The Carlin Lake Association, a voluntary group of local residents, successfully protected Carlin Lake from a proposed bottling plant that would have pumped 12,000 gallons per day from the nearby aquifer.

Over seven years, the association navigated local, state, federal, and even international regulations to defend the lake, its watershed, and the surrounding community. Their efforts highlight the power of lake associations in preserving water quality, fisheries, and local ecosystems.

Read the full article on our website: How a Voluntary Lake Association Saved Carlin Lake