Bits & Pieces from around the lake

2019 PHOTO CONTEST

Calling all photographers!

LLPOA is challenging each and everyone of us who snaps a photo, whether it be with a 35MM camera or an iPhone, to submit their best wildlife or scenic photos taken on Lone Lake by email (JPG format, please) to lonelakepoa@gmail.com. Enter before July 13. Prizes will be awarded for the top three photos at the LLPOA Annual Meeting on July 20th.


AIS Inspectors on duty from Fishing Opener ’til Labor Day Weekend

Dick Preiner and family members (Lot 90) launched his pontoon over Memorial Day Weekend. Our weekend’s AIS Inspector (in yellow) said most of the Memorial Weekend inspections were of boats that are permanently on Lone Lake, typically not an AIS thre…

Dick Preiner and family members (Lot 90) launched his pontoon over Memorial Day Weekend. Our weekend’s AIS Inspector (in yellow) said most of the Memorial Weekend inspections were of boats that are permanently on Lone Lake, typically not an AIS threat.


Question: Does LLPOA pay to trap beaver on lakeshore properties?

Answer: Trapping beaver on private properties is the homeowner’s responsibility. LLPOA covers beaver removal expenses to keep the water egress channel and culvert open.


AITKIN RIVERS AND LAKES FAIR

Saturday, June 15. From 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Rippleside Elementary School, 225 2nd Ave. SW, Aitkin. Featuring U of M Raptor Center, Lake Superior Zoomobile, Lead-free tackle exchange, Bluebird and Bat house-building, and more. LLPOA is an event sponsor. It’s free.


LONE LAKE TRIATHLON

Thursday, July 4. Starts at 8:30 a.m. at the public beach. Teams and single competitors. Swim, bike and run. Have fun! No pre-registration.


INDEPENDENCE DAY BOAT PARADE

Thursday, July 4. Noon. Boaters meet at the boat access area at noon. Decorate! Be sure to put your lot number on your dock or boat.