Tabor Lake Association · Blog

Emergency Preparedness, Safety & Security

Have a Plan, Be Aware and Be Prepared First off, if you are experiencing an emergency, call 911! In Burnett County, we have dispatchers who will decide the best course of action from available resources, whether sheriff, fire, ambulance or first responders. In our rural area, response time can be up to 45 minutes. Therefore, personal…

The “Campground” Issue

During the past winter (2020-21), Tabor Lake Association was able to quickly rally members to join with other Swiss Township residents in opposing a massive campground project proposed for a parcel of land just a mile north of our lake. This campground would have likely had a significant negative effect on our lake experience, safety…

Loons 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…

Zebra Mussel Refresher

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.* So when taking your boat out of any lake…

Cute 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.

The 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.

The 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.

The 2016 Water Quality Report

This is a screen shot of a summary of information reported, click here for full report.

NW 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…

TLA 2017 Picnic Gallery

TLA 2017 Picnic Gallery Kaye & Ole want you!