Monthly Archives: March 2020
2020 Membership Renewal
We have 214 members that have not renewed for 2020. We would appreciate it if you’d take the time now to renew for 2020 by visiting www.VermilionLakeAssociation.org/renew. PayPal & major credit cards accepted. To update your membership records during the year, please contact Sheri Sawatzky. . .
Read more »A Reminder to Protect Lake Vermilion
As you approach Cook MN on Hwy 53, you can’t miss this reminder that a clean boat protects all lakes from aquatic invasive species (AIS). Let’s all do our part statewide as responsible anglers and recreational boaters. Additional information about Vermilion’s AIS program can be. . .
Read more »Help Protect Lake Vermilion by Using Amazon Smile
The Vermilion Lake Association is a 501(c)(3) non-profit working daily to protect and improve Lake Vermilion. Our 2500 members, hundreds of volunteers and numerous partner organizations ask your help. When you shop at Amazon, simply go to their website Smile.Amazon.com rather than Amazon.com. Everything else. . .
Read more »VLA Volunteer Opportunity
Throwing a rake can be loads of FUN….and helps protect Lake Vermilion. AIS Sentries are needed on both East and West ends. Sentry’s are trained in Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) identification, then working with our Sentry Leader, monitor specified boat launches 3-4 times per season,. . .
Read more »Looking for a Summer Job at Lake Vermilion or Area Lakes?
The North St. Louis Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) through Always There Staffing is currently seeking aquatic invasive species (AIS) watercraft inspectors to work at public access sites throughout Northern St. Louis County throughout the 2020 boating season. Locations include: Lake Vermilion, Bear Island. . .
Read more »Lake Vermilion AIS Prevention Activities Underway
St Louis County Commissioners have approved a $62,537 grant to the Vermilion Lake Association (VLA) to support aquatic invasive species (AIS) prevention at Lake Vermilion during 2020. The prevention program includes 6 projects, with special emphasis on watercraft inspections and on early detection of new. . .
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