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!

Join online or by mail.

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

Announcing the FCAL Lake Association Grant

Announcing the FCAL Lake Association Grant

The 2018 FCAL Board of Directors is excited to announce the opportunity for Lake Associations that are members of FCAL to apply for a $500 matching grant to assist with a lake project.  The guidelines are as follows: The applicant must be a member of FCAL. The project...

November 2017 meeting date

November 2017 meeting date

The date of the November 2017 Board of Director's meeting has been changed.  We will meet on Friday, November 10th beginning at 9 a.m. in the lower level of the Crandon Public Library

Life jacket stations

Life jacket stations

These photos were presented at the June 16 FCAL meeting by the Forest County Health Department.  The Health Department in conjunction with the Crandon Lions Club is piloting a program this summer at Lake Metonga and also at Silver Lake.  They intend to offer life...

Annual Meeting

Annual Meeting

FCAL members and guests enjoyed an informative and very interesting program at the 2016 Annual FCAL Meeting,Banquet and Program.  Christopher Cold shared 300 slides featuring Wisconsin wildlife and wildlife habitat along with some live “critters” which concluded his...

Let’s Talk About Dredging

Natural scenic beauty and erosion control are components of the State’s shoreline protection program. Riparian landowners accomplish these goals by allowing native vegetation to overtake the shore yards, slowing runoff of pollutants toward the waterbody and masking...