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Last evening I took my first walk this summer on the Clear Lake Bike Trail. It had been a long day—work didn’t end until 8 p.m., and it was cooling, but pleasant; so I invited my husband for that brisk walk. What a treasure is Clear Lake! It made me remember my very first drive into Waseca many years ago, heading west on Hwy 14 from 35W, seeing the city sign post and then being so pleasantly surprised as the highway curved in front of Kiesler’s—there was a huge, beautiful, blue clear lake in Waseca, Minnesota. The drive past the ball field and Barney’s Drive-In introduced me to stately East Elm Avenue and all the beautiful turn-of-the century homes that reflected a rich history. I didn’t know it on that first trip to Waseca, but I had come home.
I still love to watch the lake, to see the weather reflected in its waters, to see who’s fishing or water-skiing, or who’s just enjoying a pontoon cruise with friends. What do you remember about visiting Clear Lake? Did you grow up in Waseca and go out to Clear Lake Beach all summer? Did you live on the lake or work at one of the restaurants, clubs, boat rentals or liveries? Did you camp up at Maplewood Park? Do you remember the waterslides?
We’re presenting a new exhibit at Hodgson Hall during the Waseca County Fair, July 14-18, “Goin’ to the Lake: The History of Clear Lake”
Share YOUR memories, YOUR stories, YOUR pictures!
Please reply here, or call 507-835-7700, or visit us at Hodgson Hall during the fair.
Look Forward to Our Past—Waseca County Historical Society
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