Fall can have great days on the lake also ya' know.

[RussC]

Just back from three days on Lost Creek Lake here in S Or. there was a bit of everything, as Thursday it was clear and hot so we swam, relaxed, and meandered around the lake.

But around 3:00 it finally brought in some nice mellow 6-8kt winds until the sun went down. we anchored at the West end of the lake to get the morning sun on Friday, and boy was that a great plan to view the sunrise!

Friday had some very light showers pass through, but still a nice day, and plenty of light wind to visit all points of the 3500 acre lake. Got our best sailing in later on Friday afternoon and evening when it picked up to 10-12 kt on into dark.

Saturday, as we were headed in around 1:00, brought out the only other sailboats we saw on the lake. "Man, Ya should have been here yesterday"

We sure hate to see summer winding down, but also discovered just how relaxing and beautiful fall sailing can be.

Russ&Jennifer

 

[Ralph Johnstone]

it was clear and hot so we swam, relaxed, and meandered around the lake

I never fail to get jealous when I hear of you lake people in swimming on a hot day, getting out, and you're pristine. Not so much in salt water.

 

[williamtl]

I have a cousin in the keys. When we stopped to swim the first time he threw this big black container up on the deck. Didn't know what it was until we were done. By that time the sun had heated it up and we all took a warm shower. Great if your day sailing or have some place to get fresh water.

 

[agprice22]

Dangit! We got no love on Seneca today! Nice sunshine, but just drifting weather.
But yes, the water is amazing...

 

[Cowpokee]

Fall is when our sailing season starts getting good. (The winds are more consistent) It was so good yesterday that I stayed out well past dark. Finished off the day with a extremely enjoyable moonlight sail.

 

[Scott T-Bird]

Yesterday was so enjoyable, I hated to pack up and go home. But Sue was making dinner and work calls ....
Sue's boot came off her foot last week and she wants to wear normal shoes at her son's wedding next Saturday, so she doesn't want to take any chances on the boat until the weekend after next.
I remember diving in off the coach roof of the boat on Lake Hopatcong. Can't say that I'm going to do that in the 6' to 8' water depth of Barnegat Bay, especially when I can't even see beneath the surface. Yes, I miss taking a refreshing swim after the sweat is dripping off me when I'm putting stuff away on the sailboat. Now, I have to crank up the car's A/C to find relief from the sticky, salty air mixed in with greenhead bites.

 

[jssailem]

Scott. You could always shower on the boat....

 

[Scott T-Bird]

Yes! that looks refreshing! Actually, a cockpit shower is in my plan for winter improvement.

 

[jssailem]

You might want to assure Sue that there will be no brunettes allowed in the shower.

 

[jssailem]

I'm looking at the same project somewhere in the future.

 

[Love and Luck]

Yes! that looks refreshing! Actually, a cockpit shower is in my plan for winter improvement.

I noticed the "Sailing Uma" vlogger kids post-swim showering with something similar to this:

$9.97, walmart.

 

[Scott T-Bird]

You might want to assure Sue that there will be no brunettes allowed in the shower.

I'd be more worried about being replaced in the shower, if she saw that advertisement.

 

[RussC]

We carry one of these on the boat, and it works well enough, wile standing in the cockpit.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01B3AVH52/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
We heat up some water on the cook stove and dump it into a 2 gallon jug for days when the lake looks a bit to "brisk" for a swim.

 

[h2o_snow]

Nice! Fall is our favorite time to sail. Less people, less heat and better winds.
Spent Sat eve anchored on Lucky Peak and did not see another sailboat. Notice the high (normal water mark). Draw down started in Sept.

Yesterday am (just before raising the sails and heading home).

 

[walt]

Been a little chilly for sailing but we have been taking some nice walks at the lake.. This picture is from two days ago in Colorado (at least the lake is slightly visible through the trees..LOL).