Lake Chargoggagoggmanchauggagoggchaubunagungamaugg

                                                            


I was ready for a break from "chores" and do some exploring today.  With threatened rain this afternoon, we headed out to Lake Chargoggagoggmanchauggagoggchaubunagungamaugg in Webster, Ma mid morning.  When I saw the name on my "things to do" search - I was in!

The longest place name in the US and one of the longest in the world.

Originates from the Nipmuc Algonquian language. 

The popular translation - "You fish on your side, I fish on my side, nobody fishes in the middle."

The authentic meaning - "divided" or "neutral" fishing place used by different Indian tribes

Chargoggagogg indicating English knifemen and Manchauggagogg indicating Nipmuc Indian.

The rain held off while we explored the area.  Chilly though with the strong winds off the water we were a bit under dressed.  

                                    Lots of Canadian geese including these little ones.

                                        One of the walking paths between the cove and the lake.

                                                The sand was a bit rocky but the water was shallow.  
                                                Perfect for families with young kids.

                                                        One of the paths.

                                    The facilities building (closed) but I assume has restrooms, 
                                    changing rooms and concessions.

                                           Cement foosball!  (BYOB - bring your own ball!)

                                           Cement cornhole (BYOB - bring your own bag!)

                                       Cement chess/checkerboard (BYOP - bring your own pieces)

                                                 Cool bridge with plenty of benches for sitting 
                                                    and watching the wildlife.

                                                    Beaver lodge and recent tree felled.

                                                    Antique lifeguard chair.


After walking 2 of the 3 trails we headed to lunch at the nearby Alley Cat Diner.  Food - very good.  Parking - minimal.  Wait staff - friendly.  Wait times - too long.  Both the waitress and cook have the pace of the retired.  Good thing we were in no rush.  Neat art work to amuse us.


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