The Cargo Manifest

As we finally tie the boat to the dock for the summer, we welcome White Bear Lake lakeshore homeowners, deeded access residents and dock association members to this first issue of the White Bear LAKER.

The LAKER launches today. Inside, you will find information about the people, mission and projects of the White Bear Lake Conservation District. Look for the WBLCD's message to lakeshore residents on pages 5A to 8A. Writer Loretta Harding, also dives deep into White Bear Lake’s history, evolution and the White Bear Lake Conservation District itself on pages 1B to 5B.

For the anglers out there, we connected with the East Metro Area Fisheries to provide readers an update on fish stocking in White Bear Lake. Do you know how many muskies are stocked each year? Turn to page 3C to learn more.

The Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office Water Patrol Unit gives readers a primer on life jackets, ages life jackets are required, and more summer boating safety tips on 4A.

The LAKER is publishing a new White Bear Lake map debuting today on page 7B.

Chautauqua isn’t just a beach. It is a lake legend drawing people since 1883 to its shore. Learn more on 5C.

Do you know the most famous cocktail at the White Bear Lake Yacht Club? Do you want to know how to make it? Turn to 7C.

Check out the newly built lake calendar, pages 9A to 10A, previewing a host of summer events to keep your family cruising, including the Classic & Vintage Boat Show. See more about the boat show on 1C.

Before you dock your reading glasses, make sure to let us know what you think about the LAKER. Email ppinfo@presspubs.com. From our crew to your crew, we deserve summer this year. And, we hope you agree the newest summer essential is the LAKER.