The combined cost of controlling invasive plants and the ongoing scientific work to protect the water quality of the lakes from phosphorus pollution will be in the tens of thousands of dollars. Each of us has a stake in maintaining the water quality of Lac Courte Oreilles. It is imperative that everyone become a Partner in protecting the lakes by contributing money for COLA’s operations. Just the minimal donation of $100 from the approximate 650 property owners on the lake would generate $65,000. So please consider a donation. (More information about the State of the Lakes in 2021.)