Printed with permission from Cattail Chronicles By: Gerard Urbanozo “Chum is a way of using food to lure fish to the area you plan on fishing. Canned corn is a popular chum since it is readily available and works effectively. ” Carp are considered to be one of the most damaging invasive fish [...]
Contributed by: Steve Burgoon Well, it looks like Mother Nature has been kind to us for the spring of 2105. We had a milder winter than 2013/2014, so our ice conditions were manageable for the fish population. We DID NOT have a fish kill this year……….. and we know there are some Northern Pike [...]
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by Alana Bartolai, Water Quality Specialist, Lake County Health Department The ground may be covered in snow, but around the corner is spring—where temperatures start getting warmer, there are longer hours of sunlight, and the landscape around us starts to turn green. It is not too early to start thinking about ways to improve your [...]
Getting to know your neighbor….Carol Mackey Contributed by: Cassandra Young As you walk into Carol Mackey’s house, an incredible aroma takes over. “What are you cooking?” is the natural question. “Chicken Enchiladas,” Carol says, a favorite dish of her family. We all wish we were able to cook a great dish, but many of [...]
More opportunities to volunteer Contributed by John Yancey, TLIA Grounds This is the first of a series of articles providing news and information from the TLIA Grounds Committee. We will be keeping you up to date on projects and programs involving our parks and open space. Additionally, look for useful information on the care of [...]
Contributed By: Linda Kuna Neonicotinoids? What the heck is that? Known as “neonics” they are a class of insecticide that has become a favorite with many arborists, landscapers and homeowners. They certainly are effective at killing bugs if that’s what you’re aiming to do. But at what cost? Neonics are a systemic poison meaning that [...]
The 2015 TLIA dues and lake assessment are coming in at a good pace for the year. Currently, 73% of households have paid their yearly dues. If you haven't already done so, please send your check for 2015. If you are a senior, you are eligible for a 20% discount. To qualify for a discount [...]
