Lake Viking Newsfeed
Topics and information of more immediate concern or interest to Lake Viking members will be presented here. This information may be updated and expanded as developments occur, so please check here often.
LVN Feb 2021
LVN Jan 2021
Big Water Plant Upgrade Planned
By Troy Lesan I have an idea. Pour yourself a nice glass of water and sit down. I have an article I want you to read . . . about our drinking water. Maybe not such an exciting subject – it’s something that we mostly take for granted – but it’s very important. We are...
Stay Safe! Observe These Safety Tips
Clean your chimney before building a fire; Warm up your car outside, not in the garage; Know the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning … headache, dizziness, weakness, upset stomach, vomiting, chest pain and confusion; Make an emergency kit for your car; including...
Our Iconic Residents
One of the unique attractions of living at Lake Viking is the abundance of wildlife. Some wildlife is seasonal, like loons and pelicans, but these eagles, along with several others, are permanent residents and we are glad to have them. Later in the year, when the lake...
LVN Dec 2020
Lake Viking E-mail List Request
***ATTENTION MEMBERS*** If you would like to be added to the Lake Viking e-mail list, please e-mail us at [email protected] to be added. This will include all Zoom link requests as well. Please include your lot number with request.
Fish stocking
Around a dozen folks were on hand at the Yacht Club to witness Harrison Fishery stocking Lake Viking with 800 walleye. Mike Feiden, one of the onlookers, commented on LV Facebook: “It was a fantastic day for our fishery!” . Brett Bush, who is the Association contact...
Birding …and Snow Birding!
Dwight and Sharon Svuba have owned a house at Lake Viking since 2001. Needless to say, with eagles, herons, pelicans, and even occasional loons, the Lake has been a good place for Dwight to pursue his hobby of photographing birds. Each winter, however, the Svubas...
Holiday Safety Tips…
Holiday Safety Tips… Keep tree fresh by watering daily. Keep your tree at least three feet from heat sources such as candles, electric space heaters, or fireplaces. Inspect electrical decorations before using. Don’t overload your home’s electrical outlets/circuits....
Death: Henry Edsel Ford [1928-2020]
Henry Edsel Ford, 92, entered peacefully into rest on Nov. 4, 2020. He was born in Kansas City, MO, on Oct. 22, 1928, to Fred James and Lenore (Beem) Ford. He grew up in Winterset, IA, and graduated from Winterset High School in 1947. He enlisted in the Air Force in...
Death: Wilton Adkins [1933-2020]
Wilton Hugh Adkins, 87, Savannah, passed away Oct. 18, 2020, surrounded by family. Wilton was born Jan. 13, 1933, in Savannah to the late Merle Columbus and Crystal Ann (Schweizer) Adkins. He graduated from Rosendale High School in 1951 and was active in FFA, State...
Death: Jimmy Jordan [1956-2020]
Jimmy Jordan, 63, Gallatin, passed away Sept. 23, 2020, at his home. Jimmy was born Sept. 28, 1956, the son of James P. and Darlene (Davis) Jordan in Kansas City, KS. He grew up in Kansas City and made his roots there, however the family moved several times across...
Death: Billy Joe Latimer [1948-2020]
Billy Joe Latimer, 72, Cameron, passed away Nov. 2, 2020. Bill was born Jan. 21, 1948, in Niangua, MO, to Howard and Iris (Forgey) Latimer. He graduated from Penney High School, class of 1966. Bill was a Union Representative for the UAW Local 31, until his retirement....
Lake Viking quilters donate to local schools
Like everyone else, the Lake Viking Quilters’ routine was interrupted by COVID-19 hassles and restrictions. When the Lake Viking Clubhouse was closed in late March, the girls temporarily lost a meeting place. They met for a while after the clubhouse was open again but...
Welcome New Members – October 2020
Lot 2138 -- Michael & Connie Harris Lot 1056 -- Brent & Lauren Hancock Lot 1061 -- Syler Construction, Inc Lot 1743 -- James & Peggy Embrey Lot 503 -- Ronald & Elisabeth Bachman Lot 2138 -- Michael & Connie Harris Lot MH155 -- Brian & Jill Ward...
Add your email address
To have your email added to the Lake Viking membership list kept at the lake office, please email: [email protected]
LVN Nov 2020
Free Hot Tub
We have a 75x82 hot tub that is in nice condition but not currently working. We are getting a replacement and would like to give it away if you are handy. Give me a call if you want to see it. Phone 816-516-5299. Email: [email protected]
LVN Oct 2020
2020 — August Infractions & Warnings
Safety officers issued 32 infraction notices during the month of August. The infractions are as follows: No Boater Safety Card - 4 Movement Conflicting – 2 Unauthorized Watercraft – 2 Careless Operation of Watercraft - 2 Failure to Maintain Trash - 2 Peace...
Think safety when burning leaves
Here are a few tips to remember when burning leaves … Do not burn when winds are in excess of 15 mph.** Do not leave the area unattended while the leaf pile is burning. ** Plan to burn on a vegetation-free, level patch of dirt no more than 4’x4’ and at least 50’ from...
Late summer 2020 events prove popular!
The Lake Viking Activities Committee has provided a busy venue for membership during the past few weeks. The recent lineup started with Patio Party #3, held once again in the clubhouse area and featuring a group called Cheap Thrills. This group was a recent addition...
Welcome New Members — August 2020
Lake Viking Association welcomes the following new members for August 2020: . Lot 67 Todd & Tricia McCullough Lot 95 Dean Prather Lot 242 Joseph & Adrian Formanek Lot 302 Jim & Kenneta Grisham Lot 335 David & Phyllis Lawson Lot 593 William & Mara...
LV Safety Department Goals
An 8-page report focusing on the mission and goals of the Lake Viking Safety Department has been compiled. This report includes 1-year goals, 3-year goals, and 5-year goals and emphasizes a need to update the lake's watercraft before the start of the 2021 season. The...
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