Lake Visitors

We may have some serious doubts that Spring is around the corner but this Hooded Merganser visiting Area 2 yesterday is a sure sign that the Spring migration has started and warm weather will soon follow! 

The FLASHBOARDS are going in!

Stay tuned for pictures and the details!

No visibility on Manchaug Pond

This photo just in from the west side of the lake as the blizzard continues to snow and blow on Manchaug Pond. 

Snowing and Blowing on Manchaug Pond

Haven't lost power here on Manchaug Pond but it is snowing and blowing with low/no visibility. Send your photos here or on Facebook and I'll post them!

Also, you have to love Manchaug Pond's distinctive shape which is easily recognizable on the weather maps!

Here's the links to monitor the power outage maps:

http://outage.nstar.com/outage/outagemap.aspx

https://www1.nationalgridus.com/PowerOutageMap-NY-RES

White Water at the Dam!

Thank you! 

This morning the town opened the low level gate even further to bring the water level down at a faster rate.

With rain in December we saw the water level continuing to come up even with the gate kept open.  Today's measures should get us back down to a level that gets docks out of the ice and gives a deeper level of control of invasive aquatic species - namely fanwort and asian clam.

Did you hear the fishing augers on the lake yesterday!

Tonight's Sunset

HAPPY NEW YEAR from Manchaug Pond!

Eagle Soars Manchaug Pond

While we shovel out the few inches of snow received overnight, an adult bald eagle soars just above the treetops of Manchaug Pond's shoreline.

Ice forms on Manchaug Pond

 

Display Flags for Hurricane "Sandy"

Coastal Warning Display Signals

DAYTIME SIGNALS

SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY

GALE  WARNING

STORM WARNING

HURRICANE WARNING

  “Frequent gusts”are typically long duration conditions (greater than 2 hours).

For a list of NWS Weather Offices by Region, refer to the following website: http://www.nws.noaa.gov/organization.php
 
GALE WARNING: To indicate winds within the range 34 to 47 knots are forecast for the area.

STORM WARNING: To indicate winds 48 knots and above, no matter how high the speed, are forecast for the area. However, if the winds are associated with a tropical cyclone (hurricane), the STORM WARNING indicates that winds within the range 48-63 knots are forecast.

HURRICANE WARNING: An announcement that hurricane conditions (sustained winds of 74 mph or higher) are expected somewhere within the specified coastal area. Because hurricane preparedness activities become difficult once winds reach tropical storm force, the hurricane warning is issued 36 hours in advance of the anticipated onset of tropical-storm-force winds.

NOTE: A "HURRICANE WATCH" is an announcement that hurricane conditions (sustained winds of 74 mph or higher) are possible within the specified coastal area. Because hurricane preparedness activities become difficult once winds reach tropical storm force, the hurricane watch is issued 48 hours in advance of the anticipated onset of tropical-storm-force winds.

NOTE: A SPECIAL MARINE WARNING is issued whenever a severe local storm or strong wind of brief duration is imminent and is not covered by existing warnings or advisories. No visual displays will be used in connection with the Special Marine Warning Bulletin; boaters will be able to receive these special warnings by keeping tuned to a NOAA Weather Radio station or to Coast Guard and commercial radio stations that transmit marine weather information.

Lake Clean Up This Saturday From 9-12

Pack your gloves, our semi annual lake clean up will take place this Saturday October 20th.  Meet at the boat ramp at 9 for some coffee, doughnuts and cider!

AND......

Don't forget the Monster Mash later at the Dudley Gendron Post from 7 - 12!!

THE DAM RACE 2012! The winners!

The start:

1st Men's - 0:20'26 39  Andrew Wommack #51 of Jamaica Plain

2nd Men's - 0:22'30 56  Jake Murray #21 of Uxbridge

3rd Men's - 0:23'20 66  Tyler Vance #56 of Waltham

1st Women's - 0:24'52 64  Tara Wommack #62 of Jamaica Plain

2nd Women's - 0:25'00 60  Nicole Salmonsen-Gantt #9 of Uxbridge

6th - 0;25'33 09  Jack Schreiber #23 of Uxbridge
7th - 0:26'13 47 Scott O'Toole #1 of Clinton
8th - 0:26'19 95 Howard Bottomly #3 of Sutton
3rd Women's - 0:27'19 25 Nancy Ryan #4 of Sutton

10th - 0:28'06 76  Jose Aponte #57 of Southbridge
11th - 0:28'29 52  Rich Costa #27
12th - 0:28'35 46  Kaitlin Lesko #18
13th - 0:28'42 71  Sarah Hartman #55
14th - 0:28'53 45  Jason Johnston #41
15th - 0:29'16 80  David Brown #24
16th - 0:31'54 36  Chris Sene #58
17th - 0:32'06 92  Nicole Robbins #45
18th - 0:32'11 91  Jill Bronson #26
19th - 0:32'31 17  Danielle Salmonsen #8
20th - 0:32'58 68  Kevin Stockhaus #22
21th - 0:33'42 23  Angela Powers #5
22nd - 0:35'42 81  Kathleen Laperle #2
23rd - 0:36'27 61  Paul Eklund #15
24th - 0:36'38 30
25th - 0:37'17 85  Chris Deluca #50
26th - 0:37'51 28  Mary Mulrenin #59
27th - 0:37'51 66  Kathleen Rocha #29
28th - 0:38'12 71  Sherry Roe #32
29th - 0:38'59 49  Patti Eklund #16
30th - 0:39'24 73  Melissa Shaw #54
31th - 0:39'57 19  Jessica Denison #25
32nd - 0:42'13 26  Donna Cote #61
33rd - 0:44'12 73  Jayne Hildick #53
34th - 0:48'54 00  Angela Evers #40
35th - 0:48'55 53  Kelly DeMeo #39
36th - 0:51'34 68  Rose Charpentier #97
37th - 0:51'45 65  Christine Pinto #17
38th - 0:51'46 30
39th - 0:56'03 61  Patti Frankiian #60
40th - 0:56'05 91  Paula DeMeo #35
41st - 0:59'14 85  Dawn Wilson #52
42nd - 0:59'15 19  David Wilson #28
43rd - 1:01'04 01  Kathy Lyons #30
44th - 1:01'04 52  Judy Castonguay #10
45th - 1;01'20 96  Jeanne Berkowitz #36
46th - 1:01'21 51  Alice Smith #37
47th - 1:02'26 63  Kim Mosher #48
48th - 1:02'31 55 Christine McLaughlin and 2 children #49

Thanks to all 60 runners who registered for supporting Manchaug Pond and making The Dam Race 2012 a success!

Run, Walk, Cheer' em On!

Today's The Dam Race 2012

Today's Manchaug Pond's 6k, THE DAM RACE, happened rain or shine! With 61 registered we had 50 finish the race including 2 young ones in the stroller division.

Here's a look at the lead runners speeding by the water station at the Old Holbrook Place!

 

More photos to come from the official race photographer.  If you snapped a few, email them in and we'll post them!

Thanks to all who ran to benefit Manchaug Pond!

Warming up for The DAM Race!

Recognize these two?  They were spotted this morning on the Manchaug Pond dam getting ready for The Dam Race!  Don't be outdone...

If you haven't registered, there is still time and t-shirts!  First come first serve  - just use the Paypal button to the right of this post. 

We have 52 runners pre-registered:  back with us again this year are a couple past top winners as well as many new runners, a good many walkers, and even 3 "stroller" teams! 

Come join us!  The foliage season is at peak, the air crisp and clean, the views around the lake are beautiful, and we have a great group of volunteers to cheer you on!

Scenic Manchaug Pond's Fall Foliage Begins

An early morning ride around Manchaug Pond gave a number of surprises: a mother deer and her two sets of twin following behind her, one from last season and the other from this spring, crossing near Camp Blanchard; the beauty of the fall foliage putting color to the shoreline; and a flock of turkeys at the forest edge at Lackey Road.

Where do you go when it rains?

As the rain comes down this morning,  a group of cormorants are huddled on the old causeway.

Ready, Set, Go! Register for The Dam Race!

Have you registered for Manchaug Pond's 6k, 
The Dam Race?

Sign-up today in order to get your free tech t-shirt!
 Mail your Registration form to MPF, P.O. Box 154, Manchaug, MA 01526 or use the Pay Pal button to the right of this post or give us a call or email!

This year we have:

• a race during the peak of New England fall foliage!
• the same great scenic course!
• a load of volunteers ready to cheer you to the finish line!
• Central Mass Striders running club of Worcester providing the timing and scoring!
•  sponsors, trophies, goody bags, and more!

Besides having a good time, your participation assists the members and
friends of the Manchaug Pond Foundation (MPF) in promoting the welfare
and correct use of Manchaug Pond and its watershed through initiatives
targeting the dam, the waterlevel, water quality, invasive aquatic
weeds, safe boating, and more!  All dues/donations/contributions are
fully tax-deductible or for this event you may seek reimbursement with
your health insurance company.

Thanks again and see you there!

Cool Manchaug Pond Morning

This photo was posted on Facebook by a seasonal camper at one of Manchaug Pond's campgrounds. It captured Monday's cool morning temperatures and pink sunrise on Manchaug Pond.

Kudos to the photographer and thank you for posting!

Misty Morning on Manchaug Pond

Sacred Sunday: A Picture-Perfect Day on Manchaug Pond!