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.
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Our Environment
Annual Meeting & Dinner Saturday, October 24, 2026
Where: Wolf River Rendezvous, Crandon
Times: 4:00 pm – Registration — Cash Bar and Joviality Begin 4:15 pm – Annual Meeting with/election of board members 5:00 pm – Presentation by ?
6:00 pm – Dinner menu TBD
The cost of dinner is $30/person for members. You may make your reservations in one of the following ways, but please do so no later than October 18th:
– go to the FCAL website to reserve and pay on line at https://fcal-wis.org/product/fcal-annual-dinner or,
– mail your payment with the form below to
FCAL, Inc., PO Box 68, Pickerel, WI 54465.
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*Board Members – There will be a short board meeting after the dinner for the election of officers.
The public is welcome.
Name(s): ___________________________________________
Lake Association/District: ______________________________
Members = $30/per person x ___(number of people) = $ _____ (total enclosed).
Please make checks payable to the Forest County Association of Lakes. Reservations should be received no later than Friday, October 18th.
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
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–Chad Mullis
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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Invasive algae found for the first time in a Wisconsin lake
Please click the link below to read the article on Starry Stonewort: http://www.jsonline.com/news/invasive-algae-found-for-the-first-time-in-a-wisconsin-lake-b99397718z1-283977751.html
2014 Fall Forum
On September 13th our annual Fall Forum was held at the Lake Lucerne Clubhouse. There were a number of guest speakers including Jim Kreitlow, DNR: Mike Pruell, Mole Lake Sakagon Fish Biologist, Emily Anderson, Wild Rivers Invasive Species Coalition and John Pruess,...
A reminder to watch what plants you are purchasing from garden centers and plant nurseries
A recent article shared by John A. Preuss, Lumberjack Aquatic Invasives Coordinator for Lincoln, Langlade and Forest Counties: Yard MD blog: Warning! Garden centers are selling invasive shrub Avoid purchasing and planting Scotch Broom May 5, 2014 | Rob Zimmer...
Suggested reading from John A. Preuss – Lumberjack Aquatic Invasives Coordinator
The following article "Study: Mussels improve lake property values Invasive species improves water clarity" was recently shared by John A. Preuss, Lumberjack Aquatic Invasives Coordinator.
2013 Essay Contest
Forest County Association of Lakes (FCAL) Has a Very Successful 2013 Essay Contest The Forest County Association of Lakes (FCAL) again had the fifth and sixth graders at Crandon, Laona and Wabeno participate in their 2013 essay contest. Crandon had 74 students...
Awards
FCAL RECOGNITION'S AND AWARDS The Lake Metonga Association and the Forest County Association of Lakes Sponsor a Lake Outing Lake Metonga Association and Forest County Association of Lakes Members Harry Resch and Les Schramm received recognition from Andy Space, the...
