Welcome to the Lake Association of Long Lake!
The Lake Association of Long Lake is dedicated to preserving the beauty, health, and enjoyment of our cherished lake community. Whether you’re a full-time resident, a seasonal visitor, or simply love spending time on the water, we invite you to stay informed, get involved, and share in the stewardship of Long Lake. Explore our site to find news, events, opportunities, and resources that celebrate the lake life we all treasure.
Jim Wallen was elected as President of the Lake Association through a special election at the Summer Meeting held on July 4th, 2026.
President’s Message
Hello Lake Association members.
This is Jim Wallen, your newly elected Association president. I thought I would put out a short note for those of you that don’t know me and reintroduce myself to those that do.
I have been with the Lake Association since the very beginning. I drafted our original bylaws, was our corporation’s registered agent, served on the Board of Directors and coordinated our first 3 lake planning grants. I have worked with various groups within our organization on just about every project we have taken on. The best part of those experiences was all the amazing friendships that I have made. Something about freezing your hands off putting in an aerator fence, or standing neck deep in water fixing the boat landing, or even pulling a float in the parade have been the best part of being a member of this organization.
There are so many talented people in our group that have made the Association what it is today. As I was reviewing the membership roster I saw very few names that I didn’t recognize. So many of you have already contributed in the past and hopefully will continue doing so in the future. I believe we are a community gem for the greater Long Lake area. We should all be proud when we see the beautiful beach, hiking trail, the public fishing pier or the many other things that make Long Lake special.
In closing I’d like to say – don’t be afraid to volunteer or get involved. What you get out of the experience will be way more satisfying than what you put in.
Have a great rest of the summer. Hope to see you around!
Jim
Joining the Lake Association of Long Lake is a meaningful way to contribute and support the maintenance of the lake’s beauty and vitality for all to appreciate.
Everyone is welcome!
Your Donations at Work
2025 Adopt A Classroom
Supporting Our Local Classrooms! 
The Lake Association of Long Lake is proud to “adopt” two local classrooms! 
At our 2025 Annual Meeting, Sissie Sullivan and Sue Schallenberg proposed “adopting” one classroom in the Florence School District and one classroom in the Laona School District.
In October, Sissie and Sue made the presentation of a $250 award to Michelle Ferm, a Junior High Reading Teacher at Laona Schools. They followed that with a presentation of the other $250 award to Stephanie Tomczak, a 5th grade teacher at Florence Elementary School. The Lake Association will continue this educational support for many years to come. We would not be able to support our community without the support of our members! THANK YOU to Sissie and Sue for such a great idea to support our community! A big thank you to all the dedicated teachers shaping the future right here at home — your hard work and care truly make a difference! 
Rebuilt and fortified the public boat launch dock (2019)
Provide new decking on the public boat launch dock
Performed boat launch ramp repair (2016)
Installed box and provided envelopes for fishing derby registrations (2024)
Maintain, operate and fund the aeration systems on the lake (ongoing)
Research and obtain aeration system for the south end of the lake
Researched, wrote, and obtained grant for new aerator (2016)
Performed outhouse repairs by the boat launch and beach facilities (2016-2017)
🟤 Installed skylights
🟤 Replaced roof
🟤 Stained
Sponsored an Eagle Scout project to create a walking trail between the boat landing and the beach (2018)
Adopted the Long Lake Public Beach
🔶 Refurbishment (2017)
🔶 Beach Safety (ongoing)
Purchased safety buoys for swim area (2019)
Purchased life ring for beach use (2019)
Maintain and repair handicap accessible ramp to beach (ongoing)
Total refurbishment of the public fishing pier
🔷 New decking
🔷 Welding work
🔷 Upgrade railings
🔷 New benches, etc.
Repaired public fishing pier for the 2019 season (2019)
Funded repairs to the Long Lake public fishing pier (2015)
Constructed a signage tree by the boat launch to post public notices (2025)
Provide signage for public boat landing and beach (ongoing)
Sponsor and maintain the Long Lake Walking Trail (ongoing)
Performed kiosk repair (2016)
- Installed a watercraft parking area adjacent to the public beach (2018-2019)
- Conduct water testing of Long Lake in conjunction with Florence County (ongoing)
- Actively participate in the Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Program (ongoing)
- Actively participate in the Wisconsin Clean Boats Clean Waters (CBW) Program (ongoing)
- Work closely with the Wisconsin DNR to maintain a healthy lake and sustainable fish population (ongoing)
- Built a new shed/house for the older aerator and to store Lake Association equipment (2017)
- Purchased Brush Cutter and Blower to help maintain beach area and walking trail (2017-2018)
- Obtained Wisconsin raffle licenses to run fundraisers throughout the year (ongoing)
- Partnered with other Lake Associations to share information and ideas (ongoing)
- Established Facebook account and dedicated page to share information and communicate news and events to membership and beyond (ongoing)
- Conduct fundraisers throughout the year to raise funds (ongoing)
- Adopt-A-Highway – Clean up Road 2168 (ongoing)
- Monitor and research available grants for large dollar lake needs
- Aeration system for the south end
- possible baler system to remove weeds for lake usage
Next Goals
- Total refurbishment of the public fishing pier
- Provide new decking on the public boat launch dock
- Research and obtain aeration system for the south end of the lake
- Fish stocking
- Monitor and research available grants for large dollar lake needs
