New Species Found: Starry Stonewort

In July the DEQ confirmed the existence of Starry Stonewort in Round Lake and the channel between Round and Devils Lake. PLM has already treated the areas that were discovered. Previous treatments would be ineffective as Starry Stonewort is a highly aggressive and rapidly spreading invasive macro algae, not a weed.

Starry stonewort resembles Chara, but the key difference is it has tiny, tan, star-shaped “bulbils” that are firm to the touch.

It is everyone's responsibility to patrol our lakes and report sightings of invasive species so that they may be treated appropriately and promptly.  If you see something that you suspect is an invasive species contact a weed committee member, Rollin or Woodstock Township, or a board member of the Lakes Preservation League. Don't assume someone else will do it!

 

For more in-depth information about this latest threat to our lakes, Read This Article!

Weed Control Tools Available To LPL Members

Lake Rakes

Rakes are available for use on Round and Devils from the following LPL members:
  • Bruce King - 517 547-7426
  • John Zuelke - 517 547-5750

The Weed Hog Pump

The Weed Hog Pump can be used by members with a $100 refundable deposit.
Contact Steve Bolen or Jan Ruhl at 517 547-7043 for more information. 

AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES (AIS) EFFORTS

ROUND LAKE WEED ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Rollin Township has formed a six person advisory committee comprised of the township supervisor, the township clerk and four riparian owners to assist in managing the weed treatment on Round Lake.  Rollin Township voted to use PLM Lake and Land Management to manage the weed treatment on Round Lake.

DEVILS LAKE WEED ADVISORY COMMITTEE/WOODSTOCK TOWNSHIP

Woodstock Township has formed a seven person advisory committee comprised of the township supervisor, the township treasurer and five riparian owners to assist in managing the weed treatment on the portion of Devils Lake located in Woodstock Twp. Savin Lake Services has the contract for the Woodstock portion of Devil's Lake.

DEVILS LAKE WEED ADVISORY COMMITTEE/ROLLIN TOWNSHIP

Rollin Township has formed a six person advisory committee comprised of the township supervisor, the township clerk and four riparian owners to assist in managing the weed treatment on the portion of Devils Lake located in Rollin Twp.  PLM Lake and Land Management is managing the weed treatment on the Rollin Twp. portion of Devils Lake.

The Midwest Aquatic Plant Management Society (MAPMS) is a great resource for information on AIS.
Download the MAPMS Reference Guide!