[JGibson]

Imagine hundreds of little boats on Lake Sumter, that would be a disaster. We can barely navigate the cart paths never mind a free for all on the lake. lol.

[Boston1945]

Originally Posted by Jim 9922

Cherry lake was basically very shallow, and a considerable portion consisted of a peat bog. The bog was mined over the years, well into the 90's; the last group, I believe under the name of "Black Gold". After purchasing, it the Developer finished hollowing out the bog and other areas forming "Lake Sumter". Some of the material dug out was used to build up the Lake Sumter Landing commercial district and residential areas adjacent to the lake. The progression of this can be seen on the large annual aerial maps on display in the Rohan Rec Center. The commercial CDD owns it and all the land immediately around it, and thus it is "privately owned". Only Developer approved/authorized activities are allowed. All structures into the lake are developer owned via the commercial CDD. No private piers, no fishing, except the franchised charter, no boats except for the franchised tours and the Villages dragon boat clubs, no operating of model boats etc. I assume the lake is also part of the area's water management system.

You are so correct. This was a huge swamp for another word. The folks who mind this sold out to the Villages. You can still buy the BLACK COW for your garden and our lawn.