Horsehead Lake Association

05/09/2026

A reminder that the May and June board meeting location has temporarily moved to the Morton Twp library.

04/12/2026

Notice to residents with property on or connecting to Colgrove Road, Becker Road, or Lynwood Lane:

There will be a discussion about repair and repaving of these roads at the Martiny Township public meeting on April 21 at 6:30 PM at the Township Hall. Several residents have contacted the township and the county to explore options and next steps. While this
meeting will focus on these roads, other residents around the lake are welcome to attend to learn about the process and constraints for road repairs.

This is not a Horsehead Lake Association initiative; the information is being shared only to make residents aware of the meeting.

The meeting will be held at 6:30 pm at the Martiny Township Hall.
MARTINY TOWNSHIP, MECOSTA COUNTY, MICHIGAN
15051 110th Avenue, Rodney MI 49342 Phone: (231) 867-3387

04/12/2026

A message from Jerry and Candy Devenbaugh:

Hello all HorseHead and John Brown lake residences, families and friends. 4th of July will be here before we know it & winter will seem of months long ago. While planning is well underway for this years Grand Fireworks Show to commemorate and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of “The Declaration of Independence”, next years show has ultimately provided me with clarity & direction to “end on a High note” and retire after this year.

With aging bodies and licensing challenges, the difficulty to provide great shows are becoming unattainable. Given additional costs, supply issues and challenges obtaining insurance, and fireworks in general, it all points towards “ending on a high note” as of 2026. My son & I spoke about different options to continue the 39 year tradition but ultimately feel that it’s time to enjoy the 4th of July with a drink in hand rather than sticks of dynamite (ughhh, why do they both sound so fun😜). We’ve had an amazing run together blowing up fireworks of all sizes during the past 39 years but, we look forward to enjoying someone else’s hard work & creativity in 2027 and the years thereafter.

The Final 2026 Fireworks show will be spectacular because of you & your continued generosity. Thank you for the memories, contributions and appreciation for Horsehead Lake.

Donations will be accepted through 6-1-2026.

Counting the days until we’re back at the lake together.

Thank you,
Jerry & Candy Devenbaugh and the entire Firework crew

04/05/2026

2026 Goose Nest & Egg Destruction season has arrived. Horsehead Lake Association has submitted permit applications for Horsehead, Little John Brown, and Big John Brown Lakes and the permits have been issued; the authorized collection window runs April 6 – May 8, 2026 (first recommended nest check the weekend of April 11). Activity reports are due to the DNR no later than May 9, 2026.

If you plan to participate, at least one person on site must view the mandatory training video beforehand: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ijUyj8bOlBk&feature=youtu.be. Please follow the DNR protocol (two checks about two weeks apart, harass birds after nest destruction, do not handle pipped eggs) and fill out the data sheet for every nest you destroy; timely reporting is required for future permit eligibility. The Michigan DNR also has helpful resources:
https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/managing-resources/wildlife/nuisance-wildlife/nuisance-canada-goose-faqs

Collected eggs can be destroyed by freezing and then placing them into the household trash.

Report your results to [email protected] with general location, date, number of eggs collected for destruction, and number of nests destroyed. Our goal is to reduce nuisance levels, not eradicate geese; your participation and accurate reporting keep the program available to the lake. If you have questions, DM, comment, or use the email above.

Get all your fishing information here, including rules and regulations, license info, the weekly fishing report and much more. Use the link above to visit the fishing home page, or go directly to your area of interest below:

02/05/2026

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02/05/2026

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Just waiting for everyone to show up to Ice-A-Palooza 2026!

02/05/2026

Wow is all I can say!!! Check out all of the local sponsors of Ice-A-Palooza 2026 in no particular order.

Fox Motor sports Lakeside - Mecosta
EMS Boat Storage - Mecosta
Stone House Winery - Evart
Gilbert's Flooring - Big Rapids
Forge and Build - Remus
Ace Hardware - Canadian Lakes
Remus Repair - Remus
Conley's Bakery - Mecosta
Rodney General Store - Rodney
Carla and Craig West - Horsehead Lake
Kim and Kathy Jenkins - Horsehead Lake
Mark and Jenny Foote - Horsehead Lake
Freeman Propane - Big Rapids/Vestaburg
Mancino's Pizza and Grinders - Canadian Lakes
Farm Bureau Insurance, Jefts Agency - Big Rapids
The Rooster Saloon - Chippewa Lake
Kurt and Janelle Willoughby - Horsehead Lake
Clear Lake Golf Club - Big Rapids
A-1 Tent Rental - Howard City
A Flair for Hair - Canadian Lakes
C&L Pizza - Canadian Lakes
Fates Grocery - Remus
Holbeck Sweeney Edison Insurance - Remus
Hixson's Family Market - Canadian Lakes
Big Bear Java - Canadian Lakes
Antlers Fireside Grill - Canadian Lakes
Knot Just Hair Family Hair and Tanning - Mecosta
Doug and Marion VanMeter - Homer
Joe and Karen Mercieca - Horsehead Lake
LuLu & Frankie's - Mecosta

Please give all of these great companies and people a huge thank you for their support of one of our biggest fundraisers for the Jerry Devenbough Fireworks show 2026!!

02/03/2026

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Just arrived!
The coveted Ice-A-Palooza Speed Fishing Trophy has landed!!!!

01/30/2026

Check out these custom made Co****le Boards by West Carpentry!!! This will be 1st place for the Co****le Tournament.

01/27/2026

Merchandise orders have been placed. Should have them in and sorted by Wednesday before the event. Cheryl and I will be out delivering every night once we get them. Thanks to everyone that ordered this year!!!!