Wake Boat Update
We need every member to contact our state representatives and urge them to exercise their better judgment. Wake boat legislation has been introduced at the state level that does not go far enough to protect our lake system, its environment, and its wildlife. On the local front, we have been working to prepare and submit…
Read MoreSAVE THE DATE HFRLA Annual Meeting June 27th
SAVE THE DATE for the Annual Meeting on Saturday, June 27th 9:00 am: Getting the Lead Out—A Critical Message for Our Lake The haunting call of loons at dusk and the sight of bald eagles soaring over our shoreline are among the most treasured experiences of lake life. But these iconic birds face a hidden…
Read MoreWalleye Stocking Update
Unfortunately, the latest walleye stocking update is not good news. While HFRLA members and the community did their part in supplying the matching donations required to fund the stocking this past fall, there are no extended growth walleyes available in the strain required to get a DNR permit to stock our lakes. The current plan…
Read MoreFunding 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…
Read MoreUrgent Message – Wake Boat Legislation
I’m writing to share my concerns regarding ongoing legislative efforts related to wake boat regulation. Many constituents are frustrated by proposals that appear to move forward without fully addressing environmental impacts or local input. Available research and scientific studies suggest that setbacks of at least 500 feet are necessary to reduce shoreline and ecological damage.…
Read MoreJoin Our Team as a Communications Coordinator
We Need You! Do you have a passion for writing and a heart for your lake community? Maybe you know someone — a friend, spouse, son, or daughter — who loves the world of marketing and communications? If so, we have the perfect volunteer opportunity! We are looking for a special person to serve as…
Read More2025 Annual Meeting Recap: A Year of Growth and Achievement!
Our June 28th Annual Meeting brought together 31 members at the Boulder Community Center to celebrate our accomplishments and chart the course ahead for our lakes. Strong Foundation, Bright Future President Paul Egelhoff kicked off the event with a welcoming video message, and Roger Larson led us through a review of the year’s impressive accomplishments.…
Read MoreWake boat concerns dominate listening session
Four listening sessions held May 5 and 6 in northern Wisconsin were completely dominated by concerns over the impacts of wake-enhanced boating. Local residents, including HFRLA President Paul Egelhoff, attended state budget listening sessions organized by GOP legislators, but the main topic of discussion was the impact of wake-enhanced boating. Wake-enhanced boating, which uses ballast…
Read MoreLocal Loon Rescue
Early morning on April 27, Becky Cole was out paddling in her kayak on Papoose Lake in Vilas County when she came upon this loon trapped in this fyke net close to the boat landing. She contacted the Loon Ranger, June and Paul Lewandoski from a neighboring lake regarding this trapped loon. June called us…
Read MoreWalleye Stocking Success
As most of you know, the HFRLA funded an extended growth walleye stocking that was completed in Fall of 2023. Silver Moon Springs supplied 5,550 walleye with an average size of 6.5 inches; 3,800 were released into High Lake and 1,750 were released into Fishtrap Lake. Shocking survey. Eric Wegleitner (WDNR) completed a shocking survey…
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