5/7/08 – The ice is out on Sawbill Lake! The official date is May 6th as the lake was essentially ice free by sunset last night. I will try to get out for a paddle this evening to check out Alton Lake. Usually, Alton, Cherokee and some of the larger lakes keep their ice for a few days after Sawbill goes out. – Bill

A small amount of residual ice is blown in by a stiff north wind. Most of Sawbill Lake is ice free.

Extremely high water brought this unexpected driftwood visitor to the canoe landing. Once the ice melts, it should migrate down to the mouth of Sawbill Creek.