IMPORTANT NEWS from Otter Tail County Coalition of Lake Associations
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E-Newsletter
October 2023
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OTC COLA Looks Back At
Major Campaigns and Events
Looking back over two decades OTC COLA has been aggressive in sponsoring campaigns and events to educate and engage Otter Tail County lake property owners. A review of the major campaigns and events for the last six years exemplifies the active role OTC COLA plays in protecting and preserving Otter Tail County lakes.
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Help OTC COLA Keep The Pedal To The Metal
OTC COLA appreciates the donations it has received from foundations, Member Lake Organizations and individual lake property owners. It is also grateful for support from the Otter Tail County Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Task Force.
OTC COLA has established a long and distinguished reputation working with lake property owners for stewardship of Otter Tail County Lakes. We look forward to continuing to contribute to the effort of protecting and preserving our lakes.
OTC COLA is a 501 (c)(3) allowing donations to qualify for tax deductions.
To donate to OTC COLA please send your check to: OTC COLA 4302 13th Ave S, Suite 4-333 Fargo, ND 58103 Please direct questions to: John Kruse, OTC COLA Administrative Assistant otccola2@gmail.com
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MN COLA October 2023 Update
September Member Meeting Recap
The MN COLA Membership meeting on September 19th was exceptionally content rich with the best meeting attendance ever. We heard about the impact of climate change on Minnesota, a new Watercraft AIS Cleaning Stations and Tools project, a special award for MN COLA, and our focus for the 2024 legislative session.
Go HERE for the recap of the event
Go HERE for a review the benefits of joining MN COLA
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Power Loading Damages Boat Ramps!
Trying to load or unload your boat using engine power can erode sediment and dig large and hazardous holes at the base of the ramp. The eroded sediment creates a mound behind the propeller. Trailer tires can get stuck in these holes, and boats can run aground on the mound. It results in a barrier for both launching and loading.
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Find Lake Health Scores For Your Lake
In Otter Tail County- EASILY
The new Tool For Lake Health Information introduced by the DNR provides access to water quality and health information for thousands of Minnesota lakes. The new tool, Watershed Health Assessment Framework (WHAF for lakes), can give comprehensive information on virtually any Minnesota lake.
There is an easy shortcut to look at any lake in Otter Tail County without having to navigate past all of the other Minnesota lakes. Go HERE to go directly to lakes only in Otter Tail County. Lakes are listed in alphabetical order along with a Health Score, Water Quality Score, Biology Score and Hydrology Score. To look at detail of a specific lake, click on the underlined blue Name of the desired lake. Navigate via the menu at the top of the screen to see the Summary (Lake Health), Water Quality, Biology, Hydrology and Stewardship for the lake. A brief description of each menu item is provided.
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MAISRC 10th Anniversary Celebration
From the Lab to the Lake:
Celebrating 10 Years of AIS Research in Minnesota
The staff and researchers at the Minnesota Aquatic Invasive Species Research Center (MAISRC) are excited to invite you to a special 10th anniversary celebration on Thursday, December 7, 2023 (new date!)
200 SE Oak St
Minneapolis, MN 55455
Connect with researchers and luminaries across Minnesota in the field of aquatic invasive species, play and learn with interactive exhibits (live fish!), and hear what's in store for the future of MAISRC! Your ticket includes a cocktail hour, plated dinner, and MAISRC swag. Registration opens in September; save the date now, and get ready for an exciting evening with MAISRC!
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AIS Task Force October Update
- MAISRC 2023 Open House
- Check docks and lifts for AIS when taken out of lakes
- AIS removal required before transport
- Registration required when moved to new waters
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AIS Handbooks Still Available
The recently produced AIS Handbook sponsored by the Otter Tail County AIS Task Force continues to be distributed to lake property owners, resort owners, and civic organizations in Otter Tail County. Quanties are still available from Otter Tail County Land & Resource 218-998-8095. Besides disseminating AIS prevention best practices in the Handbooks, the AIS prevention information has also been published in area newspapers and included in social media posts.
To receive a quantity of Handbooks for distribution to lake property owners contact Spencer McGrew AIS Specialist 218-998-8113.
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OTC Board Of Commissioner Minutes
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Featured Posts - October 2023
to learn about new and featured posts
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OTC COLA Board of Directors
David Helgerson ∙ Jeff Stabnow ∙ Jeff Vansteenburg
Roger Neitzke ∙ Ronald Christensen ∙ Scott Gaudette ∙ Sylvia Soeth
OTC COLA Members
Bass Lake Underwood Association ∙ Berger Lake Association ∙ Big McDonald LID ∙ Boedigheimer Lake Association ∙ Clitherall Lake Association ∙ Dead Lake Association ∙ Devils Lake Association ∙ Eagle Lake Lakeshore Association ∙ East Battle Lake WS Association ∙ Elbow Lake Association ∙ Franklin Lake Association ∙ Hoffman Lake Association ∙ Jewett Lake Association ∙ Lake Lida Property Owners Association ∙ Lake Lizzie Lakeshore Association ∙ Lake Seven Association ∙ Lake Six Association ∙ Leaf Lakes Association ∙ Little McDonald Kerbs and Paul Lakes LID ∙ Long Lake at Vergas Association ∙ Loon Lake Association ∙ Marion Lake Association ∙ McDonald Lake Improvement Association ∙ North Long Lake Association ∙ North Turtle Lake Association ∙ Otter Tail Lakes Property Owners Association ∙ Pebble Lake Lakeshore Association ∙ Pelican Lake Property Owners Association ∙ Pickerel Lake Improvement Association ∙ Pine Lakes LID ∙ Prairie Lake Lakeshore Association ∙ Round Lake 56-214 ∙ Rush Lake Association ∙ Silent Lakes Association ∙ Silver Lake Property Owners Association ∙ South Turtle Lake Improvement District ∙ Spitzer Lake Property Owners Association ∙ Stalker Lake Association ∙ Star Lake Property Owners Association ∙ Stuart Lake Association ∙ Swan Lake Association ∙ Sybil Lake Association ∙ Tamarac Lake Association ∙ Ten Mile Preservation Association ∙ Trowbridge-Leek Lake Association ∙ Wall Lake Association ∙ West Battle Lake Association ∙ West McDonald Lake Association ∙ Wymer Lake Association
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