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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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.

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 YOUR LOCAL DNR WARDEN
715-216-6396

Or FOREST COUNTY SHERIFF
715-478-3331

News & Events

Northwoods Six-County Lakes Meeting Set for July 12

Apr 10, 2024 |

“Protecting Our Waters: We’re All Connected” is the theme for the annual Northwoods Six-County Lakes Meeting, set for Friday, July 12, at Nicolet College. Lake association leaders and members along with the general public will convene to learn about and discuss our...

FCAL Essay Contest 2023

Jun 23, 2023 |

Students from Laona and Crandon 5th and 6th grades wrote essays for the Forest County Association of Lakes (FCAL) annual essay contest. The topic was “Protecting Nature from Invasive Species.” Students were asked to write a true-life or entirely fictional story of an...

2023 Wisconsin Lakes and Rivers Convention

2023 Wisconsin Lakes and Rivers Convention

Feb 15, 2023 | ,

Wisconsin Lakes and Rivers Convention Thursday, April 20 - Saturday, April 22, 2023 Holiday Inn Stevens Point Convention Center Steven Point, WI Network with citizens and professionals from around the state as you learn more about our lakes and rivers and the critters...

Wildlife Specialist Speaks at 2022 Annual Meeting

Wildlife Specialist Speaks at 2022 Annual Meeting

Oct 30, 2022 |

At the Annual Meeting on October 22, 2022, the Forest County Association of Lakes hosted keynote speaker Christian Cold, a retired DNR Wildlife Specialist, speaking on the topic of Wildlife Ecology and Management, with emphasis on forest and wetlands View The...