Reasons I haven't been to the lake as much this year
Weather. Last year I was waterskiing in May. The high water and NWZ kept us away until the lake level returned to normal levels and the No Wake restrictons were lifted.
The high price of gas is a factor, when you consider the fact that it doesn't just impact my leisure costs, towing and operating a boat, but it impacts me every day as I drive 80 miles to get to and from work. Factor in my truck isn't the ideal commuter car and I cringe as I fill it up twice a week just to get to work, but then an economy car wouldn't make a very good tow vehicle.
Finally the biggest impact - baseball. My son made the all-star team and the baseball season was extended through July this year.
At least the high price of gas is some comfort as I contemplate all of the lost days at the lake.
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