Governor Tim Walz announced Tuesday, April 14, that the continued reopening of essential businesses would include:

*bait harvesters

*garden centers

*lake service providers who "install and support the installation of docks, boat lifts, and other water-related equipment."

In addition and more importantly to many, the guidelines ask any out-of-state visitors, including cabin owners returning from warmer climes, to self-quarantine for 14 days upon your arrival at your summer place.

Details for those of us arriving from other MN areas realize it is time to utilize the Golden Rule AND Minnesota Nice for residents of Aitkin County.

Saturday, April 18, the boat landings in MN could again become busy with boaters choosing to be alone or with their immediate family to enjoy the lakes. Please remember to allow at least a boat length between you and anyone else both at the landing area and on the lake.

Anywhere while at the lake, please.....

...Practice social distancing of at least 6 feet.

...Use this time to bring "spring" to your property by staying home on your property.

...Any chance of being sick....stay away from others and know Riverwood Healthcare Center in Aitkin has 4 intensive care beds which need to provide for the year-round residents as well.

Thanks in advance for helping to mitigate this crisis on the lake we love.