New Shoreland Owners Initiative
Protect the lake you love
Helpful information for new lake property owners
To get you started we have highlighted some resources that provide invaluable information to help keep your lake beautiful and healthy.
Lake and Shoreland Guides
UW-Extension Lakes has compiled a large collection of guides that provide a wealth of background and how-to information, including restoration guides.
Wisconsin Healthy Lakes
Healthy Lakes includes 5 simple and inexpensive best practices that improve habitat and water quality on your lakeshore property.
Articles for new owners
Annual Spring Hearing and Public Input Opportunity: Wakesurfing
Wisconsin Conservation Congress The Wisconsin Conservation Congress (WCC) and Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will once again offer their ...
Wake Boats and Lakes
New Report from Wisconsin’s Green Fire Wisconsin’s Green Fire (WGF) released a new report on the effects of wake boats ...
VCLRA’s 2024 winter newsletter available
VCLRA celebrates 30 years of protecting Vilas waters; wakesurfing legislation update; Vilas short-term rental ordinance; Lakes Toolbox workshops; Trees — ...
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Our board of directors and advisors have considerable expertise to help you keep your lake healthy and beautiful. We can help you find quality information, answer questions, and connect you with key resources.
Special Offer for new property owners
Fill out the application form below to get a free 1 year membership from both:
- Vilas County Lakes and Rivers Association
- Wisconsin Lakes