Another Afternoon at Derby Creek Beach

dear friends--

earlier this month, we spent a pleasant afternoon together at Derby Creek Beach ... but it wasn't exactly beach weather. this coming weekend, two weeks further into summer, looks more promising, so let's try it again.

be sure to check the weather beforehand, and dress appropriately. http://www.weather.com/weather/tenday/Beverly+Shores+IN+46301 , which, i hope, will be a swimsuit and flip-flops so you can go in the water, which is now in the low-70's, and feels good. it is rather rocky entering the Lake, so you might want to bring water shoes.
bring along a snack which we will eat at the beach, plus enough water (one quart minimum), a hat with a brim, sunscreen, etc.

about a quarter mile to the east, at Lakeview Beach, there are modern restrooms and drinking water, but bring your own water with, because it is a bit of a hike.

once at the beach, we will assess the temperature, sun conditions, and the inclinations of the group to decide who just wants to hang out on the beach, and who might want to walk down the shore.

hope to see you there,

Rick

directions & parking instructions:

avoid the intersection of IN 49 & US 12 because of summer traffic jams; take IN 49 north to US 20; go east; turn left on CR 300 E (Kemil rd), then right on US 12, then left onto Broadway (traffic light opposite National Park campground); continue about 3/4 mile, and turn left at Marne, go to 11 w Marne--a gray, three story house set back rather far from the road; street parking is not allowed in Beverly Shores, but you can park in the off-street spaces across the road from us, and in front of the house to the east of us (towards Broadway); pull straight into the spaces and park as close together as you safely can; DO NOT block anyone in, or block any driveways!

do not park in my driveway unless i tell you to. do not block anyone's driveway.

once you have parked, come to my front porch and take one of the parking permits there. put it in your car window facing the road.

if all spaces are taken, call me at 773-415-0428.

we will wait till 11:30, then depart for the beach. i will drive our trusty golf cart, Bluesheen, down to the beach with people's gear, since i have a Beverly Shores parking permit, and Erin will lead the rest of you there on foot.

i can take 1-3 passengers by golf cart if anyone wants or needs a ride.