The need for appropriate regulation of enhanced wakes has generated extensive activity and debate around Wisconsin the last couple years. The goal is to reduce environmental and safety impacts without infringing unnecessarily on the rights of those who enjoy wake sports. Meanwhile, wake boats are becoming more powerful and more common. A coalition of environmental…
The WCLRA Communication Committee is pleased to announce availability of a booklet covering most of the current topics and threats related to our lakes, rivers, streams, and wetlands. This booklet is an updated version of a larger-format publication our group produced in 2016 for some special educational events held that summer. The new version includes…
One of the greatest pleasures of owning or renting lakeshore or riverfront property is the ability to launch a boat or canoe to be out on the water. Indeed, use of waters is a public right available to everyone. This right is noted in the Wisconsin constitution, “Wisconsin lakes and rivers are public resources, owned…
Throughout the summer of 2020, Washburn County’s lake residents were concerned about effects of high water. Simple measures can reduce erosion and protect water quality.