Shore Lines, Spring 2013

Working, Educating and Advocating for Lake Quality Since 1963

PCLA President’s Letter

Shore Lines Pickerel-Crooked Lake Association

Spring 2013

1996 the Banwell Road sewer addition of the Authority crossed the Crooked River at the Alanson Swing Bridge and a significant number of homes on the East side of Crooked and Pickerel Lakes were added to the Harbor Springs Regional system. The Trail’s End system in Springvale

Township on Pickerel Lake was mostly complete in 1999, and another Springvale Township sewer system, Botsford Lane, did not have community support and was dropped. Comments from the Watershed Council, and private development activity along the US 31 corridor seemed to indicate that community sewer systems encouraged cluster home developments that were increasing pressures on the lakes and requiring additional sewer taps. Somewhere

along the line, the PCLA and the Health Department began to encourage single residential sewer systems of the mound or engineered types, and many of the older sewer fields that were draining into the lake were replaced at residential properties. Smaller residential communities and developments around the lakes consolidated their sewer needs with “Health Department Approved” private systems that moved the effluent away from the shoreline to adjacent “percable property”. Such systems are in place On Channel road, Crooked Lake; McCarthy Drive, Pickerel Lake; and at Camp Petosega. As we celebrate our 50th Anniversary and think about past accomplishments and activities of the PCLA, please take a look at our website,: www.pickerel-crookedlakes.org., and the heading “Glimpses of the Past” for more articles.

Thanks for your membership, and Darlene and I hope to see you at the PCLA Community Picnic at Camp Petosega on Friday, July 19th. Dudley and Darlene Marvin

It is finally time for all of us, as members of our Association, to take some time to celebrate Fifty Years of continuous service to our Lakes and our community. You will find plenty to read within this newsletter about up coming happenings and to bring you up to date on our past winter’s activities.. so read on!! In looking back in past Association minutes and files, there is one success that is “little noted” but is vital to our lakes. That success was duly noted in the The Tip of The Mitt’s Watershed Survey that was completed in December of 2012 by Kevin Cronk. As you read about Board Member Hal Willens action plans for our portion of this Survey, it will be easy to overlook this substantial accomplishment as a basic building block for healthful lakes. This success has been constantly encouraged by the PCLA, and primarily funded and supported by the greater regional community. That subject is Sewers! Over the years, the PCLA weighed in about the effect and importance of sewers on our Lakes, and was a primary contributor to the community surveys and hearings on this subject. The local community’s first thought was to completely surround our two lakes with a community sewer system and all existing residents and future developments would purchase taps and pay for the on going maintenance with a sewer fee. The resulting plans from the civil engineers had a price tag that was not acceptable to the community, so a smaller plan was later designed to take in only the heavily populated areas along US 31, including Graham Road to Alanson. The Harbor Springs Regional Sewer Authority was created in 1969 to service the Harbor Springs and Little Traverse Area. In 1975 the Sewer Authority was expanded to include the the Graham Road to Alanson corridor. In

Fifty Years of Association History

Our Business Members provide additional support to the P.C.L.A. Please utilize

their services and thank them!!• Bayview Title Agency www.bayviewtitleagency.com timmurphy@bvta.net

• Breezy Shores Property Owners Association

• Coldwell Banker Fairbairn Realty www.fairbairnrealty.com paul@fairbairnrealty.com

• Countryside Realty, Inc. elbertjane@gmail.com

• Crooked Lake Yacht Club www.crookedlakeyc.org dhughes@deltaconsultingllc.com

• DeSilva & Mahan Interiors www.desilvamahan.com sdesilva@comcast.net

• Edward Jones Investments Dan Ledingham www.edwardjones.com dan.ledingham@edwardjones.com

• Geno D’Angelo-Kidd & Leavy Real Estate www.kiddleavy.com geno@kiddleavy.com

• Grandpa Shorter’s Gifts, Inc. www.grandpashorters.com jennifer@grandpashorters.com

• Holiday Vacation Rentals/Birchwood Property Management www.holidayvacationrental.com reservations@holidayvacationrental.com

• Human Systems Change Consulting, Inc. marilyn.harris@capella.edu

• Independent Management Services www.imsteam.net fcarswell@aol.com

• Jack Vantreese and Associates www.jackvantreese.com jack@jackvantreese.com

• Key Printing and Design www.keyprintinganddesign.com (July 2013)

• Kitridge Anderson, DDS www.onawayfamilydentistry.com kit@kganderson.net

• Little Traverse Conservancy www.landtrust.org ltc@landtrust.org

• Music Makers of Petoskey dward67@charter.net

• Northern Periodontics and Implant Dentistry www.nperio.com mdoctor@nperio.com

• Northwoods Chiropractic drdougspringborn@aol.com

• Petoskey Outboard Crusing Club finpro@hughes.net

• Ryde Marine www.rydemarine.com wcblomberg@hotmail.com

• Staffords Crooked River Lodge www.staffords.com/crookedriverlodge davidm@staffords.com

• Tigerlilly’s www.tigerlillysflowers.com

• Two Loons Lagoon, Inc.

• Williams Excavating, Inc larrywilliams1@centurytel.net

Pickerel-Crooked Lakes AssociationBoard of DirectorsPresidentDudley Marvin 231-439-0169

Vice PresidentWayne Blomberg 231-526-5062

SecretaryBill Wyman 231-347-5241

TreasurerJohn Hoshaw 487-1942

Judy Reddick Brown...231-548-6043Dave Droste ...............231-548-1800Ray McMullen……....231-347-8073Dan Plasencia…….....231-548-5656Karen Plasencia……..231-548-5656Don Priest………......231-348-5833Greg Warner………...231-548-2664Hal Willens……….....231-548-1412

PCLA Logo Merchandise!!Don't forget, you can still order some shirts, sweatshirts and hats with our PCLA 50th anniversary logo. We will also be adding a bag or two to the list. Just go to: http://www.pclamarketplace.com/ This takes you right to the home page. From there you can place your order and they will let you know when it is ready for pick up at their store in Petoskey or you can pay for shipping.Order now and have it in time to wear to our 50th Anniversary Party on July 19thAny questions, CONTACT:Meghan M. Meyer, Personal Graphics, Inc.270 Creekside Drive, Petoskey, MI 497706479 M-66, Ste. 3, Charlevoix, MI 49720

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BOATERS SAFETY CLASSESBoater Safety Classes co-sponsored by CLYC and PCLA are scheduled for Sat. June 15th and July 13th 9:00-3:00CONTACT:Emmet County Sherrif ’s Dept. at 231-439-8900 for details.The class will be held at the Crooked Lake Yacht Club

Among the best ways to manage a shoreline property to protect the lake is to maintain a mixed buffer of native plant species along the shoreline. Commonly referred to as a shoreline “greenbelt”, this vegetation is essential for sustaining aquatic life in the lake, preserving the shoreline, and protecting water quality. Greenbelt health was one of several parameters included in the shoreline survey of Crooked and Pickerel Lakes carried out in 2012. Other important survey parameters included shoreline erosion, shoreline alterations, and the presence of Cladophora, which is type of algae that serves as a nutrient pollution indicator. With funding from the Petoskey Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation, Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council staff

and interns surveyed every property on both lakes to document conditions based on these parameters.Survey results indicate that what transpires on the shorelines of Crooked and Pickerel Lakes is negatively impacting the lake ecosystem and water quality. Over 50% of greenbelts on shoreline properties were found to be in poor condition and, in many cases, completely devoid of vegetation except for turf grass. Moderate to severe erosion was documented at 14% of properties, which is among the highest rates for lakes surveyed in Northern Michigan. Cladophora algae growth was noted at nearly one third of shoreline properties, of which 30% consisted of heavy growth (i.e., a strong indication of nutrient pollution).

And, approximately 65% of properties had altered shorelines. On a positive note, greenbelts at 36% of properties on Crooked and Pickerel were in excellent condition and the number of properties showing signs of nutrient pollution was lower than what is typically found in the region’s lakes. Results of the survey show the typical consequences of people living on the lake. Developing shoreline properties for residential, commercial or other uses invariably has negative impacts on the lake ecosystem. During the development process, the natural landscape is altered in a variety of ways: vegetation is removed; the terrain is graded; utilities are installed; structures are built; and areas are paved. These changes to the landscape and subsequent human activity in the shoreline area have consequences on the aquatic ecosystem. Nutrients from wastes, contaminants from cars and roads, and soils from eroded areas are among some

of the pollutants that end up in and negatively impact the lake following shoreline development. Clearly, there are many problems associated with shoreline property development and living on the lake. However, numerous best management practices are available to help minimize negative impacts to water quality. A buffer of diverse, native plants can be maintained along the shoreline to filter pollutants and reduce erosion. Impacts from stormwater runoff can be reduced using rain barrels, rain gardens, grassy swales, and many other techniques. Leachate reaching the lake from septic systems can be minimized through regular maintenance. By adopting such practices and improving shoreline property management, you can help protect water quality, strengthen the fisheries, and improve the quality of living and recreating on the lakes.

Importance of Natural Shorelines

Shore Survey Results for Crooked and Pickerel Lakes

Shore Lines, Spring 2013

Dudley Marvin

by Kevin Cronk and Hal Willens

Nature Around Our Lake Area

Wildlife Corner by Dave Droste

It’s always fun to see and hear the spring migration of Sandhill Cranes in our area. At one point I counted a noisy flock of 19 birds sharing a pasture with our local bovine herd. At an impressive 4 feet tall they are quite a sight. And when they start squawking, what a racket!

DescriptionAdult Sandhill Cranes are gray overall; during breeding, the plumage is usually much worn and stained, particularly in the migratory populations, and looks nearly ochre. The average weight of a large male is 10 lb. The Sandhill Crane has a red forehead, white cheeks and a long dark pointed bill. Its’ long dark legs trail behind in flight, and the long neck is kept straight. Immature birds have reddish brown upperparts and gray under parts. The sexes look alike. This crane frequently gives a loud trumpeting call that suggests a French-style “r” rolled in the throat, and they can be heard from a long distance. Mated pairs of cranes engage in “unison calling.” The cranes stand close together, calling in a synchronized and complex duet. The female makes two calls for every single call of the male. The Sandhill Crane’s large wingspan, typically 5.4 to 6.9 ft, makes this a very skilled soaring bird similar in style to hawks and eagles. Utilizing thermals to obtain lift, they can stay aloft for many hours,

fossil from Nebraska is often cited as being of this species, but this is more likely from a prehistoric relative or the direct ancestor of the Sandhill Crane and may not belong in the genus Grus. The oldest unequivocal Sandhill Crane fossil is 2.5 million years old, over one and a half times older than the earliest remains of most living species of birds.

BehaviorSandhill Cranes are fairly social birds that are usually encountered in pairs or family groups through the year. During migration and winter, non-related cranes come together to form “survival groups” which forage and roost together. Such groups often congregate at migration and winter sites, sometimes resulting in thousands of cranes being found together.

Food HabitsSandhill Cranes are quite

catholic in diet but are mainly herbivorous, often eating various types of food based on availability. They often feed with their bills down to the ground as they root around for seeds and other foods in shallow wetlands with vegetation or various upland habitats. Cultivated foods such as corn, wheat, and sorghum are readily eaten and may support large numbers of cranes. For example, waste corn is useful to the cranes in preparing for their migrations, providing them with nutrients for the long journey. Among northern races of Sandhill Cranes, the diet is most varied especially among breeding birds. Northern cranes and their offspring may variously feed on berries, small mammals, insects, snails, reptiles, and amphibians.

ReproductionSandhill Cranes raise one brood per year. In non-migratory populations, egg-laying can begin as early as December or as late as August. In migratory populations, egg-laying usually begins between early April and late May. Both members of a breeding pair build the nest using plant material from the surrounding areas. Nest sites are usually in marshes, bogs, or swales, though cranes will occasionally nest on dry land. The female lays 1 to 3 (usually 2) eggs that are oval-shaped and dull brown with reddish brown markings.

requiring only occasional flapping of their wings and consequently expending little energy. With migratory flocks containing hundreds of birds, they can create clear outlines of the normally invisible rising columns of air (thermals) that they ride. Sandhill Cranes fly south for the winter. In their wintering areas they form flocks of over 10,000 birds. One place to observe this is the Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, 100 miles south of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Sandhill Cranes migrate north in the spring to their summer breeding grounds in Michigan, Wisconsin, northern Minnesota, and on up through to the Canadian tundra and Alaska.

Fossil RecordThe Sandhill Crane has one of the longest fossil histories of any bird still found today. A 10-million-year-old crane

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ALANSON RIVERFEST2013 ALANSON RIVERFEST- August 9-13 2013For the past several years we have participated in the Alanson River Fest and are planning to do so again this year. This is one of our main outreach efforts for the year. Our purpose is to support the village of Alanson, and to gain recognition for the PCLA. We provide information on invasive species, and thanks to the Tip of the Mit Watershed Council, we pass out “boater hazardous material” spill cleanup kits. We will set up Friday afternoon (August 9), and the booth will be open on Saturday August 10th. We need volunteers to help set and man the booth. If you would like to help set up on Friday afternoon or work for an hour on Saturday, please contact Bill Wyman. (billwyman43@yahoo.com.)

Getting the Word Out

Both parents participate in incubation, which lasts 29 to 32 days. The chicks are precocial; they hatch covered in down, with their eyes open and are able to leave the nest within 24 hours of hatching. The parents brood the chicks for up to 3 weeks after hatching. They feed the young intensively for the first few weeks, and with decreasing frequency until they reach independence at 9 or 10 months old. The chicks remain with their parents until 1 or 2 months before the parents begin laying the next clutch of eggs. After leaving their parents, the chicks form nomadic flocks with other sub-adults and non-breeders. They remain with these flocks until they form breeding pairs and begin breeding between the ages of 2 and 7 years old. Sandhill Cranes provide extended bi-parental care to their young. Both members of a breeding pair build the nest, incubate the eggs and feed and protect the chicks for up to 10 months after hatching. Sandhill Cranes that reach independence are expected to live around 7 years. Sandhill Cranes can live to at least 21 years of age.

PredationAs a conspicuous and ground-dwelling species, Sandhill Cranes may face a variety of predators. Mammalian predators such as foxes, raccoons, coyotes, wolves, and bobcats readily predate cranes of any age, although they are a greater threat to young cranes. Birds that may predate young cranes or crane nests include ravens, crows, and smaller raptors, including hawks. Cranes of all ages may be predated by eagles, large owls, and even Peregrine Falcons. Sandhill Cranes often vigorously defend themselves from predators, especially when defending offspring which are not able to avoid ambushes as easily as their parents. When attacking potential avian predators they fly up at the predator and kick with their feet. When facing mammalian predators, they move toward the predator with their wings open and their bill pointed towards it. If the predator persists, the often hissing crane will attack, stabbing with their bill (which is powerful enough to pierce the skull of a small carnivore) and kicking with their feet.

Primary source: Wikipedia

Crooked River Lock sees 15 percent increase in vessel traffic in 2012

Vessel traffic through the Crooked River Lock in Alanson – along the scenic Inland Waterway – increased considerably during the 2012 navigation season. The season saw 8,532 vessels with 35,883 passengers aboard utilize the lock, a 15 percent increase in number of vessels and an 18 percent increase in passengers over the 2011 season.

Last season marked the first that the lock system was under operation of the Emmet County Parks and Recreation Department. “The lock is an important operation for boaters and tourism in Northern Michigan. The Inland Waterway attracts thousands of people to our region and consistent management ensures that the boaters who flock here can have an enjoyable experience along one of the most scenic water routes in the state,” said Laurie Gaetano, County Parks and Recreation Director.

Not surprisingly, the month of July brought the most vessels through the locks, at 3,376. August was the second busiest with 2,324 vessels and June and September were nearly the same around 680. The 2013 Lock Schedule has been set; opening weekend was April 20-21 and traffic was non existent as Crooked Lake was still frozen until April 27th when most of the ice was gone. Last year Ice Out was on March 17th.

Have a Great Boating season!! Dan Plasencia

Crooked River Lock Update

SHORE SURVEY RESULTS FOR YOUR PROPERTY

PLEASE TAKE ACTION FOR THE GOOD OF THE LAKESobvious on the home page. In addition, you can learn more about the survey, including results specific to your property,

by calling the Watershed Council at 347-1181 and asking for Kevin Cronk. After compiling the returned questionnaire responses (in the fall of 2013), Kevin will assess all information from the survey and questionnaire to identify problems and solutions. He will then (in the winter of 2014) write individual response letters to inform property owners of assessment results, as well as provide guidance for rectifying any problems. Working together, the Pickerel-Crooked Lake Association, Watershed Council, and YOU, we can turn things around and make the lakes an even

more desirable place to be. - Kevin Cronk and Hal Willens

Riparian land owners throughout Crooked and Pickerel Lakes will soon receive a letter that 1) summarizes survey results; 2) includes a unique code to confidentially view survey results for their property on-line; and 3) provides ideas for what everyone can do to reduce or eliminate impacts. In addition to the letter, some owners will receive a questionnaire about property characteristics and management, which is designed to assist with assessing each unique situation. If you receive a questionnaire, we strongly encourage filling it out completely and returning it to the Watershed Council office in downtown Petoskey. To facilitate the process, the survey will also be available on-line; simply visit the PCLA or Watershed Council’s web page and look for the link to the survey questionnaire, which should be

Eyes On The Prize

Factors affecting good health are vigilance and initiative. The health and well being of our lakes is due in part to Zone Leaders: Mary & Doug Fry, Kay & Mike Farrimond, Sissi & Bob Humphrey, Linda & Earl Caldwell, Barb & Dick Linder, Roberta Vanderbreggen, Karen & Dan Plasencia, Gail &Geoff Frey, Sue & Greg Warner, Jackie & Dave Harris, and Julie & Ric Pierpont and Boat Launch Monitors: Larry Marvin, Dudley Marvin, John Hoshaw, Dolly Osborne, Ray McMullen, Randy Crowe, Wayne Blomberg, Linda & Earl Caldwell and Don Priest. When next you see them express your gratitude---they are “good neighbors”. Invasive species issues being addressed by PCLA are: purple loosestrife (beetles that combat this plant will be collected and distributed June 12th); and curly leaf pondweed (one-quarter acre area to be chemically treated once in June and once in July). Invasive Species being monitored are zebra mussels, quagga mussels, fragmities, and gobies. We are grateful for the beauty and good health of our lakes. Please joins us in perpetuating an outstanding legacy.

The Invasive Species Committee: Jan Quaine, Maggie Wyman, Ray McMullen

BREAKFAST INVITATIONThe annual opening breakfast/brunch held at the Crooked Lake Yacht Club with the Inland Water Route Historical Society, Pickerel Crooked Lake Association and the Alanson Improvement Group, will be held on Saturday June 22nd at 10:00 a.m. It is fun - no long speeches but good opportunity to learn about our neighbor associations and the work they do. The price is $8 Please RSVP by June 16th to Karen Plasencia at karen@plabay.net or call 248-421-3566

DON’T BE LEFT OUT!

PCLA is publishing a special commemorative membership directory this year, loaded with history and photographs* as well as useful current information. Make sure you are included as our organization celebrates 50 years of caring for the lakes. This also is a good time to invite your neighbors to join, so their names can be included as well. If you have not sent in your membership dues, do not delay! We must have your information and payment in hand by June 15. It is our intent to have the directory available at the annual meeting, Saturday, August 3, and we need time to design a directory you will be proud to own. Call Karen Plasencia at 548-5656 if you need a membership application.

*Do you have photographs of the people and projects that have helped PCLA reach this milestone? We will scan them and get them right back to you. Please contact Karen at the number above.

Crooked Lake Sailors is offering sailing lessons for all ages beginning July 1st through August 3rd.. The youth morning sessions are 10-12:30 and afternoon 1-3:30. Additionally there are teen groups and race sessions during the afternoons. Adults are 4-6 Mon & Wed and 5:30-7:30 Tuesdays. Custom groups can be arranged on the weekends. We use prams, sunfish and assorted 15’-18’ dinghies. All instructors are US Sailing certified. For more information pick up a brochure at the yacht club or call program director Margie Graham 231-838-7775 or crookedlakesailors@hotmail.com. In addition we are looking for 13-15’ Wayler style chase boats and a few more sunfish to add to the program. On Tuesday July 9th beginning at 3 P.M. we are having a water activities open house and demos in conjunction with the Bahnhof.

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Remember& Honor

April storm with 40+ mile an hour winds on Crooked LakePhotograph by Dudley Marvin

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Or on our website: http://www.pickerel-crookedlakes.org

A History of the Pickerel Lake Association of Botsford Landing by Don Priest

It was summer time in 1931. The Burdens were invited to spend their two week vacation with relatives who had rented a cottage on Mullett Lake. The Burdens liked this part of the state so well that they decided they wanted to buy a lot and someday build a cottage near Bay View. One afternoon they took a trip to Crooked Lake, but found the property was too expensive. They looked across the lake and saw no cottages so they thought they might find lots cheaper on that side. They got on Pickerel Lake Road with the intent of exploring the eastern shore of Crooked Lake. They stopped at a farm house and asked, "Does this road lead to the eastern side of Crooked Lake?" "No, it leads to Pickerel Lake." He told them it was a lake further down the road and that it was connected with Crooked Lake. They decided to find Pickerel Lake. After riding a few more miles they saw another man and asked him about Pickerel Lake and asked him if he knew whether there were any lots for sale there. He told them that a farmer named Botsford had talked about subdividing some of his lake property. He told them how to find the Botsford farm. They were fortunate in finding Mr. & Mrs. Botsford at home. They told the Botsfords that they were looking for lake property and had heard that he was thinking of subdividing a part of his farm boardering on the lake. He said that he had been thinking about it and then took them along the lake shore where the cottages that make up the Pickerel Lake Association of Botsford Landing now are located. As the colony grew, it became apparent that some kind of an organization ought to be formed to deal with questions and problems and needs such as are bound to become apparent when a body of people dwell together. The Pickerel Lake Association became a reality on August 4th., 1940. On the following day a second meeting was held at which time the Articles of Association were adopted. An annual meeting of the association is held on the first Saturday closest to the 4th of July. The officers of the association are president, vice president, secretary and treasurer. They meet when necessary to handle association buisness before and after the annual meeting. The Pickerel Lake Association will be celebrating its seventy third anniversary on August 4th 2013.

IN MEMORY OF

Bill & Emilie Wackerby Chad & Suzanne Smoak

Richard B Simonsby Peter Simons

Mary Woodryby Joe & Meg (Murdock) Abbott

Agnes Rettigby Suzanne Wingate

Stan Mosierby Jean Zerges

Wayne & Cheryl Blomberg

Jenny Ann Marshallby Bill & Maggie Wyman

Don Rydeby Jim & Corrinne Niland

Edward & Olga Schmidtby Robert & Leona Janke

Jack & June DenBoerby Valerie & Mark McKenna

Frank & Jessie Lambertby Daniel & Gail May

Dick & Betty Steeleby Kalleen Steele

Lewis E Hopkinsby Mrs. J. G. Hopkins

Morris & Patricia Tubbsby Mary Ann Tubbs

Tim Kueblerby Quinton & Patricia Kuebler

Karl & Helen Wiepkingby George & Mary Stancel

Dr. Donald R. Harrisby Marilyn E. Harris

IN HONOR OFRyany, Keegan & Nolan Farrey

by the Farrey Family

P.O. Box 511 � Alanson, MI 49706 � www.Pickerel-CrookedLakes.org

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Pickerel–Crooked Lakes Association

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.”- Margaret Mead

Have you renewed your PCLA membership yet?

Your membership makes you part of a dynamic organization that is dedicated 100% to the active guardianship of our wonderful lakes. The PCLA mission is to provide a forum to address any potential problems and issues that can threaten our lakes and to actively work to protect and preserve them. This is achieved through education, advocacy, hands-on activites and social interaction with fellow lake enthusiasts. We have amassed an outstanding record of accomplishments that have had a positive impact on our lake quality and provided us with the opportunity to make a significant difference on water resource management.

It is especially important to renew your membership in this impressive organization in a timely way so you can be assured of being included in the PCLA 50th anniversary member directory. As part of our anniversary celebration, our directory this year will include a history of the formation and past activities and accomplishments of the PCLA. Don't miss out--renew today and join us at our anniversary celebration in July! See you there! Judy Reddick Brown

Crooked River Lock Schedule 2013

May 4-24 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

May 25-June 30 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

July 1-August 18 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

Aug. 19-Sept. 2 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

Sept. 3-8 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

Sept. 9-30 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Oct. Weekends 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

RED DOT on your mailing label? Ooopsie, your dues are not paid for the current year. Please return the enclosed renewal form at your earliest convenience.

Currently, the PCLA website is temporarily down. It will be back in service soon!

Thank you to all who participated in cleaning the

Crooked River shoreline!