Ice-Out Weekend

April 19th & 20th, 2002

Lake Lucerne
We were told that the ice was pulled off the shore about 10 feet. When we got there on Friday this is what we found!
Lake Lucerne
The ice that was left was thin and fused together.
Lake Lucerne
Smashing ice sheets together still proved to be fun.
Lake Lucerne
The ice was only 1 inch thick.
Lake Lucerne
We paddled over to the rocks to see if the fish returned.
Lake Lucerne
No fish, but the water was very clear and very cold (44°F).
Lake Lucerne
I keep my hand in for 12 seconds! I believe this to be the new 44°F Lake Lucerne record.
Lake Lucerne
Grant's had a little damage.
Lake Lucerne
The lake is only 2" below the nail!


-Nemo, the guy with the blue hand and icy grip.