Have you wondered what some of the weeds are that you see?

Join us, along with experts on aquatic plants and habitat for a hands-on workshop to identify and answer questions about some of Lake Minnetonka's perplexing plants and weeds.

Thursday, August 17th

4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

4:30 p.m. boat departure (weather permitting)

Tonka Bay Marina

220 Tonka Bay Road

Tonka Bay, MN 55331

WORKSHOP SPACE IS CURRENTLY FULL

To be added to our waiting list:

Email your name, and address to: workshops@LMAssociation.org

(You will receive a confirmation email)

*Please note: this workshop is available for participants 16 years or older.

On August 5th, the Lake Minnetonka Association, along with others around the state, have partnered with the Minnesota Aquatic Invasive Species Research Center and community volunteers in a search of area lakes for Starry stonewart.

Starry stonewort is an invasive algae that was first found in Lake Koronis in 2015 and has since spread to nine Minnesota lakes. Early detection of this species is critical for control. By learning more about starry stonewort and other aquatic invasive species can truly make a difference in the health of area lakes. The information gained will help researchers and managers understand its current distribution and potentially take action if new infestations are found.

If you are interested in volunteering for this event, please join us at the Excelsior Commons on Saturday, August 5th at 8:30am.

For a full list of the sites and other FAQs, please visit www.StarryTrek.org

After Holiday Lake Clean-Up

The Lake Minnetonka Association, in partnership with Life’s a Beach Shoreline Services and Tonka Bay Marina went out for the annual July 5th - After Holiday Lake Clean-Up. The clean-up was focused in “Cruiser’s Cove” surrounding Big Island, in efforts to keep the area as trash free as possible.

Every July 4th, hundreds of boaters and fun seekers come to Big Island to drop anchor and revel with others to celebrate the July 4th holiday, leaving behind of broken bottles, beer cans, and other trash. Not only is the mess, but broken bottles and cans can cause serious cuts and pose a hazard to people wading or swimming in this popular spot.

Lake Minnetonka is a Minnesota treasure and is open for everyone to enjoy. The Lake Minnetonka Association encourages boaters to enjoy celebrations in and around the lake, but asks for your help to keep the lake clean and trash free. Garbage receptacles are available at all public accesses and marinas.

We want everyone to enjoy the lake; it is a spectacular resource, but we urge everyone to, please pack up your garbage and dispose of it properly.

Thank you to all that helped in this important effort!

We would like to thank all of you that came to the Meet & Greet Event and Annual Meeting, on Wednesday, June 14th at Lord Fletcher's!

It was a great event, and a wonderful way to kick off summer!.

Eric Evenson, our new Executive Director, along with the Lake Minnetonka leadership team was there to answer questions and discuss topics regarding the lake.

Also there, was special Guest Bob Gasch recalling the "glory days" of Lake Minnetonka, with a presentation including fascinating descriptions and stories about the boats and boaters from the early years on Lake Minnetonka.

Thank you for your support, and thank you for making this such a great event!