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A note from Board Member Hank Pender about Saturday's fireworks and Boating Safety: The Fourth of July fireworks are one of the highlights of the summer, bringing hundreds of boaters together for an unforgettable evening on the water. With increased traffic and limited visibility after sunset, every captain plays an important role in keeping the celebration safe for everyone. Before leaving the dock, take a few minutes to ensure that your navigation lights are working properly. A simple pre-departure check can prevent confusion and reduce the risk of an accident.Once the fireworks conclude,…continue reading →

Look for an upcoming article in our Summer Newsletter on the Annual Meeting (June 9th), but for now, you can view the presentations: The pre-meeting slideshow, with pictures taken by members [click here] The Annual Meeting slides [click here] Melissa DeSimone's "Hot Topics" presentation [click here]continue reading →

Next Week! Join Us for the 2026 GLQO Annual Meeting! This is our yearly get-together for GLQO Members and other interested parties. Learn about the GLQO and listen to a local environmental expert. · Get an update on GLQO activities and how you can get involved· Special Guest Speaker: Melissa DiSimone, Executive Director Michigan Lakes and Streams Association Melissa will be touching on hot topics for inland lake residents. To RSVP, for directions, and additional information, go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gull-lake-quality-organization-annual-meeting-tickets-1988515697982 Zoom meeting for those wishing to attend virtually:Meeting ID: 613 743 1603Password: 616365Refreshments provided, starting at…continue reading →

GLQO is again looking for part-time employees to staff the Boat Wash at the Prairieville Township Park on Gull Lake. Hours are primarily on weekends and holidays from mid-May through early September. Attendants are responsible for helping people wash their boats before and after being on the lake and provide owners with information about the importance of controlling aquatic invasive species. The Coordinator position requires more supervisory experience and can be designed to be an internship for college students interested in environmental issues.  If you have questions, feel free to contact us via…continue reading →

The Van Buren Conservation District presented a Michigan Lakes and Streams Association Seminar in September, and we have made their slides available. Yes, the choice of trees you plant can impact lake quality!continue reading →

It’s that time again: put away the boats and docks, rake the leaves (but not into the lake!) and… RENEW your membership in the Gull Lake Quality Organization!  A personal appeal letter will be coming to you soon that includes an updated brochure and form for renewing – you can also renew on-line from our website, where you can pay dues electronically. Dues for the base membership in GLQO have been raised to $50. This is the first increase in dues we’ve done in over 10 years and is needed to help us…continue reading →

[Editor's Note 1: Not all lake foams in the Fall are of concern - These are most often due to natural processes, such as Fall cooling][Editor's Note 2: The GLQO does plan to participate in this study, and invites others to coordinate / participate][Editor's Note 3: for more information, see Board Member Gary Mittelbach's article on lake foam in the Fall 2020 GLQO Newsletter]Take part in the study through Western Michigan University and Michigan Geological Survey, learn more: https://mailchi.mp/mymlsa.org/pfas-foam-study-on-lakes Michigan Lakes PFAS Foam Reporting Request Western Michigan University, in partnership with the Michigan Geological…continue reading →

Our boat wash coordinator Amber Widner has put together a nice little infographic around herbicides, pesticides, and what is safe to use around the waters of the Gull Lake watershed. Click on the thumbnail below for a full PDF of the file, suitable for printing.continue reading →

Invasive plant treatments are scheduled for this coming Thursday and Friday (July 17 and 18). The three areas to be treated are 1) the channel just North of the Country Club 2) by Gull Lake Ministries and 3) on the west shore near 'Mosquito Island'.A map of the treatment areas can be found here.continue reading →

by Amber Widner and Susan Harrison Thanks to the partnership between GLQO and Prairieville Township, the shoreline along Prairieville Creek in the Township Park on Gull Lake has been enhanced with the introduction of hundreds of beautiful native plants. This effort is part of GLQO’s mission to illustrate the ecological benefits of creating native shorelines along our waterways. The introduction of native plants along the creek helps to stop erosion into the creek (and lake) and supports native insects and animals. An added bonus is that these plants add color and beauty to…continue reading →