Greater Lake Sylvia Association

Working to maintain & improve your Lake Sylvia!

TREATMENT NOTICE

Please continue to have your boats inspected. For more information https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/invasives/ais/index.html

GREATER LAKE SYLVIA ASSOCIATION NOTICE OF TREATMENT

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has granted the Greater Lake Sylvia Association a waiver of the requirement that it obtain the signatures of approval of lakeshore property owners. Instead, the Greater Lake Sylvia Association will be required to notify property owners through alternative forms such as the GLSA Website, Loon Calls newsletter, annual meeting, or the Annandale Advocate.

With regard to the treatments for 2025, The Greater Lake Sylvia Association (GLSA) will contract with Lake Restoration as necessary to treat Eurasian Watermilfoil (EWM), Curly Leaf Pondweed (CLP), and Starry Stonewort (SSW), all invasive aquatic species. The method of control or product being used: EPA and MDA registered aquatic herbicides and algicides, such as but not limited to Cutrine Plus Algicide, Liquid 2,4-D, Granular 2,4-D, Diquat.

Several factors affect the treatment of Aquatic Invasive Species, including the weather and the correct window of time that AIS can be treated without harming other native vegetation in the area. In 2025, we will be targeting treatment for Curlyleaf Ponweed, Eurasian Watermilfoil, and Starry Stonewort. Treatment may happen between April 30 and October 21. If you do not want treatment of any of these invasive species adjacent to your property, please notify the Greater Lake Sylvia Association.

Please encourage your neighbors to become GLSA members and check the website for updates. If you have questions or concerns, please contact a board member.

Greater Lake Sylvia Association (or GLSA)
P.O. Box 41 Annandale, MN 55302

According to the Minnesota DNR, you can prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS) by following these steps every time you leave a lake or river:

Clean

Remove all aquatic plants, zebra mussels, and other invasive species from your boat, trailer, and water-related equipment.
Drain

Remove all water from your boat, ballast tanks, motor, live well, and bait container. Keep drain plugs out and water-draining devices open while transporting your equipment.
Dispose

Throw away any unwanted bait, such as minnows, leeches, and worms. If you want to keep live bait, drain the water and refill the container with bottled or tap water.
Dry

If you're moving docks, lifts, or rafts from one body of water to another, you should dry them for 21 days first. You can also lay out materials to dry, but drying times vary by species and you should inspect them after the drying period is over.
Don't release

Never release bait, plants, or aquarium pets into Minnesota waters.

You can also report any new infestations. The DNR has outreach materials, such as wallet-sized identification cards, fact sheets, and watch cards, that can help you identify invasive species and learn how to prevent their spread.