FPIA
PO Box 143
Mount Vernon, ME 04352
f[email protected]
Please email if you'd like to receive news, newsletters and announcements from FPIA
PO Box 143
Mount Vernon, ME 04352
f[email protected]
Please email if you'd like to receive news, newsletters and announcements from FPIA
Special thanks to Mark Anderman for preparing this file for us! 😎
THE LAKE BOOK
Published by Maine Lakes, it contains lake science, wildlife, native plants, erosion control and more! Download and print (free) PDF here Purchase: $8.50 incl. tax/shipping, click here |
FPIA FLYER
Need information for yourself, guests or renters? New to the pond? Share and/or print a copy. Paper copies will be at the Annual Meeting on July 8th. |
What does FPIA do?
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FPIA ~ Our Purpose
"The Purposes of the Flying Pond Improvement Association are, first, to oversee the needs of the Dam on Flying Pond and the Water-Rights, Access Points and the Dam Site on the outlet side of the Mill Pond in Mt. Vernon; secondly, to assume responsibility for the overall well-being of Flying Pond, with particular emphasis on its ecological health; and, finally, to encourage and support safe and lake-related activities that are beneficial not only to our members, but also to all residents of the Mt. Vernon/Vienna vicinity." |
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Safety Zones and Headway Speed Map
This map and information may be helpful to you as well as any guests you might have. Please share and help us preserve the shoreline and peacefulness of Flying Pond for everyone to enjoy! Map credit: Rick Christianson WATER SAFETY, HEADWAY SPEED/NO WAKE ZONES
Buoys are put in place to mark water safety zones for your convenience. If there is no buoy, it still might be a Water Safety Zone. State law requires at least 200' from ANY shore (islands are included). Operators must consider the effect of their boat’s wake. For everyone's benefit, please become familiar with these areas and follow the state regulations. We all rely upon your cooperation with these regulation to ensure the quality of our pond is preserved and we all enjoy the pond safely. The Boater’s Guide to Maine Boating Laws and Responsibilities, published by Maine IFW, is available at the Vienna and Mt. Vernon Town Halls. Please become familiar with Water Safety Zone regulations and encourage family members, friends and guests to become familiar with the rules. If you witness non-compliant boating, contact the Game Warden by calling: 1-800.452.4664. For additional information visit: maine.gov/ifw/warden-service MAINE DEPT OF INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE
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What is Headway Speed?
Headway speed means "no wake" within 200 feet of ANY shore (islands included)! Maine law says that headway speed "means the minimum speed necessary to maintain steerage and control of the watercraft while the watercraft is moving." All watercraft must be at or under headway speed when within 200 feet of ANY shore. Maine Boating Laws New to the pond? Need information to give to renters or guests? Maine Boating Laws protect all of us. Click below to access them: We LOVE our LOONS!
Did you know...
On Flying Pond we have had loon eggs hatch, but none have survived in recent years. Eagles, turtles, skunks, raccoons, and human disturbance can all be deadly. PLEASE help our loons as much as you can by being respectful. Loons need plenty of room without being disturbed. Enjoy them - but keep a good, safe distance. It makes sense AND it's the law. For more information about the law or to report violations, contact the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife at (207)287-8000. "Enjoy the loons - but give them room!!" "STATS" for Flying Pond (MVLMP data)
CONTACTING THE WARDEN
While the FPIA is NOT a regulatory organization, we strongly encourage you to call the Warden any time you see something that is not safe for people or for the lake. There is a local warden (Ethan Buck) who lives in Mt. Vernon area (call the Augusta number below). Here is information copied from their website https://www.maine.gov/ifw/warden-service/ : REPORT A VIOLATION: As game wardens work to protect our precious natural resources, we rely on the public to be an extra set of eyes and ears. If you witness a violation or suspect illegal activity, please report! To reach a Game Warden 24-hours a day, contact the Augusta dispatch center: 1-800-452-4664 You can also report a violation anonymously through Maine Operation Game Thief by visiting maineogt.org or calling 1-800-ALERT-US (1-800-253-7887) |
Capturing a Glimpse of the Pond!
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Safely Dispose of Lead Tackle:
The Dr. Shaw Memorial Library and the Transfer Station in Mt. Vernon have kindly offered to collect lead tackle and dispose of it safely. Please bring your lead tackle there for proper disposal!
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