Michigan Hot Boat weekend Wamplers Lake Sept 25-- Who's coming?

[pyro]

Michigan Hot Boats at Wamplers Lake, September 25th.

There will be quite a few jet boats for your spanking pleasure. :D

The lake is approx 2 miles end to end, 780 acres. Jerry's Pub is on the south shore (YES, there's a BAR right on the lake!) The water is clean and clear, there is a public beach, and a couple of spots to pull up boats along the park property. the lake has a couple of sandbar hangouts.
Most of the lake is plenty deep enough if you stay away from the shore. Depth map available here in PDF format: http://www.dnr.state.mi.us/SPATIALDATALIBRARY/PDF_MAPS/INLAND_LAKE_MAPS/JACKSON/WAMPLERS_LAKE.PDF

1.5 hour drive from Brighton/Howell
1.5 hour drive from Lansing
1.5 hour drive from Detroit
45 min. drive from Ann Arbor
1 hour drive from Toledo.

Wamplers Lake is in both Jackson and Lenawee counties, near MIS speedway. Take US-12 to M-124 (aka Wamplers Lake Rd), 1/2 mile north and turn left into Walter J. Hayes State Park. Daily pass is $5, I believe. There is also a campground 1/4 mile north of the launch entrance on the East side of the road. Another small lake called Round Lake borders the campground http://www.dnr.state.mi.us/SPATIALDATALIBRARY/PDF_MAPS/INLAND_LAKE_MAPS/JACKSON/ROUND_LAKE_V3.PDF It also has a launch, but with limited parking. A small canal connects the two lakes, there is a low bridge to go underneath. My boat fits under it just fine.

Water cops from both counties are out on the weekends. During last year's gathering, they were really cool, and weren't bothering anyone for breaking the speed limit, some guys made brief 100 mph passes without any trouble from the law. One guy took a cop for a ride!

Who is going to show up??

Pictures from last year's gathering: http://forums.screamandfly.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=43158
This picture was from Sunday of last year's Wamplers weekend:

[pyro]

Here's a map of the area.
Adrian is hidden under the left side of the map in the green box.

[fijjity]

It is a little close to me, though. I have never been there, I am surprized I had not heard of it. Maybe the marine patrol will let me make a speed pass. I might could hit 53....

[mercstv]

pyro are you going to make the hardy party this year? not sure if I will make it to wamplers. by then its time to get the sleds out for a little drag racing. :D

[Wolverine]

Yeah, get that 'stream up to Hardy. Bring yer gang up where the big boys play! I'm sure there will be a 'stream or two for you to play with, especially the ol' powder puff blue one with the OMC. That's my buddy's old Talon in the pic you posted. Great boat!

[mercstv]

the ski doo pro stocker is mine.

[fijjity]

You ever run up to Anchor Bay? Been there a lot in the past 2 years when the snow sux.

[pyro]

I can't make it to Hardy this year, I still can't afford a truck or a Jeep. My Lebaron wouldn't hold up to a 3.5 hour tow. I want to come up there someday...

I plan on going to Wamplers on the 25th with my wife, and possibly a couple of friends (Wives can chat at the picnic tables while the guys tear up the lake :D :D :D )

You guys in lower Michigan and Northern Indiana/Ohio are less than 2.5 hours from here, you better come out here! I have not met anyone from this board other than Lynn (Cap't. Insane-O), and dammit Cappy, you better make it out there this year too. Take the day off and bring that little CAT out to the lake. Did you hang some new power on it yet?

I live in Tecumseh, 15 minutes West of Cabella's.
I work in Ann Arbor.
Call me at work if you want to talk about Wamplers...
Music Go Round
(734) 662-1080

-Chad

[mercstv]

yes I sometimes go to anchor bay. I us to go to white lake untill to cops got to bad now I run at park lake witch is very nice because its my local lake and there never is any trouble from the law.

[Zman]

Do you guys mind if I bring my boat up if I have my motor ready ? I have a 12ft Hydrostream Hustler that if everything goes right I will have a 70hp Stinger for it next week. I guess I would be pushing in the 60s or maybe low 70s. Here is a pic of the boat. Keep in mind I bought the boat from a guy who had it posted on Hydrostream.org and I dont have a motor on it yet. It did have a pro 50 on it but I intended on upping the hp :D

[Zman]

Sorry I had to post the pic of the mota. Not one you see often :D

Cant wait to see what it does on my hustler

[fijjity]

Cute boat, the orange will look good on it.

[pyro]

Anyone is welcome to show up! It's a public lake.

The Hot Boaters are a really nice group of people. I met some of them last year. I am not part of their organization, but I like to go to the lake and check out all the fast boats, and take pictures.

There are several hundred yards worth of beach and shoreline parking and anchoring, right between the launch site canal and the public beach:

[Wolverine]

Are there many O/B tunnels or is it mostly jets and v-drives? Will there be any racing or is it going to be shoreline / parking lot racing and big Wheel O' Fortune speed claims. Heard a lot of these Michigan Hot boat boys make a lot of big number claims at Hardy over the years, but have yet to see one backed up. Maybe this will be the year.

[pyro]

That's a trick question. I've never gone to Wamplers on a big Saturday for the large turnout. Yes, there are lots of jetters as well as some outboards, that's why we need more Scream And Fly outboards there to REPRESENT...

SHOW UP, bring the good stuff!

-Chad

[pyro]

Daytona19 ?
Cap't Insane-o ?
You guys gonna come?

Scott, the bar is lakefront!!

[drag120]

I'm planning on Saturday but not sure which boat I'm going to bring. I have to work in the morning so it'll be in the afternoon sometime. There's usually 3 times the boats on Saturday so it does get rough there. It's always a good time though, great bunch of people. Tom

[pyro]

17 days and counting down...

I want to see all of you southern Michigan outboards out there!

Who wants to show up and spank some big block jetters?

[JRider]

If I have the day off I will be there.

[Wolverine]

Tom, you've been to both Hardy and Wamplers. Which place has the biggest turn out of boaters and which has more outboard vees and tunnels? I have that weekend off and would like to go to Wamplers, but only if there are some outboards that show up. I'll be at Hardy for sure, cuz that's where most of the high performance rigs will certainly be since there is a place to race and the law doesn't bother you!

[Capt.Insane-o]

That's the weekend of the drawing for the lots up in Oscoda, so I'm going to have to pass I guess. Hey Tom if your going to be there I need to get a hold of George or Tom to get your props back to you.:cool:

[drag120]

Big Daddy, CONGRATS!!! Hardy has the most outboards. Wamplers has more jets and v-drives but is usually colder and it gets pretty rough there. At Hardy you can always find smooth spots to hit 125. :eek: I have been to both and Hardy has 10 times more boat traffic but Wamplers has the Ohio and Indiana STV's that show up too. I really can't put a number on it but at Wamplers the club usually roasts a turkey or has some sort of meal. Capt'n, you can hang on to them if you need to. At Wamplers I usually take the slow boat as it gets too rough for the 120. I've seen upwards of 6 STV's, a couple Talons and 4-5 Eliminators at Wamplers. Tom

[Wolverine]

A few new STV's to stir up some action with -- I'll be there !!

[pyro]

The whole point of posting this thread was to talk some more outboard boaters into showing up!

Big Daddy, to answer your question:
If more of YOU outboards come, then there WILL be a pretty well-balanced mix of outboards, jets, and a few v-drives too. Hope to see you there!

If some of you Scream And Fly'ers will be there, I'll bring some hamburger patties and we'll have a big burger cookout. I look forward to meeting some of those in person who I've chatted with here for the last four years! Look for the silver metal flake Vegas XT, it's hard to miss on a sunny day!

As for the weather, September is a toss-up. Last year it was 75 and sunny. An absolutely perfect day. I hope the weather cooperates this year as well.

As for the water, SHOW UP EARLY before the weekenders and jet-skis come out, I'll be arriving around 9 AM. Stay for the day, bring some props to test and swap, I'll bring a couple for people to try out.

Last year, both Jackson and Lenawee county water cops were nice and OK. They were happy to see responsible boaters wearing lifeline vests and kill switches. Someone said that one of the cops went for a triple-digit ride in someone's boat last year!

If anyone needs directions, call me at work Tue-Sat 10-6:
(734) 662-1080
-Chad

[drag120]

Sorry Pyro, both have their good points and bad points. I like wamplers as it's usually very laid back with boats making 90+ mph passes. If you want to see some fast boats and some good bench racing come on down to Wamplers. Don't get me wrong, there's a lot of outboards that go there. I don't want to discourage people from going as it is a good time. I'm looking forward to meeting you also. Tom

[fijjity]

I should have the 140 on it and runnin, the interior done, carpet laid, I just got more teakwood today so I can finish the trim. Tryin to figure out a color scheme is givin me fits! I wish i had a program on here that I could just click different colors on it and see what it would look like. Anyhow, Wamplers is closer to me. We have a chain of lakes with 2 sand bars close to me and lotsa hotboats, but wamplers is a different place to go. I hope it is warm, or at least not raining.

[Scott Gilmore]

I saw on Ebay that you had your buddies Vegas for sale but it didn't meet the reserve. Did he sell it or is it still for sale ? Scott :D ...............looked like a real nice boat !

[fijjity]

Very nice boat. It was very close to the reserve-within a couple hundred dollars. He wants a bigger boat.

[pyro]

Less than 2 weeks 'till Wamplers Hot Boat day!

Anybody who is coming, be sure to bring some props for fellow outboard-ers to test out. I will do the same.

Beer, Mountain Dew, and Hamburger buns would also be good things to bring. :D

See you guys at the beach.......

-Chad

[pyro]

Next Saturday! Be there...

A short drive from anywhere in southern michigan, or northern indiana or ohio...

-Chad

[Daytona19]

I would like to be there but I cant. Thanks for sparking interest Pyro it really helps the club. we have had our largest enrollment this year and the club seams to be growing with great people from all over, even outside Michigan. You guys have a great time and be safe.

[chevelle]

HEY HOW'S IT GOING THE WAMPERS LAKE SOUNDS COOL THERE ARE 4 OF USE HERE FROM THE MARBLE LAKE CHAIN THAT ARE PLANNING ON COMING OVER CAN U TELL ME ABOUT HOW FAR IT IS FROM QUINCY MICHIGAN? THANKS MIKE

1990 STV PROCOMP

[chevelle]

OH YEAH AND BY THE WAY ALL OUTBOARDS FOR SOME JET KICKING ASS THANKS MIKE

[Scott Gilmore]

Sounds fun, I might just show ! Scott :D

[fijjity]

Is Greg plannin on goin too? I am gonna make it. How many more? Kary

[pyro]

EVERYBODY:

Be safe, stay on the county patrols' good side, and things will be alright. Show them that we're a responsible group. Idle out 150 feet before taking off. Come off plane far away from shore and idle in (they love to write-up for the 150 foot thing.) Some racing will usually be tolerated.

Kill switches. Vests and helmets ON if you plan to run WFO. Easy on the Molson, the .08 % applies to lakers too. Hang out at the beach if you're buzzed! If anyone gets busted for DWI, we're gonna look bad, so keep it clean.

Speaking of drinking, SCOTT GILMORE you better make it out there, boat or not. I got a few beers with your name on em'.

Yes, there will be a few jettters there, but be nice to 'em, they have "pride in their rides" just like the rest of us. Some spankings WILL need to be delivered, but spank tastefully.

Chevelle-

I almost went down to Butler to watch the races last weekend, but my friends cancelled on me. I love that track, the noise, the dirt in my hair.... :D

Wamplers is a little over 40 miles from Quincy. Easily less than an hour away. A straight shot up US-12. See map from Quincy below:

[fijjity]

I live around the corner from Butler

[mercstv]

will we be able to race or will we get tickets if we try? I do not want to show up to run only to sit on shore and talk about how fast my boat is. most of the hot boaters do this when they came to the hardy party none of them raced they all sat around. don't get me wrong they were nice but I like to race. I also know you cant say for sure it we can or cannot but would like to know if they raced last year or did they run one at a time? thanks tom

[Wolverine]

Good question Tom. I'd hate to drive all that ways to just sit on the beach. I'm coming to run - I can sit at home on my own lake. And like at Hardy - no inbred racing.

[chevelle]

kary hows it going hey greg isnt gonna make it as far as i know. its juts me my dad jake larry and roger! thanks for the info pyro sounds like fun and were looking foward to it see u this saturday!!

thanks mike

[JW]

Should make for some fast passes!

Too bad I don't have a boat that I'd bring to a hot boat meet! All I have is the wife's Glastron I/O, the ancient pontoon boat, and my 14' Alumacraft/15 Honda. I'd be too embarrassed to run any of them!!

[fijjity]

But I am goin anyway.....somewhere different to go besides here....I will see ya there Mike and crew!

[pyro]

Racing? YES! Definitely. Talk is cheap. I will have the video camera on hand and I will post plenty of racing footage afterward to lay on a guilt trip on whover doesn't show up Saturday!

The Sheriff Marine Patrols know that everybody is there to run fast. :) They have been OK with some grudge racing in the past. You're NOT going to get a ticket unless you're just plain driving stupid or drunk. Last year there were several 115+ mph outboards making passes while the patrols simply kept an eye out for any downright reckless behavior. The cops were happy to see so many hotboaters wearing vests and helmets. Heck, someone even took one of the cops for a 100 mph ride! :D

There were quite a few jet boats drag racing on Sunday last year, and a nice fellow named Darren took me for a 85 mph ride in his Talon. On several occasions, we were running three boats side by side over 75 mph down the length of the lake. No problems.

BRING PROPS for try-outs, buy/sell/swap, etc.

-Chad

[pyro]

Forecast for Brooklyn, MI area:

http://www.intellicast.com/Local/USLocalStd.asp?loc=usmict3126&seg=LocalWeather&prodgrp=Forecasts&product=Forecast&prodnav=none&pid=none

So far, 70+ degrees and sunny. Last year, it was also 70+ and sunny, it was absolutely perfect. Sunny enough to be warm, but cool enough to not get too hot in the sun. The engines were running great, and we were getting a nice sunburn. :D

Bring beer :D

[Scott Gilmore]

Did you have that HST on Torch Lake Labor Day weekend, I saw one that looks like your picture ? Scott :D

[JRider]

Hey Scott...wish you would have came and talked to me. Seen your name on S&F a lot. Good buds with with SLeve A (from MN) who knows you some how. Had a few beers I could have fed ya that day. That lake is the most beuatiful water I have ever seen. Rented a place 3 doors down from Gordys Dockside bar...great deal, ten days for $550...Very conivienient. Seeya at Wamplers? If you see my boat come and meet me I will have a few beers with your name on'em.

[Scott Gilmore]

WOW, $550 for 10 days on Torch ?? What a deal, email me some info on that place if you get a chance. Not sure if I'll be @ Wamplers, Hardy or Torch this weekend, still trying to decide. Tell that DRUNK Steve A. I said hi ! Scott :D

[mercstv]

oh come on scott you know you want to come on down. we have a good size group comming with us. see yea at the bar :eek: I meen the lake :D

[Scott Gilmore]

Bar ? I'll tell ya, Jerrys Pub is right on the lake & it's a nice bar (really good food too). Also I know the bar tour of the area really well , plenty of good spots. Scott :D

[JRider]

Sorry Scott...not much information to be had on the rental...a friend of a friends relative rented it to us. Kind of an inside deal. Check with Gordy at the Dockside, he has a place that he rents RIGHT NEXT DOOR to the bar.

[Wolverine]

Who do ya got going down to Wamplers and what days are you going? Didn't ask me! Now I now where I stand with you guys!:D

[pyro]

I'll buy plenty of beer. You Scream And Flyers can help me lighten my cooler and run faster. I've been on these forums for four years, it's time to meet some of you and share a cold one together. :D

[ken medendorp]

Yo big Daddy, Tom told me you where going

[Wolverine]

Ken, don't tell me you're going too. Mary let you off the leash a bit lately. Be careful, she must want something.;)

[ken medendorp]

BD not sure yet if I'am going

[JW]

If I show up boatless, is there a good place to hang out and watch the fun? Good vantage point for taking digital pix?

[fijjity]

You can sit in my boat if ya like...mine is slow

[drag120]

Jim, I'm going but I have to test the Warrior this week. I'm going even if I don't bring the boat. Bring a chair for the beach and there is plenty of people to ask for rides. I'll have the parts truck with me. Tom

[pyro]

The Walter J. Hayes State Park borders the East side of the lake (US-12 to Wamplers Lk Rd.). Jerry's Pub is on the South shore, (US-12 to Egan Hwy)

The boat launch is on a canal betwen Round Lake (small) and Wamplers Lake. There's an old-school marina just beyond the low bridge. On Wamplers, there's a small penninsula at the mouth of the canal, people park on both sides (I'll probably be here). From there to the State Park beach is 100 yeards or so of wooded shoreline. Boats park wall-to-wall along this park property shoreline. See here: http://forums.screamandfly.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=43158
A few boats also park on the opposite side of the beach area, which is "no wake" for 150 feet beyond the swim area bouys.

Be sure to spank some bassers, there's quite a few who live there, and some of them think 70 mph is fast. Spank those jetters, too. SPANK! SPANK! SPANK!

MEIJER has 28-pack Molson bottles on sale for $16.69. HELL YES! :D :D :D

I also have 5 pounds of Meijer Ground Chuck, I'll partially freeze it and cut it into patties for the grill. I still need to get charcoal and fluid. Burgers on me!

-Chad

[Chet Doak]

:D To anyone that comes to Wamplers Lake Sept. 25-26, I believe you will have a good time. I've belonged to M.H.B. since 1991 and have yet to have a bad time no matter where we go, but I'm rather partial to Wamplers Lake. Like you've been told, the cops are rather reasonable as long as we don't get real crazy.
By the way, you may find a jet or two that can keep up with you. We are looking forward to seeing your club members sat.
Chet Doak

[JW]

What time you leaving AZO?? Testing on Barton or SugarLoaf?

[Scott Gilmore]

Originally posted by JW
If I show up boatless, is there a good place to hang out and watch the fun? Good vantage point for taking digital pix?

JW, If you promise to show......you can drive my new/used boat all day . Scott :D

[pyro]

Chet is right, many of these jets are supercharged 500+ CI, and will give some outboards a run for their money.

I've got 42 beers and 5 pounds of ground beef in the fridge. :)

I machine glazed the boat on Monday, the gas tank is full (and yes, there's oil in there.) I'll probably be running the 24p chopper, hopefully I don't roast my motor turning 7000 RPM. :D

[drag120]

JW, I have to work Sat morning so I won't leave until atleast 11 AM or so. Welcome aboard Chet!! I'll test it Thursday in GR but I don't expect it to be faster than 90. :D Looking forward to seeing everyone there. I'll bring my latest "windowed" block too. Tom

[JW]

I'll leave earlier than 11:00. That sucks Tom! Scotty G, be careful, I'd take you up on that offer! What are you running now, a DUX? :D

[Scott Gilmore]

Originally posted by JW
I'll leave earlier than 11:00. That sucks Tom! Scotty G, be careful, I'd take you up on that offer! What are you running now, a DUX? :D

I'll have a Ski Racer/225 Pro Max combo. Still have the Dux though. Scott :D

[JRider]

Workin on my boss to get the day off...looks like the weather is going to be in the 70s. If I make it I will have a few beers/props for other people to try if they would like.:D

[Howard Daenzer]

I'm planning on being there with the ole family boat (STV)! It was good seeing you guys at the Hardy Party and look forward to the Wamplers MI Hot Boat meet! I called my friend Tony from Lake Orion to come, but I think you just bought his boat Scott? Rob, you should have called him. See everyone Saturday!

Howard Daenzer

[Scott Gilmore]

Yes, I just bought his boat. Probably see you there. Scott :D

[ken medendorp]

Scott what kind of boat did you buy?

[Scott Gilmore]

I bought a really clean 96 Mirage Ski Racer with a 225 Pro Max (soon to be replaced). I've only had it since Saturday but it seems fun so far. Scott :D

[pyro]

My beautiful, sweet-heart wife says that I can't bring 42 beers for you guys. :mad: I'll bring as many Molsons as can fit in a Playmate cooler with the beef patties. Maybe a few extra cold ones under the back seat, I'll put them on ice when there's room for them later.

Bring some props so we can "loan, borrow, and test."

-Chad

[Wolverine]

Howard, I'm just waiting for you to sell your boat. I should have bought Tony's when I had the chance. We'll see you at Wamplers on Saturday. Looks like a great weekend is shaping up as far as the weather goes! The Riverdogs will take on any challengers!!!

[Scott Gilmore]

Originally posted by pyro
My beautiful, sweet-heart wife says that I can't bring 42 beers for you guys. :mad: I'll bring as many Molsons as can fit in a Playmate cooler with the beef patties. Maybe a few extra cold ones under the back seat, I'll put them on ice when there's room for them later.

Bring some props so we can "loan, borrow, and test."

-Chad

Chad, FORGET the food , just bring as many beers as possible !! Scott :D

[chevelle]

was up guys the weather looks good for saturday im excited to see all the diffrent hot boats looking foward to some hot runs! cant wait to see you all there saturday! mike

4 more outboards from the marble lake area!!!

[Smooth Harry]

Sounds like this Wampler's lake thing might be a good time. I understand they had over a half a hundred members there last year.If many of your boaters show up, WOW.I'll be there with an old yellow Sleekcraft jet and would like to meet some of the Outboard guys from Scream and Fly.Walk over and say hello. You can't miss me.

[fijjity]

What time is it gonna be? Anybody gonna be there round 9am?

[drag120]

Some of the guys get there around 8 to make some runs before the lake gets rough. Sounds like a good turn out. I'll be in the Seebold Warrior. I won't be there until the afternoon though. Sorry Chet but I'm bringing the slow boat. Tom

[pyro]

I'll try to get there around 10 AM.

Brooklyn forecast: http://www.intellicast.com/Local/USLocalStd.asp?loc=usmict3126&seg=LocalWeather&prodgrp=Forecasts&product=Forecast&prodnav=none&pid=none
Saturday: Sunshine along with some passing clouds. High 76F. Winds NW at 5 to 10 mph.

JW, did you say "Sugarloaf?" Near Chelsea? Just wondering. That little lake is where my boat's previous owner lives, it was where I test drove the Vegas the day I purchased it...

HARRY: This jet boat? I took the photo last year.

[drag120]

Sugarloaf is a half mile long lake near Kalamazoo. I do some testing there but the local Sherriff likes to radar me. I don't think a 55mph over the speed limit ticket wouldn't be good. Tom

[pyro]

Get there nice and early. We can test props and stuff before noon. The lake gets a little rough in the afternoon, so some of us can bump up the trim and do some "wave hunting" if the Sheriff doesn't mind us catching some air. :D The rest of you can come over to my boat to meet my wife Jessica :eek: and grab a cold Molson from me. Give me a head count for burgers before lunch time. I made up 12 lbs worth of chuck patties this morning. I have buns. I have 2 bags of potato chips. I have a few beers, and I'll have a few tomorrow :D

Somebody wanna buy some 2-liters and bring them? At least a couple of Mountain Dews, maybe a few others?

-Chad

[fijjity]

I hafta fix the trim leak out of the valve body of the pump. I think the jet and tunnel would make a good pair....:D

[JRider]

Got word from the boss that I am free tomorrow. MR GILLmore I will have a beer for you...bring that squarepusher CD. Lookout jets here we come. Pyro...will be glad to meet ya.

[Wolverine]

It's 5:30 AM and I'm up and getting ready for the long drive down. We have two boats coming from the Hardy Dam area, myself and Denny in our Mirages. The Lansing area boys will be there too. Pyro, be ready my friend, you are about to be invaded by the Riverdogs!

[JW]

WAYYYYYY too much work around the house. I've let it pile up for too long. What about Sunday? Who's going tomorrow???

[fijjity]

One thing after another. headin to a local lake now to test.

[BOTTOMS UP SERVICE]

tested my 24 cat today. chopper not so good ,back to the mirage and install the interior next week. I show with a different boat I have built every year. Kills me to not be there to see Al in the skiff kicking everybody's a--.

Bill