Hot Topics Archive
Seasonal Removal of Solar Lights & Buoys
The solar lights have been removed from channel buoys for winter storage and maintenance. Navigation and hazard buoys will be removed between October 15th and November 15th by Hennepin County. If you are boating, take extra care … Read More
Posted on: October 15th, 2020
The Narrows Bridge & Channel Construction Update (9/16/20)
The Narrows Bridge has been reopened to vehicle traffic. However, some construction crews will continue working at the site through the end of September.
Starting Monday morning, September 21, crews are expected to … Read More
Posted on: September 16th, 2020
Goosebumps, Hair Growth, & Wound Healing?
When you get out of the lake, do you get goosebumps from being cold? For animals with thick fur, … Read More
Posted on: August 22nd, 2020
Feedback Sought Regarding De-icing/Aeration Regulations
Lake Minnetonka is a great recreational resource in winter for fishing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and other types of activities. LMCD regulations balance the importance of protecting people who recreate on the lake with the requests to protect dock structures using de-icing/aeration systems. … Read More
Posted on: July 26th, 2020
Harvesting Program Suspended for 2020
The LMCD harvesting program is suspended for three years (2019-2021) to further review impact and options for lake-wide vegetation and AIS Management. … Read More
Posted on: July 24th, 2020
Preventing Boat Fires
Boat fires can result in injuries or deaths of people and their pets, as well as be financially costly. Boaters can … Read More
Posted on: July 24th, 2020
Volunteer for Starry Trek 2020 – Register by Thursday, August 6
Volunteers from across Minnesota are wanted on Saturday, August 15, 2020 to participate … Read More
Posted on: July 24th, 2020
Tips for Staying Healthy on the Lake
Bacteria and viruses in the water can cause some ear and eye infections, stomach aches, diarrhea, and flu-like symptoms. MDH, … Read More
Posted on: July 1st, 2020
July 4th Safety Reminders
The following are important boater safety reminders for safe and fun boating this 4th of July. These safety tips will help … Read More
Posted on: July 1st, 2020
Narrows Channel Closed June 22- June 26
Starting at 7 a.m. on Monday, June 22, crews will close the Narrows Channel as part of the Narrows Bridge rehabilitation project in Orono and Tonka Bay. The channel is anticipated to remain closed through Friday, … Read More
Posted on: June 10th, 2020
- Seasonal Removal of Solar Lights & Buoys
- The Narrows Bridge & Channel Construction Update (9/16/20)
- Cruises on Lake Minnetonka
- Office Closed September 7, 2020
- Goosebumps, Hair Growth, & Wound Healing?
- Feedback Sought Regarding De-icing/Aeration Regulations
- Harvesting Program Suspended for 2020
- Preventing Boat Fires
- Volunteer for Starry Trek 2020 – Register by Thursday, August 6
- Tips for Staying Healthy on the Lake
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