Lake George Conservation Club

News of Lake George


ROADSIDE CLEANUP Saturday September 26,

Sunday, September 13, 2026

Saturday, September 26th is the last roadside cleanup for 2026. This is our opportunity to come together and serve our community. We are in need of volunteers and would love to see everyone there. As they say, many hands make light work. 

Details:
-Who: YOU and any family or friends 
-What: Annual Fall Roadside Clean-up of Lake George Blvd
-When: Saturday, September 26th at 9am 
-Where: Meet at Lake George Regional Park under the pavilion by the playground
-Why: For a good time, donuts, and to keep our beautiful lake and neighborhood clean

If you would like to reserve a section ahead of time please contact Liz Gerdin by email or text.
Email: gerdin.elizabeth@gmail.com
Text: 651-353-2394

Lastly, if anyone would like to provide coffee in the morning we would appreciate a volunteer for that as well.  

Thank you and see you on September 26th!

Highlights & New Leadership from the 17th Lake George Improvement District Annual Meeting

Monday, August 24, 2026

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Guardians of the Lake: Highlights & New Leadership from the 17th Lake George Improvement District Annual Meeting

Oak Grove Residents Approve 2027 Budget, Elect Officers, and Honor Long-Term Ecology Milestone

OAK GROVE, Minn. —  The Lake George Improvement District (LGID) officially held its 17th Annual Meeting on August 18 at Oak Grove City Hall. With 15 voting members in attendance, the meeting successfully brought together local residents alongside distinguished guests, including Oak Grove Mayor Weston Rolf, Anoka County Parks Planner Karen Blaska, and City Council Candidate Taylor Morse, to ratify essential community measures.

Guardians of the Lake: Celebrating Our History Outgoing Board


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Shoreline Improvement Grants - Available Now

Monday, August 17, 2026

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Aquatic plants in Lake George

Monday, August 17, 2026

MORE ON THE ABUNDANT PLANT LIFE IN LAKE GEORGE

In response to resident’s concern about the excessive aquatic plant growth, Jaiden Edwardson from Lake George Improvement District sent plant photos to the MN DNR for identification and analysis. The report from DNR is available under resources on the Lake George website.  DNR report

Here is more about the value and importance of aquatic plants 

Value of aquatic plants

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT LAKE GEORGE’S AQUATIC PLANTS, FISH AND TREATMENT

Jaiden Edwardson has also prepared an article identifying our most common plant life and fish. The file is posted under resources on the Lake George website.   Plant Life

LAKE GEORGE CONSERVATION CLUB MEETING

Thursday, August 13, 2026

Thursday, September 10, Refuge Golf Club on Sims Road

6 PM Social gathering and meal

7 PM Club meeting    ---   

Guest Speaker: JEFF PERRY, DIRECTOR OF ANOKA COUNTY PARKS

      Lake George Regional Park Improvement Plan

Jeff Perry oversees the whole Anoka County Park system which includes 11,500 acres of open spaces for recreation, 77 lakes, 17 parks and Bunker Beach Water Park.

Lake George Conservation Club Annual Picnic Recap

Friday, July 31, 2026

The Lake George Conservation Club held its annual picnic on Sunday, July 26, 2026, at Lake George Regional Park. Despite temperatures soaring above 90 degrees, approximately 50 members, neighbors, and guests attended.

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2026 LAKE GEORGE ANNUAL JULY 4TH BOAT PARADE WINNERS

Thursday, July 30, 2026

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Details of judging and announcement of the winning boats

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Why are there so many aquatic plants in Lake George ??

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

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Contributed by Juanita Reed-Boniface, Chair, Lake George Improvement District

Several residents have raised concern about the increased weed growth in the lake the last few weeks. I have shared these concerns with Jamie Schurbon, Water Specialist, Anoka County Conservation District  Here are his thoughts:


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Dick Werner Bench Dedication

Wednesday, June 3, 2026

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The Dick Werner bench in Ridge Park was dedicated on May 29. The photo above is Dick's family and the content of the tribute can be found in Resources. 
Or you can just click here: Tribute to Dick Werner

Respect the Loons - Keep your distance. It’s the law.

Friday, May 22, 2026

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How Far Away Are You Supposed To Stay From A Loon on a Minnesota Lake??

This Minnesota DNR says to stay back 200 feet! 

Avoid making a wake - a wake could drown the chicks. More about loons      And more about loons


Disposing your boat wrap

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

How are you suppose to dispose of your used boat wrap??    Click to find the answer: Boat wrap stewardship

NEXT MEETING 2026: Thursday, JUNE 11, 6PM

Thursday, May 7, 2026

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Next meeting of the Lake George Conservation Club.

Thursday, June 11, at 6PM 
Refuge Golf Course on Sims Road

6 pm Socializing and meal if desired
7 pm Club meeting
    Discussion of a new procedure for managing membership: online enrollment.
    Presentation: The American Revolution:  How pirates helped win our independence.