Super Raffle Slated for Next Summer

Fundraising seems to occupy an inordinate amount of time, but it’s all for a good cause. What better way than to buy chances for some terrific gifts? Three of our Board members, Ed Hinkley, Terry King and Marion LaFlamme have volunteered to chair a raffle. Prizes will be 5-6 good gifts; the raffle books will be sent out next Spring and winners will be picked at our Annual Meeting on July 10, 1999.

Do you want to remember someone in a special way? I suggest making a donation to TLIA in honor of his/her birthday or an anniversary. Last summer, I was so honored. Friends and family surprised me by making donations in honor of my "special" birthday, which totaled over $400! I couldn’t have been more pleased…for charity is a noble thing. There was nothing I really needed, and TLIA benefited from my longevity.

Guess what? We’re already thinking Summer ’99. Scott Williams, aquatic biologist, who tests our Lake every other year, will be our guest speaker on Saturday, July 10. His topic, Invasive Plants, includes slides and descriptions of specific invaders, such as Eurasian Milfoil and Zebra Mussels, which are deleterious to the health of a lake. Most States east of the Great Divide already have afflicted lakes. Learn to identify and prevent this from happening in your lake.

Aerial photographs of Tripp Lake can still be ordered through Barb & Ed Perreault. Many have been sold as birthday or Christmas gifts or as a special gift to ourselves. This handsome autumn scene, taken from the southern end of the Lake, is perfect for nostalgia. Recreate those happy memories with a visual reminder. Available sizes and prices are: 4x6---$6; 5x7---$10; 8x10--- $20; 11x14---$35; 12x18---$45. All but the two smallest sizes are dry mounted and all are suitable for framing. Please add $3 for mailing.