| 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 ... and THANKS 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 - 2006 |
| The Lake Wapogasset Bear Trap Association is a non-profit organization committed to the improvement of these lakes. Protective/Improvement Projects:
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| President: Dave Nelson - 268-8568 1st Vice President: James Chevalier - 268-7647 2nd Vice President: Gerald Tessman - 268-6570 Secretary: JoAnn Hallquist - 268-6134 Treasurer: Tom Berreman - 268-6139 Lake Improvement: John Kugler - 268-6544 Long Range Planning: Gerald Tessman - 268-6570 Neighborhood Watch: Gerald Tessman - 268-6570 Membership: Peter Seidl - 268-2564 |
| HELP KEEP INVASIVE WATERPLANTS OUT OF WAPOGASSET AND BEAR TRAP |
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". |
| CONGRATULATIONS TO... Shirley Hanson and Fred Pugh Shirley Turek 2008 Lake Association OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEERS ... recognized for outstanding service to our lake community |
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
Spring 2008
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
Spring 2008
GET CONNECTED ... 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 !!! |
| VOLUNTEER NEEDED: Spring Social Chairman - 2009 Please call Dave Nelson - 268-8568 if you'd like to volunteer to chair the Association's Spring Dinner. THANKS! |
| Garfield Township: A new burning ordinance for town of Garfield residents 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, river or stream. The ashes from these fires wash into our waters causing more phosphorus to enter our lakes and rivers. |
| from the President's Desk ...Dave Nelson Steve Schieffer, the biologist that is working for the Sanitary District feels that the large number of native weeds help control the algae by using up the available phosphorus. He stated that one pount of phosphorus produces one hundred pounds of algae. He suggested that coontail (a native plant) uses up quite a lot of phosphorus. Our Aquatic Plant Management Plan is well on its way iwth completion expected by January. This will allow us to treat the curly leaf pondweed (not a native plant) next spring. Curly leaf pondweed contributes to our phosphorus problem. A limited number of brochures that explain how to help our water quality by doing right things as a riparian lake property owner are available. Call me if you would like one. 268-8568. |
| 2007-2008 FISH SURVEY Heath Beneke from the DNR Department of Fisheries made a report at the Lake Assoc iation's Annual Meeting on the FISH SURVEY that was completed this past March (May 2007 to March 2008). The survey showed that we have a very good population of many species in our lakes. Here are a few highlights: * The SUNFISH and BLUEGILLS are very good size and abundant. * We have a very good population of NORTHERN PIKE. * The WALLEYE pike population is stable. * CRAPPIES are a cyclical fish - they go from being very abundant to much less, and the numbers caught, while not great, is nothing to worry about. * LARGE MOUTH BASS are very abundant. He suggested that we should consider keeping some of the bass we catch. * PERCH, SMALL MOUTH BASS, WHITE BASS and MUSKIE are all present, but in smaller numbers. He also suggested that we should keep on sponsoring a carp shoot to help keep their numbers in line. |