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Mystic Lake

Fred McElroy proudly poses with a Mystic Lake trout.

The Mystic Lake observatory will be run by Dr. Fred McElroy, a retired soil microbiologist, who worked for Agriculture Canada before starting his own plant pest and diagnostic research business.

Originally from Seattle, Fred and his wife, Marilyn, retired in 1996 and realized a lifelong dream. They visited Alaska and spent time as caretakers at Mystic Lodge, which they subsequently bought in 2000.

In January 2002, Fred had some questions about lake ice and found Martin and some answers. One thing led to another and Fred agreed to run an ALISON observatory, a winter activity that will satisfy some of his interests as a naturalist and contribute to science education and research.

Fishing, among other activities, will satisfy his naturalist’s interests in summer.