Nelson “Campground” Issue
A 180-unit high-density “campground” is being proposed just north of Tabor Lake. It could host up to 700 people in just 160 acres of land (Tabor Lake is 157!). Taxes will not be paid by campers and the developer will not pay much more than is being paid now. Who will pay for increased use…
Read MoreLoons 2017-2018
Pat S. reported the Loons were nesting in early June 2017, however there was no baby loon this year. She reported that a dead Loon was found in the South bay. Pat asked if the TLA would like to donate to the Northland College Loon Watch Program. Motion was made and seconded to send them…
Read MoreZebra Mussel Update
Since Zebra Mussels were discovered in Big McKenzie Lake in 2016, Burnett County has mobilized an effort to control the spread. In January 2018, new legislation was passed that makes it a violation to NOT use a decontamination station when one is available at public launches.* The TLA Board received a mailing in early spring…
Read MoreCute Hats Dominate 2018 Boat Parade
This year, the Young’s Cutest Hats won. We weren’t able to get a good photo, but thanks to all who participated! The Judge was considered the Most Creative, Alice showed up in her decked-out kayak and Debbie blew bubbles off her dock. It’s a tradition, you know.
Read MoreThe 2018 Water Quality Report
This is a screen shot of a summary of information reported, click here for full report. Secchi depths, taken three times over the summer were 10, 13 and 12 feet.
Read MoreThe 2017 Water Quality Report
This is a screen shot of a summary of information reported, click here for full report. Secchi depth in July was 13. Chlorophyll was up. Water temp in June was 78 degrees, 67 in August.
Read MoreThe 2016 Water Quality Report
This is a screen shot of a summary of information reported, click here for full report.
Read MoreNW Wisconsin Lakes Conference 2018
On 6/22/18 Bob and Becky Olson attended the 20th Anniversary of the NW Wisconsin Lakes Conference. This conference is the longest running citizen conference in Wisconsin. The Keynote speaker was Keith Crowley, writer, photographer and owner of the Lodge Trail Media. His work has been featured in Field and Stream, Ducks Unlimited, etc. After the…
Read MoreTLA 2017 Annual Picnic Gallery
TLA 2017 Annual Picnic Gallery Kaye & Ole want you!
Read MoreWelcome to the new website!
Dear Tabor Lakers, Finally the new site is up. It’s not nearly as filled up with “content” as I had hoped, but now I can pick away at it. And if you want to add anything to the site, send an email! We’ve got some new features, one I think you’ll all like is the…
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