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
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
2019 Lakes Partnership Convention and Water Action Volunteers Symposium
Forest County Association of Lakes members are invited to Stevens Point for the annual Lakes Partnership Convention and Water Action Volunteers Symposium! This year's theme, "Pay it Forward," is a popular concept. When someone does something for you, instead of paying...
QUIET WATERS OF FOREST COUNTY
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
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.
Donna & Les Schramm Pavilion Kitchen Dedication Set for August 20
Dear Friends of Les & Donna Schramm, The Crandon Lions will host a City Beath Pavilion Kitchen dedication in honor of Donna and Les Schramm at 6 pm on Monday, August 20, 2018. Rain or Shine! The Lake Metonga Association furnished the stainless steel serving...
Harold Resch Wins Wisconsin Lakes Stewardship Award in the Educator Category
(Excerpts from his acceptance speech) “After teaching chemistry and math at Crandon High School for 36 years, I retired in 2001. Shortly after that Les Schramm asked me to join the Forest County Association of Lakes (FCAL) as a board member. And then, shortly after...
FCAL’s Lake Ecology Field Day
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...
