Protecting and Preserving

With more than 500 members and 50 volunteers, the Lake Leelanau Lake Association is dedicated to protecting and enhancing the quality and beauty of Lake Leelanau and its surrounding watershed for current and future generations.

Lake Leelanau and its 89,000-acre watershed are treasured for more than their magnificent vistas, pristine waters, thriving natural habitat, and delightful recreation. For many people, they represent a unique sanctuary from a troubled world and unforgettable memories of friends and family, past and future.

Since 1980, the volunteers and members who comprise the Lake Leelanau Lake Association have contributed their time, talents, and financial resources to protect and preserve this priceless heritage for current and future generations.

Our protection and preservation activities include water quality, lakeshore protection, boating safety, fishing, and swimmer’s itch. Currently, our single biggest expense and our primary focus is controlling the existential threat posed to the lake by aquatic weeds, specifically Eurasian Watermilfoil, the most invasive aquatic weed in North America.

If you’re already a member or a volunteer, we thank you for your generous contributions. If you’re not, we invite you to explore our website, sign up for our monthly ebulletin or to become a volunteer on the Contact Us page, or become a member on our Join/Donate page.

Latest News

auction_blogblock_sq

2024 Spring Virtual Auction

Announcing our fourth annual Spring Virtual Auction. This auction is our primary fundraiser that supports our work to preserve and protect Lake Leelanau.

There are several ways you can help:

  • Sponsor the auction
    • Gold - $2500
    • Silver - $1000
    • Bronze - $250
  • Donate an Auction Item or a Service to offer to our online bidders
  • Make a Cash Donation
  • Bid on an Auction Item:  Bidding starts April 15, 2024 and ends April 28, 2024 @ 9:00pm.

Visit our auction website to learn more. We appreciate your support!

Lake Leelanau Shoreline

Shoreline Protection and the Benefits of Natural Shorelines

Jul 6, 2022

Shorelines are critical transition areas from land to water – the natural shoreline protects the lake and provides a habitat for fish and wildlife. The LLLA and its lake stewards […]

Underwater image of Eurasian Watermilfoil (EWM) in Lake Leelanau a topic covered during AIS Prevent Week

Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention Week 2022

Jun 22, 2022

The 2022 Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Prevention Week begins next week! Join the Lake Leelanau Lake Association (LLLA) from June 26 to July 7 as we share information on how […]

The 2022 Kids Fishing Day Event is held at Veronica Park in Lake Leelanau, Michigan

The Annual Kids Fishing Day Event is Back!

Jun 15, 2022

We are excited to share that the annual Kids Fishing Day is back! The free event will be held on Sunday, June 26, 2022, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. […]

Logos of Lake Leelanau Lake Association and Friends of Lake Leelanau.

What’s the Difference: LLLA and Friends of Lake Leelanau?

Jun 8, 2022

If you’re attending Leelanau County community events this summer, you might see representatives from the Lake Leelanau Lake Association (LLLA) and/or Friends of Lake Leelanau (Friends). Both organizations are working […]

Ready to find out more?

Sign Up For Our e-Bulletins to Stay In The Loop!

ll6
LLLA5
LLA3
LLLA7

Events and Happenings

Love Lake Leelanau

Lake Leelanau Lake Association is dedicated exclusively to protecting the clean water and physical beauty of Lake Leelanau for current and future generations.

For more than 40 years, the volunteer members of Lake Leelanau Lake Association have committed their time, talents, and resources to preserving and protecting the lake’s water quality, shoreline, ecology, and natural beauty.

The Association promotes the safe enjoyment of Lake Leelanau’s waters for boating, swimming, fishing, and other recreational activities. The Association’s programs benefit permanent and seasonal residents, visitors, businesses, and governmental units in Lake Leelanau’s 89,000-acre watershed.

Scroll to Top
Scroll to Top