Curb Microplastic Pollution
Microplastics are tiny plastic particles, generally defined as less than 5 millimeters in size. They come in various forms, including fragments, fibers, pellets (nurdles), and […]
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Top 10 LLLA Accomplishments of 2024
Through the dedication of our members, volunteers, board, and staff, we achieved remarkable milestones this year. From safeguarding Lake Leelanau’s ecosystem to community engagement programs,
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Zoning Matters
Local government has an important role to play in protecting the watershed of Lake Leelanau. Ideally, zoning ordinances should specifically address land use issues that
Thriving Through Volunteers
In the spring of 2024, Lonnie Rademacher commissioned a team to look at developing a volunteer program for the Stewardship Committee. Thanks to the efforts
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2024 EWM Update
As our field season wraps up for the year, we wanted to share our progress in controlling Eurasian watermilfoil using non-chemical methods in Lake Leelanau.
Meet Our Staff
Our programs are expanding with our ambitions to be stewards of Lake Leelanau. This week, we’re introducing you to our amazing staff. Get ready to
Combating Purple Loosestrife in Lake Leelanau
Driving along the lake, you might soon notice a purple flower in bloom along Lake Leelanau’s shoreline and wetland areas. While beautiful, purple loosestrife is
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Lake Leelanau AIS Prevention: How to Identify and Report AIS
One of the biggest but most important challenges in controlling aquatic invasive species (AIS) is getting to them before they get out of hand. Removing
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Boat Cleaning Stations and Boat Wash FAQs
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) such as Eurasian Watermilfoil (EWM), can invade Lake Leelanau or be transported from Lake Leelanau to other waterways when they are
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Spring 2024 Lake Levels
This article was written in conjunction with Richard Thompson of the Leland Dam Authority. Over the past few years, a number of riparians have expressed
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