Attention Beach Goers

ATTENTION BEACH GOERS:

During this week

August 1st through August 8th there will be NO lifeguards on the Beaches. First aid, Rescue equipment, and a walkie talkie to communicate with the Beach Office Coordinator will be on each of the lifeguard stands. The AED will be in the shed and the shed will be open.

Badges will still be checked.

Thank you for your cooperation!

Lake Health Update

As everyone knows, we have an issue with algae in the lake this summer. The cause of these algae blooms is excessive nutrients in the water. 

We are actively investigating a point-source issue and we are hoping we can resolve that before next summer. In the meantime, there are a lot of small things we as homeowners/property owners in the lake community can do to reduce adding additional nutrients to the lake. These things are extremely important for lakefront property owners but are also important for all homeowners in our community. Every single property in the community eventually drains into the lake!

• Do not keep potted plants on your docks or anywhere near the lake. The fertilizers and organic material from the soils in these pots will go directly into the lake. 

• Do not fertilize your lawns (lime is also bad). If you really need to, please research a natural fertilizer that is lake friendly. 

• Do not blow leaves, dump lawn clipping, or place any other debris in the lake. This is extra important during lake lowering. Just because more shoreline is exposed, doesn't mean that it won't affect the lake. 

• Do not dump anything into the storm drains and if you have one in front of your property, please try and keep the area around it clean. 

• Get your septic pumped every 2 years. 

Thank you all for looking out for the health of our lake!

-Lake Resources Committee 

Algae in the Lake

Due to the ongoing algae issue in the lake, Aquatic Analysts will be on the lake Wednesday 7/27/22 treating with Copper Sulfate. There are no restrictions on the use of the lake.

We appreciate the community's patience while we work hard to resolve this issue. A more detailed status update on the health of the lake and our path forward is forthcoming.

Thank you!

Additional Yoga Dates

Yoga, 2nd Session Beginning This Saturday

When: Sessions July 23 to August 27 ( Six Weeks of classes.)
The second group of sessions begins 7/23/22 at the same discounted price of $50.
Where: East Beach
Time: 9am - 10am

Bring a mat, towel and water

***Cost: $50 for six weeks ( Make out check or pay cash to Prana for Peace and bring first Saturday)

CLCC is matching the $50 Cost to residents for the classes.

Checks can also be dropped off to Office Staff in Pavilion


We need to have a minimum of six committed signups. Once we have that, there will be an option of $15/class.

If you will be one of the signups, let me know if you can. If not, Saturday will be fine.

This year has been highly successful and Kristi is back again! Hope to see you there! Great way to increase fitness and clear your mind!

BEGINNERS WELCOME! You can even do bench yoga! :)


Paul

July 13 Treatment Plan

TOMORROW (7/13) WILL BE ANOTHER TREATMENT FOR ALGAE.

Based on the advise of Larry Kovar and team, we will be postponing the Lily pad treatment for another two weeks.

At this time, the lake will be treated for algae to avoid a hazardous bloom. The health of the lake is first priority.

Lily Pad Treatment

If the weather holds up and the winds are low, we will be treating the Lilly pads on Wednesday July 13th.  In an effort to increase the treatment's success, we ask that boaters please consider no boating that day or Thursday 7/14 in the morning.

CLCC Lake Committee

Crandon Plant Life

I just wanted to show all of you the types of weeds that are found in the lake. We are aware of all of these species and our [latest] treatment should knock them back to a more manageable level. If you do see a plant that looks nothing like any of these, please let me know. I am now best reached at lakeresources@crandonlakes.org.

Gene Bove

Spirogyra, Green Algae

White Water Lily

Coontail Plant

Curly-Leaf Pondweed

Filamentous Algae

Horned Pondweed

Naiad Plant

2022 Lake Water Report

Lake Health and Management Report

Dear Crandon Lakes Country Club Members

As reported by Aquatic Analysts, Inc., the overall ecological condition of the lake is good considering its age. The only invasive vegetation currently growing in the lake is curlyleaf pondweed.  Years ago, another invasive species, Eurasian watermilfoil, was found growing in the lake but with treatment has been eradicated.  Currently growing in the lake are the following native weed species: coontail, elodia, naiads, horned pondweed, ribbonleaf pondweed, and slender leaf pondweed.  Algae blooms became an issue at times and were successfully treated and eliminated

Currently, there are two areas of concern; the main inflow from the swamp in the Ballfield Cove and the inflow on the west shore in the Ballfield Cove coming from Longwood Trail. It is felt that these two areas contribute to nutrients, sediments and biomass entering Crandon Lakes. The Hydro raking project in the fall of 2021 removed 312 yards of organic matter from the lake. This organic matter contained a significant concentration of phosphorus and nitrogen. With this organic matter removed, the lake should see higher levels of oxygen important to sustaining a healthy fishery.

The water lilies could not be hydro raked due to the firm lake bottom. In the future, to manage the growth of water lilies in the lake, Aquatic Analysts, Inc. will start aggressive herbicide treatment in June 2022 once lily pads are fully emerged. Areas to be treated are the Entrance Cove and the Northwest Cove. As a professional courtesy, Aquatic Analysts will not charge the CLCC for these treatments. Treatment will be given when authorized by the lake representative.

The Crandon Lakes Country Club Board has approved a contract with Aquatic Analyst, Inc, for 2022. The company will perform bi-weekly monitoring of the lake. They will observe the growth of algae and aquatic weeds and potential sources of external nutrient loading. They will treat these issues before they become a problem. During their visit, they will measure the water clarity, collect water samples for microscopic analysis and identify any issues.  In addition, aquatic plants will be identified and their location mapped. Herbicides will be applied to portions of the lake to control the growth of submerged aquatic vegetation during the season May through September.  Targeted vegetation will be curleyleaf pondweed, slenderleaf pondweed, ribbon leaf pondweed, horned pondweed.  Aquatics Analyst, Inc will determine which portions of the lake will be treated in their bi-weekly surveys.  The following herbicides will be used

Submerged Aquatic Vegetation: Diquat/Tribune/Aquathol-K

Water Lily: Rodeo/ Polaris/ Flumigard/ Semera

Algae: treatment will only occur if they suspect the onset of an algal bloom. They will proactively treat the areas of concern with Copper sulfate (algaecide)

The lake resource committee membership has been expanded to monitor the condition of the lake and address issues as they arise.  We will take a proactive stance to enhance the lake experience for everyone.  Please feel free to contact the volunteers on the committee with your concerns and helpful ideas lakeresources@crandonlakes.org

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Gentle Reminder: Please do not put anything down the storm drains along the main road: they empty straight into the Lake

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If you take your boats into another body of water; Please remember to rinse it off prior to putting it in the Lake.  We don’t want any invasive weeds!

2022 Lake Health and Management Report

Neighbors and Friends,

Attached below, please find a Lake Health and Management report for the 2022 season. This report has been compiled from several in depth documents we have required from our Professional resources.  To better understand our living lake and provide the best future management, we have developed a 2022 plan and are working on future goals and opportunities.

• Overview:

  • Our lake is a living eco system that requires constant care, observation, and management. Although we face several challenges to keeping the lake a friendly, usable, fishery and recreation facility, we have learned that the lake’s ecological condition is in good condition considering its age. We have overcome some detrimental conditions of invasive weeds and continue to battle native weeds and algae. It is the committee’s goal to address these issues as they need attention and develop a long-range plan to supplement our present management. Listed below are excerpts in a bullet form to keep you aware of the projects and plans taking place. For a more detailed read please reference below.

• Hydro raking Project

  • 312 yards of organic matter were removed

  • Due to the firm lake bottom it was learned that removing the Lilly Pads would have created a larger issue come spring due to not being able to completely remove the entire plant

  • The Water Lilly treatment is being addressed in our 2022 plan

    • Our Lake Treatment contractor has agreed to provide Lilly pad treatment at no cost

• 2022 Plan

  • We have entered a contract with Aquatic Analyst for the season

    • Bi-weekly monitoring

    • Algae and weed control

    • Water clarity and sampling

    • Immediate issue identification and resolution suggestions

  • Expanded committee membership and now hold monthly committee meetings

  • Lake communication via email, newsletter, and social media

  • Lake lowering – FALL 2022

• Future considerations and planning (discussed monthly)

  • Explore several alternative or supplemental lake treatments

    • Micro Bubblers / Water gardens

    • Sediment reduction

    • Weed harvesting

    • Budget and funding.

    • Inlet observation and remediation

  • Increased input and participation from fisherman, swimmers and boaters

  • Seeking input from several other lake communities

  • Main inlet remediation

    • Reduction of sediment and biomass entering the lake

  • Pursuing any available assistance

    • Township / Grants

If you want to correspond to the committee, please do so via lakeresources@crandonlakes.org

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If you take your boats into another body of water; Please remember to rinse it off prior to putting it in the Lake.  We don’t want any invasive weeds!

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Gentle Reminder: Please do not put anything down the storm drains along the main road: they empty straight into the Lake

CLCC Employment

The following positions are open at Crandon Lakes Country Club.
Inquire within.