News of Lake George

Annual Picnic 2023

Tuesday, July 25, 2023

Another great turnout for our annual picnic, catered by Anoka’s Casa Rio. It began with clear skies and a small but dedicated crew of board members to set up. Birdie once again created stunning and creative raffle baskets for kids and adults. Over 50 people attended. The skies opened up to a rain shower. The July 4th boat parade winners announced. The club gifted John Vilandre with an all season jacket ( for the man of all seasons) with loon insignia for his 14 years as secretary extraordinaire. New members were welcomed and folks gathered in their named sections of the lake for a moment to connect. Larry gave us the sad ending of the baby looms this year 4 baby chicks met their fate to eagles most likely 7 adults remain. Juanita encouraged everyone to attend the annual general meeting of LGID to vote. Everyone was invited to start using the new website. A good time was had by all.

Winners of the 4th of July Boat Parade

Saturday, July 22, 2023

This year's theme was "America the Beautiful". Three prizes are offered: 1st place receives the annual traveling trophy and a $25 gift card; 2nd place receives a gift card; 3rd place receives honorable mention. Our judges this year were Ella Baldwin-Viereck and Jerry Crawford. And the winners are...

• Birdie and Tom Rotramel 1st Place
• Jackie Sundsrud and family 2nd place
• Diane Block Honorable mention

Winner of July 4th boat parade fashion award

Saturday, July 22, 2023

We already have a winner! This year, Jay Edwardson's patriotic feet walked away with the LGCC Independence Day Fashion Award, Congratulations Jay! Looking good. BTW there's no trophy, no cash award, or anything. It's just the honor and pride of knowing that you possess the best fashion sense in the club.

Lake George Conservation Club 2023 Raffle

Saturday, July 22, 2023

There was a little rain at this year's picnic but it didn’t deter the raffle ticket holders. Seven families donated items and Birdie created separate gift baskets for adults and children. Lots of winners! The fifty dollar grand prize was won by Kelsey Hirsch and Craig Carlson.

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Our Guest Speaker is Carroll Henderson. The topic is SWANS

Saturday, July 22, 2023

You see these beautiful creatures on our lake every fall, but what do you really know about SWANS? At the club’s next meeting, August 10, you can learn a lot about swans. Our presenter will be Carroll Henderson, retired founder and director of the DNR Nongame Wildlife Program. He will be joined by Lori Naumann who will be returning to provide information about the Nongame Wildlife Program and LOONS. The RESOURCES button above will lead you to an interesting news article about the work of Carroll Henderson with the DNR Nongame Wildlife Program.

Help Wanted: Lake George Conservation Club Needs a New Secretary

Friday, July 21, 2023

After 14 years in the position, John Vilandre is stepping down. Please consider stepping forward to fill this vital role.

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Are there NINE loons on Lake George? SEVEN? EIGHT?

Friday, July 21, 2023

Birdie Rotramel, Tami Issacson and Christine Thompson have been keeping an eye on the Lake George loons. Looks like we may have nine loons now - or eight. Here is what they have found...

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Youth Fishing Event needs our help

Thursday, July 20, 2023

The Anoka County Sheriff’s Office Community And Sheriff Together fishing event in collaboration with Fishing For Life is a go for Friday, August 4th. Registration is full and overflowing with more than 50 children signed up for the event. But they only have 12 boats and guides signed up to help out with the event. They desperately need our help! So, if you can help out, please email TIM DAY Without boats, this event doesn’t happen! More information from Tim….

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Lost and Found

Monday, July 17, 2023

BOAT CANOPY On Saturday, July 15, a boat canopy was found floating in the water on the west side of Lake George. Please retrieve at McLain’s; 2601 S Lake George Dr near the driveway. Also found, a FLAG pennant. If yours, claim at picnic.

Annual Lake George PICNIC Saturday July 22

Sunday, July 16, 2023

You are invited to the annual Lake George Conservation Club picnic!    Date:  SATURDAY JULY 22, 2023!  Time: NOON to THREE   Place:   Becky Ridge and Alex Stitt, 21125 Old Lake George Boulevard. Come for food, fun and fellowship. No reservations, no charge!

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New Neighbors on the Lake

Saturday, June 3, 2023

A pair of bald eagles appears to be building a nest on the island. At least, I think it is a new nest. I have not seen it before and I first saw it this week. (I may have missed it last summer if it was there, but I am not sure it was there last summer.)

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Zebra Mussel Monitors, It's Reporting Time

Friday, June 2, 2023

Volunteers for the 2023 Zebra Mussel Spotter program are reminded to examine their ZM samplers. Samplers should be examined the first day of each month. Results are reported online at www.tinyurl.com/zebramusselspotter or by telephone to Jessica Leverty, Anoka County AIS Coordinator at 763-324- 3333.

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