Last spring a sign at Waverly Lake caught my eye, so I got off the bike and took its picture. Now the sign’s message has been superseded by events.
This needs an explanation: How come Albany’s Waverly Lake is once again sporting unsightly rafts of algae while the Swan Lakes, just upstream on Cox Creek, appear to be completely clear?
The other day somebody wondered on social media why the new fountain and aerators in Albany’s Waverly Lake were not working. But if they were off, it was because the power was out.
As you have either noticed or guessed, the paddle boats that used to be available for rent on Waverly Lake in summers past are not out there now.
The Albany Parks Department hopes to hire a company to keep Waverly Lake clear of unsightly algae and weed growth this summer.
Heat may not be the only thing interfering with the summertime paddle boat rentals the Albany Parks and Recreation Department normally runs on Waverly Lake.
On Waverly Lake, it’s paddle season
Friday’s evening bike ride took me past Waverly Lake, where four yellow paddle boats shaped like big ducklings were moored in the middle.
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