What is Happening-
Here you will find the latest news and information on upcoming meetings and events for Oliver Lake, Martin Lake, LaGrange County and the surrounding area.
Boat Lift Removal-a
October 4, 2009
Stan the boat lift man will be on the lake October 10th. Please call him at 260-316-3321 if you want to utilize his services.
Annual Goose Round-Up Details-
June 28, 2009
The tally for this round-up was 61 juveniles and 51 adults at a cost of $2,464. The difference in cost this year is attributed to being undercharged last year by $1,000. Many thanks go out to the people that helped with the round-up.
Olin, Oliver and Martin Lakes Diagnostic Study-
April 22, 2009 (update)
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Any board members, and lake or watershed residents may contact Senior Ecological Resource Specialist, Sara Peel at speel@jfnew.com to discuss the project and the progress. Learn more about JFNew by visiting their website.
The draft report on the Lakes Diagnostic Study is available for download on the Documents page. Please Note: The file is in PDF format and is approximately 9.0 MB. Those with dial up connections may experience significant download times.
View the latest map below from JFNew showing recommendations for Oliver Lake, Olin Lake and Martin Lake.
Picking Up Meth Lab Byproducts Warning-
April 3, 2009
Coming into contact with a meth dumpsite can cause serious injuries, as the items may be volatile if moved. Things to watch for include; propane tanks, bottles containing unknown liquids, bottles or jugs with tubing coming from the top, drain opener (contains lye), metal, gallon-sized cans, starting fluid cans. Funnels, coffee filters, zip-lock bags, batteries or battery casings, plastic containers, pieces of hose, cold pill boxes, matches. Any type of container that appears to have been used and may contain drain residue.
Police urge those who come across these items not to touch, shake, open or smell them. Step back to a safe distance and call 911. Meth-related tips can be called into the Indiana State Police Drug T.I.P. line at: 1-800-453-4756, or your local police or sheriff's department for assistance. Source: Tribune Staff Report
Annual Lakes Council Spring Seminar-
March 13, 2009
Saturday, May 16th is the annual spring seminar. The meeting will take place on Saturday, May 16 at Pine Knob park beginning at 10:00 a.m.
Members and friends were surveyed earlier this year and the following topics were most desired: weed control and safe removal of aquatic vegetation, Canada geese control methods, communicating with your lake residents, fundraising ideas for lake projects, qualifying for LARE grants, and pier rules and regulations.
Additional information for this event can be found on the LaGrange County Lakes Council website under the "coming events" section.
Aquatic Invasive Species-
October 19, 2008
An invasive aquatic species map is available to view. This diagram highlights areas were invasive aquatic species were found along Oliver, Martin, and Olin lakes. The graphics can be viewed in full by going to the Documents page and clicking the PDF file titled, "Oliver Lake Aquatic Study 2008."
Purple Loosestrife-
September 22, 2008
This aggressive plant has been located along the shores of Oliver Lake, Martin Lake, and Olin Lake. It is an aggressive invader, negatively affecting wetlands and the wildlife that inhabits them. It can rapidly degrade the quality of wetlands and even affect farmer's crops on drier land.
Find out how you can prevent the spread of Purple Loosestrife by reading this informative brochure, created by the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters, that is available for download on the Documents page.