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Lake Restoration

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Otsego Lake Association & Restorative Lake Sciences Partnership

The primary mission of the Otsego Lake Association (OLA) is the restoration and long-term preservation of Otsego Lake. To support this mission, OLA partners with Restorative Lake Sciences (RLS) to implement and manage a comprehensive, long-term lake management plan on an annual basis. RLS conducts scientific assessments of lake health, performs annual invasive species surveys, and provides expert guidance to ensure the lake’s sustainability and protection for future generations.
 

Recognizing the critical importance of this partnership, the OLA Board has renewed its contract with RLS for 2026. This seven-year collaboration has been instrumental in monitoring and protecting the health of Otsego Lake. Notably, the annual cost of $18,000 has remained unchanged since the partnership began, reflecting both a consistent investment in the lake’s future and a strong, enduring relationship with RLS.

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Shoreline Erosion

One of the best ways to prevent shoreline erosion is by utilizing native plants because they have extensive root systems that hold soil in place.  

Native Plants

Otsego Conservation District has a big Native Plant Nursery, we’re happy to help make recommendations.

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