Fall - Gull Chain of Lakes Association

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Nisswa, Minnesota 56468
Photo by Kevin Hayford, Lake Margaret

CO-PRESIDENT
Marvin­Meyer - Gull, Wilson Bay
828-9577; mpatmeyer@msn.com
CO-PRESIDENT
John­Taylor – Gull, East Side
963-2229; taylorjc@uslink.net
ExECuTIvE­SECRETARY/TREASuRER
Rosemary­Goff - Margaret
963-3542; togo@nisswa.net
SAFETY­&­RECREATION
John­Taylor – Gull, East Side
218-963-2229, taylorjc@uslink.net
Bob­Toborg – Margaret
219-963-3542, togo@nisswa.net
ENvIRONMENTAL­ACTION­
Robert­Eliason­–­Bass Lake
568-7868; reliason@tds.net
Ike­Halliwill,­Gull
218-825-9571; halliwillongull@yahoo.com
Steve­Allex,­Gull
218-829-2612;­savesta@msn.com
Jay­Chaney,­Gull­
218-963-7700;­jay@boatsandbeyondrentals.com
Ron­Faust, Gull
218-961-1617; ronfaust@mac.com
Arla­Johnson,­Gull­­
218-963-7954;­arlajjohnson@msn.com
Rob­Johnson,­Gull­
218-820-2431;­robj@brainerd.net
Don­Samuelson,­Gull­
218-829-4898;­donsam@brainerd.net
Ken­Stover,­Gull
218-838-7475;­kts@nisswa.net
Elsie­Zapffe-verdeja,­Gull­
218-963-2218; ezapffeverdeja@gmail.com
ADvISORY­MEMBERS
Tim­Brastrup,­Retired­DNR­Fisheries
218-829-3420;­tkjm49@msn.com
MaryKay­Larson – US Army Corps of Engineers
Manager, Gull Lake Dam Recreation Area
218-829-2797, MaryKay.L.Larson@usace.army.mil
WEBSITE­MANAGER
Dave­Anderson,­Bass
218-963-3121, l-s-i@q.com
WEBSITE:
gullchainoflakesassociation.org
gcola.org
PRESIDENT’S­MESSAGE
John Taylor, Co-President
As we turn yet another page on the calendar and approach Winter
2011-2012, I stop and reflect on all that has occurred over the past
year. While weather always becomes a popular topic of conversation,
I take a different approach as I write my column and ponder the
opportunities and challenges that have presented themselves over
the last 12 months.
First, and foremost, I want to thank those who responded to the
Association’s recent call for donations to help offset the cost of
operating our hot water decontamination unit at the Hole in the Day
access. GCOLA raised close to $50,000 which helped fund the cost of
maintenance and staffing of the boat washing system.
Not much was done by way of improvements or replacements to
buoys this year since our focus was on implementing and operating
the boat wash system. Thank you to Lost Lake Lodge for allowing us
to store our buoys once again. We appreciate your continued support.
Much like death and taxes, one inevitable topic I must address is the
existence and spread of Zebra mussels in the Gull Chain of Lakes.
As docks, boat lifts and buoys have been removed throughout the
fall months, a staggering number of Zebra mussels were reportedly
found. While all occurrences have been reported south of Bar Harbor,
these nuisance creatures are slowly moving up the channel, and it’s
only a matter of time before they are found in other areas of the
Chain.
While we know we can’t do anything to completely rid the Gull
Chain from infestation, we are working to do what we can to avoid
the introduction of additional forms of Aquatic Invasive Species over
time. Board member Charles McQuinn, who was sadly killed in a car
crash in September, had been researching various ways to kill off
Zebra mussels and other AIS. With his passing, we look to others to
join us and help find a way to stop the spread of the things that could,
ultimately, kill our lakes.
In addition to the hot water decontamination unit at Hole in the Day,
we may have another hot water unit at the Gull Lake Dam site due
to a partnership with the Corp of Engineers. We also want to
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LAKES­PRINTING­CONFIDENTIALITY­POLICY
Lakes Printing in Brainerd is the only business that is allowed access to our Association
member list and only for the purpose of mailing our newsletter. They have issued the
following confidentiality policy.
We have a strict policy of confidentiality. We will not sell, trade, swap or in any other
way use your list for anything except mailing your newsletter. We understand fully that
you are the owner of the list and we simply have an electronic copy on our system for
your use. This policy is not just for the Gull Chain of Lakes Association, it is applied to
all customers.
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PRESIDENT’S­MESSAGE
John Taylor
purchase a unit for use at the public landing near
Zorbaz to have three public landings covered. In
order to do this, we have to raise between $250,000
and $300,000 April 2012. So when renewing your
membership this year, please make a contribution for
what may be the survival of the lake we love as we
know it, and consider at least $1,000 above your
dues.
Friends at the Department of Natural Resources have
said they’re under growing pressure to come up with
stronger enforcement regarding the spread of AIS on
boats coming and going from Minnesota lakes. I
would encourage individuals to contact their
legislators to enact even stricter laws to combat this
spread, and to get serious about this issue that is
impacting the entire State of Minnesota.
Recently, the GCOLA Board visited with
representatives of the Initiative Foundation
regarding the establishment of an endowment, with
a match of up to $50,000. Obviously, this is something
that will take all of us to make a reality and really
could help in the preservation of the Gull Chain of
Lakes. I encourage you to stay tuned for additional
details and how you can make this happen.
Today, the Gull Chain of Lakes Association sits at
about 800 members. All of us know that this is only
a fraction of those who live on, near or utilize the
Gull Chain. The bottom line is we are still working
to reach a much higher goal of membership and of
giving. In order to do more, it’s going to take more.
We’d like everyone to ask at least two neighbors or
friends, who aren’t already members, to join the
Association.
As always, if you have any questions or concerns, I
encourage you to call or email any of our Board
members. Or, better yet, plan to attend a Board
meeting. We’d love to add to the group and are
always interested in feedback on what we’re doing
or could be doing better.
The forecast is for a wetter and colder winter than
usual, so enjoy the upcoming winter wonderland!
SAVE THE DATE
The Gull Chain of Lakes Association will be holding a dinner/silent
auction fundraiser on Monday, July 30, 2012 at Grandview Lodge.
If you have items to donate for the silent auction, call Rosemary at
218-963-3542 or togo@nisswa.net. More information to follow later.
Hope to see many of you there!
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LAND­AND­WATER­TOuR­WINS­AWARD
The Brainerd Area Environmental Learning Network
has announced the recipients of their 2011-2012 Lake-
Friendly Development Awards. These awards honor
good examples of people trying to develop their land
with a healthy respect for the environment. They
recognize projects in 3 categories: lakescaping, lakefriendly
protection strategy and lake stewardship.
This year, the 2011 Land and Water Tour has been
chosen as an award recipient for planning and hosting
the tour in the Lake Margaret watershed. The tour
was a cooperative effort between the Leader Lions
Club and the Lake Margaret Stakeholders Committee.
The purpose of the tour was to provide an educational
and fun opportunity to see how ranchers, farmers and
lake shore property owners are changing practices in
order to improve water quality in the watershed and
the Gull chain of lakes. Participants were taken by bus
to observe agricultural property on Home Brook and
Stoney Brook, where land owners are using various
methods to reduce sediment that travels into the chain
of lakes. After lunch at Bar Harbor from foods raised
locally, pontoon boats transported attendees to several
properties on Lake Margaret and heard presentations
about restoring natural habitat.
The award ceremony took place Oct. 20, with guest
speaker Darby Nelson, author of “For Love of Lakes”.
BAELN is a collaborative effort of: Central Lakes
College, Crow Wing County Soil and Water
Conservation District, Envision Minnesota, Initiative
Foundation, MN Department of Natural Resources,
MN Department of Transportation, MN Pollution
Control Agency, Minnesota Waters, The Nature
Conservancy, and University of Minnesota Extension.
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PREPARING­SEASONAL­SEPTIC­SYSTEMS­AND­CABINS­FOR­WINTER
Closing a septic system for the winter is a vital task
for seasonal homeowners to prolong the life of the
system and to keep it operating at peak performance.
Precautions taken in the fall can help prevent a
frozen system.
Winterizing­the­Pipes­in­the­Cabin
- Do not add automotive antifreeze, salts or any
other additives to your plumbing.
- If you leave the water on for the winter, be very
sure there are no leaks or drips. This constant, low
flow
of water can cause septic system freezing. This is
common with high efficiency furnaces.
- Even if the heat is left on, it is a good idea to drain
water supply lines. Shut off the water where it enters
the house and drain all lines. Drain the pump and
then run a couple of seconds to be sure all water is
out of the lines. Drain the system by opening all the
faucets, leave faucets open. Completely drain the
pressure tank. Flush toilets and add RV antifreeze to
the tanks at the recommended dilution ratio. Check
flexible hoses in sinks and bathtubs to be sure they
are drained completely. Remove and drain inlet
hoses for the dishwasher and clothes washer. Clear
the water valve by starting the machine for a few seconds,
then drain the tub. Remove the drain hoses,
drain completely. Disconnect the electrical supply to
the pump, water heater, softener, washer and dishwasher.
Drain the water heater and water softener
with a hose after the power is disconnected. RV
antifreeze can be added to traps in the sink, bathtub
and shower drains, washtubs, floor drains and sump
pumps. In the spring, re-connect all hoses and flush
the lines out before using again.
- For those using the cabin periodically throughout
the winter, set the thermostat to 50 degrees and open
the doors of cabinets that have pipes in them so heat
can get in. Pipes can also be insulated, or wrapped
with heat tape.
Furnace
If you have a high efficiency furnace that is left on for
the winter, be sure there is no water drip into your
system. Freezing can result. Re-route the drip water
to a floor drain, bucket or other source that does not
enter the septic system at all, or enters in larger
amounts. This water does not harm the septic system,
but entering in very small amounts causes a
trickle of water, which can freeze more easily. If shutting
off the furnace, drain all water from forced hot
water and steam systems unless the system contains
antifreeze. If that is the case, call a plumber for assistance.
If leaving the furnace on, it is a wise idea to
conserve energy by installing a low-heat thermostat
that will maintain the cabin at 40 degrees.
Septic­System­Maintenance
- Consider pumping the tank if closing the cabin for
the winter, or if it will only be used a few times during
the winter. If you live in an area with a high
water table, you should only pump out the tank if the
tank was designed for high water table conditions. If
a tank is left full but the system is not used for the
winter months, the sewage will get very cold, and
can even freeze. If the cabin is opened before temperatures
in the soil start to rise, the effluent leaving the
tank will be cold, which is not desirable in the soil
treatment area.
- To help prevent septic systems from freezing,
spread a layer of straw or leaves over the system to
provide insulation.
- Do not plow snow off the area or store plowed
snow over the drainfield.
Sealing­Windows­and­Air­Leaks
Going through the cabin and sealing windows and
air leaks will help conserve energy and save dollars
for those who heat a cabin year-round. While you
check for air leaks you may also want to have some
steel wool on hand to plug any holes large enough to
invite critters into the cabin while you are away.
Mothballs or dryer sheets around the cabin also keep
unwanted pests out.
Sources: University of Wisconsin Extension; MN
Pollution Control Agency
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FuNDS­AvAILABLE­FOR­LOW­INTEREST­SEPTIC­LOANS
The Agricultural Best Management Practices Loan
Program (AgBMP) under Minnesota Department of
Agriculture has funds available to help finance the
repair or replacement of septic systems. The AgBMP
Loan Program oversees the program, but local county
governments and lenders work with landowners to
review their projects and issue the loans. In the area
surrounding Gull Lake, the Cass County
Environmental Services Department administers the
program.
The purpose of the program is to provide low interest
loans for projects that improve or protect water
quality. The program offers loans at 3% interest for
up to $100,000 to commercial and residential rural
landowners, farmers, and agriculture supply
businesses. Septic systems represent the most
frequent activity funded, while loans for farm
practices utilize the greatest amount of funds. To date,
the program has issued over 5,000 septic system loans
across the State. In Cass County there have been 45
septic system loans issued totaling $236,000.
Statewide, more than 10,000 loans have been financed.
Non-compliant and failing septic systems can be a
major source of pollution in lakeshore communities.
If a system is not functioning properly, the levels of
pollution leaving the system can easily pollute nearby
lakes and streams. Incomplete treatment can result in
increased algae, reduced water clarity, changes in fish
populations, and increased health risks for human
diseases.
The AgBMP Loan Program may offer loans for any of
the follow types of septic projects:
• Repair or replacement of failing or non-compliant
systems
• Relocation of systems that are too close to waters,
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• Connection to central sewer or community system
and abandonment of the old onsite system
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HEALTHY­LAKES­LEGISLATIvE­FORuM
Several board members attended the Healthy Lakes
Legislative Forum held on September 24 at the
Northern Lights Conference center in Walker. Six
speakers addressed an audience of about 200,
including legislators, sounding warnings about the
spread of lake-threatening invasive species such as
zebra mussels which now infest 59 Minnesota lakes,
including Gull Lake. Eurasian milfoil also has spread
alarmingly through state waterways.
Joe Schneider of the Lake Action Alliance, who lives
on Christmas Lake near Minneapolis, called for
“strategy changes” at DNR for combating invasive
species. Steps must be taken, he said, to include interlake
boat monitoring and checking mandated by law
that would restrict “unfettered access” to Minnesota
lakes, to halt the march of invasive species. He called
for stronger DNR efforts to curb aquatic invasive
species.
Don Samuelson, a Gull Chain of Lakes board member,
talked about our efforts to halt invasive species
through mobile hot-water boat washing units.
Samuelson provided some cost figures and pointed
out that boat washing is completely voluntary on the
part of the watercraft owner making participation
somewhat disappointing.
Other speakers touched on the status of shoreland
rules, the buildup of phosphorous in the Whitefish
Chain and land use management requirements to
address the issue, research on methods to stop zebra
mussels, Kimball Lake’s ongoing battle with milfoil
and their establishment of a Lakes Improvement
District to fund the cost of treatment and the
successful efforts of the Brainerd Lakes Aquatic
Invasive Species Task Force in working with local lake
professionals.
The goal of the forum was to provide legislators with
examples of the effective, citizen-led lake/stream
protection efforts and how legislators can support
those efforts by further strengthening laws to combat
invasive species. The Association of Cass County
Lakes (ACCL), a coalition of 38 area lake associations,
promoted the event locally.
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WE­NEED­YOuR­HELP
Rob Johnson, Board Member
If you are receiving this newsletter, more than likely
you are already a member of the Gull Chain of Lakes
Association. And, for that, we thank you!
Membership and the, subsequent, paying of dues is
what we depend on to make this Association work
for all of us – to keep our chain of lakes healthy and
clean for generations to come.
Unfortunately, over the last couple of years, Zebra
mussels have become a household name and our
Association has kicked into high gear to keep their
spread to a minimum. We’ve also begun taking a serious
look at what we can do to prevent the infestation
of other Aquatic Invasive Species from invading our
waters. But this task doesn’t rest with the GCOLA
Board alone. In fact, we’re fighting a losing battle
unless we can get more people involved.
In the month of September, our Board grieved the
loss of two incredibly instrumental Board and
Association members. Long time Board member
Dore Mesch passed away at the age of 90. Dore
devoted much of his life to the preservation of the
Gull Chain of Lakes and took great pride in the leadership
he provided to the Board. Also in September,
Board member and tireless community activist,
Charles McQuinn, died tragically in a car crash. We
mourn the loss of these two leaders who truly saw
the importance in protecting our lakes now and into
the future.
At a crossroads, we need more people to step up to
the call and take the lead in ensuring Aquatic
Invasive Species and other means of pollution and
destruction don’t ruin our natural resources. We are
asking you to help us to help preserve and protect
our lakes, our homes and our future. Encourage
those you know to become members and make a
donation to assist in our efforts. Consider, yourself,
becoming more active in the Association by attending
Board meetings and volunteering in various
efforts.
The time has never been better and the urgency never
greater than now. If we work together, banding time,
talent and treasure, we can truly make a difference
for generations to come.
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BuCKTHORN:­­INvADING­FROM­THE­REAR
Ron Faust, Board member
As lake residents watch aquatic invasive species
trying to gain access to our lakes, another invader is
attacking from behind. Buckthorn has been found in
our forests. One tree was found in the yard of a home
very close to City Hall last fall. This invader has
marched up from the south. Dense stands have taken
over wooded areas in southeast Minnesota and
wooded neighborhoods in the Twin Cities. Further
south, buckthorn growth can be seen for miles along
I-55 from Memphis to New Orleans.
Luckily, buckthorn is
not hard to recognize
because the leaves
stay green for weeks
after all the native
trees and bushes have
shed their leaves in
October and
November. Larger
plants have black berries that cause them to be
confused with chokecherry. Chokecherry has a single
pit however, while buckthorn’s 1/4 th inch berries
have 3 or 4 seeds.
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Brought to America
in the mid 1880’s, this
European invader
was often sold by
nurseries because it
could form a nice
dense hedge very
quickly. Herein lies
the problem; it
spreads through its roots and dropped seeds,
sprouting up shoots that grow into a thicket. Birds
also spread the tree long distances when they eat the
berries in the fall; saplings have been found in burn
areas all the way to the Canadian border. Buckthorn
trees can grow over twenty feet and as it spreads,
native species are crowded out and native plants and
trees are unable to repopulate. Habitat is lost and the
land has less erosion protection.
The good news for this area is that it is not too hard to
take out a single sapling or tree when it is the first
invader in your neighborhood. Pulling out a sapling
and its roots is effective; larger trees can be cut as long
as the stump is treated with an herbicide such as
Brush-B-Gone (Tryclopyr) or Roundup (Glyphosate).
Once the invader has become established, it is very
hard to eliminate. If the brush is merely cut away, it
comes up from the roots even thicker and faster the
following year. More information can be found on the
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WE­REMEMBER...
DORE­MESCH
One of our long time board members
died this past month. Dore
Mesch served on the Gull Chain of
Lakes Board from 1986 to 2008. He
was President from 1996-98. Dore’s
interest in environmental issues was
instrumental in his 15 years of service
as a volunteer on the Cass
County Board of Adjustment which
oversees conditional use permits, variances and environmental
assessments. He was chair of the board
part of that time. In addition, for many years Dore
also volunteered as a Sunday morning usher at St.
Christopher’s Church in Nisswa.
Dore was a U.S. Army veteran, an inspector for the
Federal Housing Administration and lived on Upper
Gull for many years. He was preceded in death by
his wife, Dorothy. Dore was 90 years old and is
buried in Waterloo, Iowa. His smile and outgoing
friendliness is missed by many of us.
CHARLES­MCQuINN
Long time Gull Chain of Lakes
Association Board Member and
community activist, Charles
McQuinn, died on September 23,
2011. McQuinn, 41, was killed in a
one-vehicle crash in Aitkin County.
Co-Chair John Taylor commented that “Charles was a
longtime personal friend who had a great love for
Gull Lake. He was someone you could depend on to
get things done and willing to think out of the box in
finding ways to address problems affecting the lake.
He is truly missed by many.”
Though a native of the Twin Cities,
McQuinn loved the Brainerd Lakes
Area and devoted much of his time to causes near and
dear to his heart including Ski Gull, the Gull Lake
Yacht Club, Brainerd Family YMCA, Discovery
Woods Montessori School and the Gull Chain of Lakes
Association, where he had served on the Board since
2002. He was on the Environmental Committee and
headed up an annual Eurasian milfoil search in the
fall. As of most recent, McQuinn was very active in
the Association’s fight against Aquatic Invasive
Species and was researching alternative methods to
killing Zebra Mussels.
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SHORELINE­RESTORATION
Ron Faust, Board Member
Speaking in Baxter at the Lake Friendly Award
Ceremony on October 20, Darby Nelson, author of
“For Love of Lakes,” cited shoreline restoration as
the single most important thing that can be done to
improve water quality and habitat in our lakes.
GCOLA has been very active toward this end in 2011.
Several members rolled their sleeves up to plant hundreds
of native species nursery plants in the big project
on Stony Brook in Fritz Love Park.
On July 11 we worked with the Leader Lions and others
to put on the 2011 Land and Water Tour. These
tours gather farmers from the watershed with those
of us living near the lakes to share our common interests
in improving water quality. We visited two
farms to see modern techniques that protect water
quality in streams while still enhancing ranching in
the surrounding pastures. After lunch a small flotilla
of pontoon boats was boarded to show the farmers
five shoreline restoration projects on Lake Margaret.
On August 9, we led a GCOLA sponsored land-based
shoreline restoration tour. In addition to my shore on
Gull, we saw Rosemary Goff and Bob Toborg’s shore
on Lake Margaret and that of Deb Roberts on Nisswa
Lake. The tour ended at the shoreline on Stony Brook
in Fritz Loven Park, where a large project was initiated
earlier in the summer.
A member of the Green Lake Condominiums consulted
us about problems on a narrow peninsula
where large areas of shore were being lost to erosion
caused by muskrats and wave action. Biologs were
installed this fall. This group had already done a
large shoreline project which converted their beach
on Gull to native vegetation.
I was invited to visit a couple living in a very old,
untouched site on Lower Cullen Lake and took photos
and connected them with the shoreline specialists
from Crow Wing County and the DNR.
A large, natural cave-in was discovered on Gull in
Lake Shore. Although Mother Nature will have to fix
that one, an abundance of wild plants were noted in
the lots above the bluff and we are working with the
landowner on ways to protect that undisturbed land.
Members of Sherwood Forest condominiums have
contacted us and shoreline problems on both their
Margaret and Gull sides have been identified. We are
working together with DNR and Cass County shoreline
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FALL­TuRNOvER­IN­OuR­LAKES
Moriya Rufer, Lakes Monitoring Coordinator, RMB Environmental Labs
The temperature has cooled lately and the wind has
picked up. These are the ingredients needed for fall
turnover in our lakes. A couple months ago (July 29,
DL Tribune) I wrote about how the lakes separated
into layers in the summer, which is called stratification.
To recap, the layering of lakes has to do with the
relationship between water density and temperature.
Water is most dense at 39 Fahrenheit (4 degrees
Celsius), and as water warms or cools from that mark
it gets less dense. This has implications for a lake's
structure because the denser water is heavier and
will be at the bottom of a lake while the less dense
water is lighter and will generally be at the top of the
lake. nnesota, the sun heats the top layer of a lake
(called the epilimnion) which causes it to become less
dense. The bottom layer of the lake (called the
hypolimnion) does not receive sunlight and therefore
remains cold. Since the top layer of the lake is less
dense, it floats on top of the bottom layer and the two
do not mix. The metalimnion is the middle layer of
water. The metalimnion also encompasses the thermocline,
the area of the most drastic change in water
temperature.
In the fall in Minnesota, the sunlight is not as strong
and the nights become cooler. This change in season
allows the top layer of the lake to cool off. As the
water cools, the density difference between the top
layer of the lake and bottom layer is not as great.
Wind can then mix the layers. Eventually the top
layer fades and mixes with the middle layer. The
thermocline sinks in the water column as the heavier
upper water layer forces it deeper. Soon, though, the
temperature in this mixed upper layer equals that of
the bottom layer; wind easily mixes the entire water
column because similar temperature and density
exist throughout. This mixing allows oxygen and
nutrients to be distributed across the whole water
column again, and is called fall turnover.
The timing and duration of fall turnover depends on
the size and depth of the lake. Sometimes it can occur
in a couple days and sometime it takes a week or
more. The deeper the lake, the longer the water column
takes to become uniform in temperature since
the bottom stays cooler. Most lakes in Minnesota that
are deeper than about 20 feet turnover in early to mid
October.
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FALL­TuRNOvER­IN­OuR­LAKES
Moriya Rufer, Lakes Monitoring Coordinator, RMB Environmental Labs
You can track fall turnover in an individual lake a
couple different ways. The easiest way is with a
Secchi disk and a water thermometer. A Secchi disk
measures water clarity. During fall turnover, the clarity
of a lake usually decreases because mixing brings
up nutrient rich water from the bottom of the lake
and causes the lake to look cloudy. Sometimes there
is even a distinct smell as decomposing plants, algae
and other matter surfaces. Then, when turnover is
complete, the clarity increases dramatically. If you
take Secchi disk readings and surface water temperature
readings every day or every other day in late
September and early October, you can track fall
turnover. Once the surface is 39 degrees F and the
water clarity is deeper than it's been all summer, you
will know that turnover is complete. to track fall
turnover and the sinking of the thermocline is to take
the temperature at 2-foot intervals from the surface of
the lake to the bottom. You can tie a rope to a thermometer
and mark 2-foot intervals on the rope. If
you graph a line of temperature versus depth in the
lake, you can see how the lake cools off and becomes
uniform in temperature after turnover.
Some people report that fishing is not as good during
fall turnover. The main reason fishing is harder is
because the fish move and are more dispersed. In the
summer, walleyes school in high oxygenated holes
and structures. When the lake mixes, the oxygen levels
become uniform throughout the lake so fish can
roam anywhere. For information on how to fish during
fall turnover, visit:
http://fishingminnesota.com/fishinfo343.html.
Most lakes in northern Minnesota are considered
dimictic, meaning they mix twice a year - spring and
fall. Shallow lakes, less than 15-20 feet, behave differently
and can mix more often throughout the summer.
Enjoy the lakes!
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The­BAELN­2011-2012­Season­Let’s­Talk­about­It­is­pleased­to­present…
THE­CLEAN­WATER,­LAND­AND­LEGACY­AMENDMENT:­WHERE­IS­THE­MONEY­GOING?
Thursday,­November­17,­2011,­from­3:00-4:30­p.m.­Free.­All­are­invited.
Held­at­the­MN­Pollution­Control­Agency,­7678­College­Road,­Suite­105,­Baxter/Brainerd
Speaker:­Jeff­Hrubes,­Clean­Water­Specialist,­MN­Board­of­Water­and­Soil­Resources
Come explore the Who, What, and Where of the Legacy Amendment. Find out how the Legacy funds are
being distributed and learn about local projects that have been completed. Discover how the Clean Water
funds differ from the Outdoor Heritage funds. Through discussion groups, provide your input on future
legacy projects in the Brainerd Lakes Area and discuss your thoughts on the Amendment. We’ll see you
there!
If you have questions concerning this presentation, please contact Melissa Barrick at
melissa.barrick@co.crow-wing.mn.us or 218-828-6197.
The Brainerd Area Environmental Learning Network (BAELN), now in its ninth season, offers environmental
professionals and community members free professional development and timely information on environmental
and sustainability issues. This season’s theme Let’s Talk about It moves us, when possible, to have
discussion after the speaker’s presentation to probe even deeper into the topic.
BAELN events are held the third Thursday of the month from 3:00-4:30 p.m. Most events include a 30-40
minute presentation, followed by questions and discussion with opportunities for networking and refreshments.
The events are free and all environmental professionals and interested community members are
invited to join in.
BAELN events 2011-2012 (subject to change)
• October 20: The Ninth Annual Lake-Friendly
Development Awards
• November 17: The Clean Water, Land and Legacy
Amendment: Where is the money going?
• December 15: How to Recognize Good when you
see it – evaluation
• January 19: Prairie Recovery Project, a conservation
model for sustainable protection
• February 16: Creating Partnerships while establishing
a community garden
• March 15: Citizen’s Guide to thoughtful action –
climate change
• April 19: Reaching People through stories and
words
• May 17: A Plan for regional sustainability
• June 16: Emerging Trends in aquatic invasive
species management
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LAKE­SERvICE­PROvIDER­TRAINING­NOW­MANDATORY
As part of the Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) legislation passed by the Minnesota Legislature in 2011, lake
service providers are now required to receive training and obtain a permit from the DNR. Any individual
or business hired to install or remove water-related equipment or structures from waters of the state are
required to get the permit which will cost $50 and will be valid for three years.
In order to get a permit these businesses must attend aquatic invasive species training and pass an examination
on the information that they learned during the trainings. (Lake service providers who attended the 2011
trainings provided by Minnesota Waters and the DNR will not have to go through the training but will have to pass a
test which can be taken online.) Those attending these trainings will receive information on regional AIS infestations,
current regulations that apply to moving boats, docks, lifts and equipment, best strategies to remove
and prevent spreading AIS while doing business, and how to work with the DNR, regional lake associations
and Minnesota Waters to prevent the spread of AIS.
Minnesota Waters is currently planning training sessions for this winter and spring of 2012. Dates have yet
to be set. The online test will be available sometime after the first of the year. Providers who went through
the 2011 training will be notified when the test is available.
To see all the businesses that have become a certified Lake Service Professional, look at the Minnesota Waters
website at: http://www.minnesotawaters.org/content/aquatic-invasive-species-training.
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MINNESOTA­WATERS­2.0­ACQuATIC­INvASIvE­SPECIES­(AIS)­
PREvENTION­POSITION­AND­2012­WORK­PLAN
Minnesota Waters is the statewide advocacy organization for issues concerning lakes and rivers. In 2009, the
Minnesota Waters Board of Directors created an AIS Task Team to develop recommendations for an effective
AIS prevention system across Minnesota. In response to a groundswell of support for strong AIS prevention
advocacy and actions, they recently outlined key statewide strategies needed for an effective AIS prevention
system across Minnesota. The position statement explains that Minnesota Waters believes:
• Every watercraft and piece of equipment leaving a known infested water body
must be decontaminated.
• Every out-of-state watercraft entering Minnesota should be decontaminated
before launching on any Minnesota lake or stream.
• AIS enforcement is a critical element of the AIS protection system and must be expanded.
• AIS inspections must be expanded.
• A sustainable, adequate funding source must be created to support statewide AIS prevention.
• The above programs must be private enterprise-friendly and state endorsed.
To find Minnesota Waters AIS position statement, and 2012 work plan, go to www.minnesotawaters.org.
For comments or questions, you can call 800-515-5253. or e-mail: info@nminnesotawaters.org.
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OuR­GuLL­LAKE­LEGACY
GCOLA­forms­Endowment­Fund­with­Initiative­Foundation
At its October meeting, the Gull Chain of Lakes
Association (GCOLA) board moved to preserve the
long-term future of the lakes by establishing an
endowment with the Initiative Foundation. As part
of the agreement, the foundation will match the first
$50,000 in gifts to the endowment.
An endowment is a charitable investment account in
which the principal gradually grows but is never
spent. Annual earnings will provide ongoing
financial support for lake and shoreline preservation,
offering GCOLA a permanent funding stream to
address future needs and opportunities.
“What an opportunity for GCOLA, but more
important for all those who enjoy the beautiful waters
of our lakes. This challenge when achieved will assist
in a significant way in protecting and enhancing this
great resource”, commented Marv Meyer, Board Cochair.
The GCOLA board chose the Initiative Foundation
due to its expertise in water preservation issues, its
ability to develop large funds from the ground level,
and its experience in accepting non-cash gifts. Gifts
of stock, life insurance, real estate, trusts, and bequests
can have significant tax advantages over writing a
check.
Next steps for the board include engaging volunteers
to determine future priorities, developing a marketing
and fundraising plan, and offering area residents the
opportunity to leave a legacy for the Gull Chain of
Lakes.
“We are very proud to work with GCOLA to preserve
the future of one of Minnesota’s best known and loved
waters,” said Matt Kilian, Initiative Foundation vice
president for external relations. “Together, we are
excited to meet with any family or business to
discover the best ways to reach this important goal.”
Established in 1986, the Initiative Foundation works
to build a thriving economy and thriving
communities in central Minnesota. The foundation
hosts a variety of charitable funds for families,
businesses, communities and lake associations.
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GuLL­LAKE­PROFILES­– MADDENS­ON­GuLL
This is an ongoing column focusing on local businesses and community leaders in the Gull Chain of Lakes area.
Peninsula of Gull Lake.
Vacationers started
traveling to
Minnesota’s Lake
Country back at the
turn-of-the-20thcentury
even though
the trek was arduous
via train and horsedrawn
livery. But
they were drawn to
the picturesque,
unspoiled beauty of
the area, including
the stunningly
beautiful Pine Beach
From that basic yearning to get in touch with the
natural splendor of the area eventually would come
what is known today as Madden’s on Gull Lake,
Minnesota’s ‘classic’ resort.
It all began back in 1909 when entrepreneur T.H.
Harrison made plans to build a resort at that spot.
Eventually, his son, John, and a partner, Chester Start,
built a golf course and then a hotel. Prospects looked
rosy; visitors had started traveling by motorcar to Gull
Lake.
But when 1929 arrived, the project faced financial
doom when the stock market crashed and the Great
Depression began. By 1932, Harrison and Start were in
deep financial trouble and leased out the golf course
to Jack Madden and his Uncle Tom for $500 for the
season.
Even at that modest price, the Madden’s couldn’t
make their lease payment. It was an era when caddies
were paid 25 cents a round and when many workers
earned as little as $20 a month. Vacations were an
unaffordable luxury during hard times. That might
have seemed like the end of the resort dream for the
Madden’s. But Harrison and Start were desperate.
They agreed to sell their course and clubhouse for no
money down.
After that start, the Madden’s built a tiny three-cabin
resort called Mission Point, a partnership with former
course owner Chester Start. These modest
housekeeping units were far different from what
Madden’s guests find today. Mission Point’s owners
at first didn’t know what to charge when their first
vacationers checked out, according to Jim Madden,
Jack’s brother. By 1941, the two brothers, Jim and Jack,
had become the sole partners in Mission Point and the
Pine Beach Golf Course.
During World War II, Jim Madden reported for active
duty, and Jack and wife Peg ran the resort which had
been renamed Madden Lodge. They ran the Lodge,
the golf course and another recently acquired
property, the Pine Edge Inn in Little Falls, MN.
After the war, the golf complex expanded and a
former desk clerk – Brainerd native John Arnold,
became a partner in the operation. At about the same
time, a new facility named Madden’s Voyageur was
built on the west shore of the Pine Beach Peninsula,
adding 40 more units to the resort.
Then in 1964, disaster struck. A devastating fire
completely destroyed the golf course clubhouse. The
Continued on page 22
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GuLL­LAKE­PROFILES­– MADDENS­ON­GuLL
This is an ongoing column focusing on local businesses and community leaders in the Gull Chain of Lakes area.
fire proved to be a blessing in disguise. “Fires are
always a disaster,” said Jim Madden, reflecting on the
calamity afterward, “but we came back from the ashes
very well. It may have been the best thing that
happened to us.” In fact, Madden’s response to the
fire has become a point of resort pride. Jim Madden
describes as one of the highlights of his hospitality
career, the fact that Madden’s was open for business
the next day. Madden’s redesigned and rebuilt the
Golf Club which today hosts two restaurants, two
lounges, a golf pro shop, and front desk.
Soon after the fire, Madden’s also bought the adjacent
and historic Pine Beach Hotel. It was incorporated
into the combined Madden Inn & Golf Club. In 1969,
Madden’s bought Ruttger’s Pine Beach Lodge on the
Peninsula’s west shore, giving Madden’s ownership
of all resorts at the base of the Pine Beach Peninsula.
Jack Madden passed away in 1978 after a brief illness.
Jim Madden died in 2001. C. Brian Thuringer, who
had managed the Madden-owned Pine Edge Inn in
Little Falls, joined the resort management staff in 1973.
He and his wife, Deb, now own the resort.
As guests will attest, today’s award-winning resort,
located on more than 1,000 acres, anticipates the
wishes and desires of vacationers and offers them
fantastic golf, upscale dining, excellent tennis, great
activity programs for children and almost every kind
of on-the-water recreation possible in Minnesota,
including fishing. We have biking, shopping, art
gallery and USCA-sanctioned croquet. They have 287
lodging units that can comfortably accommodate
600+ guests.
Since the 1960s, Madden’s began catering to business
groups, conferences and conventions in order to
expand our ‘open season.’ To accommodate those
groups, the beautifully designed Town Hall
Conference Center was built in 1986.
“Quality is our No. 1 priority at Madden’s. We are
always ready to introduce new recreational activities
and to rebuild and refurbish our accommodations to
meet the standards of 21st century guests. After all,
our philosophy is simply to provide the best that
Minnesota has to offer.”
WELCOME­2011­NEW­MEMBERS
Adam & Leslie Arnold, Upper Gull
Gerald & Judith Carling, Gull
Jim Cook
Mark & Nancy Hall, Upper Gull
Robert & Nancy Hebrink, Margaret
Earl & Jeannine Hemmerich, Roy
Janet & Mark Hinton, Roy
Ted & Mary Jo Kline
Peter & Allyson Knudsen
Shana & Corey Krantz, Gull
Pat & Jo Lipinski, Upper Gull
Alan Kunkel & Cheryl Thoresen
John & Kathy Lenz, Gull
Jim Levesque, Nisswa
David & Sue Lynch
Jay and Rebecca Raimann, Margaret
Brice & Roxane Shanks, Gull
Marilyn Nyquist & David Skjelbostad, Margaret
Dr. Gary & Marilyn Peasley, Roy
Gary & Nancy Persian, Gull
Michael & Dawn Priem, Gull
Ken & Becky Stover, Gull
Dr. Jan Whitman, Gull
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MEET­YOuR­BOARD­MEMBERS­– Arla­Johnson
Arla Johnson moved from Mankato to the Brainerd Lakes area in 1979
with her husband Charlie and their 3 children. The couple owned and
operated the Nisswa Country store, offering old-fashioned candy and
ice cream, for 15 years. They are both now enjoying retirement and the
lakes area.
Arla has been active in numerous organizations, including serving on
the board of directors and committees for the American Cancer Society
at the local, state and national levels, founding board member of the
Minnesota Partnership for Action Against Tobacco, the American Red
Cross, the Lake Margaret Stakeholders Committee and the Mid-MN
Women’s Center, where she presently serves on the board of directors and volunteers as a legal advocate.
She is also working with the newly inaugurated Center for Lifelong Learning at Central Lakes College.
In her spare time, Arla plays golf, travels, reads and spends as much time as possible with friends and family,
including 5 grandchildren. Arla was elected to the Gull Chain of Lakes Board in 2011.
Arla says “There are numerous challenges that face the Gull chain of lakes and I look forward to working
with GCOLA to ensure that everything possible is done to protect this valuable resource. We owe it to the
generations that follow us to pass on the legacy that we all cherish.”
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GuLL­CHAIN­OF­LAKES­ASSOCIATION­PuBLIC­MISSION­STATEMENT
The Gull­Chain­of­Lakes­Association is an alliance of watershed property interests within the Gull Chain of Lakes in Cass and Crow Wing
Counties. The Association is devoted to the restoration and continued preservation of the highest water quality and environmental
standards achievable, promotion of the responsible use of land and water resources and recreational safety on the Gull Chain of Lakes.
The Gull­Chain­of­Lakes­Association is dedicated to representing the interests of lake property owners without bias toward either seasonal
or full time residents. The Association’s primary responsibilities include educating members about best management practices to conserve
water quality, water safety, and controversial lake issues.
ALL­ARE­WELCOME­TO­OuR­BOARD­OF­DIRECTORS­MEETINGS
You are all welcome to join us at our monthly Board of Directors meetings. For 2011, the meeting days are as follows:
November 19. We meet at Grand View Lodge at 8:00 AM for complimentary breakfast, then the meetings commence around
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GULL CHAIN of LAKES
ASSOCIATION
Box­102
Nisswa,­Minnesota­56468
218-963-2229
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PLEASE­JOIN­THE­GuLL­CHAIN­OF­LAKES­ASSOCIATION
Dues for the lake association are $50 per year. They are payable anytime from January 1 – December 31. We are a 501(c)3
nonprofit corporation which means that all money donated by you over and above the $50 dues amount is tax deductible.
If you have not sent in your dues for this year (Since January 1, 2011), now is a great time to do so. Contributions above
the $50 dues are greatly appreciated.
Dues­can­be­sent­to­Box­102,­Nisswa,­MN­56468
PLEASE CHECK OUT YOUR NEWSLETTER ON OUR WEBSITE: WWW.GULLCHAINOFLAKESASSOCIATION.ORG OR WWW.GCOLA.ORG