Organization Update
Due to lack of community support, the SCLA Board has decided it is time to scale back its activities. We
will continue to manage our existing programs (Aquatic Invasive Species, Fisheries Management, Water
Health & Clarity, Channel & Landing Maintenance, and Community Infrastructure) and maintain our 501
(c (3) status, in the event we tackle future projects that require fundraising.
In light of this change, we will no longer solicit membership dues from existing or new members. We will
also discontinue future quarterly newsletters. Any new information that the Association would like to
share with the community will either be posted on this website or at the Side Lake Post Office.
Upcoming Events
BARR Engineering will be presenting their engineering plan for the east opening of the Little-to-
Big Sturgeon Lake channel on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at the Side Lake Community Rec
Center at 6:30 PM. This meeting will be live and also broadcast via ZOOM or other online
platform.
We need community feedback on this important project, so please plan to attend.
The Sturgeon Chain Lake Association (SCLA) was established in 1999 with the original goals of protecting and improving the health of the lakes and rivers within the boundaries of the Association and enhancing the outdoor experience for everyone who shares it, today and well into the future.
Today, our non-profit continues to support this original vision/mission, working on many initiatives that affect our lakes, rivers, and community.
The current programs of priority include:
- Aquatic Invasive Species Control
- Fisheries Management
- Water Quality, Clarity, and Health
- Channel & Landing
- Maintenance
- Static Dam Levels & Maintenance
- Community Infrastructure Management
WE SERVE THE FOLLOWING COMMUNITIES:
- French & Bearville Townships
- South Sturgeon Lake
- Big Sturgeon Lake
- Side Lake
- Little Sturgeon Lake
- Beatrice Lake
- West Sturgeon Lake
- Perch Lake