Actively Taking Part in Projects that Promote the Conservation & Successful Future of Lake Osakis

Black and white image of Lake Osakis in 1950.
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Throughout the year the Osakis Lake Association, with the endorsement and support of various agencies, groups, and volunteers, has accomplished and been an active partner on many projects. Donating our time, talents, and often nominal resources, the OLA has assisted with the following projects, and will continue to be involved whenever possible.

Current and Ongoing Projects of Osakis Lake Association
Service Projects of Osakis Lake Association
DNR Lake Finder Report (Lake Osakis DNR Survey)
DNR Lake Finder Report (Fish Stocking Data)

Actively Supporting Projects that Promote the Community & Lake Osakis

The Osakis Lake Association is pleased to contribute to the Osakis Women's Association Spirit of Giving, a community initiative that provides Christmas gifts, clothing, pajamas, fruit, and a holiday meal to families in need. Pictured: Lori Stixrud, Laura Nichols, Kay Haglund, Mary George, Staci Helwig and Osakis Lake Association President Bruce Magnus.
The Osakis Lake Association is pleased to contribute to the Osakis Women's Association Spirit of Giving, a community initiative that provides Christmas gifts, clothing, pajamas, fruit, and a holiday meal to families in need. Pictured: Lori Stixrud, Laura Nichols, Kay Haglund, Mary George, Staci Helwig and Osakis Lake Association President Bruce Magnus.
Through the Osakis Lake Association gambling proceeds, the Lake Association presented Meals on Wheels a donation to support Seniors in our community. Pictured: Bruce Magnus OLA President, with Staci Helwig, Mary George, Sue Cole, Lori Stixrud, Mark Ferris and Laura Nichols.
Through the Osakis Lake Association gambling proceeds, the Lake Association presented Meals on Wheels a donation to support Seniors in our community. Pictured: Bruce Magnus OLA President, with Staci Helwig, Mary George, Sue Cole, Lori Stixrud, Mark Ferris and Laura Nichols.
Osakis Lake Association makes a $20,000 contribution to the Park Osagi improvement project. Left to Right: Dave Meyer (Osakis Lake Association,) Bruce Magnus (Osakis Lake Association President,) Al Neuman, Sharon Fredrickson, Justin Dahlheimer, Judy Devoric, and Al Larson.
Osakis Lake Association makes a $20,000 contribution to the Park Osagi improvement project. Left to Right: Dave Meyer (Osakis Lake Association,) Bruce Magnus (Osakis Lake Association President,) Al Neuman, Sharon Fredrickson, Justin Dahlheimer, Judy Devoric, and Al Larson.
Volunteers
A few of our volunteers
Supporting our community with a $1000 donation to Taste of Osakis
Supporting our community with a $1000 donation to Taste of Osakis
OLA members volunteering at Taste of Osakis
OLA members volunteering at Taste of Osakis

Dedicated To The Preservation of Lake Osakis

Clifford & Faille Alum Treatment Project

This project assisted with improving Lake Osakis’ water quality by removing phosphorus from surrounding tributary lakes.

2007-2009 Curly-Leaf Pondweed Pilot Project

The OLA assisted in raising $100,000 in three years to help control and prevent further growth of invasive curly-leaf pondweed

Walleye Raffle Stocking Program

Through on-going support from the OLA and other agencies, over 45,000 walleye fingerlings have been stocked form the raffle’s proceeds.

Bog Management

Osakis Lake Association Volunteers have assisted property owners with Bog Management to reduce personal property damage and maintain wildlife habitat.

Managing Water Level

Osakis Lake Association has a work in progress (feasibility study) to identify methods to better manage water levels. This project requires collaboration with many entities including DNR, SRWD, as well as Douglas, Todd, and Stearns County.

Curly Leaf Pondweed

OLA facilitates and funds Curlyleaf Pondweed (CLP) control measures on Lake Osakis. Funding and DNR permitting are limiting factors.  Each year surveys are completed to determine treatment needs.  In future years more extensive management of CLP are being planned as well as fund raising efforts to reduce algae and improve water quality.

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