| WAPOGASSET 995 Lone Pine Ct. MLS#3172122 520 square feet - 2 bdrm - 2 bath - 88' frontage ...................... ACCEPTED OFFER ........................ ... Sensational sunsets are waiting for you ... lots of potential here ... private entry lower level ready to be finished ... additional 580sf can be added to the main level plus an 1,100 sf second story. Front deck needs replacing. |
| OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEER AWARDS: Each year individuals are recognized for outstanding service for our lake community. Listed below by year are those who have been recognized. CONGRATULATIONS & THANKS! 2010: Tom Berreman, Ed Gullickson, Dave Erspamer 2008: Shirley Hanson & Fred Pugh 2007: Mort and Kathy Mortensen and Larry Karlson 2006: Karen Ohm and John Kugler 2005: Jackie Metcalf and Jerry &Gail Tessman 2004: Harold Carver, Bob & Edna Jones and Dodie Scholz 2003: Helen Beltmann, Frank Fitzpatrick and Ray and Mary Lou Stanley 2002: Leo Mahoney and Ed O'Neil 2001: Joyle Anderson and Don Wegner 2000: Wally Christenson and Mary Hafner |
| 15 WAYS TO PROTECT WATER QUALITY 1. Pick up pet waste from your yard. 2. Use only phosphorus-free fertilizer. 3. Know the rules and permits required before you build, dig, or clear vegetation in shoreland areas. 4. Restore and maintain your shore with a 35' vegetative buffer. 5. Learn the value of native aquatic plants and keep them in place. 6. Keep roadside ditches clear of debris, grass clippings and leaves. 7. Prevent sediments from reaching waterways. 8. Control storm runoff by installing rain barrels, rain gardens or splash blocks. 9. Respect slow and no-wake zones when boating. 10. Inspect and maintain your septic system regularly (does not apply to us) 11. Fire pit ashes contain phosphorus: prevent them from reaching the water. 12. Remind visitors of water use and recreation regulations. 13. Inform new neighbors of water quality issues. 14. Be a good shoreland steward. 15. GET INVOLVED! ... from Polk County Assn. of Lakes Conference - Rice Lake |
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Whenever your boat is approached
by an authorized patrol boat you
should ...
- reduce the boat speed to
"slow-no-wake" - yield the right of way to the
patrol boat.
when requrested to by a law
enforcement officer.
These officers are charged with the
responsibility of providing safety
afloat. Law violators can expect
enforcement action and
conscientious boaters will find
these officers helpful protectors of
their recreation.
IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF ALL
BOATERS TO BECOME FAMILIAR
WITH THE BOATING LAWS FOR
THEIR OWN SAFETY AS WELL AS
THAT OF OTHERS.
Click on the above link to review the
Wisconsin Boating Regulations ...
pamhlets are available from the
Sheriff's Water Patrol, the DNR or at
Mort's Marina.
| LAKE WAPOGASSET BEAR TRAP ASSOCIATION ... working for you |
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| Law Enforcement ... "To aid those in distress in our waters and to assure that requirements of laws are obeyed". |
GET CONNECTED
... Lake Wapogasset Bear Trap Association
... Lake Wapogasset Bear Trap Association
CLEAN BOATS - CLEAN WATER PROGRAM Do you have as little as THREE HOURS per month to help with a lake project intended to protect our waters and your investment in them? Volunteers are still needed to educate boaters who visit our lakes from other areas. Invasive species of aquatic plants, such as Eurasian Watermilfoil, and water borne viruses that kill fish are spread by boaters who are not familiar with laws regarding the cleaning of boats and equipment. You can help in a friendly, low key manner to educate boaters at our boat landings. GET ON BOARD TODAY! RICK BAZILLE - 268-2916 |
QUESTION: Can lake residents pay to have their frontage sprayed? ANSWER: NO !!! ... any spraying is illegal! |
| Garfield Township: A new burning ordinance not only requires a permit for all open burning, but ALSO makes it illegal to have open fires within thirty-five feet of any named lake, fires wash into our waters causing more phosphorus to enter our lakes and rivers. |
The Lake Wapogasset Association was formed nearly 100 years ago after
Dr. James Wallace, president of Macalester College, built a summer home on
the property that is now the YMCA Camp. He recognized the need for an
organized effort to improve and maintain the water quality of the lake and
gathered neighbors to work together for that purpose.
The Lake Wapogasset/Bear Trap Improvement Association, Inc. evolved from
that small group of people to what it is today. We are made up of an Executive
Committee, a Board of Trustees and a general membership of almost 500.
Members are dues-paying individuals or families, owning or renting property on
or within one mile of the lakes; and local businesses who support us through
ads in our publications and other donations. Our treasury is maintained by
dues, donations and an annual raffle called “The 300 Club”, where ticket
holders have a chance to win a portion of the money collected through monthly
drawings
The main purpose of the Association is to improve and maintain the quality &
safety of our waterways. There are many knowledgeable and dedicated
members who work with the Wisconsin DNR, Polk County Dept. of Land &
Water, the Wapogasset/Bear Trap Lake Sanitary Sewer District and Garfield &
Lincoln Townships to carry out this mission. The Lake Association is the
CONNECTION between these organizations and the property owners/ renters
on and around the lake.
ORGANIZED CONNECTION
There is an Executive Committee that includes: President, First Vice President,
Second Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and two Members at Large all duly
elected by the general membership.
The Board of Trustees consists of members who have volunteered to
represent the property owners in designated areas of the shoreline and
surroundings. Each Trustee is the CONNECTION between the Executive
Committee and the general membership. They meet with the Executive
Committee on a monthly basis May through September. The general
membership is encouraged and most welcome to attend these meetings to
voice their concerns, questions and ideas. However, each Trustee will be
happy to convey messages for those who are unable to attend meetings.
SAFETY CONNECTIONS
The Association will arrange for State-trained Safety Patrol officers who help
enforce safe boating regulations. There are three patrols: the DNR, Polk
County and our own. The Association will arrange for classes on boat safety for
young and/or new boat operators. The use of Wisconsin boating & fishing
regulations is strongly encouraged, (violators will be ticketed). These
regulations are available at any business that sells fishing licenses.
The Association also maintains a Neighborhood Watch program that
encourages all of us to be good neighbors and look out for each other and our
properties. Signs are posted to discourage vandalism and break-ins. A
monetary reward is offered for the apprehension of vandals or thieves if a
member’s property is so involved.
SPORT & SOCIAL CONNECTION
Various volunteer committees within the Board membership sponsor sporting
and social events. A “Spring Social” kicks off the season in early May to which
all are welcome; a golf tournament has been held at the Amery Golf Club; boat
races, a sailing regatta and a boat parade are some of the activities sponsored
on 4th of July weekend. We also sponsor the “Light up the Lake” event (flares
are available from Trustees) that occurs before the fireworks on that weekend.
The Association is a major contributor to these fireworks put on by the Sanitary
District. We have also been a large contributor to the renovation and
beautification of Wapogasset Park.
STAY CONNECTED
“The Lake Scene” is a periodical created 25 years ago by Kathy Mortensen of
Mort’s Marina. She is the editor & publisher of the news letter that keeps us
CONNECTED with reports from the Association, details of up-coming events,
free classifieds, recipes, and the wit & wisdom of the Phantom Fisherman.
“The Lake Scene” is distributed, free of charge, by your Trustee who brings
them to your door about twice a month from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
We are also CONNECTED by the Lake Directory which the Association
publishes every year. It contains names and addresses and phone numbers
of all lake residents (and lots of other good things to know) and is distributed
free of charge to all paid members. This is also brought to your door by your
Trustee on Labor Day weekend.
You can be CONNECTED to the LAKE WAPOGASSET/ BEAR TRAP
IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION by mailing a membership application to P.O.
Box 345, Amery WI 54001, or by giving it to your Trustee. Further information
can be obtained by calling the current president, Dave Nelson, at 268-8568.
Education/Communications Committee
Diane Resseman
Dr. James Wallace, president of Macalester College, built a summer home on
the property that is now the YMCA Camp. He recognized the need for an
organized effort to improve and maintain the water quality of the lake and
gathered neighbors to work together for that purpose.
The Lake Wapogasset/Bear Trap Improvement Association, Inc. evolved from
that small group of people to what it is today. We are made up of an Executive
Committee, a Board of Trustees and a general membership of almost 500.
Members are dues-paying individuals or families, owning or renting property on
or within one mile of the lakes; and local businesses who support us through
ads in our publications and other donations. Our treasury is maintained by
dues, donations and an annual raffle called “The 300 Club”, where ticket
holders have a chance to win a portion of the money collected through monthly
drawings
The main purpose of the Association is to improve and maintain the quality &
safety of our waterways. There are many knowledgeable and dedicated
members who work with the Wisconsin DNR, Polk County Dept. of Land &
Water, the Wapogasset/Bear Trap Lake Sanitary Sewer District and Garfield &
Lincoln Townships to carry out this mission. The Lake Association is the
CONNECTION between these organizations and the property owners/ renters
on and around the lake.
ORGANIZED CONNECTION
There is an Executive Committee that includes: President, First Vice President,
Second Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and two Members at Large all duly
elected by the general membership.
The Board of Trustees consists of members who have volunteered to
represent the property owners in designated areas of the shoreline and
surroundings. Each Trustee is the CONNECTION between the Executive
Committee and the general membership. They meet with the Executive
Committee on a monthly basis May through September. The general
membership is encouraged and most welcome to attend these meetings to
voice their concerns, questions and ideas. However, each Trustee will be
happy to convey messages for those who are unable to attend meetings.
SAFETY CONNECTIONS
The Association will arrange for State-trained Safety Patrol officers who help
enforce safe boating regulations. There are three patrols: the DNR, Polk
County and our own. The Association will arrange for classes on boat safety for
young and/or new boat operators. The use of Wisconsin boating & fishing
regulations is strongly encouraged, (violators will be ticketed). These
regulations are available at any business that sells fishing licenses.
The Association also maintains a Neighborhood Watch program that
encourages all of us to be good neighbors and look out for each other and our
properties. Signs are posted to discourage vandalism and break-ins. A
monetary reward is offered for the apprehension of vandals or thieves if a
member’s property is so involved.
SPORT & SOCIAL CONNECTION
Various volunteer committees within the Board membership sponsor sporting
and social events. A “Spring Social” kicks off the season in early May to which
all are welcome; a golf tournament has been held at the Amery Golf Club; boat
races, a sailing regatta and a boat parade are some of the activities sponsored
on 4th of July weekend. We also sponsor the “Light up the Lake” event (flares
are available from Trustees) that occurs before the fireworks on that weekend.
The Association is a major contributor to these fireworks put on by the Sanitary
District. We have also been a large contributor to the renovation and
beautification of Wapogasset Park.
STAY CONNECTED
“The Lake Scene” is a periodical created 25 years ago by Kathy Mortensen of
Mort’s Marina. She is the editor & publisher of the news letter that keeps us
CONNECTED with reports from the Association, details of up-coming events,
free classifieds, recipes, and the wit & wisdom of the Phantom Fisherman.
“The Lake Scene” is distributed, free of charge, by your Trustee who brings
them to your door about twice a month from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
We are also CONNECTED by the Lake Directory which the Association
publishes every year. It contains names and addresses and phone numbers
of all lake residents (and lots of other good things to know) and is distributed
free of charge to all paid members. This is also brought to your door by your
Trustee on Labor Day weekend.
You can be CONNECTED to the LAKE WAPOGASSET/ BEAR TRAP
IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION by mailing a membership application to P.O.
Box 345, Amery WI 54001, or by giving it to your Trustee. Further information
can be obtained by calling the current president, Dave Nelson, at 268-8568.
Education/Communications Committee
Diane Resseman
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President:
Joe Ziglinski
715-268-2101
1st Vice President:
Mike Seidl
715-268-4930
2nd Vice President:
Lee Rickard
268-7204
Secretary:
Beth Holmgren
715-268-6310
Treasurer:
Jennifer Lefler
715-268-9656
Lake Improvement:
Lee Rickard
715-268-7204
Long Range
Planning:
Neighborhood
Watch:
Gerald Tessman -
268-6570
Membership:
Peter Seidl -
268-2564
Joe Ziglinski
715-268-2101
1st Vice President:
Mike Seidl
715-268-4930
2nd Vice President:
Lee Rickard
268-7204
Secretary:
Beth Holmgren
715-268-6310
Treasurer:
Jennifer Lefler
715-268-9656
Lake Improvement:
Lee Rickard
715-268-7204
Long Range
Planning:
Neighborhood
Watch:
Gerald Tessman -
268-6570
Membership:
Peter Seidl -
268-2564
LET's PAMPER OUR LAKES ... Spring Reminders:
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| HELP KEEP INVASIVE WATERPLANTS OUT OF WAPOGASSET AND BEAR TRAP |
EURASIAN MILFOIL
Both the Sanitary District and Lake Association are
working cooperatively to better understand and
manage the lakes to mitigate degradation of our
water resource.
A Comprehensive Lake Management plan is being
implemented which establishes strategic direction
for four priority issues. #1 to enhance the overall
health and water quality of the lakes #2
Implement Aquatic Plant Management plan goals
#3 Prevent introduction of invasive aquatic
organisms #4 Protect and Improve Fisheries.
"For the last several years the District has worked
with the DNR, water quality experts and the Lake
Association to identify ways to improve our water
quality. We are now beginning projects that we
believe will have a significant impact on water
quality."
(from Dave Erspamer, Sanitary Dist, President)
The Sanitary District's sewer system has been
around the entire lake since 1978. The Lake
Association was formed in 1911. We have over 650
homeowners on Wapogasset & Bear Trap ... a
recent survey indicated their #1 priority is water
quality. We have a Clean Waters/Clean Boats
program in place at public accesses to the lake.
The Lake Assn also has a Lake Improvement
Committee, Education and Communication
committee, Long Range Planning Committee -
Neighborhood Watch Program - Water Monitoring
Program. They also sponsor social activities:
Spring Social, Light Up The Lake, Boat Parade, 4th
Fireworks and 4th of July Runs/Turtle Races.
GREAT WBT Fishing: (according to a 2008
population survey) walleye, largemouth bass, and
panfish are common in both lakes ... Muskie and
Northerns are also present ... Most abundant is
largemouth bass. There is a Marina on the Lake
that has dockside GAS, fishing licenses, bait,
tackle, WBT Apparel, Beer, Ice, Pop, Ice Cream, and
a great candy counter for the kids and grandkids!
Wildlife: Common: Eagles & Loons ... a 43acre
YMCA Camp peninsula and 20+ acre Bible Camp
provide great nesting areas for the abundant Loon
population.
Bible Camp: Sunday morning worship service on
the beach from Memorial Day thru Labor Day.
working cooperatively to better understand and
manage the lakes to mitigate degradation of our
water resource.
A Comprehensive Lake Management plan is being
implemented which establishes strategic direction
for four priority issues. #1 to enhance the overall
health and water quality of the lakes #2
Implement Aquatic Plant Management plan goals
#3 Prevent introduction of invasive aquatic
organisms #4 Protect and Improve Fisheries.
"For the last several years the District has worked
with the DNR, water quality experts and the Lake
Association to identify ways to improve our water
quality. We are now beginning projects that we
believe will have a significant impact on water
quality."
(from Dave Erspamer, Sanitary Dist, President)
The Sanitary District's sewer system has been
around the entire lake since 1978. The Lake
Association was formed in 1911. We have over 650
homeowners on Wapogasset & Bear Trap ... a
recent survey indicated their #1 priority is water
quality. We have a Clean Waters/Clean Boats
program in place at public accesses to the lake.
The Lake Assn also has a Lake Improvement
Committee, Education and Communication
committee, Long Range Planning Committee -
Neighborhood Watch Program - Water Monitoring
Program. They also sponsor social activities:
Spring Social, Light Up The Lake, Boat Parade, 4th
Fireworks and 4th of July Runs/Turtle Races.
GREAT WBT Fishing: (according to a 2008
population survey) walleye, largemouth bass, and
panfish are common in both lakes ... Muskie and
Northerns are also present ... Most abundant is
largemouth bass. There is a Marina on the Lake
that has dockside GAS, fishing licenses, bait,
tackle, WBT Apparel, Beer, Ice, Pop, Ice Cream, and
a great candy counter for the kids and grandkids!
Wildlife: Common: Eagles & Loons ... a 43acre
YMCA Camp peninsula and 20+ acre Bible Camp
provide great nesting areas for the abundant Loon
population.
Bible Camp: Sunday morning worship service on
the beach from Memorial Day thru Labor Day.
WATER QUALITY ... #1 PRIORITY
July, 2010
WAPOGASSET BEAR TRAP Peaceful ... Quiet ... & Friendly! A public opinion survey was conducted in April '09 ... the recreational activity most enjoyed was: #1 - enjoying the view ... #2 - appreciating the peace and tranquility ... #3 - observing wildlife ... #4 - motor boating ... #5 - fishing. |
excerpt from Sanitary Dist. Annual Letter ... 12/10
OVERALL WATER QUALITY ... "I'm sure many of
you noticed that water quality over the past year
was again significantly better than average. Not
only was the clarity better, but the amount of algae
blooms and length of time that they were present
seemed reduced. In addition, the curly leaf
pondweed seemed much less prevalent than prior
years. Thru the continued efforts of the Lake
Association and District, we hope to see what will
likely be a slow, but ready trend towards
improvement in water quality and clarity".
WHAT YOU CAN DO ... " Again, keep in mind that a
potential significant source of phosphorous is
created every time a person burns near the lake or
uses unapproved fertilizers on your lawn.
Unapproved fertilizer includes any type that has a
phosphorous content. Phosphorous is listed as
the middle number on the bag (i.e., 50-20-40).
The middle number needs to be zero. Please pay
particular attention to this marking when
purchasing products".
OVERALL WATER QUALITY ... "I'm sure many of
you noticed that water quality over the past year
was again significantly better than average. Not
only was the clarity better, but the amount of algae
blooms and length of time that they were present
seemed reduced. In addition, the curly leaf
pondweed seemed much less prevalent than prior
years. Thru the continued efforts of the Lake
Association and District, we hope to see what will
likely be a slow, but ready trend towards
improvement in water quality and clarity".
WHAT YOU CAN DO ... " Again, keep in mind that a
potential significant source of phosphorous is
created every time a person burns near the lake or
uses unapproved fertilizers on your lawn.
Unapproved fertilizer includes any type that has a
phosphorous content. Phosphorous is listed as
the middle number on the bag (i.e., 50-20-40).
The middle number needs to be zero. Please pay
particular attention to this marking when
purchasing products".
BECOME A MEMBER ...
If YOU are concerned with: water quality, water safety, education,
lake improvement, neighborhood protection and other issues
vital to the well-being of our lakes, please consider supporting
the Lake Wapogasset Bear Trap Improvement Association thru
basic membership, additional donations &/or volunteering.
The Assn. provides a forum for member input through trustees
designated for various neighborhoods around the lakes. Social
Activities including Light-up-the-Lake, The WAPO Runs, 4th of
July Fireworks, and Spring Social are supported by the
Association. All residents are encouraged to attend monthly
trustee meetings throughout the summer.
Donations above basic membershi pdues are used exclusively
for Lake Improvement Projects. Your support is appreciated.
Print out the MEMBERSHIP
APPLICATION (see link to the left)
... and mail it TODAY!
If YOU are concerned with: water quality, water safety, education,
lake improvement, neighborhood protection and other issues
vital to the well-being of our lakes, please consider supporting
the Lake Wapogasset Bear Trap Improvement Association thru
basic membership, additional donations &/or volunteering.
The Assn. provides a forum for member input through trustees
designated for various neighborhoods around the lakes. Social
Activities including Light-up-the-Lake, The WAPO Runs, 4th of
July Fireworks, and Spring Social are supported by the
Association. All residents are encouraged to attend monthly
trustee meetings throughout the summer.
Donations above basic membershi pdues are used exclusively
for Lake Improvement Projects. Your support is appreciated.
Print out the MEMBERSHIP
APPLICATION (see link to the left)
... and mail it TODAY!
| The Lake Wapogasset Bear Trap Association is a non-profit organization committed to the improvement of Lake Wapogasset and Bear Trap. Protective/Improvement Projects:
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| VOLUNTEERS NEEDED |
| Call Rick Bazille 715.268.2916 |
NEW: Trustee Meeting Minutes ... click TAB below
To help celebrate the 100th Anniversary of
our Lake Association, the Association has
printed a book with the theme ... "FOR THE
LOVE OF A LAKE" ... The cover states "A
History of the Wapogasset-Bear Trap Lake
Improvement Association and a Look at 100
Years of Life on These Lakes". To give you
an idea of the content, the Sections in the
book are: History of the Lake Association
which begins on Page 7. History of the
Sanitary District on page 59. Lake
Wapogasset Park and Dam begins on Page
67. YMCA Camp and Wapo Lutheran Bible
Camp begins on pabe 93. Hickory Point
Resort on Page 107, and concludes with Life
at the Lake - memories from page 117
through 185. Many of the articles contain
pictures which depict the earlier years on the
lake. The book is 8-1/2" x 11, has a
laminated cover with spiral binding which
allows the took to be doubled back if desired.
The book is priced at $15 to cover the costs
involved, and may be obtained thru your
Trustee or call Gail Tessman - 268-6570 or
Joe Ziglinski - 268-2101.
our Lake Association, the Association has
printed a book with the theme ... "FOR THE
LOVE OF A LAKE" ... The cover states "A
History of the Wapogasset-Bear Trap Lake
Improvement Association and a Look at 100
Years of Life on These Lakes". To give you
an idea of the content, the Sections in the
book are: History of the Lake Association
which begins on Page 7. History of the
Sanitary District on page 59. Lake
Wapogasset Park and Dam begins on Page
67. YMCA Camp and Wapo Lutheran Bible
Camp begins on pabe 93. Hickory Point
Resort on Page 107, and concludes with Life
at the Lake - memories from page 117
through 185. Many of the articles contain
pictures which depict the earlier years on the
lake. The book is 8-1/2" x 11, has a
laminated cover with spiral binding which
allows the took to be doubled back if desired.
The book is priced at $15 to cover the costs
involved, and may be obtained thru your
Trustee or call Gail Tessman - 268-6570 or
Joe Ziglinski - 268-2101.
FIREWORKS: JULY 3rd raindate: July 6th