Lake Wyola Association
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updated March 24, 2025
Lake Wyola Association 2025 Event Details
Unless otherwise indicated, all events take place at the Association Hall located at 6 Shore Drive, Shutesbury, MA 01072
Wyola Wear
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Beach Cleanup & Prep Day
Sat, May 17th 10:00 @ North, East and West Beaches: Set up docks, buoys, and spring clean as needed. Bring rakes, bags, etc.
43rd Annual Lake Wyola Road Race
Sunday June 8.th -43rd Annual Lake Wyola Road Race, 4.8 mi walk/run around the lake. 1.5 mi kids' fun run. Registration opens at 8 AM. Walk 9:30. Road Race: 10:00. Register at race wire.com. For more info and sign up to volunteer contact Maura Keene at keenemaura@gmail.com
1st Annual Membership Meeting
Sat, June 14th 8:30: Coffee & Baked Goods. Catch up with neighbors. 9:00 Meeting: Come hear about our plans for 2025, pay your dues, pick up town trash bags. New Residents Welcome!
Father's Day Pancake Breakfast
Sun, June 15th 8:00-10:30: Bring the whole family to this popular annual event, a breakfast to celebrate Father's Day. Adults $10, children 9 & under $5. Contact Joe or Kathy Salvadore at 367-0065.
Neighborhood Meetings with LWA Board members
Sat, June 21st
9:30-10:15 West Side/South: meet @ West Beach
10:30-11:15 West Side/North: meet @ 38 Lake Drive
11:30-12:15 East Side/South: meet @ corner of North Laurel Extension
Sun, June 22nd
9:30-10:15 North Side: meet @ North Beach
10:30-11:15 East Side/North: meet @ East Beach
Potluck Dinner & Dance
Sat, June 28th 6:00-10:00: Bring a dish to share and your drink of choice. Free family event with music, dancing, and 50/50 raffle. Contact Jean Perkins 367-2620 or Evan Jones 367-2668.
Introduction to Stand Up Paddle Boarding & Yoga
Sun, June 29th 9:30-10:45: Have you ever wanted to try stand up paddle boarding but don’t have the equipment? Well now’s your chance! $35 pp all equipment included. Call or text Jessica Carey @ 413-537-1055
For more information go to www.onlinefitnessrx.com and click on SUP Yoga.
Boat Parade & Decorating Contest
Thursday, July 3rd Dusk: Boats circle the lake during this annual tradition, fun for boaters and spectators alike. Contestants register and get a number up to 2 weeks ahead at Denis Poirer's waterside dock, 18 Lake Drive.
All boats including paddlers must have lights on for safety. Call/text Denis 531-2186.
Water Carnival
Friday, July 4th 10:00 @ Kinder Beach: Children enjoy swim races; kayak races for all ages. Prizes and drawing for King & Queen of the Lake. Rain or shine. Charlene Galenski 367-2718 & Mick Perry 250-6970.
Introduction to Stand Up Paddle Boarding & Yoga
Sat., July 5th 9:30-10:45: Have you ever wanted to try stand up paddle boarding but don’t have the equipment? Well now’s your chance! $35 pp all equipment included. Call or text Jessica Carey @ 413-537-1055
For more information go to www.onlinefitnessrx.com and click on SUP Yoga.
Ice Cream Social
Sat, July 19th 6:00-8:00 Build your own sundae. *New!* Dairy-free options! Bring your dog for a scoop! (all pets must be on a leash) Pets $1,Children 9 & under $2 each, all others $3. Call/text Chris Cummings 978-863-8027.
August Calendar
Flyer
Every day in August: Thirty one chances to win fabulous prizes including a pair of New England Patriots tickets! $10/ticket or 3 for $20 - see any Board Member for your tickets. Ticket sellers needed!
2nd Annual Membership Meeting
Sat, Aug 9th 8:30 Coffee & Baked Goods. Catch up with neighbors. 9:00 Meeting. Hear about all the good things LWA has been up to. Treasurer's report, road conditions, and more!
Weed Watchers
Aug.9th 10:00 am @ Town Boat Launch: Paddlers are invited to join Tim & Kathy Timpson to patrol our waters in search of invasive species. All ages. For more details contact krtimpson23@gmail.com.
August Potluck
Sat, Aug 9th 5:30-8:00: Bring a dish to share and your drink of choice. Free family event with live music and 50/50 raffle. Call Mick Perry 367-2097.
Road Work
Sat, Oct 25th 9:00: Bring your tools and gloves and work on the roads with your fellow neighbors. Fill potholes, clear drainage ditches, trim branches and trees, etc
Wyola Wear- Winter Blow Out Sale- up to 25% off. (posted -2/28/2025)
Happy New Year LWA members,
The Lake Wyola Association's Board of Directors recognizes the importance of participation in town of Shutesbury board meetings by Lake Wyola Association members. In order to keep you informed of upcoming opportunities to get involved we offer the following link to the town website. You can access the town calendar by using this LINK . Most meetings are virtual and a link is provided so participation is easy. If there is an opinion that you would like to express but can't make a meeting, please consider submitting a letter by emailing a particular board directly.
Board of Director OPENINGS August 2024
The Board of Directors currently has three openings on the BOD. If those three positions could be filled, we would have a full Board of fourteen directors and officers. We are very interested in having a director who is technologically adept. If you have an interest in serving on the Board of Directors, please complete the attached application form and submit it to George Abdow whose email address is mitchgeo@aol.com. Any questions may be addressed to George, the President of the LWA. Thank you.
The water at the LWA Beaches has tested clean this summer (2024).
In the event the water doesn't meet minimum standards, members will be notified, signage posted at beaches, and notifications posted on the town's website.
Here are the August calendar raffle winners so far:
Date Ticket # Winner
1st 037 Jen Hodgdon
2nd 084 Paul Lemoine
3rd 218 Katie Sadler
4th 156 Noelani Liz
5th 341 Denis Poirier
6th 300 Alrele Tierney
7th 152 Berta Miller
8th 273 Maria Schwarz
9th 042 Adam Sokolaski
10th 114 Ava Clark
11th 193 Lauren Abdow
12th 087 David Dumala
13th 263 Bill Crossman
14th 026 Adam Onrdick
15th 327 Charlene Galenski
16th 213 Jean Perkins
17th 267 Charles Wilson
18th 131 Joe Salvador
19th 231 Angela Perfido
20th 182 Clint Kleciak
21st 226 Evan Roberts
22nd 364 Kocut & Mikialen
23rd 246 Joey Bysiewski
24th 156 Noelani Liz
25th 099 Liz Blanchette
26th 215 Will Corvina
27th 241 Bubbles
28th 291 Scott Lavallee
29th 102 Nancy Granger
30th 095 Terrie Rivers
Grand Prize 086 Katie Lemoine
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Donna West, current vice-president and former President of the Association. She will be missed. No public services or celebration of life is planned per the family. https://www.curranjones.com/obituary/donna-west
One board member put it so well, "I loved her spirit, her devotion to the lake community, and I feel lucky to have gotten to know her and work with her on the Board. A great loss to all who loved her.
Wyola Wear & Accesories
Available online this year at https://apparelnow.com/wyola-wear-apparel More options to choose from!
Because it is the beginning of summer, the Board of Directors of LWA would like to remind all lake residents of the Massachusetts State Boating Equipment Regulations. The Environmental Police may check a boat to ensure all requirements are in full compliance.
IMPORTANT TO NOTE:
*Massachusetts law still requires all vessels over 26 feet LOA to have a bell, in addition to a whistle or horn.
*Massachusetts requires a means of manual water discharge (bailer or pump)
*Massachusetts requires a boarding ladder, steps or platform if participating in any water sports (towing, skiing, tubing)
*Massachusetts requires an anchor, Chain & line
*Massachusetts requires boats less than 16 feet LOA to carry and oar or paddle

If you enjoy activities on Lake Wyola, please take the time to read this important document about Lake Safety. It's a good reminder and refresher. Please share with your guests as well.


Contact Us at lakewyolabod@gmail.com