The Watkins Lake Owners Association Activities donated $2,000 to the American Cancer Society from money raised at the 5th annual Mary Kay Smith golf outing.  Even with rainy conditions it did not slow down the enthusiasm at The Fountains Golf course in Clarkston.  Between golf and raffle activities, the day was fun for all […]

It was a steamy hot fourth of July this year — especially among the judging committee as they struggled to name the winners in the 2018 Fourth of July Boat Parade. Seven entries provided distinctive takes on the theme of “Movies.” Entries were judged on categories including originality, décor, lake spirit and more.  In the […]

Fall Sunset on Watkins Lake as photographed by Catherine Martin.

  Watkins Lake participants showed their creativity, originality and team spirit in displaying an “Olympic” theme at the annual July 4th Holiday Celebration.   There were gladiators, chariots horses, togas, a syncronized swim team, a Holland windmill, a Jamaican Bobsled team, Olympic Rings, USA Flags, and Zika mosquitos to...

There have been several sightings of coyotes around Watkins Lake. According to the wildlife biologist for our area (Julie Oakes), January and February is the breeding time for the coyote. It is not uncommon to see them roaming around during the daylight hours at this time. To keep them away from your home: Do NOT […]

Watkins Lake Resident Tad Collins shares this early morning moment on the lake.

The Watkins Lake Paddle Board Rental, Lesson and Race was a success. The Paddle Board & Kayak business Owners, Vince and Lora Faraci (who reside in the neighborhood) did a splendid job of providing a very nice variety of paddle boards and very explicit instructions for each group. It turned out to be a beautiful […]

Meet you Social Committee that works hard to orchestrate the many activities on Watkins Lake.  Activities that range from the cardboard boat race….to the ski show….to the golf outing for a cancer cure…to the TGIF events.  The events are funded through sales of July 4th flair sales and other programs.  We salute these hard...

Watkins Lake has a wonderful collection of animal friends that make life on the lake rich.  Click through and see our pets for May.  Send us pictures of your animal friends for consideration in the months ahead.  Send them to Kathy Kos at kkos2@aol.com.

Make it a fun and safe summer on the water. The State of Michigan has published the Official Boating Handbook. Lots of good information for boats and personal watercraft. Be safe and review the rules.  Be sure to share the rules with your guests before they pilot a craft on the lake to ensure everyone […]