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Protecting Schroon Lake for Future Generations
We are building awareness and involving our community to work cooperatively to preserve and protect the Schroon Lake watershed for present and future generations.
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Who we are
The Schroon Lake Association is a 501(c)3 not for profit volunteer organization - dedicated to preserving, promoting, and protecting the welfare of Schroon Lake, the Schroon River, and the watershed area. We raise awareness regarding the vital issues surrounding the ecology and lifestyle of our lake and its surrounding area.
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What we do
Since 1911 the SLA has been devoted to protecting and preserving our beautiful watershed. In testing our lakes and rivers and eradicating invasive species, we have helped keep the purity of our waters that define the Town of Schroon and neighboring communities. We work with other organizations and state and local government to stop threats from outside our area to protect our precious watershed.
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What you can do
Residents play a crucial role in lake protection by actively participating in best management practices that raise awareness about the importance of a healthy lake, including actions such as supporting lake management initiatives, awareness of Invasive Species that threaten our lakes, the damage caused by storm water runoff, proper waste disposal, responsible landscaping and reducing phosphorous based fertilizers.
SLA plans to identify and prevent HWA infestations.
Schroon Lake Association plans to adopt a trail and report any Hemlock Woolly Adelgid findings to the DEC. The insects feed on eastern and Carolina hemlock, the former of which is found throughout the Adirondacks. HWA attach their small wool sacks to the underside of the outermost branch tips of the hemlock trees. Eastern hemlock trees comprise approximately 10% of the trees in the Adirondack Park, and are vital to controlling the rate of erosion, as well as maintaining water quality and water temperature in Adirondack rivers. Watch the video and learn to identify Hemlock Wooly Adelgid.
SLA joins Clean Water/Safe Roads effort
The board of directors voted to join ADK Action to learn more about reducing road salt. Click on the link below to read about the effects of salt, and find out how you can help minimize those effects.
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NY State now requires a Boater Safety Certificate
As of January 1, 2025 NY State requires that you must complete a safe boating course and get a Boater Safety Certificate. Before you put your boat in the water, take the course online!
