Author: Guest Contributor

E-foils ~ surfing without the boat

Efoils are self-propelled electric surfboards equipped powered by rechargeable batteries, these boards allow riders to glide above the water without a towboat. This summer, our friends at Glyde Watersports invited the MLR staff to try eFoiling firsthand and learn more about this emerging watersport. You begin by lying on your stomach and using a wristband… Read more »

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An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure!

The waters of our beautiful state and beyond our borders, belong to everyone. What that means is we are all responsible for creating healthy user habits when it comes to recreating. As with all accesses, there are numerous signs and informational posts regarding fish limits, “No Power Loading,” “Lake Stewards – Clean Waters Healthy Habitats,”… Read more »

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Legacy of the Lakes Museum

The Legacy of the Lakes Museum documents decades of this shared heritage and displays it for young and old; year-round resident or snow bird; environmentalists, fishers, or boaters. MLR staff had the pleasure of visiting the Museum in Alexandria this October. There are a lot of boats at this museum, but it is far more… Read more »

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Easy Energy Systems Offers Relief for our Lakes

Hello neighbors, If you’ve noticed murky water, algae blooms, or fewer fish in your lake or pond, you’re not alone. These issues are often caused by fertilizer runoff and low oxygen levels—but the good news is, we now have a natural, effective solution that starts right at our shorelines. Let’s dive into the plan to… Read more »

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