Blue-green algae are not algae at all, but rather types of bacteria called cyanobacteria. Cyanobacteria thrives when there is a combination of two factors: warm weather and nutrient-dense water. Some […]
Zebra Mussels
Zebra mussels were discovered in Lake Minnetonka by a local resident on July 27, 2010 and confirmed by MN DNR biologists on July 28, 2010. The zebra mussel is a […]
Eurasian Watermilfoil
Eurasian watermilfoil (EWM) was first discovered in Lake Minnetonka during the fall of 1987 in Excelsior Bay. Inspection of the Lake the following year found that EWM was widespread throughout […]
Purchasing Lakeshore Property
Some Items to Consider The Minnesota Legislature established the LMCD (Minn. Stat. §§ 103B.601-103B.645) more than 50 years ago to help protect the lake, public safety, and the environment. The […]
Lake-Friendly Landscaping – Permeable Pavements
When water lands on an impermeable surface, it runs off, collecting pollution (trash, sediments, nutrients, etc.) as it goes. The more impermeable surface area there is in a given area, […]
Lake-Friendly Landscaping – Water Gardens & Aquariums
A water garden or pond can be a beautiful addition to a backyard, but extra precautions should be taken when designing and adding vegetation to a water feature so close […]
Lake-Friendly Landscaping – Shoreline Buffers
Creating a shoreline buffer on your property can protect Lake Minnetonka’s water quality and overall health by: Stabilizing soil and reducing erosion Filtering out pollutants and sediments Absorbing nutrients from […]
Lake-Friendly Landscaping – Lawn Care & Fertilizer
The chemical treatments and other organic matter on your lawn have the potential to be swept into Lake Minnetonka either directly or through storm drainage systems. By being mindful of […]