2015 Water Levels

[Frank Walsh]

It's that time of year. The constant query as to the water level for the coming year. How do I know. It still looks like a white topped parking lot out there. However, I took the liberty of dialing up the LOTWs Water Control Board's information. http://www.lwcb.ca/pdf/LakeoftheWoodsGraph2015.03.20.pdf They show it currently a few inches below normal for right now. But, as you know, it can change in a heartbeat. Not much snow this year yet to melt, so baring any unusual rain activity, draw your own conclusion.

[Tim Kelly]

Lol. Crystal ball getting a bit cloudy Frank?

[Frank Walsh]

Not me. Never venture a guess.

[c green]

My guess is it will be different from last year.

[Frank Walsh]

Unless it rains 40 days, and 40 nights.

[Frank Walsh]

Really, really low. Some of you may remember using the chain bolts as a reference to water depth. The bolts are now visible, and you can see just how much lower the water is. The ice next to the chain is sitting on a rock, and is not in the water, and is much higher than the water level. Have been to Young's Bay recently, and not much water in the harbor. All of the snow melted, so runoff done for the year. It’s all in the rain now........




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[Frank Walsh]

Here are some views from the ramp we use in the winter. You can see just how far the mud goes out. Should be well under water.



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[Frank Walsh]

Now that the ice is melting around the shore, and becoming water, you can better see the water level. Don't totally panic on the floating dock picture. The dock section is disconnected from the barge, and is tied up about 25-30 feet towards shore.



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[Muskie Junkie]

Currently it looks like it as low now as it was high last year. Should be interesting to see how things shake out.

Steve

[Frank Walsh]

A lot can happen by then.

[Frank Walsh]

Going pretty quick. Bay is dissolving right before our eyes. Open water as of today:


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[Frank Walsh]

Here's a site with a guy doing frequent reports from the air:

https://icepatrol.wordpress.com/

[Frank Walsh]

23707Good news is that I put my boat in Tim's spot today to fuel my boat. Awaiting a new hose for the main fuel hose. Bad news is that I had to use the trolling motor, held by hand at the surface, and barely made it in.

Can you say RAIN!!!!!!!



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[Frank Walsh]

Good news is that I put my boat in Tim's spot today to fuel my boat. Awaiting a new hose for the main fuel hose. Bad news is that I had to use the trolling motor, held by hand at the surface, and barely made it in.

Can you say RAIN!!!!!!!



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[dpear]

Rain.
http://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?CityName=Oak+Island&state=MN&site=FGF&textField1=49.31&textField2=-94.8497&e=0#.VVNsgZPDa1o

[dougj@wiktel.com]

Here's what the LWCB has to say. Doesn't sound too promising.

http://www.lwcb.ca/permpdf/MediaReleases/2015May11_LWCB_Media_Release.pdf

[dougj@wiktel.com]

Nice rainy day today, we'll see what that brings?

[Frank Walsh]

With the north winds, it's all in Warroad.

[Frank Walsh]

Wind is way down, and the water levels up a few inches. Be interesting to get an actual number when the water control board publishes it on Thursday. But for sure, obviously up quite q bit.

[dpear]

Bets n I ran up for the weekend.What beautiful weather and we were reminded quickly what a beautiful place the Lake is.Water is up from what it was but still low.Appeared to be a lot of water in the fields,creeks n rivers to the south though so suspect the level will raise a bit more over the next week or so.
Our fearless leader took me out for a few hours yesterday afternoon and if our trip is an indication of what's to come,we can expect a great year of fishing.
I'm particularly excited cause gas for me will be cheap this year since I
discovered our old Alaskan will run on fumes.When we got here the 24 gallon tank took 23.9.

[Frank Walsh]

And $1.30 cheaper than last year, but who's counting........................




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[dougj@wiktel.com]

The bass are very hungry!

[Rick W]

Sounds great! Muskie opener in 3 1/2 weeks!

[dpear]

And the situation is?
The world awaits.

LWCB seems to say up 3 inches with another couple expected but then,of course,the outflows are increasing.

[dougj@wiktel.com]

The lake is up almost a foot since ice out. Ice out level was 1057.7, current level is 1058.6, and slowly rising. The lake looks much different now than last June.
Lots of nice rocks to hit.

[dougj@wiktel.com]

Oh!

Also my boat is at my dock. Things are looking up! Heading out tomorrow again. The bass and walleyes better keep their heads up!

[dpear]

Hopefully still rising!
Glad to hear you're floating Doug.Looks like I'll be doing some fishing myself soon as the Boss bought me a new rig.:-)

[musky1969]

2377223771I love our bosses' mine got me a new rig in Sept. :)

[dpear]

Very nice Darren!We have a couple of very lucky women.:cool:

[Muskie Junkie]

Wow, very nice and the color is perfect Darren !!! DP, you are giving up on the Ghetto cruiser? So what is this new one going to look like?

Steve

[dpear]

Yup Steve,parted with it but did keep the rap music,pink steering wheel cover n dice.Haven't picked the new ride up yet so no pic.

[Frank Walsh]

Cameras are everywhere. Here you go..................

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vPbubMAYN7g

[JBlanck]

I saw Dick taking delivery of it yesterday so I snapped a photo.

[Frank Walsh]

Couple of TV personalities....... I'll have to do some research.

[glp]

You should charge admission for this good "stuff"!

[dpear]

Damn,Jeff stole my thunder.Hope to have another pic soon.Delay due to my indecision on 'finders'.Came with the standard Cro Magnon but I opted for the Neanderthal which has a heavier rock and uses para cord for the rope.
Hope you noticed the water is up a bit.

[Frank Walsh]

As promised....................


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6lihQdNC5Y0

[Muskie Junkie]

Oh the memories........

[dpear]

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It floats!

[dougj@wiktel.com]

Nice! Hope I get to ride in it a day or two!

[dpear]

Count on it Doug!
Heading out with Mike Ruffs(Mr Rad Dog)son to check it out a bit on some white bass locally in the AM.He's a techy of sorts and can help me get things functioning correctly.Man those touch screens seem nice though so far.

[Muskie Junkie]

Very Nice DP. The color should keep you in stealth mode. Not sure about the black things on the back but I am sure they will move it along at a OK pace.

Steve

[dpear]

So far so good on the motors.Just had the Boss out locally and she approves of the whole rig.Been awhile since I heard her giggling but white bass near every cast will do that.Wind went calm n the temp went up to 88 so we pulled out but loving the rig so far.
Heading to the Woods in a few days.

[JBlanck]

Very nice rig! Tis the season for black boats. Stay tuned.

[Lisa]

Beautiful boat Dick! Can't wait to see it in person!

[JBlanck]

There was a lot of driving last weekend but I got the old boat to a new owner and the new boat home. Staying with the theme, it's black on black. Not a '15 like Dick's but only one year old. I'm hoping to follow Dick around the lake and he won't notice when I sneak up on him because he thinks he's looking in the mirror...except I'll have to wear some sort of mask that makes me look like a goat! The only thing it's missing is the Ultera. I can't wait to get it up north!

[Frank Walsh]

Another black motor????? I feel sorry for Duane with the backlog, and worse, capital gains..................

[dpear]

Very nice Jeff!
Have to say it shows good taste.Wait,did I really say that?
Look forward to sneaking away from you soon.

[Frank Walsh]

Don't want to burst your bubble, but just had a customer refer to your new ride as the "BAT MOBILE".

Ron Burgandy is dead, long live Bruce Wayne!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[dpear]

I guess I can live with that.Remember,Batman is a Superhero.
In all modesty,I can live with this quote as well:"Batman's secret identity is Bruce Wayne, an American billionaire, business magnate, and philanthropist."

[Frank Walsh]

Coincidence???? I think not.................

You forgot to mention the other attributes, aka., gay, transgender, Throbbin-Robin, etc..






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[Frank Walsh]

Holy moley bat fans. A new "reserved" sign for the Bat-cave.


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[Frank Walsh]

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A new Ranger accessory? Think Forrest L. Wood is barking up this tree as we speak. All I can say is stay tuned for our next episode Bat Fans. More to come!!!!

[dpear]

Please don't encourage him.Sometimes if one ignores him he goes away.Sometimes.

[skeeterboy]

Please don't encourage him.Sometimes if one ignores him he goes away.Sometimes.

Some new ideas for the Batroom
http://www.outdoors911.com/reports/asset.php?fid=22002&uid=7006&d=1435336323http://www.outdoors911.com/reports/asset.php?fid=22001&uid=7006&d=1435336311

[Tim Kelly]

Cadillacs from the late fifties had some good looking fins on them. Ranger, being the Cadillac of fishing boats, looks to be going through the same phase of it's development. I approve. :)