about FCAL

The Forest County Association of Lakes (FCAL) is a cooperative effort between each of the lake associations in Forest County, Wisconsin to protect our inland water bodies, environs, and watershed. As a team, we facilitate research and sharing between organizations, governmental bodies, and the general public and work together to preserve the aesthetic beauty, water quality, wildlife habitats, and fisheries within Forest County.

Join FCAL

Become a member of FCAL today, and help us preserve Forest County waters, habitats, and fisheries!

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Our Environment

Invasive Species in Forest County – Learn about recognizing aquatic invasive species and what can be done to help.
Conservation Corner – A weekly article produced by the Forest County Land & Water Conservation Department.
Wake Boat & Wake Surfing Updates – See resources regarding the current controversy around wake boats & wake surfing.

Annual Meeting & Dinner

Saturday, October 24, 2026

Where: Wolf River Rendezvous, 11624 US-8 E, Crandon

Times:

4:00 pm – Registration — Cash Bar & Joviality Begin

4:15 pm – Annual Meeting with/election of board membersFlower

5:00 pm – Presentation on Pollinators & Native Plants by Lindsay Peterson of Roots & Rivers Collaborative

6:00 pm – Dinner catered by Smokin’J’s (ribs, mashed potatoes w/gravy, vegetable, salad, and dessert)

The cost of dinner is 0/person. Reservations accepted through October 16:

– go to the FCAL website to reserve & pay on line at <fcal-wis.org>;

– or mail your payment to FCAL, Inc., Pickerel, WI 54465.

*There will be a brief, open meeting for board members after the event to elect officers.

Name(s): ____________________________________________________________

Lake Association/District: _______________________________________________

Members = 0 per person x ___(number of people) = $ _____ (total enclosed).

Please make checks payable to Forest County Association of Lakes.

Reservations should be received no later than Friday, October 16th.

Forest County Courtesy Code

  • Be Kind to Wildlife, Your Neighbors, & Your Lake
  • Watercraft Safety – OBEY THE LAWS, REGULATIONS, & RULES
  • Clean Boats/Clean Waters – OBEY THE LAWS, REGULATIONS, & RULES

Read the full list

REPORT INVASIVE SPECIES VIOLATIONS TO THE DNR’S TIP LINE
1-800-847-9367

OTHER VIOLATIONS CAN BE REPORTED TO Austin Babich WDNR WARDEN
608-896-5217  or

Or FOREST COUNTY SHERIFF
715-478-3331

WDNR Tip Line
800-847-9367

Forest County Sheriff’s Recreation Officer–Bill Stanley
715-478-3331

RECYCLING MONOFILAMENT FISHING LINE

If left out in the environment, monofilament fishing line can tangle or be ingested by wildlife, endanger swimmers or become wrapped around boat propellers. It can last up to 600 years in freshwater, meaning it poses a threat for a long time. Removing discarded fishing line from the environment is a great first step. Recycling gives it new life.

Anyone who is interested in obtaining a container can contact us through this website by filling out the contact us form or  purchase one.

 

News & Events 

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QUIET WATERS OF FOREST COUNTY

QUIET WATERS OF FOREST COUNTY

Dec 6, 2018 |

Quiet Waters of Forest County is a project completed by the Forest County Land Conservation Department in cooperation with the Forest County Health Department to promote paddling sports including kayaking and canoeing and the healthy aspects of such sports in the...

Board of Director’s Meeting

Sep 19, 2018 |

Public Announcement of Board of Directors meeting on Nov. 9th at 9AM in lower level of Crandon Public Library.  The board will elect officers at this meeting.

FCAL’s Lake Ecology Field Day

FCAL’s Lake Ecology Field Day

May 23, 2018 |

Submitted by FCAL Member Vi Lamers On Sept. 9, 2017 Environmental Studies students from Wabeno, Crandon and Laona High Schools participated in FCAL’s 5th annual Field Day at Lake Metonga’s Vet Memorial Park.  These 51 students were divided into small groups for better...