invasive Shoreline plant J

apanese Knotweed is a non-native plant invasive in the Adirondacks and has recently been found growing on various properties around Loon Lake. If you see this plant growing, please report the locations to Jan McCann at 518-494-5908. Jan works with APIPP and RIIPP in efforts to control the spread of this invasive plant. Japanese Knotweed is a fastgrowing, herbaceous perennial with jointed, hollow stems and alternate, leathery leaves that are broadly ovate. White flowers bloom in August, and dormant reddish stems are visible in winter. Its early spring emergence and dense growth enables it to take over large areas with roots that can extend through soils 60 feet or more. Knotweed is very difficult to control and it is recommended that a licensed applicator assist in removing it. Digging and pulling does not solve the problem.

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Paddle Day - 2014.

Field Day/Water Carnival - 2014.