What does Winnipesaukee mean?
It’s an Indian word, which is is thought to have several meanings. The most common interpretation is “Smile of the Great Spirit” What determines the exact time and date of Ice Out on Lake Winnipesaukee? The official Ice-Out is determines when the Mt. Washington can successfully navigate to all it ports of call. The Lakes Region Association is responsible for reporting the announcement. Are there any unusual Lake Winnipesaukee island names? You bet. How about Overnight, Spider, Rattlesnake, Scavenger, Winch, Upper Shoe, Little Barndoor, Sleepers, Gichigumi, Little Whortleberry, Huck, Little Ganzey, and Guay. When does Lake Winnipesaukee freeze over in the winter?
