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We are looking for some open water in mid-late March to kick off our season. Here in Minneapolis, our water doesn't open up until mid April and some friends and I want to make a weekend trip somewhere within driving distance. Anybody have any suggestions in IL, WI, MO, IA, NE, ETC. A slalom course would be a plus, but we can always bring ours.
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Pool #9 Redwing.Life long Nautique guy
Will ski anytime.
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There is a lake a few miles into Iowa that opens really early, I just can't remember the name though. If I think of it, I will post it.the WakeSlayer
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it is Clear Lake, IA. It looks like it is about 20-25 miles south of the MN./IA border.the WakeSlayer
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What is this "pool" that you speak of Mark?Originally posted by MARK-S
Clear Lake is less than 2 hours from my house, so that maybe a possibillity, thanks!
Also some 60 degree weather would be nice to go along with the open water!, now there's a challengeComment
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"Pool" is how they label the sections of river between locks and dams.Once you have tasted flight, you will forever walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward. For it is there you have been and there you will long to return. - Leonardo De VinciComment
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I figured it was on the river, but was hoping it was something much cooler!(or I guess -warmer)Originally posted by pjComment
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Is clear lake the lake that isn't very clear. I was down hunting in the area for pheasants and had my dogs jump in to cool off and they both came out brown.2016 SAN 210
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I do believe Clear Lake is a misnomer..... I have never been, just used to talk about going early in the year. I just wait now.the WakeSlayer
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Clear lake is definitely a misnomer.
The DM river is usually open in downtown by early March as long as they don't have the water levels reduced. But I wouldn't recommend heading out there without someone familiar with it as it isn't very deep. Typically though, it is open long before any of the lakes around here are.Comment
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you couldnt pay me to be in the water in march(ohio).your welcome to comeComment
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Nothing a drysuit can't fix. We ride a lot in very early April around MPLS, or in Chippewa Falls, WI (about an hour and a half away).Comment
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There is a power plant in redwing. So, the warm water discharge into the river keeps it open year round. I think that's where I'll have to get my February ski in this year. Pretty solid down here in Winona.Originally posted by brodieOnce you have tasted flight, you will forever walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward. For it is there you have been and there you will long to return. - Leonardo De VinciComment
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Where is the launch, and is there anything I need to be concerned with on the river?There is a power plant in redwing. So, the warm water discharge into the river keeps it open year round. I think that's where I'll have to get my February ski in this year. Pretty solid down here in Winona.Comment
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