I just got a notice from the local Chamber that the Naples Winter Carnival, scheduled for this weekend, has been cancelled. It may seem hard to believe with all the snow we’re having, but ice formation on the lake has been mediocre making it unsafe and undesirable for snowmobiling. Here’s what the release said:
Hello Everyone,
I regret to tell you that the Winter Carnival Committee as well as the officers of the snowmobile club have decided to cancel this years events. We feel that the lack of good solid ice as well as all the slush on the lake this year, makes it almost impossible for us to have a safe and enjoyable function. The track is half slush and half snow, the plows can’t plow the slush, and water keeps popping up creating a mess.
The Save Sebago Cove function will still be on for Friday night at Shakers Lounge but all other functions are now cancelled. Please enjoy yourself on your sleds this weekend for one of the snowiest winters in many years. Trails should be in pretty good shape other than a few water holes so please drive carefully.
Thanks to the committee members and all who helped try to make the Carnival a reality. A special thanks goes out to Dawn and Dan Allen for hosting all the meetings at their home.
For more info go to www.mainelakeschamber.com  or call the Chamber in Bridgton at 207-647-3472