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Ice Cream Boats and Little Sebago Lake: An Illustrious History

can all learn a thing or two from her. She says that the first thing she does every morning when she gets up and looks out from her cottage (located just at the mouth of Banjo Cove near the old Aim High camp) is to thank the Lord for giving her another day on Little Sebago Lake. These are the human stories that make the life of the ice cream boat operator one worth living, and make the lake a great place to live. However, this summer will be my fourth on the water (tying Jake for the longest stint!), and the future of the ice cream boat is forefront on my mind. I want to ensure that come my retirement, whether that be after this year or in a year or two, there will be someone to take up the reins and guide the ice cream boat into the next era of frozen-deliciousness. In many ways, I’ve written this piece in the hopes of inspiring any young (or old!) Little Sebago Lakers to imagine your blissful future cruising the shores of the lake, soaking up sun and delighting children and families with delectable treats and an unforgettable experience. Not to mention, it pays far better than being a cashier! And, as those who came before me have passed on a wealth of knowledge, I’ll always be willing to pass on tricks of the trade. I haven’t decided how long I’ll last yet, but for those interested in potentially working on an ice cream boat without jumping into the responsibility of owning one, please follow the page on Facebook (Good Ship Gelato), or just send me a message and I’ll let you know if an opportunity comes up! “The lake community has been blessed by various young entrepreneurs over the past years who wish to sell ice cream to those waiting so eagerly dockside, sand bars, or waving frantically on a boat. One of my most noted memory is being at the Hayden Bay sand bar (the second Pirate Cove of the lake) after the Pirate’s Parade and passing out ice cream from the ice cream boat to children.

I’ll end with a few simple words from Sharon Lamontagne, the matriarch of one the most ice cream- loving families on the lake “Life on Little Sebago will always be better with an Ice Cream Boat.” I hope you all agree, and I look forward to seeing you on the water!

Much Love,

Joe

ICE CREAM

But the best image I have is this “older” lady waving her hand saying, “May I have one of those dear?” Aren’t we all young at heart? And yes, if there is cream left after the children are happy, the young at heart always get some…we all like ice cream! I hope this tradition continues to make memories….. Pam Wilkinson, President

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