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.
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
News & Events
The Effects of Wake Boats on Lake Ecosystem Health: A Literature Review (May 2024)
The mission of Wisconsin Green Fire (WGF) is "to advance science-informed analysis and policy solutions that address Wisconsin's greatest conservation challenges". WGF strives to help people "enjoy the benefits of clean water, clean air, and healthy ecosystems...
2024 Essay Contest Underway – “Our Changing Lakes and Streams”
The 2024 Forest County Association of Lakes essay contest is underway! 5th and 6th grade students at Crandon, Laona, and Wabeno schools are participating. This year’s topic is Our Changing Lakes and Streams. Students will be conducting interviews with someone familiar...
Northwoods Six-County Lakes Meeting Set for July 12
“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
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...
Announcing the FLOW AIS Poster Contest
2023 FLOW AIS Poster Contest The FLOW AIS Program (Forest, Langlade, Marinette, & Oconto Waterways Aquatic Invasice Species Program) is seeking entries into their 2023 Invasive Species Poster Contest! Contest is open to students in grades 4-8 attending any school...
2023 Wisconsin Lakes and Rivers Convention
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...