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Channel Dredged
Carlos – Le Homme Dieu The LCAA Board spent the winter working to complete the long overdue channel dredging of the Carlos/Le Homme Dieu channel. Challenges with buried utilities, including the ALASD sewer line, electrical power lines, and gas lines … Continue reading
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Carlos – Le Homme Dieu Channel Dredging
Channel dredging is set for the end of November. By waiting until late fall, we avoid issues hauling away and transporting sand that may be impacted by zebra mussels. We also avoid boat traffic in the off-season. LCAA is joined … Continue reading
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What does your lake association do for you?
In addition to publishing a newsletter, your lake association: Monitors, tests, and reports on water quality, Works with the DNR to maintain and stock our Lake Carlos fish population, Works with the Douglas County Department of Land and Resource Management … Continue reading
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LCAA Review of Annual Meeting June 23, 2016
LAKE CARLOS AREA ASSOCIATION – REVIEW OF ANNUAL MEETING OF JUNE 23, 2016 (download in Word) Call to Order The 2016 annual meeting was held on June 23, 2016, at the Phoenix Event Center. The meeting was called to order … Continue reading
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Fall Lawn Care
Please don’t burn leaves or clippings near the lakeshore or on the beach. Stay at least 30 feet from the lakeshore when fertilizing.
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Call Zoning Department before Landscaping Your Lakeshore
Many lake residents plan shoreland or bank projects this time of the year. Before you begin your project, contact the County Land and Resource Management office (762-3863) to ensure that your project is in compliance with county regulations.
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Dim your Bright Lights
One of the joys of living on the lake is to be able to walk down to the dock or lakeshore at night and look at the stars, even in the winter. The serenity of lake life can be ruined … Continue reading
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Securing Cabins for Winter
If closing your cabin for the season, take the following precautions: Drain and shut off all pipes to outside faucets. If heated, leave inside faucets dripping and cabinets open to expose plumbing to warmer air. Take all high-valued items, such … Continue reading
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Boat Regulations – Life Jackets Save Lives
All children under twelve (12) years old must wear a life jacket (Personal Flotation Device – PFD). Boats with enclosed fuel or engine compartments must carry a fire extinguisher. Boats must carry a “wearable” personal floatation device for each occupant. … Continue reading
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Jet Ski Regulations
Jet skis must operate at closed throttle (no wake speed) when within 150 feet of a dock, shoreline, swimmer, raft, or a non-motorized or anchored water craft or through emergent or floating vegetation. No jet ski operation is allowed between … Continue reading
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