Elkhart Lake Improvement Association
Elkhart Lake, WI
Regulation of wake boats up to local gov't for now
The Wisconsin Outdoor News published an article relating to wake boats in their September 20th, 2024 Newsletter. The article reviewed the Natural Resources Board (NRB) long awaited summary of rules involving wake boats at its August 14th meeting, but for now the best way to regulate wake boat use seems to be through the passage of local ordinances by city, village, town, or county boards.
To read the whole article click here.
ELIA reaching out to the public at
downtown night Monday, August 12th
Keep Elkhart Blue: A Holistic Watershed Approach
This article explores the Elkhart Lake Improvement Association's (ELIA) efforts to preserve the lake's water quality and ecosystem through a holistic watershed approach. Learn about the challenges facing the lake and ELIA's initiatives to address them, including data collection, public education, habitat restoration, and invasive species control. Become a member or get involved in shoreline restoration projects to help keep Elkhart Blue!
Click "Here" to read the full article that will appear in the Depot Dispatch later this month.
Exploring Wake Boating on Elkhart Lake
At the Elkhart Lake Improvement Association, we are committed to ensuring the sustainability and enjoyment of our lake for all. As of now, the Board of Directors has not taken a formal stance on wake boating. We believe in making informed decisions based on scientific evidence and facts that either support or restrict this activity on Elkhart Lake.
To keep our community informed, we have created a dedicated section on our website. You can find articles discussing various perspectives on wake boating under the "Caring for the Lake" menu tab, specifically labeled as "Wake Boat Articles." We encourage everyone to explore these resources to stay updated on this important topic.
As we continue to monitor developments and gather information, we remain committed to the preservation and responsible management of Elkhart Lake.
Our Mission
The Elkhart Lake Improvement Association (ELIA) mission is to preserve, promote and enhance the general welfare of the lake and the safety of those who use it. Founded in 1964, ELIA is a volunteer-run, member-based, 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
Our Organization has been protecting Elkhart Lake since 1964. Over the years, the lake has faced many threats to its beautiful blue waters. While the Lake has seen changes, our commitment to Keep Elkhart Blue has not.
Please help us to protect Elkhart Lake now and for generations to come by being part of the solution: become a member, volunteer, shop our store, donate. Together, we keep Elkhart Lake blue.
Preserve. Promote. Enhance.
GET INVOLVED
The aim of the Elkhart Lake Improvement Association is to encourage ownership and use of the surrounding lake community in ways that will not result in changes to the beauty, tranquility, and quality of the lake. If you want to support this mission, consider volunteering in one of our activity areas.
hELP THE CAUSE
Your donation helps us do important work in the community and keep Elkhart Lake beautiful (and blue!). If you’d like to support our cause, consider donating via credit card, PayPal or Venmo.
JOIN COMMUNITY
Either click on this link to PayPal or mail us your membership information and payment. If you are already a member, donations above annual Membership dues are tax deductible.
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