Excellent Water Clarity on Lake Riley

Long-time resident on Lake Riley, John Bushey gives a historical perspective on the exceptionally clear water we have on Lake Riley.

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Boat Parade

The votes are in for last year's 4th of July Parade.  See who ended up with the trophies and start planning your theme for next year.

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2020 Objectives

CLEAN LAKE

• Free of pollution & refuse
• Free of excessive weeds & algae
• Minimize impact of Aquatic Invasive Species

BETTER FISHING

• Proper stocking
• Removal of rough fish
• Suitable spawning areas

SAFE LAKE

• Boating, fishing, swimming, water sports, and winter activities can be enjoyed by all
• Free from fear of danger of boating law violators
• Under supervision of proper authorities

BUILD COMMUNITY

• Provide opportunities for neighbors around lake to interact and get to know one another
• Support uses of the lake beneficial to broader community

ANNUAL MEETING
The last LRIA Meeting was on April 29th, 2019, at the American Legion in Chanhassen.  If you weren't able to make it, we will have the meeting notes posted over the next week.

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Ice In/Ice Out Winner!

Congratulations to Chad Henfling for winning both the Ice In and Ice Out guesses this year.  For his amazing feats
​of clairvoyance, Chad won both trophies and two $30 gift cards to Lion's Tap restaurant.

​His winning guesses were:

Ice In:  December 1 at 8:00am
Ice Out:  April 9 at 8:00am

(pictures and videos courtesy of David Florenzano)

Ice Boats are running!

Check out the cool wind-powered ice boats running around Like Riley the past few weeks.  The lack of snow and thawing-then-freezing temperatures have created the perfect landscape for them to run on.  

*Please remember to mark any large fish holes that you cut in the ice to keep everyone safe.  

Updates from the Watershed District

The association works in conjunction with the Watershed District to help keep Lake Riley clean, healthy, and beautiful.  Download the new brochure to learn more.

Download Brochure

CONTRIBUTE TO THE FISH FUND
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We are now collecting donations to contribute to the fish fund.  Every year, the LRIA pays to stock fish in the lake that will help with the overall fish health and population.  This is 100% funded by your contributions, so please donate today for fantastic fishing tomorrow.

Donate to Fish Fund

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Partnerships

Every season brings opportunities for Lake Riley neighbors to connect with each other. Many members are active with our Watershed District and the Southwest Metro Lakes Coalition. We have partnered with the University of Minnesota in their world-class carp study, and continue to work with them as they study the complicated balance between lake vegetation, aquatic life, and nutrients in the water.

Members of the LRIA are proud of the abundant fish, fowl and animal life that are brought together by the water of Lake Riley. Keeping the lake healthy to sustain the natural life that abounds within and around it is a priority for the Lake Riley Improvement Association. It is a cherished natural and recreational resource for the whole community.

Watershed District
University of Minnesota
Minnesota DNR

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Let's Go Fishing

 Let's Go Fishing operates fishing trips for seniors, veterans, and the disabled on Lake Riley and other bodies of water.  Please contact them if you would like to get involved in their mission.  

Let's Go Fishing

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Lake Riley in 1945

​Guidelines for Ice Safety.

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Watershed Awareness Worksheet

The Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed District works to protect our lakes, streams, and wetlands. Watershed districts are unique to Minnesota. They are local government bodies, organized under the state Board of Water and Soil Resources. Their boundaries can cross multiple cities and counties. Why? Because they are based around a watershed, all the land that drains to a particular water body. We invite you to learn about the district, and how you can help to preserve clean water in our community.  ​Learn More