Malvern of Madison

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The Lake

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Lake Madison
[click above for a panoramic scene of the lake]

The Lake
Lake Madison is an excellent place to observe wildlife. The lake is home to families of ducks, fish and a source of water for deer and many species of birds that live within the Malvern community. The abundance of wildlife makes it an excellent place to go for a nice walk or jog on the public paths. Fishing is great on Lake Madison, and even a beginner can make a good catch in the late afternoon. Both swimming and boating are also great ways to enjoy the lake.

Guidelines for Fishing and Boating

1. Fishing from PRIVATE PROPERTY is PROHIBITED unless person fishing has obtained EXPRESS PERMISSION from the owner of the affected lakefront property.

2. Malvern Club members and family in residence may fish from the common property at any time. License is required by law. Common property is the dam, the shore line from the dam to and including the dock on the Clubhouse side of the lake and the left side of the swimming dock when the dock is being used by swimmers.

3. Guests of Malvern Club members may fish from the common property when accompanied by a Malvern Club member. [By-law IV, 1(a)]

4. Internal combustion engines may not be used on the lake for any purpose. (Deed of Dedication, Item #11)

5. Boats on the lake may not exceed 15 feet in length. (Deed of Dedication, Item #11) Boats must meet State Boating Regulations regarding safety equipment; one life jacket or float cushion per person in the boat.

6. There is no limit on the taking of fish EXCEPT FOR BASS. Bass must be a minimum of 12 inches in length. All other bass are to be returned to the water immediately.

7. Limit of 8 bass per day taken and retained. (Virginia limit)

8. Spear fishing is prohibited at all times by Virginia regulations.

9. Treble hooks unattached to plugs or lures are prohibited.

10. Remove fish from the lake area the same day as caught.

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