Lake Weslemkoon Conservation Association

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Lake Weslemkoon Conservation Association

Lake Weslemkoon Conservation Association Lake Weslemkoon Conservation Association Lake Weslemkoon Conservation Association
  • Home
  • What We Do
  • AGM & Director's Reports
  • Membership
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Photo Contest
  • LWCA Resources
  • Community Resources
    • Wake Wise on Weslemkoon
    • Municipal Affairs
    • Garbage & Recycling
    • MNRF Fish Monitoring
    • Fishing and Hunting
    • Septic Smart
    • Lake Stewardship
    • Useful Links
    • Dock Bubblers
    • Algonquin Land Claim
    • Forest Management Plan
    • Invasive Species
    • Lake Partners
    • Citizen Science
  • Current Concerns
    • Electricity Pricing

About Us...

As an active, volunteer led organization, the LWCA has much to offer our members and others who call Lake Weslemkoon their home. So, take your time, look around, and learn all there is to know about us. We hope you enjoy our site and take a moment to drop us a line.

A Message from our President

Conservation

The LWCA is committed to protecting the terrestrial and aquatic environment of Lake Weslemkoon. Membership funds support the following volunteer led programs.Click on each image to learn more.

Our Living Land Acknowledgement

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Water Quality

Forestry and Trails

Forestry and Trails

Maintaining  the high quality of our water is one of our highest priorities. Testing, monitoring, and historical data analysis helps us to identify problems so we can keep our cottagers and wildlife safe.

Forestry and Trails

Forestry and Trails

Forestry and Trails

We liase with MNR and other agencies to promote sound forestry practices on lands adjacent to Weslemkoon and Otter Lakes. Our loyal volunteers keep our trails clean and safe for hiking. 

Water Levels

Forestry and Trails

Water Levels

The LWCA works in cooperation with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry to manage water levels on the lake.

Septics

Environmental Fund

Water Levels

Proper septic maintenance is essential to a healthy watershed. We provide educational resources on how to care for your septics system, and organize group septic pumping. 

Environmental Fund

Environmental Fund

Environmental Fund

We maintain an Environmental Fund for use on projects that are agreed upon by our members. 

Cottager and Social Initiatives

The LWCA provides the following programs and services. Click on each to find out more. 

Custodial Visits

Municipal Engagement

Custodial Visits

Off season Custodial Cottage Visits provide peace of mind to our members that their cottage is damage free during the winters. 

Youth Engagement

Municipal Engagement

Custodial Visits

Our JR Loons programs provide opportunities for kids to learn abut the lake and form life long friendships.  Our Lake Stewards programs allows youth to gain volunteer hours while promoting conservation efforts. 

Municipal Engagement

Municipal Engagement

The Sublime and Mysterious Order of Cock-eyed Loons

By liasing with municipal and provincial agencies on issues that affect property owners we are able to provide valuable information to all.

The Sublime and Mysterious Order of Cock-eyed Loons

The Sublime and Mysterious Order of Cock-eyed Loons

The Sublime and Mysterious Order of Cock-eyed Loons

The Sublime and Mysterious Order of Cock-eyed Loons celebrates members of the LWCA who have contributed in various ways to lake life and conservation efforts. Each year new members are welcomed to the "order" at the AGM where they must perform the dance of the loon. Started at a party on Walker Island in 1924, it has been rejuvenated several times over the years and continues today.  

Shoal Markers

The Sublime and Mysterious Order of Cock-eyed Loons

Social Activities

We install and maintain courtesy markers and buoys on Weslemkoon and Otter Lakes so that our cottagers and guests can boat more safely.

Social Activities

The Sublime and Mysterious Order of Cock-eyed Loons

Social Activities

Our annual AGM is a great day packed with activities, information, and opportunities to meet other cottagers. It is typically held on Saturday morning of the Civic Holiday long weekend (beginning of August). 


Other activities that we are involved in include the Labour Day Treasure Hunt at Tanglewood Marina and the Sailing Regatta. 



Communication and Education

Communication and Education

Communication and Education

Educational materials and campaigns on topics such as safe boating, lake maps, the Loon Call Newsletter, blog posts, email updates, Instagram, Facebook and this website are all ways that we keep our cottagers informed. 


Visit our Instagram page by searching @LWCA_ontario. 


On Facebook, search for our LWCA page and "like us"! 

Love our Community? Volunteer with us!

Love our Community? Volunteer with us!

Love our Community? Volunteer with us!

It takes a lot of energy and many hands to provide the programs and services that the LWCA offers. 


We are currently seeking people to fill the following on the Board of Directors:

  • Water Quality - perform monthly testing, maintain water testing records, analyze the data and communicate the results to the members. 
  • Director at Large - help out where you can!


We would love assistance in other areas as well, from trail clearing to blog writing. Please see our Volunteer Opportunities page for more information and to sign up. 


Volunteer Opportunities

Become a Member

Love our Community? Volunteer with us!

Love our Community? Volunteer with us!

Please support the important work of keeping our lakes healthy & safe for all to enjoy by becoming a "Member" (for property owners; 1 membership per cottage) or a "Friend of the Lake" (for everyone else who loves Weslemkoon!)  


Sign-up and payment can be done through this website or if you prefer via cheque or INTERAC e-transfer.  Simply click on the link below "Pay your Membership Fees". 

 

Refer a new Member or Friend of the Lake and receive a discount on next year's membership dues ($10 discount if you refer a new Member and $5 discount if you refer a Friend of the Lake).  

Pay your Membership Fees

2020-2021 Board of Directors

Meet the members of the Board of Directors, and read the descriptions of their roles at the LWCA.

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