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SUMMARY:MN COLA Annual Membership Meeting - June 16
DESCRIPTION:Hilarie Sorenson from MN Sea Grant and Chris Filstrup\, a limnologist at the U of MN’s Natural Resources Research Institute\, will fill us in on Sea Grant’s Lake Lookout program and then we will dive into harmful algae blooms. We’ll dive into the topic\, but as you will hear\, you won’t consider diving into the harmful algae bloom. \n \nJeff Forester from MN Lakes and Rivers Advocates will provide a roundup of Minnesota’s 2026 Legislative session. The evenly split House and Senate made it a challenge to get things done\, but Jeff and Henry Erdman were there for us all the way through the session. So tune in to find out what was accomplished in our efforts to protect the public waters of Minnesota. \n \nAs a lake manager\, how do you make decisions about potential actions for the lake? How do you gather data and then how do you analyze it to make a good decision? \nMN COLA has been asked to participate in a project funded by the Institute on the Environment at the University of Minnesota. This project will design a decision support framework to help you (local governments\, lake associations\, and other groups) use available research to make good decisions that lead to improved protection of our public waters. We will provide an overview of this very important work. \nEveryone is welcome to attend our Annual Membership meeting\, so feel free to forward this meeting information. \nRegister today and join us!. Be sure to look for an email from Zoom after registering that includes the meeting link… and save it!
URL:https://mncola.org/event/mn-cola-june-membership-meeting-june-16/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:10th annual WAPOA AIS Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Join us on June 6 in Crosslake for the 10th Annual Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Roundtable\, proudly co-hosted by the Whitefish Area Property Owners Association (WAPOA) and the Crow Wing County Lakes and Rivers Alliance (LARA)\, in conjunction with researchers from the Minnesota Aquatic Invasive Species Research Center (MAISRC). \nMinnesota lakes are being impacted by more non-native AIS species while we are working to protect our natural waters\, our shoreline areas\, and expand the science and education about AIS. Starry Stonewort is in the Whitefish Chain and Middle Cullen Lake. Zebra mussels are in 378 Minnesota lakes. What happens next is up to all of us. \nAttendees will hear the latest on aquatic invasive species research\, including research on how AIS may influence swimmer’s itch and low-dose copper treatments for zebra mussels\, presented by graduate students Olivia Nyffeler and Amanda Schuermann. Director Nick Phelps will share insights on AIS prevention\, while MAISRC researcher Ingrid Schneider will discuss emerging research on autonomous underwater robots (AUVs) as her team investigates mystery snails across Minnesota. \nRegistration is free but required—sign up at z.umn.edu/registrationWAPOA
URL:https://mncola.org/event/10th-annual-wapoa-ais-roundtable/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260604T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260604T130000
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SUMMARY:Potential impact of fireworks  on lakes and other waters
DESCRIPTION:Each year in the U.S.\, hundreds of millions of pounds of fireworks are used\, releasing perchlorate—a key fireworks ingredient and a known drinking water contaminant—into the environment. Perchlorate can disrupt thyroid function\, and studies have shown that fireworks can elevate perchlorate levels in nearby surface and groundwater. \nDr. Andrew Jackson from Texas Tech University will be leading this interesting topic. He will explore how fireworks may affect drinking water sources by examining field studies\, aerial deposition measurements\, and national water surveys conducted before and after major fireworks events. And he’ll discuss how factors such as the amount of fireworks used\, waterbody size\, dilution capacity\, direct deposition\, runoff\, and natural attenuation influence perchlorate levels and potential risks to water quality. \nThis free webinar is from noon to 1 pm on June 4. Register here.
URL:https://mncola.org/event/potential-impact-of-fireworks-on-lakes-and-other-waters/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T170000
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SUMMARY:MLR Leadership Summit
DESCRIPTION:The leadership summit will be held in Alexandria at the Legacy of the Lakes Museum. It is an opportunity for lake association leaders to connect\, get a legislative update from Jeff Forester\, and hear from the DNR. \nThe summit is planned for June 3 from 2 – 5 pm. Admission will be $15 which covers the cost of light snacks and includes entry into the museum. \nExpect more information soon but block the date on your calendar.
URL:https://mncola.org/event/mlr-leadership-summit/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T080000
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SUMMARY:Lake Property Owners Stewardship Symposium 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join other lake property owners on Saturday\, May 16\, 2026 in a one-half day symposium\, at Thumper Pond Resort\, 300 Thumper Lodge Rd.\, Ottertail\, MN 56571. \nThe Otter Tail County AIS Task Force and Otter Tail County Coalition of Lake Associations have released the lineup for the 2026 Lake Property Owners Lake Stewardship Symposium. The Symposium will begin with a free hot breakfast for attendees at 8:00 a.m. followed by presentations from scientists\, county government officials and lake-oriented organization leaders. The event will conclude by 1:00 p.m. \nSymposium Lineup: \n\nSpencer McGrew – Aquatic Invasive Species Specialist for Otter Tail County\nChris LeClair– Director of Land & Resource\, Otter Tail County\nNick Phelps– Professor and Department Head\, University of Minnesota\nPete Guck– Riparian Conservation Specialist\, East Otter Tail SWCD\nMadeline Hayden – Research Outreach Specialist for MAISRC\nJeff Forester– Executive Director\, Minnesota Lakes & Rivers Advocates\nSylvia Soeth – President\, Otter Tail County COLA\n\nMany organizations and agencies will be hosting table displays for consultation and dissemination of relevant lake property owner information. To reserve a table at the event contact John Kruse\, OTC COLA Administrative Assistant. \nThere is no cost for the event including the free hot breakfast. Registrations for the event are greatly appreciated to assist in capacity planning. \nTo Register: \nclick HERE \nOR \nGo to www.otccola.org
URL:https://mncola.org/event/lake-property-owners-stewardship-symposium-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T100000
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SUMMARY:FREE Boat Wrap Collection Event - April 25
DESCRIPTION:The Coon Lake Improvement Association (CLIA) has been working to support responsible boat wrap recycling and is hosting this public drop-off event in partnership with Wrap Recycle Right. \nThis event is open to the public. Boat wrap from anywhere in Minnesota is accepted—no appointment needed! \nDate: Saturday\, April 25\, 2026 \nTime: 10 AM – 2 PM \nLocation: Coon Lake Boat Access\nThielen Blvd NE\, East Bethel\, MN 55092 \nCost: FREE\, no appointment needed \nQuestions? Contact CLIA at CLIA@coonlake.org.
URL:https://mncola.org/event/free-boat-wrap-collection-event-april-25/
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SUMMARY:Area Lakes Conference
DESCRIPTION:Passionate about protecting our lakes? Join us on March 24th for the Lakes Area Conference! In partnership with Kandiyohi County Coalition of Lake Associations (COLA)\, we’re hosting a free and engaging event for lake owners\, lake associations\, and anyone who cares about protecting our waters. Hear from local experts about safe wake zones and preventing shoreline damage\, shoreline protection and the role of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources\, watershed district resources and projects\, starry stonewort updates in our area\, and other helpful tools for lake communities. \nThe event will take place at the Dethlefs Community Center (217 Hillcrest Ave\, Spicer\, MN) on March 24 from 10:00 AM–2:30 PM (doors open at 9:30 AM).  \nPlease RSVP to ruth56288@gmail.com by March 9th. We look forward to seeing you there! \nThe event is free\, but an RSVP ensures enough lunches will be available. \nDownload the meeting agenda here.
URL:https://mncola.org/event/area-lakes-conference/
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SUMMARY:MN COLA March Membership Meeting - March 17
DESCRIPTION:The March Membership meeting will be held on March 17\, 2026 at 9 – 11 am. Click here to register anytime before the meeting. The Zoom link for the meeting will be provided following registration in an email from Zoom. Watch for it and be sure to save the email. \nHere’s what’s on the agenda: \n\nDr. Nick Phelps from MAISRC will talk to us about compelling new research on the value of the AIS Prevention Aid. That is the program that provided $10 million annually for AIS prevention. As you may recall\, the $10 million was at risk in the 2025 Legislative session but was retained for another 2 years. It is slated to be back on the chopping block\, so it is vital that we all understand what it has delivered to Minnesota.\nJeff Forester from MN Lakes and Rivers Advocates will provide an update on the 2026 Legislative session that began in the middle of February. Hopefully some action will happen this year\, but it is a challenge as the House is evenly split and the DFL holds a one-seat majority in the Senate.\nKeegan Lund from SePro will talk about a creative approach to proactively stop the spread of starry stonewort in Minnesota. We ended 2025 with 37 waterbodies infested since the first infestation was found 10 years ago at Lake Koronis. Getting a handle on this high impact AIS is critical now! Keegan has been with us before\, and you may also remember him as an AIS specialist at the DNR.\n\nRegister here. \n 
URL:https://mncola.org/event/mn-cola-march-membership-meeting-march-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T120000
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SUMMARY:Itasca Waters 2025 “Practical Water Wisdom” - Invasive Freshwater Jellyfish
DESCRIPTION:Itasca Waters puts on a virtual learning series (think one-hour webinar) every first Thursday of the month at noon CT. Mark your calendars now and register for these sessions. Registration is required for each session. Check out the Practical Water Wisdom page for more details and registration links. \nHere are the next four upcoming topics: \n\nFebruary 6 – Invasive Freshwater Jellyfish – Why Are They Increasing So Fast and What Do They Do in Lakes?\nMarch 6\, – Lakeshore Development and Natural Shoreline Protection to Preserve Biotic Health\nApril 3 – Beaver Dams\, Ponds\, and Effects\nMay 1 – Climate Change Effects on Fisheries\n\n This series is presented by Itasca Waters with the support from Minnesota Sea Grant\, Itasca Soil and Water Conservation District\, Itasca Coalition of Lake Associations\, KAXE/KBXE\, Rapids Radio and Grand Rapids Herald Review.
URL:https://mncola.org/event/itasca-waters-2025-practical-water-wisdom-invasive-freshwater-jellyfish/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T083000
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SUMMARY:MN Lake Management Society Symposium – February 4
DESCRIPTION:The recently formed Minnesota Lake Management Society symposium is on February 4\, 2025\, from 8:30 am – 3:45 pm at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum in Chaska\, MN. \nThe 2025 symposium will focus on “Getting to the Bottom of Internal Phosphorus Loading”. It will be a day of expert presentations on internal phosphorus loading diagnosis\, evaluating management options\, predicting and assessing outcomes\, and an overview of regulatory and funding considerations. \nThe day will include case studies\, panel discussions\, and plenty of time for networking. Here is a link to the program agenda. \nThe cost is $70 for adults and $35 for students. Registration is required.
URL:https://mncola.org/event/mn-lake-management-society-symposium-february-4/
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