Tom DonnellyNov 24, 20211 min readLakeshoreTree program is back for 2022!The Upper Rideau Lake Association (URLA) is pleased to announce the continuation of the tree program in 2022 to support improved lake...
John McDowellNov 17, 20212 min readPresident's MessagePresident's November UpdateWorking together to keep the lake healthy Hopefully you have been enjoying this wonderful fall weather – cool evenings and mostly sunny...
Dave CounterNov 17, 20211 min readWater QualityConstruction of Bioswale in Westport has begunBioswales are channels designed to concentrate and convey storm water runoff while removing debris and pollution. Bioswales can also be...
Dave CounterNov 17, 20211 min readBoatingFall 2021: Shoal Markers RemovalTaking out the shoal markers is a URLA team effort John Fenick Dennis Duncan Dave Counter John has provided his pontoon boat for the...
Trudy CounterNov 16, 20212 min readSpecies at RiskThe Butternut Tree faces imminent extinctionMost trees in Ontario are infected. One third may have already died. The Butternut is a medium-sized tree (Juglans cinerea) which is also...
Steve MorettiOct 23, 20211 min readWater QualityAugust algal bloom confirmedToxin levels not considered dangerous for drinking water On September 8th, the lake association received the laboratory results ...