Link
Go to the following link to see photo album of flood and rebuilding effort
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.212789688751435.58386.105961866100885
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Time for a Party~Party with the RENEGADES
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From Billy Jo Hurley at Renegades Saloon~
We have invited Bob from Lakeview to be our Guest DJ/Karaoke this Friday night! They are in the process of remodelng Lakeview....so for all of you who have missed them as much as we have....come on in to Renegades Saloon this Friday night and say "hello" to Bob and Linda from Lakeview! We will be having drink and shot specials all night long!! See you there!!
From Billy Jo Hurley at Renegades Saloon~
We have invited Bob from Lakeview to be our Guest DJ/Karaoke this Friday night! They are in the process of remodelng Lakeview....so for all of you who have missed them as much as we have....come on in to Renegades Saloon this Friday night and say "hello" to Bob and Linda from Lakeview! We will be having drink and shot specials all night long!! See you there!!
Friday, May 20, 2011
Latest Update on Poinsett from Rick Smith
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LITTLE TO NO MOWING....YEAH....READ ON!
-----Original Message-----
From: Smith, Richard - Hayti, SD
Sent: Thursday, May 19, 2011 4:22 PM
Subject: May 19,2011 Poinsett Update
Lake levels-
Waited until today to get probably best reading of the week. Forecast is
for potential heavy rain (2+inches) over next 72 hours. Current Poinsett
level is 1655.97 which would be a little more than 18 inches down from
the peak this Spring, but still 5 1/2 ft above full. Lake Marsh has
dropped 1 ft from its high, but county roads around it remain underwater
although some are driving through one of the spots. North and South of
Hayti remain closed to all traffic.
Erosion and water clarity-
We've had some wind this week but pretty much contained to less than 20
MPH, and with the lake dropping, it resulted in little erosion. Water
has really cleared up with no new sediment being pulled in off the
shorelines.
Checking on damaged shoreline-
I walked the entire NE Lake Drive shoreline today and will continue so
around the lake as time permits. Each lot is so different in what has or
hasn't happened, how it could be fixed and what the owner is willing or
able to do. There is opportunity for some areas to begin fixing or
adding to protection now, but the majority will still have to wait for
lower water conditions. I was actually quite pleased at how well much of
the past work had held together when done right, with new erosion only
happening because we reached a higher elevation. Of course other sites
that had not participated in the shoreline stabilization practice
previously have severe damage. Several cabins need to seriously consider
being raised and/or moved back from the shoreline before considering
shoreline work. I'm still struggling with trying to approve of the
vertical walls of any kind. The high splash effect on structures and
lawns looks to have done the majority of damage. Again, sloped
shorelines had the least damage. The other factor on the severely eroded
shorelines was where at one time or another excavation or fill from
cabin or house construction was deposited near the shoreline to level
out a lawn, but create a drop off to the lake.
The Estelline Township did bring in rock to elevate the road on NE Lake
Drive so that owners have a dry access road.
Choosing a grass species for a lake cabin- I know that many residents
like a green short mowed or trimmed lawn. Many residents will eventually
be reseeding their lawns after some of the damage to shoreline has been
fixed. Now would be a good time to consider making a change to your
grass lawn concept. First consider the prominent grass type presently
used. Kentucky Bluegrass can survive being mowed really short, but needs
to be mowed once a week and has a very shallow root system under this
scenario of weekly mowing. With the erosion that happened it is very
easy to see how shallow the root structure was on these grass lawns, and
it takes deep roots to stabilize soil. Plus how many of you long to get
to the lake so you can mow the grass, fertilize the grass, spray for
weeds and rarely, lately, turn on the water sprinkler?
An option to consider is choosing a low maintenance grass that requires
no mowing or at least less than 3 times a year mowing, sends roots deep
into sandy and gravelly soils (no watering), is slow to start growth in
Spring, maintains green color and softness during hottest part of
summer, and has a pleasant tan or straw coloration in the fall. You can
top it off with being a native SD species acclimated to whatever Mother
nature dishes out.
While buffalo grass (6 in.) and blue grama (4-12 in.) are commercially
promoted for this xeriscape purpose, they are hard to establish (but
worth the effort if you have determination). We have found that Sideoats
grama has been a very good choice for the above mentioned qualities and
much easier establishment. We recommend this grass for the area between
rows of new shelterbelt plantings as it can handle some shade, fills in
relatively fast to keep out weeds and doesn't create a lot of biomass to
accumulate. We have planted this on some 'God Awful' stony, gravelly
excavated soil behind our office building and it has flourished needing
only one or two mowing per summer to keep presentable if desired that
way. The key to establishing it for a lawn is to plant it thick as it
will not spread as fast as bluegrass. If you are interested in a better
grass for your lake cabin lot, consider sideoats grama or any of a mix
of these better options. I can direct any inquiries to seed dealers that
can offer more specific answers.
Rick Smith
Lake Poinsett Watershed Coordinator
PO Box 165
Hayti, SD 57241
605-783-3353
LITTLE TO NO MOWING....YEAH....READ ON!
-----Original Message-----
From: Smith, Richard - Hayti, SD
Sent: Thursday, May 19, 2011 4:22 PM
Subject: May 19,2011 Poinsett Update
Lake levels-
Waited until today to get probably best reading of the week. Forecast is
for potential heavy rain (2+inches) over next 72 hours. Current Poinsett
level is 1655.97 which would be a little more than 18 inches down from
the peak this Spring, but still 5 1/2 ft above full. Lake Marsh has
dropped 1 ft from its high, but county roads around it remain underwater
although some are driving through one of the spots. North and South of
Hayti remain closed to all traffic.
Erosion and water clarity-
We've had some wind this week but pretty much contained to less than 20
MPH, and with the lake dropping, it resulted in little erosion. Water
has really cleared up with no new sediment being pulled in off the
shorelines.
Checking on damaged shoreline-
I walked the entire NE Lake Drive shoreline today and will continue so
around the lake as time permits. Each lot is so different in what has or
hasn't happened, how it could be fixed and what the owner is willing or
able to do. There is opportunity for some areas to begin fixing or
adding to protection now, but the majority will still have to wait for
lower water conditions. I was actually quite pleased at how well much of
the past work had held together when done right, with new erosion only
happening because we reached a higher elevation. Of course other sites
that had not participated in the shoreline stabilization practice
previously have severe damage. Several cabins need to seriously consider
being raised and/or moved back from the shoreline before considering
shoreline work. I'm still struggling with trying to approve of the
vertical walls of any kind. The high splash effect on structures and
lawns looks to have done the majority of damage. Again, sloped
shorelines had the least damage. The other factor on the severely eroded
shorelines was where at one time or another excavation or fill from
cabin or house construction was deposited near the shoreline to level
out a lawn, but create a drop off to the lake.
The Estelline Township did bring in rock to elevate the road on NE Lake
Drive so that owners have a dry access road.
Choosing a grass species for a lake cabin- I know that many residents
like a green short mowed or trimmed lawn. Many residents will eventually
be reseeding their lawns after some of the damage to shoreline has been
fixed. Now would be a good time to consider making a change to your
grass lawn concept. First consider the prominent grass type presently
used. Kentucky Bluegrass can survive being mowed really short, but needs
to be mowed once a week and has a very shallow root system under this
scenario of weekly mowing. With the erosion that happened it is very
easy to see how shallow the root structure was on these grass lawns, and
it takes deep roots to stabilize soil. Plus how many of you long to get
to the lake so you can mow the grass, fertilize the grass, spray for
weeds and rarely, lately, turn on the water sprinkler?
An option to consider is choosing a low maintenance grass that requires
no mowing or at least less than 3 times a year mowing, sends roots deep
into sandy and gravelly soils (no watering), is slow to start growth in
Spring, maintains green color and softness during hottest part of
summer, and has a pleasant tan or straw coloration in the fall. You can
top it off with being a native SD species acclimated to whatever Mother
nature dishes out.
While buffalo grass (6 in.) and blue grama (4-12 in.) are commercially
promoted for this xeriscape purpose, they are hard to establish (but
worth the effort if you have determination). We have found that Sideoats
grama has been a very good choice for the above mentioned qualities and
much easier establishment. We recommend this grass for the area between
rows of new shelterbelt plantings as it can handle some shade, fills in
relatively fast to keep out weeds and doesn't create a lot of biomass to
accumulate. We have planted this on some 'God Awful' stony, gravelly
excavated soil behind our office building and it has flourished needing
only one or two mowing per summer to keep presentable if desired that
way. The key to establishing it for a lawn is to plant it thick as it
will not spread as fast as bluegrass. If you are interested in a better
grass for your lake cabin lot, consider sideoats grama or any of a mix
of these better options. I can direct any inquiries to seed dealers that
can offer more specific answers.
Rick Smith
Lake Poinsett Watershed Coordinator
PO Box 165
Hayti, SD 57241
605-783-3353
Friday, May 13, 2011
Sunday, May 1, 2011
Looking for Information about Poinsett Flood Waters?
There's a new site on facebook worth checking out for photos and updated news from contributors all around the lake. You will also find the links for news reports from TV and newspapers. Follow the link: https://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/lakepoinsett to find the Lake Poinsett Community Page.
As of this writing, LAKEVIEW is closed indefinitely due to the flooding.
As of this writing, LAKEVIEW is closed indefinitely due to the flooding.
Friday, April 15, 2011
LAKEVIEW CLOSED. Ark Party moves to Badger.
lakeviewfacebookpage
LAKEVIEW's Ark Party, planned for this Saturday night, has moved to the Badger Legion Hall. Come party 2 x 2 with us at the Ark Party from 7pm - midnight, April 16th. Mother Nature had her way last night and flooded us out. LAKEVIEW has closed her doors for an undetermined length of time.
We'd just like one last chance to get together with all our loyal customers and friends to say, "thank you and good bye" for now. Let's have some fun, laugh and sing as we take a break from sandbagging and the high water blues for a night.
We'll continue to keep the lake community posted as we determine the future of our business. There is a rainbow out there for us, somewhere...
LAKEVIEW's Ark Party, planned for this Saturday night, has moved to the Badger Legion Hall. Come party 2 x 2 with us at the Ark Party from 7pm - midnight, April 16th. Mother Nature had her way last night and flooded us out. LAKEVIEW has closed her doors for an undetermined length of time.
We'd just like one last chance to get together with all our loyal customers and friends to say, "thank you and good bye" for now. Let's have some fun, laugh and sing as we take a break from sandbagging and the high water blues for a night.
We'll continue to keep the lake community posted as we determine the future of our business. There is a rainbow out there for us, somewhere...
Thursday, April 14, 2011
LAKEVIEW is OPEN
From all of us at LAKEVIEW, we want to thank everyone for their positive support and comments. It helps us keep our heads up as we continue on day by day. Yes, wear your boots when you stop in to see us. We're open every morning at 7am until 4pm. Friday & Saturday nights until midnight or later. Lord willing, the Noah's Ark Party is on for Sat. night!
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
One day at a time...LAKEVIEW is OPEN.
For the latest from the newscasters on the flooding on Poinsett, visit
http://www.keloland.com/NewsDetail6162.cfm?id=113550
http://www.keloland.com/NewsDetail6162.cfm?id=113550
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Calm before the Storm?
Lake Poinsett Group-Discussions Calm weather today with an overcast sky and a dark cloud looming in the form of a forecast for rain tonight. The forecast map shows us "on the edge" of the predicted storm area. Lakes Albert and Poinsett both developed black ice yesterday, but it's still thick ice.
Water level has risen this week, but seems to have slowed both yesterday and today. Now it's what the weather does that will impact the flooding and ice damage. For the latest email forwards-communication buzz around the lake, look to the Facebook Lake Poinsett group-discussions. Read from bottom first. Most recent posts are at the bottom of the Discussions page.
Water level has risen this week, but seems to have slowed both yesterday and today. Now it's what the weather does that will impact the flooding and ice damage. For the latest email forwards-communication buzz around the lake, look to the Facebook Lake Poinsett group-discussions. Read from bottom first. Most recent posts are at the bottom of the Discussions page.
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
LAKEVIEW is OPEN!!
LAKEVIEW is planning an ARK Party, April 16th. Will post details as the date draws near.
Despite what you might hear, so far there is no water in the building and the parking lot has dry pavement and a boardwalk to the door. Come on in, we're still serving breakfast beginning at 7am., lunch and dinner until 8 or 9pm. Convenience store stocked with snacks, pop and beer.
http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/topic.php?uid=127116597324769&topic=587
This is the home of Lake Poinsett Group discussion page. Click on the link to read updates or to reply with what you are seeing.
Despite what you might hear, so far there is no water in the building and the parking lot has dry pavement and a boardwalk to the door. Come on in, we're still serving breakfast beginning at 7am., lunch and dinner until 8 or 9pm. Convenience store stocked with snacks, pop and beer.
http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/topic.php?uid=127116597324769&topic=587
This is the home of Lake Poinsett Group discussion page. Click on the link to read updates or to reply with what you are seeing.
Thursday, March 31, 2011
No Foolin, Live Music at LAKEVIEW this Weekend!
LAKEVIEW on Facebook
They are back by popular demand, Crossroads Band will be rocking the house starting at 9pm both Friday and Saturday Nights. Come out, bring your friends and let's have some fun!
They are back by popular demand, Crossroads Band will be rocking the house starting at 9pm both Friday and Saturday Nights. Come out, bring your friends and let's have some fun!
Monday, March 28, 2011
Lake Poinsett
From an email forwarded to me, Saturday March 26, 2011. For those that can't make it to the lake right now, read on...
Was cold again last night out here at the lake. Really hasn't been any melting at all the past couple of days. I am thinking that has got to help. But water is still flowing like crazy into the lake!
I drove all the way around the lake yesterday. You can tell the homeowners that can't get out here that the lake is still frozen (as you can see by my pictures). In fact by the Methodist Camp and also by Prestrudes people are actually out there ice fishing! Only open water I saw was by the inlets. Now, I am not the smartest guy out here at Poinsett, but it sure APPEARED to me that the ice was rising along the shoreline in some spots. It looked like the ice was bulging in spots and pushing the sand up in other places. Now again, take it for what it's worth because it's coming from me ok! LOL
A lot (not all) of the cabins still have a lot of snow drifts around them.....driveways are blocked...drifts between the cabins....and drifts preventing you from getting down to the lake. So some might need to bring a shovel if they plan on coming out this weekend. Roads leading to them are not in the best of shape. In some places roads are just so soft that any driving on them results in deep ruts that immediately fill with water....and then there are some roads that are flooded.
The Hamlin County road crew, Sheriff Dan Mack and his deputies, Emergency Management Dave Schafer and his crew, area fire departments, and of course Richard Smith all deserve a HUGE Thank You when this over. Yes, I know, they will all tell you they are just doing their job. But they have all gone way beyond the call of duty on this one! They are out there 24 hours a day.....and they actually have been...helping everyone in this area with the flooding problems. Where would we be without Dave Schafer and Richard Smith providing us those almost daily updates! For some of you that is the only link you have as to what is happening! I just really appreciate it that all these people are out there FOR US!
Sue, if anyone that can't get out here wants specific pictures of their place, just have them reply back to you and you can get me their addresses. I will go and take some pictures and forward them to you to get to them. I would enjoy doing that for them.....we are all Lake people....that's how we are out here!
Thanks for letting me ramble on and on and on.....LOL
Vic Erlacher
Friday, March 18, 2011
Looking for water level news?
LAKEVIEW on Poinsett
We're all holding our breath, wondering what this spring will bring. Sandbags are being filled from the sand pile in the parking lot adjacent to LAKEVIEW. Come in and get your sandbags. Posts regarding lake levels are beginning to show up on the Lake Poinsett Group Facebook page. Here is the link to that:
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1820912295#!/group.php?gid=127116597324769
Come back here often for more updates or where to find updated info.
We're all holding our breath, wondering what this spring will bring. Sandbags are being filled from the sand pile in the parking lot adjacent to LAKEVIEW. Come in and get your sandbags. Posts regarding lake levels are beginning to show up on the Lake Poinsett Group Facebook page. Here is the link to that:
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1820912295#!/group.php?gid=127116597324769
Come back here often for more updates or where to find updated info.
Monday, March 14, 2011
It's been six weeks since Ground Hog's Day; Spring Here!?!
LAKEVIEW on Facebook link
I'm no professional weather forecaster, but I think it's okay to try this from home...
Wednesday, March 16, 2011 is exact six weeks since February 2nd-Ground Hog's Day. On that day the day was sunny so the Ground Hog in South Dakota would have seen his shadow. Therefore, my prediction on that day was for ONLY six more weeks of winter.
Besides the mild temperatures we now are experiencing (not only daytime but nighttime lows are at least in the twenties) but also the fact that looking back, March weather did roar in like a lion. That assures that it will wimp out like a lamb. The days are getting longer, even if you haven't reset your clocks, like me.
Based on those facts, I proclaim (don't sue me if I'm wrong) Spring is just around the corner! And we'll beat the official first day of spring, March 20th by four days without winter relapse after that date!!
I'm no professional weather forecaster, but I think it's okay to try this from home...
Wednesday, March 16, 2011 is exact six weeks since February 2nd-Ground Hog's Day. On that day the day was sunny so the Ground Hog in South Dakota would have seen his shadow. Therefore, my prediction on that day was for ONLY six more weeks of winter.
Besides the mild temperatures we now are experiencing (not only daytime but nighttime lows are at least in the twenties) but also the fact that looking back, March weather did roar in like a lion. That assures that it will wimp out like a lamb. The days are getting longer, even if you haven't reset your clocks, like me.
Based on those facts, I proclaim (don't sue me if I'm wrong) Spring is just around the corner! And we'll beat the official first day of spring, March 20th by four days without winter relapse after that date!!
Friday, March 11, 2011
All-You-Can-Eat Fish on Lent Fridays!
LAKEVIEW on Facebook
Lent is here. Fridays, traditionally are fish. We honor the tradition by offering All-You-Can Eat Alaskan Pollack on Friday Nights at LAKEVIEW.
Lent is here. Fridays, traditionally are fish. We honor the tradition by offering All-You-Can Eat Alaskan Pollack on Friday Nights at LAKEVIEW.
Monday, March 7, 2011
LAKEVIEW fan, yet?
Fans of LAKEVIEW Resort on facebook are receiving discounts. You, too can receive $1 off your LAKEVIEW Dee's Burger and fries. Check out the offer at the link: LAKEVIEW-Facebook
Sunday, March 6, 2011
Benefit Poker Run - this Saturday, March 12th
Saturday, March 12th
Noon-5pm
Benefit Poker Run for Dee Barton-Rhody
All are Welcome to participate with chance to win!
$10 per hand
Anytime after noon, start at any stop:
Last Draw with maximum of 7 card draw at 5:00 pm.
Looking forward to seeing you all.
Family & Friends of Dee Rhody want to thank you for your support.
Serving supper at LAKEVIEW until 9pm when Bob "cranks up" the karaoke.
Let the good times roll...
Noon-5pm
Benefit Poker Run for Dee Barton-Rhody
All are Welcome to participate with chance to win!
$10 per hand
Anytime after noon, start at any stop:
RenegadesAn Early Bird Drawing for 5 stops at 3:30 pm.
Bubbas
Mystic Lanes
Bullpen
Tumbleweed
Triple B
Ships Inn
Flinners
Kones Korner
Red Carpet
Siouxland
End at LAKEVIEW.
Last Draw with maximum of 7 card draw at 5:00 pm.
Looking forward to seeing you all.
Family & Friends of Dee Rhody want to thank you for your support.
Serving supper at LAKEVIEW until 9pm when Bob "cranks up" the karaoke.
Let the good times roll...
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Cleaned out my inbox & look what I found...
From the Poinsett Pounders Snowmobile Club:
Champagne & Hot Dog Ride
Sunday, March 6th
1:00 Lake Albert by the island
"Hey, has anyone been out on Albert lately? On the Ribbon Ride it was extremely slushy."Vegas Night at Hayti Fire Hall March 26th
"I rode albert on sunday no slush excellant snow" scott
From the LPADA:
Subject: WATER PROJECT DISTRICT MEETING AND ELECTION
Date: April 30th at 10:00 a.m. Methodist camp
Email address: lakeviewresortsd@hotmail.com
They are an incredible contrast to the usual summer pictures we see. I posted a few of them on Facebook in the Lake Poinsett group picture album. To see them go to the link:
http://www.facebook.com/photoalbum lake poinsett group
Friday, February 25, 2011
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
How about those LAKEVIEW shooters?
Last night of Hamlin County pool league and LAKEVIEW is proud to announce (drum roll) the Balls In team battled for and secured FIRST place!! Congratulations to Gordy, Ozzie, Frankie and Terry!
LAKEVIEW's other team, the Back Pocket took fifth or sixth place in the league. Charlie, Rob, Bob and Linda would be happy if we finish in the top half!
For more information about the other teams of the league, go to United Games website.
LAKEVIEW's other team, the Back Pocket took fifth or sixth place in the league. Charlie, Rob, Bob and Linda would be happy if we finish in the top half!
For more information about the other teams of the league, go to United Games website.
Friday, February 18, 2011
Today's Ice & snow report on the lake
Today under a clear blue sky, Bob wants to report that from the shoreline to out over a hundred yards from LAKEVIEW Resort, snow is less than 6" deep. Ice is stable and approximately 17" thick. No slush or water under the snow cover. Perfect conditions for SNOLF, Saturday afternoon! Thank you Mother Nature...
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Monday, February 7, 2011
YouTube - Elvis Presley-Kid Galahad Slideshow
YouTube - Elvis Presley-Kid Galahad Slideshow: ""So what does boxing and Elvis have in common? Watch this slideshow and you'll know why at LAKEVIEW this Friday night there will be not only dancing and singing along to karaoke, but the Boxing Wii will be there for anyone wanting to challenge Elvis in the ring!
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Cold enough for you?
No getting away from the cold this time of year. But relief in sight maybe, in February. Looking forward to Ground Hog's Day this Wednesday. If it's a sunny day (here in South Dakota not Pennsylvania), the Ground Hog will see his shadow. Good news for us if it's sunny, because the prediction is for only six more weeks of winter versus a cloudy day prediction. If it's a cloudy day on Ground Hog's Day (February 2nd) and there is no shadow...well, who knows how much longer winter will hang on. I'm from Duluth and can remember snow banks still in our yard in the middle of May! Anyway...
Looking forward to the Ride for the Ribbon fundraiser for breast cancer this Saturday. The following Friday, Feb. 11th is Valentine's weekend. LAKEVIEW is kicking it off with a live ELVIS performance at 9pm. Come early and get in on a dinner special. Dress up is encouraged. Stay late to dance, sing along with karaoke and a chance to win door prizes.
Looking forward to the Ride for the Ribbon fundraiser for breast cancer this Saturday. The following Friday, Feb. 11th is Valentine's weekend. LAKEVIEW is kicking it off with a live ELVIS performance at 9pm. Come early and get in on a dinner special. Dress up is encouraged. Stay late to dance, sing along with karaoke and a chance to win door prizes.
Sunday, January 30, 2011
4th Annual SNOLF, February 19th - sign up at 2pm.
SNOLF - Golfing on Snow, on the lake at LAKEVIEW. Saturday February 19th with registration beginning at 2 pm. $5 entry fee. 100% payout and door prizes. Bring your own club and tennis ball. Gathering in LAKEVIEW for warming up, fun, music and prizes around 5:30pm. Come as a single player or as a 3-person team. All spectators (window lickers) are welcome.
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Winter Fireworks over Lake Poinsett