Busted........

[JohnF52]

Out yesterday from 5:30 until about 10:30 PM. Only other boats I saw was a couple jet skis going in about sunset. I was on the upper part of the lake above Blue Springs.

On the crowded parts of the lake I would like to see intense enforcement of existing rules for a while. Maybe some idiots would wake up.

[nathanhooper]

I would think that with a good vantage point it would only take two officers to crack down on nav lights and some other things. One with a good spotting scope, the other on the water. Looking for wakes on the lake without lights would not be too hard I would think.

[J-Doc]

Out yesterday from 5:30 until about 10:30 PM. Only other boats I saw was a couple jet skis going in about sunset. I was on the upper part of the lake above Blue Springs.

On the crowded parts of the lake I would like to see intense enforcement of existing rules for a while. Maybe some idiots would wake up.

You were at Blue Springs...........that's why. Not nearly as busy this time of year down there as the main lake. Can be at certain times of year but it's not nearly as "wild" as the main lake.

[Feathers and Fins]

It wouldn't take much at all if they would get out and start writing the citations and hammer down on the offenders. Word would get out fast that the leo's on Beaver are enforcing the laws ( probably not the words that would be used though) We would need them to be running the lake not just sitting at one of the ramps but all over. It doesn't take long for every cell phone to go off warning friends the cops are at prairie creek.

So My thought is be mobile be patrolling and be aggressive about it. I would welcome them and if they came by to check me no big deal and im sure most fishermen wouldn't care one bit or even be bothered by them.

[JohnF52]

You were at Blue Springs...........that's why. Not nearly as busy this time of year down there as the main lake. Can be at certain times of year but it's not nearly as "wild" as the main lake.

Actually, I was at a place called "Beav-o-rama". Not many newbies know it exists.

[dennis boatman]

...these stories usually end with..."alcohol may have been involved"...

[Feathers and Fins]

...these stories usually end with..."alcohol was involved"...

FIFY

[marknsaw]

There's 2 seasons on Beaver lake, Boatin' season and Fishin' season! Each lasts about 6 months, or half a year. Boatin' season lasts from Memorial day to Labor Day, Fishin' season lasts from Labor day to Memorial Day. During the Fishin' season you can expect to find many like-minded individuals enjoying a calm blue/green waterway, relaxed and peaceful in their merry endeavors. Most will wave and greet you. Many will happily give tips to improve a technique, method, or style so that you may more fully enjoy your watery experience. If you are lucky, you may even see rainbows and flying unicorns during this time frame. Boatin' season starts as the air and water temperatures warm in May. With this warmer temperature comes the Jet Ski, the Water Skier, the Floating Condominium, the Out-of-Town-Must-Beat-The-Sun-To-My-Spot boater, the "Do- Nothing but go really fast on the water" boater, and last..... but not least, the Wakeboarder. Their sole purpose...... is to "love the water" so much, that it reacts to all of their activities. They find NO greater joy then watching as simple people rock in the wake of their spectacle. Nothing brings them as much joy as watching a small boat take water as they rip past them at 60+MPH, or deal with their 4' waves as they drag their boarder within 30' of another boat. A word of caution during boating season..... and please be careful, Jet Skier's and Wakeboarder's are notoriously attracted to any fishing line that may be further then 30' from your personal craft. Please think of these poor souls while your out. There have been reports of lead trauma, tungsten poisoning, and copolymer binding incidents. Be respectful, enjoy the water, and have a good time.

Sincerely,

Your Local Chamber of Commerce

[Feathers and Fins]

There's 2 seasons on Beaver lake, Boatin' season and Fishin' season! Each lasts about 6 months, or half a year. Boatin' season lasts from Memorial day to Labor Day, Fishin' season lasts from Labor day to Memorial Day. During the Fishin' season you can expect to find many like-minded individuals enjoying a calm blue/green waterway, relaxed and peaceful in their merry endeavors. Most will wave and greet you. Many will happily give tips to improve a technique, method, or style so that you may more fully enjoy your watery experience. If you are lucky, you may even see rainbows and flying unicorns during this time frame. Boatin' season starts as the air and water temperatures warm in May. With this warmer temperature comes the Jet Ski, the Water Skier, the Floating Condominium, the Out-of-Town-Must-Beat-The-Sun-To-My-Spot boater, the "Do- Nothing but go really fast on the water" boater, and last..... but not least, the Wakeboarder. Their sole purpose...... is to "love the water" so much, that it reacts to all of their activities. They find NO greater joy then watching as simple people rock in the wake of their spectacle. Nothing brings them as much joy as watching a small boat take water as they rip past them at 60+MPH, or deal with their 4' waves as they drag their boarder within 30' of another boat. A word of caution during boating season..... and please be careful, Jet Skier's and Wakeboarder's are notoriously attracted to any fishing line that may be further then 30' from your personal craft. Please think of these poor souls while your out. There have been reports of lead trauma, tungsten poisoning, and copolymer binding incidents. Be respectful, enjoy the water, and have a good time.

Sincerely,

Your Local Chamber of Commerce

LMAO SO TRUE

[JohnF52]

I may never boat on Beaver again. Contemplating a move to the river valley!