THERE WILL BE NO SPRING-2021 Meeting.
Lake district members are encouraged to
reach out to a Board member if you
have a question or concern.
Happy Spring, y'all!
THANK YOU SO MUCH TO OUR VOLUNTEERS!
While our group of volunteers this past weekend was small,
the work they did was huge!
LMMD volunteers were able to remove over
100,000 (yes, you read that right) Carp in just 3 days.
Here are some photos of the fish removed.
Special Thanks To:
Lake District Members: Dave Ditter, Don Sherwoods, Brian Kaeble, Steve Kessenich, Curt Van Schoyck.
DNR Representatives Jennifer Bergman, Scott Provost and Molly Detjens.
Area Anglers: Bob Hjort, Larry Tessman, Tim Whitefoot, John Vogel
The Cove Supper Club: John and Sam Sage
And... other helpers from the Portage, Baraboo and Milwaukee area
DO YOU HAVE AN EMAIL ADDRESS? WE WANT TO KNOW IT!
HELP US KEEP YOU INFORMED BY FILLING OUT OUR
EMAIL ADDRESS SURVEY!
CLICK HERE
LMMD Board Meeting - Saturday, January 23rd, 2021
For Agenda: CLICK HERE
For Minutes: CLICK HERE
Special District Meeting - Saturday, October 24th, 9:00 -
For Agenda: CLICK HERE
For Minutes: CLICK HERE
Checkout this recent drone video of our lake, provided by Jeff Steele. CLICK HERE
HELP US KEEP YOU INFORMED BY FILLING OUT OUR
EMAIL ADDRESS SURVEY!
CLICK HERE
LMMD Board Meeting - Saturday, January 23rd, 2021
For Agenda: CLICK HERE
For Minutes: CLICK HERE
Special District Meeting - Saturday, October 24th, 9:00 -
For Agenda: CLICK HERE
For Minutes: CLICK HERE
Checkout this recent drone video of our lake, provided by Jeff Steele. CLICK HERE
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NEW PHOTOS from the Jennifer Bergman, DNR. Suggestions for Carp Removal
This is one of the nets in the “popped” position and then reset. There are weights connected to the net at each post, ropes connect all of the weights to a central location where they can all be dropped at once. The weights go down and all the net side walls go up trapping the carp. Nets are baited with corn. This is Indian Lake, Dane County. |
DNR INFORMATION
LMMD will now post information communicated with us from the DNR in this section of our website. We will do our best to keep it updated.
Jennifer Bergman - DNR Fisheries Biologist
Phone: (715) 451-9944
Jennifer.Bergman@Wisconsin.gov
Scott Provost - Water Resource Management Specialist
Phone: (715) 315-0329
Scott.Provost@wisconsin.gov
Frequently Asked Questions on Lake Mason Drawdown: CLICK HERE
Black Crappie Sarcoma: CLICK HERE
White Foam on Lake: CLICK HERE
DNR ZOOM VIDEO MEETING REGARDING LAKE QUALITY CLICK HERE
DNR ZOOM VIDEO 1 MEETING REGARDING DRAWDOWN CLICK HERE
DNR ZOOM VIDEO 2 MEETING REGARDING DRAWDOWN/WATER CONTROL CLICK HERE
LAKE MASON DRAWDOWN PERMIT INFORMATION: CLICK HERE
PLANT SURVEY RESULTS FROM WI DNR - August 2020
Please See Newsletter for DNR Explanation and Updates CLICK HERE
For Maps: CLICK HERE
Lake mason works to decrease
the amount of weeds
Fourth of July Boat Parade!
"I would like to thank all that participated in this year's parade whether you were in a boat or at the shore. I was a little nervous that few would show up, But...WOW!!! Thanks to all of you... BEST BOAT PARADE EVER!!! I do have a thought about adding something for next year. In the mean time mates... stay safe and healthy."
Sally Danke ⛴
Our Mission is to Protect and Improve the Quality of
Lake Mason for Everyone
Board Members:
Dave Ditter: Chairman - dave.ditter@gmail.com - (608) 345-3708
Andre Bukowski: Treasure
Pam Klein: Secretary - pamelaklein31@gmail.com
Craig Hillard
Mark Hamburg
Jim Brancel - jbrancel@hotmail.com - (414)-939-0751
Robert K Salamon -rksalamon@maqs.net - (262)-646-2855
Dave Ditter: Chairman - dave.ditter@gmail.com - (608) 345-3708
Andre Bukowski: Treasure
Pam Klein: Secretary - pamelaklein31@gmail.com
Craig Hillard
Mark Hamburg
Jim Brancel - jbrancel@hotmail.com - (414)-939-0751
Robert K Salamon -rksalamon@maqs.net - (262)-646-2855
Resources and Informational Links
COMMERCIAL FISHERMEN REMOVE CARP - SEE PHOTOS ABOVE
As of March 28th, 2020, over 30,000 pounds of Carp were removed from Lake Mason and shipped to either New York or North Carolina. In addition to this good news, the fishermen are no longer seeing Large Gizzard Shad, which is an improvement to past fish removals. We are currently in year 5 of this process.
DNR RELEASES NORTHERN AND BLUEGILLS -
On Thursday, September 12th, the DNR along with LMMD residents, released 350 Northern Pike and 3,000 Bluegills into Lake Mason. DNR Fishery Biologist, Jennifer Bergman, assisted with the release as seen in pictures above. Thank you to all residents and members who approved this purchase! Happy Fishing!
LAKE MASON IMPROVEMENT SURVEY -
Thank you to everyone who completed the Lake Mason Management District Survey. We are currently looking for members who are wiling to be a part of the Survey Committee. If you are interested, please contact Pam Klein at pamelaklein31@gmail.com.
LAKE MASON MANAGEMENT DISTRICT NEWSLETTER -CLICK HERE
The Lake Mason Management District Newsletter is a "LIVE" document that is continuously being updated with information from the Board, Board Members, the DNR and any other resource available to LMMD.
ATTENTION
The boat launch fees at the campgrounds in Adams County and Mason Station apply to everyone. There is a $5.00 fee in Adams County and a $3.00 Fee at Mason Station OR, $20.00 for a season pass. It has been brought to the attention of LMMD that many people are not paying at Mason station. This fee is NOT included in your LMMD Association Dues. This is a user fee and the money helps maintain the piers and launch site.
CALLING ALL LAKE AND FISH PHOTOGRAPHS - CLICK HERE
Do you have some beautiful Lake Mason sunrise and/or sunset pictures? How about some photos of your prize winning Bass or Northern? If you would like to have your photos shared on this page and our Facebook page, please email them to Pam Klein, LMMD Secretary at: pamelaklein31@gmail.com
As of March 28th, 2020, over 30,000 pounds of Carp were removed from Lake Mason and shipped to either New York or North Carolina. In addition to this good news, the fishermen are no longer seeing Large Gizzard Shad, which is an improvement to past fish removals. We are currently in year 5 of this process.
DNR RELEASES NORTHERN AND BLUEGILLS -
On Thursday, September 12th, the DNR along with LMMD residents, released 350 Northern Pike and 3,000 Bluegills into Lake Mason. DNR Fishery Biologist, Jennifer Bergman, assisted with the release as seen in pictures above. Thank you to all residents and members who approved this purchase! Happy Fishing!
LAKE MASON IMPROVEMENT SURVEY -
Thank you to everyone who completed the Lake Mason Management District Survey. We are currently looking for members who are wiling to be a part of the Survey Committee. If you are interested, please contact Pam Klein at pamelaklein31@gmail.com.
LAKE MASON MANAGEMENT DISTRICT NEWSLETTER -CLICK HERE
The Lake Mason Management District Newsletter is a "LIVE" document that is continuously being updated with information from the Board, Board Members, the DNR and any other resource available to LMMD.
ATTENTION
The boat launch fees at the campgrounds in Adams County and Mason Station apply to everyone. There is a $5.00 fee in Adams County and a $3.00 Fee at Mason Station OR, $20.00 for a season pass. It has been brought to the attention of LMMD that many people are not paying at Mason station. This fee is NOT included in your LMMD Association Dues. This is a user fee and the money helps maintain the piers and launch site.
CALLING ALL LAKE AND FISH PHOTOGRAPHS - CLICK HERE
Do you have some beautiful Lake Mason sunrise and/or sunset pictures? How about some photos of your prize winning Bass or Northern? If you would like to have your photos shared on this page and our Facebook page, please email them to Pam Klein, LMMD Secretary at: pamelaklein31@gmail.com
Board Agenda and Board Minutes
LMMD Board Meeting Agenda: Saturday, January 23rd, 2021 - CLICK HERE
LMMD Board Meeting Minutes: Saturday, January 23rd, 2021 - Click Here
Special Board Meeting Agenda: Saturday, October 24th, 2020 - Click Here
Special Board Meeting Minutes: Saturday, October 24th, 2020 - Click Here
Board Meeting Agenda: Saturday, August 8th, 2020 - Click Here
Board Meeting Minutes: Saturday, August 8th, 2020 Click Here
Special Board Meeting Agenda: Saturday, February 22nd, 2020 - Click Here
Special Board Meeting Minutes: Saturday, February 22nd, 2020 - Click Here
Board Agenda: Saturday, January 4th, 2020 - Click Here
Board Minutes: Saturday, January 4th, 2020 - Click Here
Board Agenda: Saturday, August 31st - Click Here
Board Minutes: Saturday, August 31st - Click Here
Board Agenda: May 25th, 2019 - Click Here
Board Minutes: May 25th - Click Here
Board Agenda: January 12th, 2019 - Click Here
Board Minutes: January 12th, 2019 - Click Here
Treasures Report: January 12th, 2019 - Click Here
LMMD Board Meeting Minutes: Saturday, January 23rd, 2021 - Click Here
Special Board Meeting Agenda: Saturday, October 24th, 2020 - Click Here
Special Board Meeting Minutes: Saturday, October 24th, 2020 - Click Here
Board Meeting Agenda: Saturday, August 8th, 2020 - Click Here
Board Meeting Minutes: Saturday, August 8th, 2020 Click Here
Special Board Meeting Agenda: Saturday, February 22nd, 2020 - Click Here
Special Board Meeting Minutes: Saturday, February 22nd, 2020 - Click Here
Board Agenda: Saturday, January 4th, 2020 - Click Here
Board Minutes: Saturday, January 4th, 2020 - Click Here
Board Agenda: Saturday, August 31st - Click Here
Board Minutes: Saturday, August 31st - Click Here
Board Agenda: May 25th, 2019 - Click Here
Board Minutes: May 25th - Click Here
Board Agenda: January 12th, 2019 - Click Here
Board Minutes: January 12th, 2019 - Click Here
Treasures Report: January 12th, 2019 - Click Here
Lake Mason Upcoming and Past Events
LAKE MASON 2020 ANNUAL MEETING AND PICNIC INFORMATION
Date: Saturday, August 8th, 2020
Where: The Cove Restaurant - 156 WI-23, Briggsville, WI 53920
Meeting Time: 9:00
Picnic Time: 11:0oish - 1:00pm
Cost: $8.00 donation per person/$20 max donation per family
In order to help The Cove properly prepare for food, picnic space and
social distancing, please RSVP: CLICK HERE
2020 Boat parade IS ON!
MEET JUST BEFORE NOON AT THE NORTH SHORE LANDING ON SATURDAY, JULY 4TH, WITH YOUR BOAT, DECORATED OR NOT. LOOK FOR THE STARTER BOAT WITH A LIME GREEN FLAG (SALLY DANKE). PLEASE COME AND CHEER US ON FROM YOUR PIERS!
DNR Fisheries Biologist Reports
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Lake Mason Fish Release 2018
On September 22, 2018, 400 Northern Pike were released into Lake Mason from the location of the North boat ramp off Golden Drive. The fish, averaged 9 to 15 inches in length (some longer) were in excellent condition and not a single one came up dead or with any evidence of stress after the release. Fish Release Photos - Click Here |
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| mason_lake_carp_ppt2.pdf |
| mason_lake_cunningham.pdf |
NOTICES
Posted May 2, 2016
Carp netting has begun in Lake Mason!
The DNR issued a 5 year netting permit to a company that is working with 2 other companies to jointly work to harvest carp from Lake Mason. The netters were out at the end of March / early April and harvested approximately 11 tons of carp. They were back later in April and harvested an additional 11 tons. One carp weighted over 40 lbs.! The carp netted were shipped live to a company in New York City where they were sold to make gefilte fish.
Additionally, they harvested over 5 tons of gizzard shad, mostly 15-18", some as large as 20". We would like to thank Ken and Dick Huber for taking the shad.
We will keep you up to date when we know when they will be returning. Check out the slide show on the "Photos" page with some great pictures taken by Charlie Newling. Watch for a picture of the 40+ pound carp taken!
Posted May 2, 2016
Carp netting has begun in Lake Mason!
The DNR issued a 5 year netting permit to a company that is working with 2 other companies to jointly work to harvest carp from Lake Mason. The netters were out at the end of March / early April and harvested approximately 11 tons of carp. They were back later in April and harvested an additional 11 tons. One carp weighted over 40 lbs.! The carp netted were shipped live to a company in New York City where they were sold to make gefilte fish.
Additionally, they harvested over 5 tons of gizzard shad, mostly 15-18", some as large as 20". We would like to thank Ken and Dick Huber for taking the shad.
We will keep you up to date when we know when they will be returning. Check out the slide show on the "Photos" page with some great pictures taken by Charlie Newling. Watch for a picture of the 40+ pound carp taken!
