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A Grand 250th Celebration!

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What a perfect day on Clary Lake! The annual 4th of July boat parade was a hit, as always! Great to see neighbors from around the lake. And we especially enjoyed watching the boys tubing! Who needs a powerboat?! 

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Thanks to Shanna and friends for generously sponsoring the fireworks display. We all look forward to it every year and this year was just as grand.

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Have a wonderful summer! We are fortunate to be surrounded by such beauty. 

If you have pictures you would like to share, please email them to webmaster@clarylake.org 

Clary Lake 4th of July Boat Parade!

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The 7th Annual 4th of July Clary Lake Boat Parade is on! It starts at the State boat launch at 2PM. This event is not a Clary Lake Association event, it’s a Clary Lake event and we support it. Everyone is welcome. It’s organized by Jason and Shanna Pease (pictured above in 2020). Word has it the extraordinary fireworks display is also on, scheduled for 9 PM. Have a happy, safe, and fun 4th!

Clary Lake
4th of July Boat Parade!!

7th Annual Boat Parade
Saturday, July 4
Where: Clary Lake
Time: 2 pm
Details: Decorate your boat
and meet down by the public
landing for a cruise of the
lake! Don’t forget to decorate
your dock!!! Rain or Shine!!
For more information call Shanna Pease at 485-4171.

A double rainbow after the storm

Sometimes a thunderstorm leaves behind a gift for all to see! Tonight, we were blessed with a rare double rainbow. Pretty much everyone on the west side of the lake ran out the door, camera in hand! It did not disappoint.

For those interested in the science behind rainbows, here’s a brief explanation:

A double rainbow occurs when sunlight reflects twice inside the raindrop. The secondary bow is fainter and features a reversed color sequence.

And if you could use a little hope:

A rainbow after a storm universally symbolizes hope, renewal, and the promise of better times ahead, representing the idea that hardships eventually pass.

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64th Clary Lake Association Meeting

The annual meeting was held on a beautiful summer day at the home of Gareth and Beverly Bowen. 

– George Fergusson provided updates on the Courtesy Boat Inspections which have concluded for the year, lake water quality, and the Membership Committee.
– Steve Cowles spoke on the current state of Dam Operations.
– Margaret Fergusson spoke about the Events Committee and would welcome additional ideas and assistance.
– Charlene Andersen, who is the new Treasurer, gave an update on fundraising and finances.
– Eleanor Goldberg gave an update on the loon count/restoration project. Our loon chick is doing well and getting big!
– Malcolm Burson gave an update on the watershed survey/lakesmart program. If you are interested in having a Lakesmart survey of your property, please contact Malcolm.

We raised $1430 by selling raffle tickets and an additional $95 from the 50-50 raffle. After the meeting we had a delicious potluck meal with burgers and hot dogs courtesy of Chef Bowen! Thanks very much to Gareth and Bev for hosting.

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Annual Membership Meeting Coming Right Up!

talking-heads-customBack in late 2018 we purchased the Clary Lake dam and for the next 5 years we held our Annual Meeting there. Last year and again this year we will hold our 2025 Annual Membership Meeting on Saturday August 23, 2025 at 3:00 PM at the home of Gareth & Beverly Bowen at 739 Gardiner Road in Jefferson.  We will setup some awning tents for shade and will provide chairs. We’ll hold the meeting rain or shine: In the event of rain we’ll simply move the meeting indoors. We will have our traditional potluck supper after the Meeting so bring your favorite salad, casserole, side dish, or what have you and of course, bring an appetite!

We will provide Zoom access to the meeting for those of you who can’t make it to the meeting in person. Please contact George Fergusson at secretary@clarylake.org if you are interested in attending the meeting via zoom. 

Remember, you need to be a paid up member to vote at the meeting. If you want to signup or renew your membership online, you can do so with PayPal or a credit card on our Signup or Renew Your Membership On Line page. A registration table will be set up by 1:00 PM for those of you who like to renew your memberships at the Annual Meeting. Please arrive early so you can complete your business before the start of the meeting!

If you need directions to the the Bowen’s home, use this handy form! Simply enter a zip code, road name, or complete address for directions: