FCAL Events

Monthly Board Meetings

The FCAL Board typically meets monthly on the 3rd Friday at 9:30 am at the Associated Bank, Crandon. Dates and locations are subject to change. Meetings are open to the public, and members are encouraged to attend. Contact Us to confirm the next meeting place, date, and time, or if you have any items you would like to see added to the agenda.

NOTE: The July board meeting will be held July 11, 2025 at Nicolet College.

May 2025–Essay Contest

Each spring FCAL invites 5th and 6th graders from Crandon, Laona, and Wabeno schools to participate in an essay contest. Students learn about local invasive species, explore lake ecology and celebrate their adventures on local waterways. First, second, and third place winners at each school receive cash prizes and an invitation for them and their families to the FCAL Annual Meeting and Banquet.

June 2025–Publication/Distribution of FCAL Annual Newsletter

The FCAL Annual Newsletter is distributed to to riparian landowners in Forest County each June.

Friday, July 11, 2025–Six County Lakes Association & FCAL Board Meeting

FCAL Board Meeting to follow the Six County Lakes Association meeting at Nicolet College.

8:30 AM–EXHIBITOR TABLES OPEN                                                                                                                                                                                                                9:00 AM – 9:30 AM–CONFERENCE OPENING REMARKS                                                                                                                                                                                9:50 AM – 9:45 AM–HERBICIDE TREATMENT OPTIONS                                                                                                                                                                                9:50 AM – 10:05 AM–ISSUES WITH WAKE BOATS                                                                                                                                                                                        10:10 AM – 10:25 AM–WHERE TO FIND GRANTS                                                                                                                                                                                        10:30 AM – 10:45 AM–LEARN MORE ABOUT ALGAL BLOOMS                                                                                                                                                                10:45 AM – 11:00 AM–PANEL: HERBICIDE TREATMENTS AND THEIR ALTERNATIVES                                                                                                                            12:30 PM – 1:30 PM–BREAKOUT SESSIONS BY COUNTY

Saturday, July 26, 2025–Kentuck Days

Join the festivities on the Crandon Courthouse lawn. Visit FCAL and WRISC (Wild Rivers Invasive Species Coalition) at our booth for information and fun give-aways.

Friday, August 15, 2025 Fall Forum

4301 County W, Lake Lucerne Advancement Association Pavilion.
Board Meeting 8:30 to 9:30, Forum 9:30 to 11:30.
Topics and presenters will be provided when available.

Bring your questions and concerns regarding these topics.

September 2025 (day TBD) Environmental Day

Environmental field trip on Lake Metonga for Crandon, Laona and Wabeno high school science students. Volunteers provide hands-on training opportunities both on and off the water. Date to be determined.

Saturday, October 19, 2025–Annual Meeting and Banquet

This year the FCAL Annual Meeting & Banquet will be held on Saturday, October 19, 2025 at Wolf River Rendezvous. This event is open to all FCAL members and their guests. Join in the election of new board members, good food, and an informative, entertaining presentation (more details to be posted as they become available).

 

Other Events

Friday, June 12, 2025–FLOW-AIS Annual Meeting

Contact <> for more information and to rsvp.

Friday, June 6, 2025–Wild Rivers Invasive Species Coalition (WRISC) Annual Meeting

Come join the WRISC team for their annual meeting and meal at Belgiumtown Restaurant in Stephenson, MI from 9am — noon. Contact <> for more information.

Wednesday, May 7 thru Friday, May 9, 2025–WRISC Trade Up Days in Forest County

At the Land & Water Conservation Dept.Office in the County Court House during office hours; see the WRISC website for more information. Bring an invasive plant and receive free native plant for replacement.

   

April 15-17, 2026–Wisconsin Lakes and Rivers Convention 

This year’s theme is “Decades of Dedication”. When tackling a monumental Challenge, it sometimes takes a long time to see results.The 2026 Lakes and Rivers Partnership Convention will look back on the long-term programs and the accumalated actions of countless people that have persevered through the many decades. Their dedication has ensured that the programs the develope in the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s are still with us in the 2020’s and beyond. We will also celebrate the people who will continue to carry the torch for water protection ans restoration into the future.

Friday, June 27, 2025 at 6 pm–Wild & Scenic Film Festival

Sponsored by the Northwoods Land Trust at the Three Lakes Center for the Arts. This event is a part of a nationwide tour to inspire and ignite solutions and possibilities to change the world. The cost is $20/adult, $12/youth. Funds raised will support NWLT’s mission to protect local land and water resources in northern Wisconsin. Concessions will be available during the fest. A social and reception will end the evening with complimentary beer.

Friday, July 4, 2025–Lake Metonga Boat Parade/Picnic

The Lake Metonga Boat Parade/Picnic will be held Friday, July 4 at 1:00 pm at Charlie’s Lake Metonga Resort. Charlie’s fireworks are Friday evening.

Saturday, July 26, 2025–Lake Lucerne 5K-ish Run & Walk Charity Fundraiser

The Lake Lucerne Advancement Association Community Support Committee’s  Annual 5K-ish Run/Walk to be held on Saturday, July 26, 2025.
This race event was created to support local non-for-profit and volunteer organizations. This event will raise money for local organizations, with a race donation suggestion of $35.00.

More Information on the LLAA website.

Saturday, August 2, 2025–Lake Lucerne Family Fun Day

At the Lake Lucerne Clubhouse 8 am to 4 pm

Saturday, August 9, 2025–49th Annual Roberts Lake Fisheree

At Roberts Lake Association Clubhouse, Krahn Court, Wabeno, WI

Saturday, July 26, 2025–Lake Lucerne Advancement Association Golf Outing

Visit lakelucernewi.com for more information.

Date to be determined–Lake Metonga Association Weeds N’ Walleye Banquet

 Visit Lake Mentonga Association website for information.

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