I have a few notifications and reminders for you today. The summer season is almost here and already things are beginning to buzz around the pond. Jamie Dimick was out rounding up buoys today - the one at Smith's Point took a hike up the pond on an ice floe this spring, but Jamie spotted it this morning and was able to haul it back in place. He told me he saw Ted Chase and stopped to talk with him a bit - Ted is looking good and like all of us, ready for a nice summer.

Lots of people will be returning this week and next. I had a message from Richard Gagne today and a link he thought some people would be interested in around the pond. Click HERE to see it. 

Also, Shelly Walker reminded me that there will be a memorial service for her dad, Don Walker, on May 17 at 11 a.m. at the Berlin Corners Cemetery. If you have questions, give Shelly a call at 802-563-2357.

After reading about me possibly have a bear on my deck chewing at my weather gauge,
Cheryl Castner sent an email and this photo of a bear near her in New Jersey. The poor thing! Wildlife people have set a trap, hoping to capture the bear and remove the plastic on his head.  I expect the bear will be able to work it off eventually, but it must be pretty uncomfortable! Bears are very hungry this time of year, so please be extra careful about leaving anything outside that has had food in it or that you've used for cooking, etc. Even grills can be damaged by hungry bears, put them inside after using - otherwise, the bears will smell the residue on the grates and try to get to it. They are powerful beasts - even the little guys. 

All of you who are heading back for the summer - travel safely. We look forward to seeing you soon and to a great summer ahead.