Outlet Tube Inspection

The outlet tube of the Galway Lake dam will undergo a routine video inspection on July 1, 2013. In order to prepare for this inspection the lake level of Galway Lake is being dropped to 20.6’ in order for the lake level to drop below the dam’s upper weir.

GLCA Dam Outlet Tube

The dropping of the lake level is necessary to allow for the robot that is used to transit the outlet tube without water running through the tube. The dam will be closed Sunday night to allow for the inspection and the lake will refill to the summer level as soon as the inspection is completed.

The GLCA performs these inspections on a regular basis as part of our safety inspection program that includes the dam and all associated controls.

Invasive Aquatic Plants & Species

Please educate yoursel fon the Invasive plants and species that can alter Galway Lake as we know it today.

INVASIVES TO LOOK FOR IN GALWAY LAKE
INVASIVES TO LOOK FOR IN GALWAY LAKE

Protecting Galway Lake is at the forefront of the GLCA’s Lake Preservation Committee efforts and the Galway Lake community at large.

As the summer of 2013 is fast approaching we would like you to be watching for the first sign of an invasive plant or species in Galway Lake. To help you in identifying these plants and species the Lake Preservation Committee has put together a two page document that can help you to visually identify these hazards to our lake.

Please take the time to download, read and share this document with your family and friends. Early identification can help us in trying to control one of these plants or species when detected in the lake.

Invasive Aquatic Plants & Other Invasive Species Document for download

If you have any questions, concerns, or input on issues affecting the lake please reach out to the Lake Preservation Committee as they would like to discuss these items with you.

2012 CSLAP Report

The following link will take you to the Galway Lake CSLAP Summary 2012.pdf that presents the results of the 2012 lake survey. Additional information from past CSLAP surveys is available within the Documents of Interest section of the GLCA website for your review.

The following information is from the http://www.cslap.net website and will provide you with an overview of the program.

What is CSLAP? The Citizens Statewide Lake Assessment Program (CSLAP) is a volunteer lake monitoring program run by the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) and the NYS Federation of Lake Associations, Inc. (NYSFOLA). It was initiated in 1985, with the support of New York Governor Mario M. Cuomo. It was modeled after successful volunteer programs in Vermont, Maine, Illinois, and Minnesota.

Each participating lake association is a member of NYSFOLA, a not-for-profit coalition of lake associations and others interested in lake management. NYSFOLA was founded in 1983 and presently serves nearly 200 lake associations as well as individual and corporate members.

Citizen volunteers from NYSFOLA-member lake associations are responsible for collecting biweekly water quality data and samples from June through October. In 2005, nearly 100 lakes participated in the program. Samples are collected from surface waters (epilimnion) for shallow lakes. Bottom, or hypolimnion, samples are collected from deeper lakes. Parameters include water temperature, transparency, conductivity, pH, color, phosphorus, nitrogen, Chlorophyll A, and calcium.

Water samples are sent to a state-certified laboratory (currently Upstate Fresh Water Institute in Syracuse, NY) for analysis. These results and other lake measurements are forwarded to NYSFOLA and NYSDEC. Each participating lake receives a report highlighting the year’s sampling results. In addition, results are stored electronically to allow for the comparison of historical data and current conditions. This allows changes and trends in water quality to be observed and predicted for CSLAP lakes. Ultimately, CSLAP participation provides NYSDEC and NYSFOLA lake associations with a basis for making management decisions.

In order to ensure that the data collected is of the highest caliber, all volunteers are trained to adhere to procedures set forth in the CSLAP Sampling Protocol. Lakes are asked to commit to a five-year sampling regimen. Hence, a firm commitment from volunteers and lake associations is required prior to enlisting in the program.

Galway Lake CSLAP Summary 2012

2012 Annual Letter Attachments

The following two attachments are associated with the 2012 GLCA Annual Letter and contain information about Blue-Green Algae and what you can do as a Camper to help the lake.

ATTENTION CAMPERS Blue-Green Algae

HOW CAMPERS CAN HELP

These documents are also available in the GLCA website’s Documents of Interest section.

2011 Lake Preservation Report

Protecting Galway Lake is at the forefront of the GLCA’s Lake Preservation Committee efforts.

For further information on the work that is in process and suggestions on how you can help in protecting the quality of Galway Lake please be sure to read the information provided by the Lake Preservation Committee below.

If you have any questions, concerns or input on issues affecting the lake please reach out to the Lake Preservation Committee as they would like to discuss these items with you.

2011 Lake Preservation Report

Results of Darrin Aquatic Plant Survey

Quantitative Aquatic Plant Survey

In August 2011 the GLCA contracted Darrin Fresh Water Institute to conduct an Aquatic Plant Growth survey of Galway Lake. This survey was conducted to provide the Association with a means to quantitatively measure the success of the 2010 – 2011 drawdown.

The aquatic plant survey was designed to provide data on aquatic plant distribution and to evaluate a treatment program based on lake level drawdown and benthic barrier installation to control Eurasian watermilfoil (Myriophyllum spicatum).

The Darrin report is provided here for your review:

Galway Lake Plant Survey Report 2011

Junior Training Program Starts Jul 9

This summer the Galway Lake Sailing Club is offering a special program to teach children to sail, row, paddle, and safely enjoy the water. The program will start on July 9th and will run each Saturday morning, during the summer, from 9:30 – 11:30.

This is a wonderful opportunity to introduce your child to the sports of sailing, rowing, and paddling and for them to learn about water safety while meeting children from around the lake and develop friendships. If you do not have a boat one will be provided during the program.

First Junior Training Session: 9:30 AM, Saturday, July 9 at the Aronstein Camp, 2650 May Road. 2011 Junior Sailing Program Information

Please contact either Matt Kniskern or Rich Colucciello for more information about the program. We hope to see you and your children on July 9th.

Matt Kniskern
Phone: 791-7967
Email: mknisker@nycap.rr.com

Rich Colucciello
Phone: 391-0237
Email: rcolucciello@nycap.rr.com

GLSC Youth Sailing Flyer

2011 Junior Sailing Program

Integrated Lake Management Plan

This spring the GLCA’s Lake Preservation committee published the initial integrated management plan (IMP) for Galway Lake.

During this work, the committee examined all proven means to control nutrients and invasive weeds within the lake. These include Aquatic Herbicides, Harvesting (mechanical), Rotovating & Hydroraking, Dredging, Weed Suppression Mats, Draw Down, and Biological Controls.

The IMP will be a living document by which we will manage Galway Lake and measure our success.

GLCA Lake Management Plan 05052011

2009 Mussel & Flea Handout

2010 Lake Preservation Report

Protecting Galway Lake is at the forefront of the GLCA’s Lake Preservation Committee efforts.

For further information on the work that is in process and suggestions on how you can help in protecting the quality of Galway Lake please be sure to read the information provided by the Lake Preservation Committee below.

If you have any questions, concerns or input on issues affecting the lake please reach out to the Lake Preservation Committee as they would like to discuss these items with you.

2010 Lake Preservation Report

How Campers Can Help Protect Our Lake

ATTENTION CAMPERS Blue-Green Algae