Capacity Corner #28
Abstract
The article highlights the importance of building programmatic capacity for lake health through leadership, project completion, expertise growth, funding access, and community power. It showcases success stories of organizations like the Black Oak Lake Preservation Foundation, Chute Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District, and Big Doctor Lake Association, which have excelled in these areas. These groups have implemented various initiatives, such as monitoring programs, lake management plans, and community engagement efforts, to protect and improve lake health. The article emphasizes the collective effort required for effective lake stewardship and the recognition of these organizations through the Wisconsin Lake Stewardship Award. It also underscores the value of proactive lake management to prevent and address environmental challenges.
Subject
UW Extension Lakes