Wake Boats Should Stay in Deeper Waters

Wake Boat activity has increased substantially in recent years.  While the challenges and excitement of the sport are undeniable, they do produce large wakes which can have harmful side effects to our lakes.

Large wakes erode the shoreline and stir up bottom sediment which introduces phosphorus back into the water column.  Phosphorus can cause algae blooms.  Sediment hinders water clarity, can clog fish gills and suffocate fish eggs.  View the video  revealing adversarial impact from wake boats on lakes below. 

To adhere to the State of Michigan Department of Natural Resources recommendations please stay at least 500’ from shore, and in water more than 15 feet deep. Your help in both upholding these guidelines and spreading the word will go a long way towards maintaining the health of our lake.
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