by Forest County Association of Lakes | Oct 27, 2023 | Conservation Corner
Halloween is this week, and it’s also Bat Week. This is a national annual event that showcases the importance of bats in our ecosystem and the need for their conservation. This week-long celebration highlights the unique role these creatures play in maintaining the...
by Forest County Association of Lakes | Oct 23, 2023 | Conservation Corner
In a previous article, I failed to acknowledge the Forest County Tourism Commission and the Pickerel-Crane Lake Protection & Rehabilitation District, who were financial contributors to the three boat landing projects. Additionally, Crane Lake’s landing did not...
by Forest County Association of Lakes | Oct 11, 2023 | Conservation Corner
Unlocking Opportunities: Join Forest County Land and Water’s Cost Share Program Are you a landscape contractor looking to expand your horizons and contribute to environmentally responsible projects? Forest County Land & Water has an exciting opportunity for you!...
by Steve Kircher | Oct 6, 2023 | Conservation Corner
On a recent trip to one of our Forest County Lakes, I noticed several homeowners blowing or raking leaves into the lakes. As leaves carpet lawns and sidewalks, many residents and property owners traditionally rake and dispose of them, often into nearby lakes....
by Forest County Association of Lakes | Sep 22, 2023 | Conservation Corner
Forest County, with its pristine lakes, lush forests, and abundant wildlife, is a region known for its natural beauty. However, hidden in this picturesque landscape is a remarkable natural phenomenon that often goes unnoticed—the dragonfly migration. I didn’t know...
by Forest County Association of Lakes | Sep 15, 2023 | Conservation Corner
As summer’s warmth fades away and crisp breezes begin to sweep through Forest County, a transformation unfolds. The lush green canopies of trees across the region start to metamorphose into a dazzling display of vibrant reds, oranges, yellows, browns and this fall...
