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IWLA Bush Lake Chapter is a private property owner in a residential neighborhood. Keep all noise and traffic at low levels out of respect to our neighbors. Please help keep the grounds free of litter...Pack it in – Pack it all out
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Violation of Chapter Rules, and any applicable state and local laws/ordinances, can result in membership revocation.
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Use of Property by Member(s) of Record's Children & Guests:
- The adult Chapter Member(s) of Record must always be present with Children under age 18, Adult Children 18 and over, and all Guests.
- Adult Chapter Member(s) of Record must not share gate keys with other family/friends.
- Adult chapter member is responsible for the safety and behavior of their family/guests, and will be responsible for any damages.
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Beach & Swimming Safety:
- Beach is unsupervised - swim at your own risk
- Parents/Guardians must supervise their children at all times on the beach and in the swimming area
- Members may not reserve the beach area
- No fishing in the swimming area, including the beach or raft area (due to risk of losing hooks)
- Dogs are not permitted on the beach (see "Dogs" rules below)
- Respect the safety and rights of other beach users and swimmers at all times
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Dogs:
- Izaak Walton chapter grounds are not for use as a Dog Park. In order to maintain a safe and respectful environment for all who visit, all dogs must be under control at all times and not allowed to harass others, including wildlife.
- Dogs shall be leashed and under control when other individuals/families (especially families with children) are present.
- Dogs are not permitted on the beach/swimming area. They may be exercised in the shore area by the canoe rack or shore area 50-feet east of the beach.
- Dogs must be under control at all times.
- Owners are responsible for clean-up and proper disposal of pet waste.
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Hours - Closed at 10pm:
- Chapter grounds close at 10pm.
- Members and their guests must leave the chapter property by 10pm, unless a written permit for extended hours has been provided by the chapter’s board of directors, in response to a written request.
- IWLA-Bush Lake is a private property owner in a residential neighborhood. Keep all noise and traffic at low levels out of respect to our neighbors. Drive slowly on Izaak Walton Road.
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Gate - when in doubt, keep it closed:
- Close & Lock Gate when Entering & Leaving (except with posted chapter event)
- Make arrangements for guests or family members arriving separately to gain access to the property (ie. cell phone, having someone wait at the gate with a key), but do not leave the gate open.
- Do not block private driveways while waiting outside of gate / Do not park outside of gate.
- Drive Slow & Safe when entering or leaving the chapter property – 20 mph is plenty.
- Keep all noise and traffic -speed at low levels, out of respect to our neighbors.
- Gate lock is changed annually in mid-February. Members receive a new key when they renew their annual membership.
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Canoe/Kayak Storage:
- A limited number of racks are available to members for canoe-kayak storage. Annual rack rental for canoes & kayaks is $50.
- All stored watercraft must have a current DNR license (for 9-foot+ watercraft) and be in accordance with chapter requirements and policies.
- All stored watercraft shall be securely tied down to prevent from being blown off the racks.
- The chapter is not responsible for damage or loss that may occur to canoes, kayaks or paddle boards stored on the chapter racks
- For more information on rack-rental availability, email requests to: bushlakeikes@gmail.com
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Use of lodge:
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- All lodge group (3 or more) usage must be made by reservation, through the caretaker.
- Only Bush Lake Chapter members may reserve the lodge.
- The lodge may be reserved by members for groups up to 30.
- Member making the reservation must be present during the entire event and is responsible for the safety and behavior of guests and for any damages.
- $25 refundable deposit is required to hold a reservation. Deposit will not be refunded if any required cleanup is not completed by the member renter.
- Member must be present before guests arrive
- Member must provide gate opening & closing for arriving guests. Guest vehicles must not block private driveways of neighbors. - Parking outside the gate is not allowed.
- Parking is limited - provide guidance to guests to park efficiently without blocking access. Encourage carpooling.
- Member must provide parking attendant, to efficiently park guest vehicles within chapter property, to allow access & parking by other chapter members.
- Cars may not drive or park on the lawn near the lodge.
- Groups must bring their own paper products and trash bags.
- The reserving member must clean-up the lodge and pack out all refuse.
- Pack it in – Pack it all out - Please help keep the grounds free of litter.
- Extinguish your fire completely before you leave the property.
- Spring, Summer and Fall usage fee is $2 per person, with a minimum fee of $25 (maximum of 12 cars).
- Winter usage fee is $4/person, with a minimum fee of $40 (maximum of 8 cars).
- Contact Chapter Caretaker for checking lodge availability and reservations – pwerdmann@yahoo.com
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Picnic Tables & Fire Pits - to be shared:
- Be respectful and share with other members when there is high demand. Chapter tables, fire pits, barbeque grills may not be reserved.
- Keep all fires in designated fire pits only. Firewood is provided - do not bring in firewood.
- Extinguish your fire completely before you leave the property
- Pack it in-pack it all out (please help keep the grounds free of litter).
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