Pandorus Sphinx Moth. Photo taken July 11, 2020. Lake Manitou Many of us have had more time to spend at home or outside this spring and summer while trying to avoid Covid virus. I feel very fortunate and thankful that … Continue reading
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This season Lake Manitou has not yet had a full algae bloom with the exception of the Waugh channel area*, whereas in previous years we’ve had several blooms by now. This may change in August and September, in part due … Continue reading
For seven years we have invited carp archery sport fishing in the lake to control the carp population and we must to continue doing so as an over abundance of carp are detrimental to a balanced lake ecosystem. When the … Continue reading
Click the link below to view the latest communication to local and county officials concerning the Hardy Jennings Drain that flows into Lake Manitou via Waugh Channel Hardy Jennings Drain Update Hardy Jennings Website … Continue reading
Watercraft activity on Lake Manitou is increasing and expected to continue to do so for the next few years. With the increased activity comes larger and more frequent waves. If you have a shoreline without adequate hardening you are likely … Continue reading
Private lakes including Lake Manitou require adherence to all Michigan State Laws regarding watercraft Blue colored geese mark shallows or hazards to boat propsBuoys in the passage between the east and west sides of the lake are a reminder to … Continue reading