As usual, Muir Lake was the first local lake open, this year in mid-April. Likely that reflects the winter aeration and the consequently thinner ice.
The boat launch gate was still locked (doesn't open until May 1) but the dock was in and 95% of the ice was off of the lake. A quick lift over the rocks and short (200-foot) carry and the kid and I were on our way.
There was a tiny bit of ice around the island, blocking the west-channel. We tried to bust through but it was too thick, so we went around the east side into the southern half.
The county had not yet been out to retrieve the snow fences they put out each year.
The sun came out while we were on the water and it was super nice despite being only 10 degree.
The only animals of note were a pair of camera-shy loons and a bunch of angsty geese.
Overall, a good start to the year and a good shakedown cruise for her. This was her first paddle since she broke her wrist paddle boarding last summer.
It looks like North lake and Little Mere as well as Chickakoo were also open.
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