“A lake is the landscape’s most beautiful and expressive feature. It is Earth’s eye; looking into which the beholder measures the depth of his own nature.”
- Henry David Thoreau
Since 1970, we have led the effort to permanently protect the land and water on and around the Whitefish Chain of Lakes in central Minnesota.
WAPOA Events
We want to connect with you! Find out when and where. Events include Trivia Nights, Annual Meetings, Boat Shows, Grandpa’s Run for the Walleye, Tree Sales, various conservation related informational sessions and more.
Register now for Grandpa’s Run for the Walleye!
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WAPOA News
Learn about past events, business profiles, news from the area and more!
WAPOA Loons
See the loons of Whitefish Chain in all their glory!
Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention
One of the primary goals for WAPOA is the prevention of Aquatic Invasive Species in our lakes. Over the last 8 years WAPOA has spent over $275,000 to provide additional hours of inspections at boat landings on the Whitefish Chain. In 2021 alone, WAPOA spent close to $55,000 for AIS prevention and inspections. All of this is made possible by your membership dues and generous donations.
Join us for the 8th Annual AIS Roundtable. Learn more here!