Saturday, August 1, 2026

2026 Annual Meeting

Thank you to everyone who attended and participated in today's annual meeting. It was an informative and productive gathering.

The meeting agenda and presentation materials are now posted for anyone who would like to review them.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support and care for our lakes!

Agenda and Report:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1K95B7JiCy4OjAm_80HGfztaDPvqFbh4P/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=115703565651952615225&rtpof=true&sd=true

Meeting Slide Deck:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FCmVOtFdVsVUQxqsWmidcpJITtojieIh/view?usp=sharing

Lake Steward Update:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/14PYGJti-uWDis1MOPXvUa_WAM0MeiNvs/view?usp=drive_link


Note about Mechanical Aquatic Plant Removal: 

During the Pine-Cedar Lakes Association annual meeting today, we had a presentation by guest speaker Tristan Ehlenfeldt from Lake Life Dock & Lift regarding mechanical aquatic weed removal. There was significant interest, so I wanted to share this information with all lake property owners.

If you are interested in learning more or scheduling this service, please reply to Julie Kees at juliekees@msn.com and indicate which of the following you are interested in:

  • Removal of non-emergent (submerged) aquatic weeds – This service is time-sensitive and should be completed within the next two weeks if you would like it done this season.
  • Removal of emergent (above-water) aquatic vegetation – This work requires a Minnesota DNR permit before it can be completed.

Tristan can assist with either service. If there is sufficient interest from multiple homeowners, he may be able to coordinate the work, which could result in cost savings for participants.

Please note that the Pine-Cedar Lakes Association is not endorsing Lake Life Dock & Lift or any specific contractor. Our goal is simply to share information about an available option for aquatic weed management. Each property owner should determine the approach and service provider that best meets their needs.

Additional information about these services is available at lakelifedockandlift.com.

Thank you.


Saturday, August 2, 2025

2025 Pine - Cedar Lakes Association Annual Meeting

 Thank you for joining us for the Pine-Cedar Lakes Association Annual Meeting

If you missed it, here is the agenda: 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/13SsW2DW417YGO19MVZbr7G-MzkYj56X_/view?usp=sharing

And presentation slide deck: 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fARpRE5JmFyUFDgnH2CejLUYFPAaHYwZ/view?usp=sharing

Guest Speaker: Lily Carr, MN Lakes & Rivers and Lake Steward Program



Saturday, September 28, 2024

Preserving and Restoring Natural Lakeshores in Minnesota

Check out MPR's series on Preserving and Restoring Natural Lakeshores in Minnesota:

Trouble by the water: Minnesota's vanishing natural lakeshores | MPR News



Zebra Mussels confirmed in Cedar Lake, Morrison County

Zebra mussels confirmed in Cedar Lake in Morrison County : Sep 26, 2024 | News release | Minnesota DNR (state.mn.us)

Whether or not a lake has any invasive species, Minnesota law requires people to:

  • Clean watercraft, trailers and equipment to remove aquatic plants and prohibited invasive species.
  • Drain all water and leave drain plugs out during transport.
  • Dispose of unwanted bait in the trash.
  • Never release bait, plants or aquarium pets into Minnesota waters.
  • Dry docks, lifts and rafts for 21 days before moving them from one water body to another.

These additional steps reduce the risk of spreading aquatic invasive species:

  • Decontaminate watercraft and equipment – find free stations on the courtesy decontamination page of the DNR website.
  • Spray watercraft and equipment with high-pressure water or rinse with water if high-pressure water is not available.
  • Dry watercraft and equipment for at least five days before using in another water body.

Sunday, February 11, 2024

DATE CHANGE: Pine-Cedar Lakes Association Annual Meeting, August 3, 2024!

 

DATE CHANGE: Pine-Cedar Lakes Association Annual Meeting 
will be on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at 8:30 am at Eagles Nest, 
Camp Lebanon

Culvert Update

Culvert Update:

At the 2023 Pine Cedar Lakes Association annual meeting, a review was done of the status of the culvert on the south end of Pine Lake. It was determined there had been a culvert present, but it was broken and clogged. The next step was for the township board to submit an application to the Morrison County Soil and Water Conservation District requesting replacement of the culvert. If it was approved, then a new culvert would be inserted based on DNR and soil/water specifications.

This application was submitted. It was subsequently rejected for being incomplete. To move forward, would require a set of engineering plans. "This plan would consist of but is not limited to the size, location, and elevation of the replacement culvert. The plan would need to be developed by the Elmdale Township and a licensed engineer to address the culvert placement details."

A discussion with an Elmdale Township board member suggested they do not have the funds to advance this, as it would likely be greater than $10,000 plus the culvert and placement cost. Therefore, the Pine Cedar Lakes Association Board tabled this item for now.

Saturday, July 1, 2023

 July 1, 2023, Annual Pine-Cedar Lakes Association Meeting 

Pine Cedar Lakes Annual Meeting 2023 

To view RMB Lakes Monitoring Database (water testing results): 
Environmental Lab | Detroit Lakes, MN | RMB Environmental Laboratories, Inc (rmbel.com)

Shoreline Restoration

PRESO: Summary Survey Both Lakes

PRESO: Water Level

SURVEY: All Data Compare Lakes

2023 CLP initial results report CEDAR

2023 CLP initial results report PINE

Contact List:

Name

Responsibility

Phone

Email/Internet Address

Eric Altena

DNR Fisheries Manager

320-232-1069

eric.altena@state.mn.us

Mark Anderson

DNR Hydrologist

320-232-1078

mark.anderson@state.mn.us

 

DNR LakeFinder

An online tool that finds and displays detailed information about most lakes in Minnesota

 

https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/lakefind/index.html

DNR Parks and Trails

Contact for issues at the boat landing

888-646-6367

info.dnr@state.mn.us

 

https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/parks_trails/index.html

 

Christine Jurek

DNR Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Specialist

320-233-7847

christine.jurek@state.mn.us

 

https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/invasives/ais/contacts.html

 

Morrison County Sheriff’s Office

Water Patrol Division

Non-emergency:

320-632-9233

https://www.co.morrison.mn.us/179/Patrol-Division

 

RMB Labs

Water Testing

 

View lake monitoring data base

218-846-1465

https://www.rmbel.com/lakes-monitoring-database

 

 

Nancy Stewart

Public Water Access and Fishing Pier Program Coordinator

 

Contact regarding signage at a water access managed by the DNR

 

651-259-5616

nancy.stewart@state.mn.us

Darrin Welle

Morrison County Land Services,

Shoreland Specialist

 

Contact regarding Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Program

320-632-0100

darrinw@co.morrison.mn.us

Shannon Wettstein

Morrison Soil and Water Conservation District,

District Manager

320-631-3553

shannon.wettstein@morrisonswcd.org

 

https://morrisonswcd.org/

 

 

 



Thanks, Pine-Cedar Lakes Association Members! We had a great annual meeting today. I will be posting the documents/information from the meeting. As always, reach out with questions or concerns. 

Remember--4th of July Boat Parade on Pine Lake, 7/4 at 11 am! Prize awarded for the best-decorated boat!

Have a fun and safe holiday weekend!

Monday, May 29, 2023


Greetings from Pine-Cedar Lakes Association!

We look forward to seeing everyone at the Annual Meeting, Saturday, July 1, 2023, at 8:30 AM at Camp Lebanon Eagle’s Nest. The meeting will have the traditional agenda, updates on the lakes, the election of board members, and door prizes!

Sunday, January 29, 2023

Each year Morrison Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) offers thousands of trees to landowners at inexpensive prices. 

Here is the website to learn more: Tree Sales - Morrison Soil and Water (morrisonswcd.org)

Pine-Cedar Lakes Association has hired RMB Labs to conduct a plant survey of both Pine and Cedar Lakes. Here are the reports for 2021 and 2022. Previous surveys have been posted on the blog.

Pine Lake 2021

Cedar Lake 2021

Pine Lake 2022

Cedar Lake 2022