― NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS ―
Lake Foam Monitoring and Reporting
08/21/2025 (created)
The KLA is partnering with regional lake associations and researchers at Global Aquatic Research (GAR) to study foam events in greater detail. Foam events can appear as three-dimensional patches, long mid-lake streaks, and/or significant accumulations along shorelines.
GAR will be conducting a training session for volunteers on how and why to use the Finger Lakes Foam Reporting Tool. The meeting will be held remotely on August 29th from 4:30PM-5:30PM.
Google Meet joining info is as follows:
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/pez-nprd-jdx
Or dial: (US) +1 662-565-5195 PIN: 184 256 646#
The Finger Lakes Foam Reporting Tool Is Now Active!
08/20/2025 (created)
Finger Lakes Foam Reporting Tool
NYSDEC HABs Website
08/15/2024 (created)
NYSDEC Website for HABs Reporting
Keuka Lake HABs Monitoring Update
08/26/2025 (updated)
Good news! As of Sunday, August 24th there has not been much new HAB activity to report. The only DEC-confirmed HAB on Keuka Lake this past week was a small bloom in Hammondsport on Friday, August 22nd. This was the first bloom we've seen on this part of the lake. However, we remain in peak HAB season for another month or so. The continuing heat along with still air and warm water temperatures could trigger cyanobacteria blooms. Fortunately so far these blooms have dispersed within a short period of time. Please check back for timely HABs updates.
Annual Meeting - Held Saturday, July 19
08/04/2025 (created)
The KLA Annual Meeting was held Saturday, July 19 at Keuka College. The meeting was well attended by membership. The meeting featured a roundtable question and answer with the sheriffs from both Yates and Steuben Counties on boat and water safety, a presentation by Dr Dominique Dermino, an Assistant Professor of Biology at Keuka College, focused on cyanobacteria, and a presentation by Alex Koeberle, a PhD Candidate discussing fisheries conservation. Thank you to all members who attended.
our efforts
Water Testing with KLA Volunteers
- Monthly Via Boat regardless of weather
- Identifies changes within the lake
- Purchased New Probe in 2021 for improved reliability and data
Ongoing Effort
MISSION
Founded in 1956, the Keuka Lake Association, with over 1700 members, provides a unified voice for those who love Keuka Lake. Our mission is to preserve and protect Keuka Lake and its natural beauty for future generations.
Keuka Lake Association is a 501(c) (3) organization (a non-profit tax exempt organization under IRS rules). This distinction is defined by our service to the public and how we are mission-driven as opposed to profit-driven.
Gifts, donations and membership dues paid to our organization are used in direct service to the overall mission to preserve and protect Keuka Lake. Membership dues, donations and gifts are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law. Consult your professional tax preparer if you have specific tax related questions.
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