Happy Mother's Day

As you can see, my flowers have finally bloomed here at Bosebuck Mountain Camps.  After two weeks of rain, I think they were just waiting for the sun to shine which it did beautifully yesterday.  Although it has yet to make an appearance today.

The fishermen are happy with the overcast skies.  They tell me it's perfect conditions.... not too bright or windy unlike yesterday. 

Congratulations to our nephew Dale (pictured above with his father, David) who shot his first turkey this past weekend.  He weighed in at 16 pounds.

Our fishermen of the Spring 2012 season will be arriving tomorrow and thanks to the recent rainfall, conditions are looking good.  The water levels in the rivers, ponds and lake have risen over the past two weeks and currently sit at near normal.  It has been cold overnight though so I'm sure the water temperature will require long johns under waders for at least another week or two.

Hope you had a chance to view the full moon last night.  We had a spectacular view from here at Bosebuck Mountain Camps.  It was so full and bright it almost looked fake.



Well here we are, May 1st and vacation is over.  The project list is nearing completion and our fishermen will be arriving on Monday, May 7th.  We are excited to begin another season and look forward to greeting old friends and first time visitors to Bosebuck Mountain Camps.  Our entire crew, Ann, Shannon, Dana and Chad have all returned and we have all been working to get this place in tip top condition.

"Ice-out" for Aziscohos was declared on April 15th and even though snowfall was below average this winter, lake levels are now near normal due to recent rain (including today) and  two inches of fresh snow this past weekend. After some unseasonably warm temperatures in March, we have returned to cooler temperatures with overnight lows in the teens.  Fishermen, be sure to pack your long johns because you'll need them under your waders.

Yes, we are still here and so isn't our typical New England weather.  Last week the mercury hit a high of 82 degrees but for the last two days we have been in the depths of winter again.  As you can see from this webcam photo, sunrise this morning revealed the cold, hard truth... snow.

Just when the fishermen were getting excited thinking they might be able to wet a line earlier than usual, cold temperatures have returned to Bosebuck Mountain Camps.  With that said, many of our spring dates for fly fishing the upper Magalloway have already been reserved, but we still have some openings.  If you haven't called to make your reservation yet I would advise you to call sooner than later.

Can you believe it?  This is the end of our fifth winter here at Bosebuck Mountain Camps.  Mike & I would like to thank everyone that came by for food &/or gas and also those who enjoyed a stay! Unfortunately snow conditions this season have failed to live up to past experiences and spring riding has come and gone already.  All trail grooming has ceased for the year and we would like to extend a very big THANKS to RLSC, their groomer operator, Eben and the new club, Bosebuck Mountain Riders www.bosebuckmountainriders.com

The dining room will be closing tomorrow, Sunday, March 18th, 2012, for the winter season.  I know the fishermen will be watching the web cams like a hawk just waiting for the ice to retreat, but right now we plan to reopen on Thursday, May 10th.  Check back for an update as this may change depending on the weather conditions.

And, two more deer killers gone.

Yes, it was a beautiful day here yesterday. Yes, the sun was shining and the thermometer actually hit 60 degrees.  Yes, we did receive a little rain and some snow did melt.  YES, the temperature dropped like a rock after mid-night and the mist turned to snow leaving behind at least 3 inches late last night into this morning.  The wind from the north has died down and we can actually see across the lake now.  Current conditions at 6:52AM are; 20 degrees, wind from the Northwest at 5 to 8 MPH and light snow falling.

For those travelling from NH on 20 to ITS 84, please be advised that there is a considerable amount of water on the trail.  It has been marked, but you should use caution in that area.  With the warm temps of yesterday, you may find other areas along the trail that softened yesterday and refroze overnight so please be aware of current trail conditions.

After all our waiting for winter it has finally arrived here in March.  Although the sun is shining in brilliant blue skies, the thermometer was reading 15 degrees below zero at 6:30 this morning.  We have some of the best trail conditions right now than perhaps at any other time this season...  and it's March.  What's up with that?

With only four weeks left in the season, it's now or never so get on that sled and experience the great outdoors.  Reservations for this weekend are filling quickly, so call ASAP before you miss out.