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President’s Message 2018: Enjoyment- Environment- Evolution-Essence-Equilibrium

A few years ago people recognized that Big Sebago was not so big (or maybe too big) and, in order to enjoy that special day on the lake, they discovered the gem-Little Sebago Lake. There is a closeness our lake offers, if you want it, I believe unlike no other lake. You may enjoy its simple serenity or partake in socializing with kayak/paddle boarding excursions, sand bar relaxation, connecting with social groups and joining in with volunteer efforts- all of which mixes and makes friendships all along the seven mile stretch from the north in Gray to the south in Windham. Yes, perhaps we would like it as it was “back in the day”; reality is our lake is continually evolving. Change is inevitable and while this happens we need to keep its essence. It has always been the responsibility of the LSLA Board of Directors, past to present, to maintain and sustain our mission statement. It was simpler 20 years ago when we didn’t know about milfoil, there were no new kinds of invasive impacts challenging Maine borders, rental companies did not add to the boating density creating safety concern, environmental concerns all adding to the challenge of juggling what is necessary to preserve what draws us to Little Sebago. It is the continual determination and undying efforts by your BOD that keeps all things in check---this is what makes us tic. We are proactive and reactionary to environmental and mankind impacts trying to maintain balance and safety. Our BOD and committees are constantly listening and

creating new initiatives to maintain our lake. The most important part of our lake is YOU. Our initiatives will only work if all who use the lake are educated and take part in protecting and preserving the reasons why we live, visit and play here. It is with your stewardship and financial support that makes these protective efforts possible. We thank you so much for your generosity. So while you are enjoying the winter ice activities, summer sun, taking that plunge below the waters or sitting back to enjoy the call of the loon at night, please smile and remember that you have participated in doing your part in preserving your lake. It is all about the summer fun and creating generational memories to kindle us during the winter months waiting only to hear the call of the loon in the spring to mark that the summer season has begun again.

On Behalf of the LSLA BOD and Committee,

Pam Wilkinson LSLA President

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