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Hi Folks,You may have seen some folks out on the lakes yesterday, or perhaps you’ll see them today or tomorrow, in surve...
09/01/2026

Hi Folks,

You may have seen some folks out on the lakes yesterday, or perhaps you’ll see them today or tomorrow, in survey boats checking for the amount of Eurasian Water Milfoil (EWM) in each of our lakes. This survey will help us better understand the extent of the problem and determine the best way to combat it next year.

Next week, our DNR specialist and one of his staff members will be up here and out on our chain with Al Bochler and me. This will give them their first opportunity to get out on the water, see our lakes firsthand, and get a better understanding of the areas where we’re dealing with EWM and the challenges we’re facing.

We’re hopeful that having the DNR folks see the situation firsthand will help us develop an effective plan for dealing with EWM in 2027.

If you see this crew out on the Lakes today be sure to Thank them. They are removing invasive Purple Loosestrife from o...
08/29/2026

If you see this crew out on the Lakes today be sure to Thank them. They are removing invasive Purple Loosestrife from our shoreline and have been for many years.

If you want to know more about this invasive species just Google it.

Pike Chain of Lakes are you really more clear than most lakes in Wisconsin? YesGenerally our lakes rate high in clarity...
08/15/2026

Pike Chain of Lakes are you really more clear than most lakes in Wisconsin? Yes
Generally our lakes rate high in clarity.

Our Pike Chain Education Committee is sharing this information to you.

Wisconsin DNR specifically describe our lakes as having “clear water of high transparency.”

Our Testing Volunteers:

Buskey Bay Glen Viggiano
Millicent Eddie Wangensteen
Hart Gary Teigen
Twin Bear Derek Ogle
Eagle Gary Hagstrom

A “Secchi” disk is used to measure the clarity during summer months.
A black and white circle is dropped into the water and lowered until out of sight. Marking that place then it is lowered a few more feet and pulled up to reveal the mark where it appears again. Then the average measurement is logged.

Yesterday, August 14th, Millicent Lake was logged at 23 1/2’ at 11:14am and the water was recorded as green in color.

The end of the summer we will post the results of our other lakes. Lake results are then logged with our state.

This sweet pup was found on County H near Phantom Lake and has been turned over to the Bayfield County Sheriff.
08/04/2026

This sweet pup was found on County H near Phantom Lake and has been turned over to the Bayfield County Sheriff.

07/29/2026

We all LOVE the Loons!

Loons on Hart Lake sent in by Kristen Angster, thank you!!
What a Unique Experience!!

Reminder to Attend our Annual Lake Meeting, Saturday August 1st

8:30 Coffee and Social
9:00 Annual Meeting
10:15 “Dark Sky” Presentation

7 - Day Countdown!!Pike Chain of Lakes Annual Meeting Saturday, August 1st Iron River Community Center8:...
07/25/2026

7 - Day Countdown!!
Pike Chain of Lakes Annual Meeting
Saturday, August 1st

Iron River Community Center

8:30 Social Times and Membership Chat
9:00-10:00 Business Meeting

Please join to support our Lakes and Learn about our Association Outlook.

Folks we’d like to share current Air Quality information for our area with the new Canadian and Northern Minnesota Fores...
07/15/2026

Folks we’d like to share current Air Quality information for our area with the new Canadian and Northern Minnesota Forest Fires.

We woke up to smoke filled skies and heavy fire/smoke smells in the air.

Information is changing by the day but here is what has been reported.

07/05/2026

Wow, last night’s fireworks were outstanding. Thanks to the Pagac’s and over 25 generous folks who donated through me !!!

Pagac’s dog ran away during fireworks 😔😔Mini Blue Heeler named Bear. Can't see or hear real well. Last seen on McCarry L...
07/05/2026

Pagac’s dog ran away during fireworks 😔😔Mini Blue Heeler named Bear. Can't see or hear real well. Last seen on McCarry Lake Rd.

Greeting to All Pike Chain Folks!❤️🤍💙 Happy 250 Birthday America! We have some Reminders for your Summer.Our Annual Pike...
07/02/2026

Greeting to All Pike Chain Folks!

❤️🤍💙 Happy 250 Birthday America!

We have some Reminders for your Summer.

Our Annual Pike Chain Meeting is
August 1st at the Iron River Community Center.
8:30 Check in and Social Time
9:00 Annual Meeting

Fireworks at Dusk July 4th in Twin Bear Lake

Check out our New Webpage:

pike chain.org

Attached you will find the Wisconsin DNR rules on Slow/No Wake Zones. It’s important to be informed and be safe.

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Iron River, WI
54847

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