Funding needed for lake studies

The HFRLA Board is planning important aquatic invasive plant studies in 2026 and 2027 in accordance with the High-Fishtrap-Rush Lake Management Plan, and we’re kicking off a Lake Study Funding campaign to help pay for these essential studies.

Aquatic invasive study proposed. During the June 2025 Annual Membership Meeting, we discussed surveying the lakes’ aquatic plant communities. Based on the discussion, the HFRLA Board voted in September to submit a preliminary grant application to DNR for the completion of: 1) a point intercept aquatic plant survey; 2) an aquatic invasives survey; and 3) an educational program for interested lake association members.

How lake surveys are funded. In previous years, DNR grants covered the entire cost of HFRLA’s Lake Management Plan and previous aquatic plant surveys. However, due to increased consulant costs, reduced state funding, and less HFRLA volunteer work that could be used to reduce project costs, our lake association must cover a larger share of the cost (Read the detailed plan here).

Contributions are needed. HFRLA is initiating a fundraising effort over the next two years to pay for this essential work in order to keep our lakes healthy and identify issues in their early stages. Please consider making a donation here to learn more about the project and help cover the cost of this important work.