We are enjoying a beautiful summer day today.  This is the weather we've been waiting for - and it comes on a weekend!!  It doesn't get any better than this.

I have a couple of things that have come to me this morning.  

First, we are making another plea for people to keep their pets controlled.  We have a report of dogs running free on North Shore Road area - and while it's early in the season, some of our members have returned early to enjoy the early nice weather, plus there are many more year around residents than there used to be, therefore, it is necessary for people to keep their pets controlled whenever they are here.  Please don't let dogs run free.  Not only could they harm other pets or people, they could get into serious trouble with wild animals or otherwise get hurt.
There are ordinances in both Cabot and Danville regarding dogs.  If anyone wishes more information, contact the town offices.

I had this message from Helen Morrison this morning: 
 

Hi, Jane -

Gorgeous weather, eh!  I was on an early morning bird walk this past week along Channel Drive.  It is a great bird-viewing area: warblers, finches, ring-necked ducks.  And at the very end, we could look across to the Pearl's island and there was a loon on his/her nest.  Apparently they have not chosen the floating nest but rather the shore of this small island.  Warning signs are posted all around the nest, maybe ten yards out.  But I wonder if it might not be a good idea to remind camp folk to go slowly up at the north end around both islands....i.e. no wake.  And of course, to let their renters know, as well.

Take care.  Have a great day.

 

 It's very good news that the loons are on their nest, but it will take special care to keep them safe since they've chosen to nest in a more natural spot that will not raise and lower as the floating nest did, but could easily be washed away by the wake of a speeding boat.  There is plenty of space south of the islands for boats, so until the chicks are safely out of the nest, please, please be considerate.

 

I had a message from Terri Persons that they are looking for items for the Fourth of July rummage sale in Cabot.  Terri said perhaps people who are opening camp will have items that still have some use that they want to dispose of, so get in touch with Terri.  Her number is 279-6818.  Be sure you plan to visit Cabot on the Fourth - it's always a good time, the parade is awesome and there is something for everyone so you can spend the whole day with the family.  I'll have more about what's happening later on, but mark your calendars, and get in touch with Terri if you have items for the rummage sale.