Kegonsa From a Yellow Super Cub

by | Jan 9, 2023 | 2022-2023, Home Page

DNs wait for wind on Lake Kegonsa, January 7, 2023. Photo: Jeff Russell.

It was iceboat central here in Four Lakes on January 7 – 8, 2023. The DN Western Region championship and the 4LIYC each had a course on Lake Kegonsa. Saturday’s lack of wind may not have been ideal for ice sailing, but it was a perfect day for landing a Super Cub. Renegader Jeff Russell stopped by to say hello to the DNs and then hopped over to join his fellow Renegaders at Springer’s.

 

4LIYC Holiday Series Update: Still Much Learning

by | Jan 1, 2023 | 2022-2023, Home Page

Perfect day to sail an iceboat for the first time.

Same as Saturday, the breeze wasn’t there for racing, but perfect for pleasure cruising and introducing a 9-year-old to iceboating. “I can do this!” he yelled to his dad as he sailed past him. After taking many laps, he asked, “can I keep going?”

The Past Champions Iceboat Shop trailer has been loaded and in the ready-position. Ken Whitehorse and Paul Krueger brought their Class A Skeeters to join the fun, but rolling on a two-boat Skeeter trailer can be challenging.

Ken explains, “I was backing down the ramp as per the club website instructions. Suddenly, and with great vigor, PK yells, ‘STOP!’ I asked, ‘what’s going on?’ PK says, ‘my New Year’s Resolution is not to bust up more boat launch ice ramps!’ Yes, we headed straight back to the boat barn. Yes, PK is the front-runner for sportsman of the year 2023!”

Many thanks to all who pitched in including Paul McMillan, Jerry Simon, Don Anderson, and Pat Heppert. Thanks to those from out of town who joined us for the weekend.

Landing
PK says “STOP!”
Trophy C Skeeter
Ken Whitehorse presents Pat Heppert with a custom made Wisconsin Skeeter Association C Skeeter trophy.

 

4LIYC Racing News for 31 Dec & 1 Jan

by | Dec 30, 2022 | 2022-2023, Home Page

UPDATE

12-31-2022: Racing is called on. Waiting for wind.

The 4LIYC Tune-Up (for Saturday) and Holiday series (for Sunday) have been tentatively called on for December 31, 2022, and January 1, 2023, on Lake Kegonsa. Ice checkers will scout and sail Kegonsa on Saturday morning. We’ll confirm by 11 AM.

We received reports that Kegonsa is a consistent 7″ and is a solid sheet. We saw ATVs crossing the lake today and a few fish houses. The ice did not wet out because the snow was dry and powdery. Temperatures were relatively cold today, in the 30s.

The first race will start on Saturday, December 31, 2022, at 1 PM on Lake Kegonsa. Push trailers on the ice. DO NOT DRIVE ON THE ICE!

Ice checkers found 7″ of ice on Lake Monona on the west side,, but some open areas in the middle of the lake made Kegonsa a better choice. Mendota has 3″ of ice.

4LIYC Tune-Up & Holiday Series
December 31, 2022 and January 1, 2023
First Race: 1 PM, Saturday, December 2022
Sunday Start: 10 AM
Lake Kegonsa
Amundson Landing
Please be courteous to all who use the landing: Do not drive on the ice. Roll trailers on. Drop your trailer and park.
Don’t block the landing.

Amundson Landing

Kegonsa Safe for Eagles

by | Dec 19, 2020 | 2020-2021, Home Page

Slipping, slipping, slipping….

As of Friday, December 18, 2020, Lake Kegonsa was 99% skimmed over with ice. Ron Rosten shot this photo from the Pleasant Springs landing. He reports that the Eagles looked like they were having fun playing rough with each other like puppies. The ice is not ready yet, but we will keep our eyes on Kegonsa.