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New Satellite View of Clark Lake

New Satellite View of Clark Lake

Every so often Google updates publicly available satellite photos of the entire world.  That, of course, includes our own piece of paradise, Clark Lake.  If you go to Google Maps and ask for the satellite overlay, you'll see the new photo. The date of the photo was...

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Results of Today’s Boat Wash

Results of Today’s Boat Wash

As reported a few hours ago, a boat wash was in place earlier today at the west end launch on Hyde Road.  The idea was to raise awareness of transporting invasive species from one lake to another, and to demonstrate one method of thwarting it. Here’s how it works. A...

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An Exhilarating High

An Exhilarating High

Along with the big events, Clark Lake has its serendipitous moments.  Not planned, but a joy to see or experience.  Today parasailing caught the attention of many around the lake. Some were quick with their phones and caught the action for all to enjoy.  So here are...

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Two Clark Lake Shows: Meteors and Sunset

Two Clark Lake Shows: Meteors and Sunset

The meteor show last night (Wednesday into Thursday morning) was impressive.  Beth June definitely wanted to witness this display of nature and succeeded.  "I went out on the dock about 12:45 am, wrapped myself in a blanket, and lay down on the dock looking towards...

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Update: Boat Wash

Update: Boat Wash

Today (Saturday, August 8) and tomorrow a crew is offering boat washes at the west end launch. The purpose is to remove invasive species that attach themselves to boats and trailers coming into or leaving the lake.  The concept is discourage the spread of fast growing...

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Raft-O-Rama: Before the Curtain Rises

Raft-O-Rama: Before the Curtain Rises

The process of creating a raft entry for Raft-O-Rama starts in concept, but so much more is involved before the first Sunday in August at Clark Lake.  There are the practical concerns of how take an idea and bring it to life on a raft in the water. Then there is the...

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Township Votes “Yes” to Weed Control

Township Votes “Yes” to Weed Control

Tonight (Tuesday 8/11), the Columbia Township trustees voted 6-0 to create a special assessment district (SAD) to deal with an invader threatening Clark Lake--hybrid Eurasian water milfoil or HEWM.  DNA testing has confirmed its presence in the lake and a survey last...

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Do You See It?

Do You See It?

Look just above the dragon's wing at the rear, on the starboard side. Thanks to Tucker Boyers for sending this to clarklakespirit@gmail.com.

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Goodies Are Going Fast

Goodies Are Going Fast

The Raft-O-Rama Committee reports there has been a lot of demand for Clark Lake merchandise this summer.  They suggest you make a trip to Doyles on Hyde Road while the getting is still good. Clark Lake towels are hot items.  The third shipment has arrived, but they...

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Another Big Show Coming to Clark Lake

Another Big Show Coming to Clark Lake

Raft-O-Rama, Run Clark Lake, the Great American Crab Races, Kayak Races, Kids Triathlon and many other fun events are now part of history for this year.  Is that all there is?  Not quite!  Nature has another show on the way, and Clark Lake is great place to enjoy it....

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Boat Wash Coming to Clark Lake

Boat Wash Coming to Clark Lake

Clark Lake has already suffered from the introduction of an invasive species into the lake--Eurasian water milfoil and its hybrid (HEWM).  Lakes that didn't fight it found recreational use of their lakes curtailed, wildlife habitat destroyed and property values...

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Have You Noticed?

Have You Noticed?

After an extended period of the sun setting far to the north, the sun is now setting each day more to the south.  And it seems the day-to-day change is not imperceptible--it is increasingly noticeable. It's a reminder that each day of summer at Clark Lake should be...

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State of the Lake 2014

State of the Lake 2014

Every year Carolyn Zader performs a series of tests on the waters of Clark Lake. Five months of each year, she gathers samples that are shipped to a lab for testing and takes readings on water clarity.  The water samples are tested for their content of phosphorous and...

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Marry Me??

Marry Me??

Those watching Raft-O-Rama today might have wondered about the way this raft was decorated. It was Shawn Tracy posing a very important question to Cindy Blevins on what turned into a very memorable Raft-O-Rama for the couple.  Friends were piloting the first raft...

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Raft-O-Rama Results 2015

Raft-O-Rama Results 2015

It was as if the creativity erupted like a volcano, except in a much more gentle way.  It would be hard to pinpoint the best ever Raft-O-Rama, but it were possible, this one would be a strong contender.  In all there were 27 rafts entered.  Right on schedule, they...

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Run Clark Lake 2015 Results

Run Clark Lake 2015 Results

The weather couldn't have been better--sunny, breezy, temperature not far above 70 and low humidity.  And at 8:30 am, Run Clark Lake started with a bang--really!  There is no question when it's time to start running for the some 900 competitors who start at the line...

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More Raft-O-Rama

More Raft-O-Rama

As this website has observed, those at Clark Lake preparing their entry for Raft-O-Rama are secretive about their plans.  It's a competition and surprise is part of the game. However, little bits and pieces of some of what is in store is leaking out.  And it appears...

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Famed Runner Tells Clark Lake His Story

Famed Runner Tells Clark Lake His Story

The greatest American marathon runner of all time told his story and gave advice this evening (Friday) at the Beach Bar.  Bill Rodgers headlined the Run Clark Lake preregistration.  He was introduced and interviewed by Race Director Pat Dwyer. In his remarks Bill...

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Followup: Clark Lake Sights

Followup: Clark Lake Sights

This summer Clark Lake has been treated to some of the most amazing sunsets ever.  They have been noted for their intricacies, complex but wild design, combinations of geometric shapes and colors ranging from gold to purple to pink to red to orange to blue, and...

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Raft-O-Rama Update

Raft-O-Rama Update

Secretive ways are continuing around Clark Lake.  If a stranger were to visit, he or she might wonder what's up with these people?  What are they hiding?  As those who live at the lake know, the work going on now must be kept under cover; and communications, sotto...

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Clark Lake in 1897

Clark Lake in 1897

There's an adage that goes something like this:  when going somewhere it helps to know where you have been.  Many at Clark Lake have a love for its lore, particularly those who have generational attachments to the lake.  So with that, here's part of the story of...

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40th Run Clark Lake

40th Run Clark Lake

Saturday's Run Clark Lake has something special in store for its 40th anniversary.  The event repeatedly has attracted elite runners from all over, but this year is headlined by Bill Rodgers who is recognized as the greatest American marathon runner of all time.  As...

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Balloon Meets Lake

Balloon Meets Lake

It's always interesting when a lighter than air device comes within a few feet of the waters of Clark Lake.  It's also interesting to see rafts and boats juxtaposed nearby while around the lake people watch this impressive sight. These photos were taken this evening...

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