Highland Lake Sees Ice Out by Early April 2025

Wildlife Return on Highland Lake Heralds Spring

ANDOVER — Happy spring! The ice went out on Highland Lake either very late on April 4 or early April 5. Broken ice often floats along the shore of the public beach and mouth of the channel for hours before disappearing. I usually call it “ice out” when the lake is open from the east […]

Hiker Prepares for 2,200-Mile Hike on Appalachian Trail

ANDOVER — How much does the knife weigh? How much do those winter pants weigh? How much does the protein bar weigh? How much does the book weigh? How much does the plastic bag weigh?  Can I carry 25 pounds on my back? What exercise can I do at the gym that simulates hiking up […]

Annual Ice Fishing Derby Attracts Record 224 Attendees

ANDOVER – The Andover Fish & Game Club held their annual Ice Fishing Derby on Highland Lake on Sunday, January 26, on a cold but sunny day. There was a record turnout of 185 adults and 39 kids! The fishing was very successful, with many people catching something. The first place winner for the Adult […]

A Cold but Sunny Day on Highland Lake in January

Family Clears an Ice Rink on Highland Lake

Skating on Highland Lake after Christmas 2024

Skiing at Veterans Memorial Rec Area in Franklin

Of a Feather — Life at the Feeders

About two weeks ago I put up our bird feeders during a cold snap and then it got warm again. But nights have often been cold, even when the sunny days saw temperatures in the 50s or 60s. The birds have been abundant on most mornings, so I did not have the heart to stop […]