Summer 2010
Nisswa, Minnesota 56468
Alex Toborg catching
her first fish!
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
BOARD OF DIRECTORS John Taylor
It’s hard to believe that August is
already here and the basic 3 months
CO-PRESIDENTS
Marvin Meyer - Gull, Wilson Bay
828-9577, mpatmeyer@msn.com
of summer are slowly coming to a
John Taylor – Gull, East Side close. Soon the leaves will start to
963-2229, taylorjc@uslink.net change (if you look close this starts
around the middle to end of August)
and the beauty of the north woods in
EXECUTIVE SECRETARY/TREASURER
fall colors will reveal themselves.
Rosemary Goff – Margaret
963-3542, togo@nisswa.net
COMMUNITY RELATIONS/MEMBERSHIP
In this, and the following newsletters,
the Recreation and Safety Article will
Rob Johnson – Gull Narrows
820-2431, robj@brainerd.net
be in the Presidents report since I do
Marvin Meyer – Gull, East Side
both. If you have any questions about
buoys, or any other safety area, please call or email me.
828-9577, mpatmeyer@msn.com
ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION
Robert Eliason – Bass Lake First, those that attended the annual summer get together had a
great time. I personally want to again thank the Gull Lake Yacht
568-7868, reliason@tds.net
Ike Halliwill – Gull Club for the use of their facilities. Ron Faust has written a nice
825-9571; halliwillongull@yahoo.com article on the meeting. We are also thinking of a winter get together
Charles McQuinn – Gull, Northeast Side
for our members in the first part of January, so stay posted for this.
612-280-1901, charles@lakeregionstorage.com
A lot has happened this summer in our Safety and Recreation area.
SAFETY & RECREATION
We had two successful, well attended water safety classes this
summer. In the buoy area, I have had several questions on missing
John Taylor – Gull, East Side
963-2229, taylorjc@uslink.net
buoys or sets of buoys not being where they have been in the past.
Bob Toborg – Margaret Each year we add several new buoys and also the flashing solar
lights. In the past, getting replacements has been no problem. But
963-3542, togo@nisswa.net
Steve Allex - Gull the oil spill in the gulf has added hundreds of additional buoy
829-2612; savesta@msn.com
orders at the company where we purchase our buoys and this has
Tim Brastrup - DNR Representative, Fisheries increased the order to delivery time from a couple weeks to a
833-8636; tim.brastrup@dnr.state.mn.us couple of months. The situation is better now as the backorder
Mark Engstrand – Gull, East Side
problem is being addressed.
330-1240; gulllakeguy@aol.com
One of the things your board will be researching in the next year is
Ron Faust – Gull the installing of one or more hot water wash facilities at the DNR
Public Accesses to help control the microscopic invasives from
961-1617; ronfaust@mac.com
MaryKay Larson – US Army Corps of Engineers getting into the Chain. As we get more information on this we will
Manager, Gull Lake Dam Recreation Area let you know. Also, as you know, we purchased 3 I-LIDs video
829-2797; MaryKay.L.Larson@usace.army.mil
monitors this summer. So far they have captured several thousand
Elsie Zapffe-Verdeja videos at the 2 DNR landings and the Corp of Engineer landing.
963-2218; ezapffe@hotmail.com This program is becoming very successful and with the DNR
interns we have hired at our pubic landings we continue the war
against invasives coming into the chain.
EX-OFFICIO DIRECTORS
Dory Mesch - Upper Gull
568-5612, dorymesch@uslink.net
Continued on page 5
Bill Rickmeyer - Gull, West Side
963-4893, Bill.rickmeyer@remax.net
LAKES PRINTING CONFIDENTIALITY POLICY
WEBSITE MANAGER Lakes Printing in Brainerd is the only business that is allowed access to our Association
Dave Anderson – Bass Lake member list and only for the purpose of mailing our newsletter. They have issued the
952-935-0106, L-S-I@comcast.net following confidentiality policy.
We have a strict policy of confidentiality. We will not sell, trade, swap or in any other
way use your list for anything except mailing your newsletter. We understand fully that
website:
gullchainoflakesassociation.org you are the owner of the list and we simply have an electronic copy on our system for
your use. This policy is not just for the Gull Chain of Lakes Association, it is applied to
all customers.
gcola.org
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
John Taylor
Both myself and the board want to thank Tim Brastrup for all his years on the board as an advisory
member. Tim worked for the DNR as the area Fisheries manager and provided the board with advice,
information, and suggestions that proved priceless in the decisions we made over the years. Tim has
agreed to remain on the board in his advisory position as long as he remains in the area. Thank you, Tim.
In closing, I want to welcome all the new members that joined our organization this year, well over a
hundred. I also want to thank all of you that have supported us as active members, we cannot do
anything without all of you. The Gull Chain of Lakes Association has been around under several different
names for around 35-40 years and has accomplished a lot. We currently have 10 board members who put
in a lot of time, to accomplish what we have done. But we could use a few more volunteers, so if any of
you want to join the board please give myself or Rosemary a call or send an email and we will be happy
to explain what is involved. A group like ours can always use new people and fresh ideas.
Also, I know it sounds like a broken record, but we could always use more funds to accomplish what
needs to be done to protect the chain. In economic times like these a lot of charities and non-profits are
asking for your money. We would like to do more for you, your property, and your lake. If you like what
we have done tell us by sending us a donation in addition to your dues. We are now exploring adding
credit cards so if people wish to make a monthly donations they can.
The next newsletter will be in late fall. Until then, enjoy the summer and the fall and please call me with
any of your thoughts or ideas.
2010 MEMBERSHIP DUES
Thanks to all of you have already renewed your membership and all of the new members. We are excit-
ed that to date we have 125 new members. If you have yet to renew your membership, the $50 dues can
be sent to Box 102, Nisswa, MN 56468.
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Confidence Learning Center is a 501(c)3 organization and your donation is tax deductible to the
fullest extent allowed by law. We provide year-round outdoor education and recreation programs for
persons of all ages with developmental disabilities. We also provide opportunities for the Deaf and
Hard of Hearing for language and cultural expansion, education and support.
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2010 ANNUAL MEETING
Ron Faust, Board Member
The Associations’s annual membership meeting was held on July 8th at a new venue this year, the Gull
Lake Yacht Club’s new clubhouse. Although a few light showers dusted off the tables for us, the weather
was otherwise perfect. The large dock enabled quite a few GCOLA members to cruise to the event. Head
chef and GCOLA Co-Chair Marv Meyer was at his best, and hot burgers, brats and beans were hitting the
plates promptly at 5:00.
Board Member Charles McQuinn welcomed GCOLA to the new Yacht Club, an elegant setting for catered
parties. As one enters, you pass under the hull of a large old wooden boat that has been restored to
perfection. The GCOLA meeting was set up on a large grassy field adjacent to the building.
Part of the fun at this annual gathering was meeting new members and new friends who are already in
the organization. When the business meeting started, Secretary/Treasurer Rosemary Goff gave the
treasurer’s report. GCOLA’s financial position has improved since last year, due largely to membership
increases and John Taylor’s savings on labor costs for buoy placement in April. To date we have 125 new
member families with a total membership of approximately 700 families.
Three members were re-elected to the Board of Directors: Mark Engstrand, Rosemary Goff and John
Taylor. Members are always invited to attend board meetings at Grand View.
Cass and Crow Wing County law enforcement members discussed their activities on the Gull Chain. They
can be contacted through Cass or Crow Wing County Sheriff’s Offices or through the 911 dispatcher. The
members brought up many questions. We learned that there is no speed limit on the lake, but there is a
noise limit. In response to another question, it was pointed out that pulling skiers or tubers through the
channels is illegal.
Tim Collette and Jim Tischler of the DNR were the
featured speakers focusing on invasive species.
Although invasive species continue to creep
toward us the Gull Chain is still free of Eurasian
Water milfoil and zebra muscles. Tim explained
that he routinely checks for the mussels by circling
the lakes on a snowmobile and checking docks
stored on the shore during the winter. Jim focused
on the importance of prevention efforts by boaters
and anglers.
Mary Kay Larson of the Corps of Engineers said
that the level of the chain is expected to remain
constant within the 3 inch summer band,
approximately 1194.08 feet. Also, Corps of
Engineer personnel will be doing another loon
count this summer.
For the first time, white pine seedlings were
distributed as a benefit of membership. Obtained
from the DNR, these well-rooted trees had been
nursed through the early summer by Ike Halliwill
who is quickly becoming the Johnny Appleseed of
the Gull Chain.
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BRAINERD CHAPTER OF FISHING HAS NO
BOUNDARIES PLANS 8TH ANNUAL FISHING EVENT
There are 53 million Americans with a disability and many of them love to fish but few of them ever go
because it’s too difficult to do so by themselves. Many just need a little extra assistance in the boat or on
the dock. Fishing Has No Boundaries (FHNB) is an organization that works to provide the necessary
assistance to people with disabilities so they can partake in all that fishing has to offer.
The Brainerd Lakes chapter was formed in 2003 when the Gull Chain of Lakes Association, DNR and
Confidence Learning Center collectively envisioned the opportunity to provide persons with disabilities a
weekend of fishing, fun and friendship. More than 100 dedicated volunteers, boat captains and Camp
Confidence staff work throughout the year to make the annual August event possible. With the support
of many generous businesses and contributors, the Brainerd Lakes Fishing Has No Boundaries event has
developed into one of the nation’s largest fishing events for people with disabilities.
This year’s event will be held August 27 and 28. Friday night will feature a welcome ceremony complete
with entertainment and a campfire. Saturday is when the fishing happens and the day is capped off with a
fish fry banquet, awards ceremony, entertainment and campfire.
Volunteers are greatly needed in order to make this year’s event a success and ensure that more people can
participate. Tasks for volunteers include helping participants register, loading and unloading participants
at the docks, and supporting all the events going on in conjunction with the festivities at Camp
Confidence. There is also a need for people with boats to serve as fishing captains and others to serve as
fishing partners. These folks will be the ones taking people out on the water to fish.
The event is not a contest, fundraiser or tournament—it’s simply an opportunity for people with
disabilities to enjoy a day of fishing from a boat. “Catch and Release” is strongly encouraged.
Participants benefit from the generosity of the Camp Confidence Learning Center, which has once again
volunteered to host this event. Camp Confidence is a handicapped accessible camp featuring a large
lodge, pontoon boats, and housing for 100 people.
Anyone interested in helping can contact Bob Slaybaugh at 218-828-2344, or Scott Roesner at 218-963-3401.
FHNB is a registered nonprofit 501(c)(3).
More details can be found at:
Website: www.BrainerdLakesFHNB.org
Mailing Address: FHNB, P.O. Box 748, Nisswa, MN 56468
e-mail: FHNB@mn.rr.com
Thank You to
Grand View Lodge
We want to offer a huge thank you to
Grand View Lodge for donating their
facilities and breakfast for our monthly
Board of Director’s meetings.
The food and atmosphere are top-notch!
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FISH CONSUMPTION GUIDELINES
These fish consumption guidelines help people make choices about which fish to eat and how often.
Following the guidelines enables people to reduce their exposure to contaminants while still enjoying the
many benefits from fish.
Pregnant Women, Women who may become pregnant and Children under age 15
LAKE NAME Meal Advice
County Species Contaminants
Unrestricted 1 meal/week 1 meal/month Do not eat
GULL Bluegill Sunfish All sizes Mercury
Cass Co. Cisco All sizes Mercury
Crappie All sizes Mercury
Largemouth Bass All sizes Mercury
Northern Pike All sizes Mercury
Sunfish All sizes
Walleye All sizes Mercury
White Sucker All sizes
General Population
LAKE NAME Meal Advice
County Species Contaminants
Unrestricted 1 meal/week 1 meal/month Do not eat ,
GULL Bluegill Sunfish All sizes
Cass Co. Cisco All sizes
Crappie All sizes
Largemouth Bass All sizes Mercury
Northern Pike All sizes Mercury
Sunfish All sizes
Walleye All sizes Mercury
White Sucker All sizes
Contaminants listed were measured at levels high enough to warrant a recommendation to limit
consumption.
Listing of consumption guidelines do not imply the fish are legal to keep, MN DNR fishing regulations
should be consulted. Questions?
1-888-MINNDNR
651-296-6157 in metro
mailto:info.dnr@state.mn.us
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NEW BOATING LAWS
In an effort to keep invasive species from infecting more of Minnesota’s lakes and rivers, new laws went
into effect July 1 affecting boaters and anglers.
All boaters and anglers must drain any boating-related equipment of water before leaving any state
waters. That includes livewells, baitwells and bilges. (Previously boaters were only required to drain
their boats after being in infected waters.) The exceptions are minnow buckets and marine sanitary
systems such as onboard toilets.
Drain plugs must be left out the entire time a boat is in transport on any public road.
On lakes infested with spiny water fleas or zebra mussels, bait buckets must also be emptied of water.
This includes water brought from home. For anglers wishing to keep their minnows alive when leaving
infested lakes it is suggested that they bring an aerated cooler with fresh water that remains in their auto
or truck.
No unused bait can be disposed in any waters of the state. Once water is drained from a baitwell, any
leftover minnows or other bait must be thrown in the trash.
All aquatic plants and zebra mussels must be removed from boats and trailers before transporting on any
public road.
Fines for these offenses can range from $50 up to $500 for a first offense and $1,000 for a subsequent
offense. Having infested species on a trailer when putting into a public body of water generates the
highest fine.
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LOON COUNT VOLUNTEERS
From 1991 to 2005, the Army Corps of Engineers conducted a survey of adult and juvenile loons on our
chain of lakes. A summary of their data is shown in the figure.
The question has arisen as to whether there
is any interest among the membership to
continue the survey annually. The general
protocol for the survey would be as follows.
A week in July would be picked as the week
to be used each year. The day for the survey
would probably be the Wednesday of that
week unless weather conditions dictated
otherwise. The entire chain would be
surveyed on that day, and the survey would
take place in the morning of that day from 8
to noon. The chain would be partitioned
into zones. Each zone would be assigned to
a boat of counters. Each boat should have at
least two people in order to confirm each
sighting. The boat would traverse the zone several times, and all adults and juveniles spotted would be
recorded. It appears that the chain could be divided into about 15 zones. Thus, if we were to start up an
annual survey, at least 15 boats and 30 people would be needed. If you are interested, please contact Robert
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GULL LAKE YACHT CLUB
Back in 1947, Sam Hickerson and Marmaduke Corbyn
were sitting on Corbyn’s porch watching a boat cross
Rock Island on Gull Lake when they came up with ideas
for a yacht club. They spent the next several years
recruiting members and in 1950 the Gull Lake Yacht
Club was incorporated. Their first annual outing was
held at Lost Lake Lodge. The land on which the Club
resides was purchased in 1961 followed by construction
of the original building. Growth in membership resulted
in the new state-of-the-art yacht club facility which
opened in 2009.
The Club’s first sailing program became organized in
1959. The sailing school focuses on teaching kids to
advance their knowledge in sailing techniques and
expand their enjoyment of being on the water. Their instructor led courses focus on the variety of skills
for kids of all ages. Approximately 80 kids per summer take advantage of the classrooms in the lower
level of the clubhouse for education on sailing, boating and water safety. This year GLYC also hosted the
lake association boat safety classes for youth.
The new clubhouse includes a catering kitchen and catering hall which hosts sailing races, parties,
weddings and more. Over 100 Gull Chain of Lakes Association members were able to get a first hand look
at the new facility when they attended the annual Lake Association meeting in July. The club also hosts
social events most weekends of the summer from Memorial Day to Labor Day. These events range from
Family Fun Day which is all about families and kids to the Annual Summer Banquet which is more adult
oriented. There are also regular catered events that occur most weekends which are relaxed gatherings in a
private social setting second to none on the Gull Lake Chain.
The Gull Lake Yacht Club, which sits just south of the Love Lake entrance on the eastern shore of Gull
Lake, is a family-oriented volunteer-based social organization dedicated to promoting water safety,
education and enjoyment of sailing, boating and other water-related activities in a socially-inclusive
environment. For more information on the Gull Lake Yacht Club visit www.glyc.com. Membership
application forms are also available on the website.
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BOAT SAFETY CLASSES HELD
The Gull Lake Yacht Club was host to two boat safety classes held in June. Nearly fifty youth ages 12 to
17 took the class in order to obtain the required permit to operate a personal water craft or boat. The
instructors were Crow Wing County Sgt. Scott Goddard and DNR Conservation Officer Nikki Shoutz.
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watch for dates and registration information in the Spring, 2011 lake association newsletter.
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at shorelines that have been restored with native plants? If so, the City of Lake Shore Environmental
Committee is sponsoring a shoreline restoration tour for you on Thursday, August 19 from 5 to 7 p.m.
The tour will meet at the Lake Shore City Hall (8583 Interlachen Road). Heather Baird, the DNR
Shoreline Habitat Specialist, will lead us to four restored properties in the area and speak on how each is
developing, identifying some of the native species in bloom. For more information call Teri Hastings and
Patti McDonald at Lake Shore City Hall (218-963-2148).
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standards for that pollutant. That study is completed and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
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The MPCA is requesting comments from the public on the draft Report and recommendations for meeting
federal standards. Comments are due by August 18, 2010. For anyone interested, the draft Report is
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2010 NEW MEMBERS
WELCOME 2010 NEW MEMBERS!
Jim & Diane Achter, Gull Jamie & Pamela Garvey, Upper Gull Dan & Judy McAthie, Gull
Nancy Aldrich, Spider Joel & Jean Gaslin, Gull Tom & Colleen McCarthy, Gull
Hans & Ulrike Amme, Gull Johanna George Bernie McConough, Gull
Diane Anderson, Upper Gull Stephen & Nancy Giese, Roy Patrick & Kathryn McMullen, Upper Gull
Ann Arhart, Gull Jim Gilbertson, Gull Todd & Erin Milburn, Upper Gull
Stanley & Marjorie Aydt, Roy Michael & Ruth Gmeinder, Gull Brad Miller, Gull
Richard & Michaela Backes Connie Gregoire & Sharon Miller, Gull Leslie & Joyce Morreim, Upper Gull
Victoria Bahner & Howard Gilbertson, Gull Alan and Janice Grinde, Nisswa Elizabeth Murphy, Nisswa
Jeff & Patricia Baker, Upper Gull Mike & Cindy Grogan, Gull Jim & Marie Nelson, Margaret
Patrick & Emy Jo Bartus, Gull Gull Lake Yacht Club Joe & Jan Newfield, Upper Gull
Beverly & Gerald Batkiewicz, Gull Robert & Nancy Haberkorn, Gull Bruce & Carol Nicholson, Upper Gull
Brent Bechtle, Gull Kevin Hayford Ben 7 Kari Nemeth, Gull
Gregory Beck, Roy Bob & Margaret Hanlon, Upper Gull Jeff & Deb Norlin, Love
Joseph Brenny, Gull Markell & Rick Hapka, Gull Dennis Pechtel, Margaret
Brian & Debbie Briggs, Gull Helen & Harold Hagen, Upper Gull Patricia Perleberg, Gull
Sherri & David Brinker, Gull William & Teena Hatch, Gull Gene & Jean Petrie, Nisswa
Mark & Kelly Burgeson, Margaret Gene & Suzanne Haugland, Gull David & Chelly Pieper, Gull
Mary Bellamy Burns, Gull Bret Hedican, Gull Micheal & Andrea Raab, Gull
Steve Burton, Spider John & Diana Herman, Gull Marlin & Leona Rygh, Gull
Michael & Donna Caron, Upper Gull Dan & Kolleen Herr William & Kristin Sachs, Gull
John & Mary Campbell, Gull Roland & Barbara Hess, Gull Sam Salfisberg
Brett & Amy Cassabaum, Gull Wayne & Elizabeth Hoglund, Gull Joel & Dawn Savat, Margaret
Mark & Mary Caven, Gull Mike & Kris Hudalla, Gull Mike Schachtrup, Gull
Certified Leisure Properties, Gull John Hursh & Kathryn Morton, Upper Gull Robert & Catherine Schricker, Love
Jay & Melissa Chaney, Gull James & Mary Lee Illies, Nisswa Bradley & Janice Schultz, Gull
Craig & Patty Conlon, Gull Bruce Isom, Spider Tim & Dan Stockness, Upper Gull
Joel Conner, Gull Patrick & Julie Iten, Love Wendy Tanner, Gull
David & Cheryl Copham, Gull Robert & Julie Jacob, Gull Kent & Jacqueline Thielen
Todd & Linda Daily, Margaret Brett & Leila Jans, Nisswa Nate & Deborah Thompson, Margaret
Kenneth & Karin Dayton, Gull Michelle Jennings, Gull John & Mary Timmersman, Gull
Thomas Donnelly, Gull Charles Johnson, Gull Scott & Alison Timmons, Margaret
Dennis & Janice Dunker, Gull Chuck & Arla Johnson, Gull William & Sandra Tricker, Nisswa
Myron & Bonnie Dunker, Love Richard Kammerer, Roy Todd & Mary Wayne, Gull
Steve & Amy Edwards, Nisswa Mike Kasprick, Gull Roger Wainwright, Gull
David & Terri Elsenpeter, Upper Gull Kent Klopfenstein, Gull Matthew Walsh
Tim & Elaine Engel, Gull Darrell & Jane Kolden, Gull Tim & Kathy Whitten, Upper Gull
Kate Faltesek, Gull Todd & Carol Krautkremer, Gull Jeffrey & Laurie Williams
Donald & Katherine Fiedler, Love Kathy.M. Lawson Bernard Williams, Gull
Gordon & Joan Foss, Margaret Mary Ligaard, Nisswa Wilson Bay Associates, Gull
William & Becky Frederick, Upper Gull Phyllis Luck, Roy Dave & Shannon Wilt, Gull
Fred & Julie Friedrichs, Upper Gull Michael & Debra Lyons, Gull Troy Winegarner & Kim Strout, Gull
Greg & Kristin Gardella, Gull Jason & Deedee McAthie, Gull
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GULL LAKE PROFILES - GULL 4 SEASONS RESORT
This is an ongoing column focusing on local businesses and community leaders in the Gull Chain of Lakes area.
“Welcome to Gull 4 Seasons Resort!” Three generations of the
Padrnos family have welcomed guests to their resort on St. Columbo
Road on the east Shore of Gull Lake since 1977. Under their
ownership the resort has grown from 15 cabins to 32 guest units. Dan
& Sue have been blessed with 4 sons Tony, Christopher, Scott and
Aaron, and a daughter Gina. They have been an important part of the
resort’s success. The help and friendly service provided by them has
led to a true family resort atmosphere.
While Gull Lake is still the vacation focus, Indoor & Outdoor Pools, a Tennis Court and a Shuffleboard
Court have been added for the guests’ enjoyment. With a mix of lodging types ranging from traditional
cabins to deluxe condos with air conditioning, the resort satisfies a cross section of the vacationing public.
The resort is a combination of two smaller resort properties that ran side by side since the 1920’s. I know
the southern portion was occupied by the Quinlens. The other part was built to a large extent by Fred
Carlson. Fred worked in the railroad yards in Brainerd. Material from railroad cars was
used in part to construct many of the cabins.
Our resort has been operated under a variety of names: Carlson’s Cottages, Le-sur-ama,
and Parkview Resort. Previous owners include the Quinlens, Carlsons, Heruths,
Nelsons, Dagels, Magnans and the Bensons.
The Padrnos Family will continue to make the beauty of Gull Lake available to
vacationers to the area for years to come. What a beautiful gift to share!
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MEET YOUR BOARD MEMBERS - DON SAMUELSON
Don Samuelson is a lifelong resident of Brainerd. After graduating from Brainerd High
School he became employed as a bricklayer and went on to serve as President of the
Brainerd Trades and Labor Union for 10 years and business manager of Central
Minnesota Bricklayers union for 40 years. He also served in the Minnesota Legislature
for 32 years.
Don has volunteered in the community as a little league baseball coach, boys youth
football coach, member of the Brainerd Housing Authority, St. Joseph’s Hospital Citizen
Advisory Board and the YMCA Board. He currently serves as President of the Brainerd Public Utilities
Commission, President of the Crow Wing County Historical Society and the Crow Wing County Historical
Foundation and is a member of the Rosenmeyer Center for State & Local Government. In his spare time
he serves Meals on Wheels.
Don and his wife, Nancy purchased property on Lake Margaret in 1970 and in 2000 moved to their current
cabin on Gull’s Booming-Out-Bay. They have been blessed with four children, five grandchildren and 2
great grandchildren. Don joined the Gull Chain of Lakes Association Board in 2008 “to be a part of efforts
to keep our beautiful lakes clean and safe.”
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TUBING IN NO-WAKE CHANNELS NOT ALLOWED
The Cass County Sheriff’s Office wants to remind all boaters that towing a tuber or skier in a No-Wake
Zone or Channel constitutes an obstruction to navigation, which is prohibited by Minnesota Boating
Rules. This could also be considered careless boating. It is a misdemeanor offense, which is up to a
$1,000 fine and/or 90 days in jail. Law enforcement is focusing on educating the public about the haz-
ards of this activity and asks that all boaters please use extreme caution while operating in these no-wake
areas. They encourage all boaters to respect the rights of others, to follow the boating regulations and to
have a safe boating season.
HELP WANTED
GRANT WRITER
If there is a member experienced in
grant writing willing to volunteer a
little time helping GCOLA with grant
applications call or e-mail Rosemary at:
218-963-3542 or togo@nisswa.net
Highway 371, Nisswa
(218) 963-2584
800-322-3525
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GULL CHAIN OF LAKES ASSOCIATION PUBLIC MISSION STATEMENT
The Gull Chain of Lakes Association is an alliance of watershed property interests within the Gull Chain of Lakes in Cass and Crow Wing
Counties. The Association is devoted to the restoration and continued preservation of the highest water quality and environmental
standards achievable, promotion of the responsible use of land and water resources and recreational safety on the Gull Chain of Lakes.
The Gull Chain of Lakes Association is dedicated to representing the interests of lake property owners without bias toward either seasonal
or full time residents. The Association’s primary responsibilities include educating members about best management practices to conserve
water quality, water safety, and controversial lake issues.
ALL ARE WELCOME TO OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETINGS
You are all welcome to join us at our monthly Board of Directors meetings. They are generally held on the third
Saturday mornings of each month (with fewer meetings in the winter months). Check our website: to verify meeting
dates. We meet at Grand View Lodge at 8:00 AM for complimentary breakfast, then the meetings commence around
8:30. We usually adjourn around 10:00. Come see what we do.
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• WE DO HOUSE CALLS AND TOWING IF NECESSARY $100.00 WILL BE DONATED TO GALA IN
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• COMPLETE BOAT WINTERIZING AND STORAGE FROM $538 TO $830 THE REMAINDER OF THIS YEAR.
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ASSOCIATION
Brainerd, MN
Permit No. 471
Box 102
Nisswa, Minnesota 56468
218-963-2229
218-963-3542
PLEASE JOIN THE GULL CHAIN OF LAKES ASSOCIATION
Dues for the lake association are $50 per year. They are payable anytime from January 1 – December 31. We are a 501(c)3 corpo-
ration which means that all money given by you over and above the $50 dues amount is tax deductible. If you have not sent in your
dues for this year (since January 1, 2010), now is a great time to do so! Contributions above the $50 dues are greatly appreciated!
If you have sent your dues in any time after January 1, 2010, you are current!
PLEASE CHECK OUT YOUR NEWSLETTER ON OUR WEBSITE: WWW .GULLCHAINOFLAKESASSOCIATION.ORG OR WWW .GCOLA.ORG