Frozen Assets Fundraiser
2024-01-27 20:00 - 23:59 (America/Chicago) | The Edgewater Hotel, 1001 Wisconsin Pl, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Frozen Assets Fundraiser, presented by Associated Bank and The Edgewater

Frozen Assets – Madison’s most fashionable fundraiser, is back at The Edgewater on Saturday, January 27th for the first time in four years!

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Frozen Assets Fundraiser details

Saturday, January 27th, 20248 p.m. – MidnightThe Edgewater (1001 Wisconsin Pl, Madison)Tickets: $150 each

Frozen Assets Fundraiser theme

Step on the gondola at The Edgewater and transform yourself to a Madison you’ve never seen. You’re high in the mountains at the exclusive Mendota Moonlight Club with breathtaking views of the most studied lake in the world below. Get ready for an unforgettable night of drinks, dancing, and vibrant decor.

High above the capital city, this club will light up the sky with its energy and excitement. Join the elite crowd in the mountains of Madison for a night you’ll never forget!

Frozen Assets week

The Frozen Assets Fundraiser is part of a 10-day, community-wide event. Frozen Assets is a FUNraiser, FRIENDraiser, and FUNDraiser which highlights the year-round value of our lakes, while raising money to protect our waters through lake improvement projects, educational programming, and our volunteer water quality monitoring program.

Be sure to keep an eye on Clean Lakes Alliance email and social media for updates on the popular Frozen Assets Festival and 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, February 3rd, as well as:

Pond hockey tournament

Kites on Mendota

Clean Lakes 101 Science Café and networking event

Nightly skating and engagement events at The Edgewater

See the entire week of Frozen Assets events.

History of the Frozen Assets Fundraiser

Frozen Assets, held at The Edgewater, is one of Madison’s boldest fundraiser parties, known for its creative themes, unique décor, and the fashion of attendees. The Frozen Assets Fundraiser, along with the Frozen Assets Festival, highlights the status of our lakes as our community’s number one asset. Frozen Assets raised $130,000 for our lakes in 2020.

Clean Lakes 101: What's Under the Ice?
2024-01-29 16:00 - 18:00 | The Edgewater Hotel, 1001 Wisconsin Pl, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Clean Lakes 101

Join us, along with TEMPO Madison, for this in-person science café and happy hour on Monday, January 29th, 2024, from 4 – 6 p.m.

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About the Science Café

Most lakes in Wisconsin are frozen for 3-5 months per year. Have you ever wondered what happens in lakes in the winter? Scientists from UW–Madison’s Center for Limnology will discuss how lakes function after they freeze over. Learn about the unique physics, chemistry, and biology of our lakes during this fascinating time of the year, and what a warming climate means for the future of Wisconsin’s lakes.

“Frozen Lakes” 101 is produced in partnership with TEMPO Madison, which is dedicated to shaping the climate and culture of our community by allowing future generations of women to succeed.

About our Speakers

Hilary Dugan

Hilary Dugan is an associate professor at the Center for Limnology at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. As a limnologist, Hilary studies how terrestrial and atmospheric changes, such as warming air temperatures or land use patterns, alter biogeochemical fluxes and aquatic processes in lakes. Her research balances field-based programs, which rely heavily on sensor networks, with the use and development of analytical models, and the application of geophysical and geospatial tools. Her research focus is on temperate and polar lakes, with sites spanning from Wisconsin to Antarctica.

Zach Feiner

Zach Feiner is a research scientist with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and the Center for Limnology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Zach’s research focuses on fisheries ecology and management, including the impacts of climate change on freshwater fish and fisheries, the effects of angler behavior and fisheries harvest on ecological and evolutionary processes in fish populations, and the importance of changing phenology to the functioning of aquatic ecosystems. He primarily works in temperate lakes and the Laurentian Great Lakes, combining field research with quantitative analysis and modeling of region- and continent-wide fisheries datasets.

Event Details

This in-person “Frozen Lakes” 101 Science Café will be held in The Edgewater’s Grand Ballroom (1001 Wisconsin Pl, Madison, WI 53703, Level 5). Doors open at 3:30 p.m. The program runs from 4 – 5 p.m. A Q/A session will follow the presentation as time allows.

Participants are then invited to join the Ice Happy Hour and enjoy a complimentary drink in The Edgewater’s Augie’s Tavern from 5 – 6 p.m.

About Ice Happy Hour

Enjoy socializing and networking at Augie’s Tavern after “Frozen Lakes” 101 from 5 – 6 p.m.

Complimentary event parking will be available at The Edgewater parking ramp. Parking spots fill up quickly and may be limited depending on hotel capacity.

Clean Lakes 101 Lecture Series

Clean Lakes 101 is a series of educational events open to the public and a great chance to learn more about the science behind the issues that affect our lakes. Each month we feature a different expert to make the science accessible and interesting to non-technical audiences. The series is produced in partnership with the UW-Madison Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies and UW-Extension Lakes, with presenting sponsor First Weber Foundation, hosting sponsor The Edgewater, supporting sponsors National Guardian Life Insurance Company and Alliant Energy, and media sponsor WKOW.

Frozen Assets Happy Hour & Lakeside Chat
2024-01-30 16:00 - 18:00 | The Edgewater, 1001 Wisconsin Place, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Aerial view of The Edgewater during the 2023 Frozen Assets, courtesy Robert Bertera

Join Clean Lakes Alliance staff, meet our Community Board, and chat with other donors for a special event on Lake Mendota at The Edgewater on Tuesday, January 30th.

Tuesday, January 30th; 4-6 p.m.The Edgewater, in the Nolen Gallery(1001 Wisconsin Pl, Madison)RSVP: rsvp@cleanlakesalliance.org

Enjoy a hosted beverage and a cash bar at this Clean Lakes Alliance networking and friend-raising event.

Madison's Largest Winter Workout (Formerly Frozen Assets 5K Run/Walk)
2024-02-03 10:00 - 12:00 | The Edgewater Hotel, 1001 Wisconsin Pl, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
We can’t race on the ice, but we can still get outside and move! Join us on Saturday, February 3rd at The Edgewater to pick up your event t-shirt (courtesy Lands’ End), receive your free beer/seltzer (courtesy Michelob Ultra), and participate in a barre3 workout – your registration supports work to protect and improve water quality in our lakes.

If weather conditions permit, the workout will take place outside on The Edgewater’s Grand Plaza. If weather conditions are unfavorable, the workout will take place inside The Edgewater on Level 5.

Registration

REGISTER – MADISON’S LARGEST WINTER WORKOUT

Your registration to this event includes admission, an event t-shirt (courtesy Lands’ End), and a free beer/seltzer (courtesy Michelob Ultra)! The registration pricing schedule is below:

$45 In-Person Participant

FREE for children 10 & under with purchase of adult registration

Best of all, your registration supports work to protect and improve water quality in our lakes!

The Workout

This signature barre3 class will consist of a full-body workout that combines strength, cardio, and mindfulness. We’ll start will a warmup, prepping our muscles and joints for the rest of class. Next, we’ll focus on our legs (front and back) and then head into cardio. After a quick reset with stretching, we’ll focus on core and postures that focus on abs. The class will finish with a little more stretching and breathwork. We’ll be rocking to some fun music, getting our heart rates up, hopefully getting a little sweaty, and having a blast on the Grand Plaza at The Edgewater!

Packet Pick Up

Packet Pick Up: Saturday, February 3rd, 8-9:30 a.m. INSIDE The Edgewater on Level 5 (immediately inside The Edgewater’s entrance from the parking garage on the ice rink level).

Terms & Conditions of Entry

By registering for this event, you agree to the Terms & Conditions of Entry. All entrants must read and agree to this declaration.

Weather

Organizers reserve the right to alter the event location due to factors including, but not limited to, ice conditions and weather. If conditions are deemed unsafe, the event may be cancelled or moved to an alternate location. Participants will be notified of any changes ahead of the event.

Free Post-Workout Beverage

All participants 21+ will receive a ticket for a free beer or seltzer compliments of Michelob Ultra from 10:30 a.m. – noon. on The Edgewater’s Grand Plaza.

Presenting Sponsors

2024 Frozen Assets Festival
2024-02-03 10:00 - 15:00 | The Edgewater Hotel, 1001 Wisconsin Pl, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
12th Annual Frozen Assets Festival

Saturday, February 3rd, 2024 (10 a.m. – 3 p.m.)The Edgewater & Lake MendotaFREE, open to the public

About the 2024 Festival

Join Clean Lakes Alliance on Saturday, February 3rd from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for Frozen Assets, presented by Associated Bank and The Edgewater! The family-friendly festival overlooking Lake Mendota at The Edgewater helps connect the community with the lake through free winter activities.

Festival attendees can see figure skating, dance, science, and large show kite demonstrations. Festival goers can also enjoy free hot chocolate, and more!

The day will start with Madison’s Largest Winter Workout (formerly Frozen Assets 5K Run/Walk) on The Edgewater’s Grand Plaza. Registration includes a soft t-shirt compliments of Lands’ End and a post-race beer/seltzer (21+) compliments of Michelob Ultra. Kids 10 and under can participate for free with a registered adult.

Each year, this FUNraiser, FRIENDraiser, and FUNDraiser highlights the year-round value of our lakes, while raising money to protect our waters through lake improvement projects, educational programming, and our volunteer water quality monitoring program.

When the lakes freeze in Greater Madison, they become our largest parks. Clean Lakes Alliance hopes community members and visiting guests can interact with our “frozen assets” and appreciate their importance, even in the middle of the winter. For more information about Frozen Assets, including events and times, visit: cleanlakesalliance.org/frozen-assets.

Thank you, sponsors!

Clean Lakes 101: Love in the Lakes
2024-02-14 08:00 - 09:00 | The Edgewater Hotel, 1001 Wisconsin Pl, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Clean Lakes 101

Join us for this in-person or virtual hybrid edition of Clean Lakes 101 to learn about the relationships and reproductive habits of some of our most common underwater dwellers. Justin Chenevert from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is returning for one of our most popular talks: Love in the Lakes. Register as an in-person attendee or to receive a Zoom link through your confirmation email and watch virtually.

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About this Talk

Organisms across the globe are faced with the same dilemma – how to pass on their genes to the next generation and give their youngsters the best possible chance at success. Things are no different for the creatures in the Yahara lakes. Pike, panfish, plants, and invertebrates all go to great lengths to propagate, but take wildly different approaches. What makes each strategy successful, and why? During this presentation, you’ll learn about the mating and reproductive strategies of several important species, which range from the heartwarming… to the bizarre.

About our Speaker

Justin Chenevert (Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources) began his career in water resources by removing invasive plants from the Charles River outside of Boston, MA. Soon enough he found himself in Madison completing the Water Resources Management master’s program at UW. Justin worked for Clean Lakes Alliance from 2014 – 2016, supporting the volunteer water quality monitoring program and analyzing water quality data. He is currently employed by the Department of Natural Resources in the Monitoring section of the Water Quality Bureau, where he works on a variety of projects related to lake water quality, ecology, and citizen science. In his free time, Justin enjoys ice fishing and paddling on the Madison lakes and beyond.

Event Details

This event will be held at The Edgewater hotel – grand ballroom level 5 (1001 Wisconsin Pl, Madison, WI 53703). Doors open at 7:30 a.m. The program runs from 8 – 9 a.m. A Q/A session will follow the presentation as time allows. Complimentary event parking will be available at The Edgewater parking ramp. Parking spots fill up quickly and may be limited depending on hotel capacity.

A Zoom link will be sent to all registrants via the confirmation email.

Clean Lakes 101 Lecture Series

Clean Lakes 101 is a series of educational events open to the public and a great chance to learn more about the science behind the issues that affect our lakes. Each month we feature a different expert to make the science accessible and interesting to non-technical audiences. The series is produced in partnership with the UW-Madison Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies and UW-Extension Lakes, with presenting sponsor National Guardian Life Insurance Company, hosting sponsor The Edgewater, supporting sponsor Johnson Financial Group, and media sponsor WKOW. Additional support is provided by Alliant Energy Foundation, Hovde Properties, and Perkins Coie LLP.

Clean Lakes 101: Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District
2024-03-12 16:15 - 17:15 | madison metropolitan sewerage district, 1610 Moorland Road, Madison, Wisconsin, 53713
Clean Lakes 101

Join us for this in-person only edition of Clean Lakes 101. We will tour Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District on Tuesday, March 12th from 4:15 to 5:15 p.m.

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About this Talk

Attendees are invited to join a 60-minute tour of Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District’s Nine Springs Wastewater Treatment Plant, where 35 million gallons of wastewater are transformed each day into clean river water and other renewable resources. The tour is mostly outdoors and follows the path of water from dirty to clean, with stops to view key steps of the treatment process. Tour attendees are required to wear closed-toe shoes and should dress for the weather.

About our Speaker

Emily Jones is a Pollution Prevention Specialist at Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District, where she works to protect the wastewater treatment system and downstream waters by keeping harmful substances out of the drain. A lifelong Madison resident, Emily has a B.S. from UW-Madison in life sciences communication and biology.

Event Details

This event will be held at Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District (1610 Moorland Road, Madison) – The tour will begin at the Maintenance Facility (Gate 4). The tour is mostly outdoors and follows the path of water from dirty to clean, with stops to view key steps of the treatment process. Tour attendees are required to wear closed-toe shoes and should dress for the weather. Please note there are stairs during the tour.

Clean Lakes 101 Lecture Series

Clean Lakes 101 is a series of educational events open to the public and a great chance to learn more about the science behind the issues that affect our lakes. Each month we feature a different expert to make the science accessible and interesting to non-technical audiences. The series is produced in partnership with the UW-Madison Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies and UW-Extension Lakes, with presenting sponsor National Guardian Life Insurance Company, hosting sponsor The Edgewater, supporting sponsor Johnson Financial Group, and media sponsor WKOW. Additional support is provided by Alliant Energy Foundation, Hovde Properties, and Perkins Coie LLP.

Clean Lakes 101: Rights of Nature
2024-04-17 08:00 - 09:00 | Wisconsin
Clean Lakes 101

Join us on Wednesday, April 17th from 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. to learn about the Rights of Nature concept in this Clean Lakes 101 Science Café. Register as an in-person attendee or receive a Zoom link through your confirmation email and watch virtually.

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About this Talk

Have you heard the phrase “rights of nature?” The Rights of Nature concept proposes that ecosystems, natural entities, and even the Earth itself possess inherent rights, just like humans do. Join us for this Clean Lakes 101 to learn more about this First Nations-led movement that is gaining momentum across the globe and aims to protect our natural resources in a new way. Samantha Skenandore, a federal Indian law and tribal law attorney, will share how Indigenous wisdom, legal frameworks, and grassroots activism come together to advocate for the rights of our natural world.

About our Speaker

Samantha Skenandore is a Federal Indian and Tribal Law-experienced attorney and an enrolled member of the Ho-Chunk Nation. She is currently an Equity Partner at Patterson Earnhart Real Bird & Wilson LLP, a National Native American Law Firm, and previously served as an elected Associate Justice for the Ho-Chunk Nation Supreme Court. With nearly two decades practicing law and lobbying on Capitol Hill, Samantha has a proven track record of client success involving matters of litigation, gaming, economic development, land back, Indian water rights, fee-to-trust, transportation, SBA 8(a) business development, and tribal governance. As a rights-of-nature proponent and activist, she supports advocating for laws that protect land and water.

Event Details

This event will be held at The Edgewater – grand ballroom level 5 (1001 Wisconsin Pl, Madison, WI 53703). Doors open at 7:30 a.m. The program runs from 8 – 9 a.m. A Q/A session will follow the presentation as time allows. Complimentary event parking will be available at The Edgewater parking ramp. Parking spots fill up quickly and may be limited depending on hotel capacity.

A Zoom link will be sent to all registrants via the confirmation email.

Clean Lakes 101 Lecture Series

Clean Lakes 101 is a series of educational events open to the public and a great chance to learn more about the science behind the issues that affect our lakes. Each month we feature a different expert to make the science accessible and interesting to non-technical audiences. The series is produced in partnership with the UW-Madison Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies and UW-Extension Lakes, with presenting sponsor National Guardian Life Insurance Company, hosting sponsor The Edgewater, supporting sponsor Johnson Financial Group, and media sponsor WKOW. Additional support is provided by Alliant Energy Foundation, Hovde Properties, and Perkins Coie LLP.

Clean Lakes 101: Deciphering the State of the Lakes
2024-05-21 16:30 - 17:30 | The Edgewater Hotel, 1001 Wisconsin Pl, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Clean Lakes 101

Join us for this in-person edition of Clean Lakes 101 from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 21st. We’ll hear three panelists discuss the conditions, trends, and water quality drivers affecting the five Yahara lakes.

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About this Talk

The State of the Lakes provides an annual synopsis of how Greater Madison’s five Yahara lakes (Mendota, Monona, Wingra, Waubesa, and Kegonsa) are doing. Focusing on major drivers and indicators of water quality, the analysis summarizes lake and watershed health factors, trends, and the likely causes of observed conditions. The latest report features lake-by-lake health dashboards and covers five areas of watershed impact and lake response.Authored by Clean Lakes Alliance Deputy Director and Chief Science Officer Paul Dearlove, the annual State of the Lakes is a product of collaboration involving multiple government and scientific contributors. They include: U.S. Geological Survey, University of Wisconsin-Madison Center for Limnology, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, Wisconsin Salt Wise, Public Health Madison & Dane County, Dane County Land & Water Resources, and Clean Lakes Alliance’s volunteer LakeForecast monitors.

About our Speakers/Panelists

Richard “Dick” Lathrop has been studying the Yahara chain of lakes since 1975, first on a 2-year federally funded project, then for the next 33 years as a research limnologist for the Wisconsin DNR. Besides his Yahara lakes research that led to a mid-career PhD from UW-Madison, Dick has championed other lake restoration projects including at Devil’s Lake and Lake Wingra. After retiring, Dick continues working on local lake issues through his 26-year Honorary Fellowship at the UW Center for Limnology including on their North-Temperate Lakes Long-Term Ecological Research project.

Kyle Minks is the Watershed Manager with the Dane County Land and Water Resources Department and has worked for the County since 2011. His responsibilities include coordinating the County’s efforts in implementing Watershed initiatives and projects, providing support for the two Community Manure Digesters within the County, and quantifying and reporting on County Ecosystem Services. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point with Bachelor’s Degrees in both Biology and Water Resources Management in 2007. He also attended the University of Wisconsin Madison graduating with Masters Degrees in both Water Resources Management and Soil Science in 2010.

Paul Dearlove joined Clean Lakes Alliance in 2014 and is the organization’s deputy director and chief science officer. His primary focus is on building watershed stewardship and promoting phosphorus-reduction actions to improve water quality. This work includes creating opportunities for people to become more informed and involved as donors, volunteers, and program participants. He most recently served as the managing director of the Yahara CLEAN Compact, a 19-partner coalition that developed “Renew the Blue: A Community Guide for Cleaner Lakes & Beaches in the Yahara Watershed.” Prior to Clean Lakes Alliance, Paul prepared comprehensive lake rehabilitation plans as a consultant and spent 15 years as Lake Manager of the Lake Ripley Management District (Jefferson County, WI). He earned his M.S. in Water Resources Management from the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies, and has served on the boards of the American Water Resources Association (Wisconsin Section), Wisconsin Lakes, and the Friends of Lake Wingra.

Event Moderator

Dana Fulton joined the 27 Storm Track Weather Team in September 2023 and forecasts the weather for 27 News Wake Up Wisconsin weekday mornings from 4:30-7am. She holds a degree in Meteorology from Mississippi State University and a degree in Journalism from Western Illinois University. Prior to joining WKOW, Dana worked at WISC News 3, WACH in South Carolina, KVAL in Oregon, and WEEK in Peoria, IL. At WACH, she was the Chief Meteorologist and led the team through the historic landfall of Hurricane Matthew. A Midwest girl at heart, Dana loves forecasting all four seasons, especially winter weather. She enjoys how invested Wisconsinites are in the weather since the forecast impacts all of us.

Event Details

This event will be held in person only at The Edgewater hotel – grand ballroom level 5 (1001 Wisconsin Pl, Madison, WI 53703). Doors open at 4:00 p.m. The program runs from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. A Q/A session will follow the presentation as time allows. Complimentary event parking will be available at The Edgewater parking ramp. Parking spots fill up quickly and may be limited depending on hotel capacity.

Clean Lakes 101 Lecture Series

Clean Lakes 101 is a series of educational events open to the public and a great chance to learn more about the science behind the issues that affect our lakes. Each month we feature a different expert to make the science accessible and interesting to non-technical audiences. The series is produced in partnership with the UW-Madison Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies and UW-Extension Lakes, with presenting sponsor National Guardian Life Insurance Company, hosting sponsor The Edgewater, supporting sponsor Johnson Financial Group, and media sponsor WKOW. Additional support is provided by Alliant Energy Foundation, Hovde Properties, and Perkins Coie LLP.

2024 Loop the Lake
2024-06-15 09:00 - 14:00 | Olbrich Park, 3527 Atwood Ave., Madison, WI, 53714, United States
2024 Benefit Bike Ride

Support clean, healthy lakes with Clean Lakes Alliance’s 12th Annual Loop the Lake Bike Ride, presented by Lake Ridge Bank. It’s an at-your-own-pace bike ride around Lake Monona on Saturday, June 15th that raises funds to protect and preserve Greater Madison’s lakes. Make a day of it while you enjoy entertaining and educational activities at many parks along the route.

Register for the 2024 Loop the Lake Bike Ride to benefit the lakes

Event details

Cyclists of all ages and abilities navigate the scenic 13.8-mile loop around Lake Monona. Saturday, June 15th Starting & ending at Olbrich Park (3527 Atwood Avenue, Madison) Course open 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. (optional group start at 9 a.m.) $45 per in-person rider (through June 13th), kids 10 and under ride free with a paid adult Get a group to ride – purchase 6 adult registrations for the group rate of $200 $50 per in-person rider (same-day registration on June 15th), kids 10 and under ride free with a paid adult

Registration includes

Fun and educational stops (see information below) Super soft t-shirt, compliments of Lands’ End Food cart item Free beer or seltzer, courtesy of Bell’s Brewery (21+)

Loop the Lake is more than a bike ride – it’s an opportunity for our community to connect with our lakes! Event proceeds will support Clean Lakes Alliance’s work to protect and improve our lakes through on-the-ground projects, educational programs, and water quality monitoring.

You can also choose to ride, walk, run, or paddle from anywhere, at any time! Register for the virtual option for $55 and we’ll mail your shirt!

Stops along the route

Nearly a dozen professional kiters from throughout the Wisconsin area are gathering at Olbrich Park with beautiful kites of all shapes, sizes, and colors. Colorable kites will also be given to the first 100 kids who arrive at Loop the Lake to inspire fun, spark creativity, and introduce youth to the joy of kiting.

Pre-ride stretching session at Olbrich Park from 8:40 a.m. – 8:50 a.m. with barre3

Schluter Park – Get a sweet treat from Monona Police

Winnequah Park – Education station with Aldo Leopold Nature Center – learn about small aquatic critters in our lakes

Grand Crossing Park – hear the salsa band, Orquesta SalSoul

Off Broadway Drafthouse – get a free root beer float and water, or purchase a cold beverage

Olin Park (join us in the wedge between the park and the bike path) – visit with Friends of Nolen Waterfront and enjoy a water station

BB Clark Beach Park – enjoy water and snacks

Hudson Park – learn about the history and significance of this sacred site from expert guides from Ho-Chunk Nation and UW-Madison in this special effigy mound educational stop

Olbrich Park – enjoy a free food cart item from one of Greater Madison’s favorite food carts and a beer or seltzer (21+)

Learn more about Loop the Lake

Thank you sponsors!

Become a sponsor

Donor appreciation happy hour
2024-07-16 16:00 - 18:00 | The East Side Club, 3735 Monona Drive, Madison, Wisconsin, 53714
Join Clean Lakes Alliance staff, meet our Community Board, and other donors for a donor appreciation happy hour on Lake Monona at The East Side Club.

The East Side Club (3735 Monona Dr, Madison)Tuesday, July 16th, 4 – 6 p.m.Free to attendRSVP: rsvp@cleanlakesalliance.org

Enjoy $1 off a beverage, snacks, and a cash bar at this Clean Lakes Alliance friend-raising event.

East Side Club on Lake Monona

Clean Lakes 101: Surface Water PFAS in the Yahara Lakes
2024-08-14 08:00 - 09:00 | The Edgewater Hotel, 1001 Wisconsin Pl, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Clean Lakes 101

Join us for this in-person or virtual hybrid edition of Clean Lakes 101 from 8 – 9 a.m. on Wednesday, August 14th. Register as an in-person attendee or to receive a Zoom link through your confirmation email and watch virtually.

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About this Talk

Have you been wondering what PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) are, the so-called “forever chemical?” In this talk, Patrick will explain what PFAS are and what you need to know about them in the environment, especially surface water. He’ll discuss the range of state-wide results that they’ve collected and put them into context of what they’ve noticed at various sites. He’ll highlight Greater Madison lake results to explain basic trends between PFAS in water and fish. He’ll also share recent research he’s been doing on PFAS in Lake Monona to study the distribution, fate, and potential bioaccumulation in various aquatic organisms like small fish, algae, zooplankton, mussels, macroinvertebrates and macrophytes. His goal of this talk is to explain PFAS in understandable terms, so you have a working knowledge to better understand this emerging contaminant and its behavior in the aquatic environment that potentially has human health consequences.

About our Speaker

Patrick Gorski is an Emerging Contaminants Research Scientist at the WI Dept. of Natural Resources in the Bureau of Water Quality, Monitoring Section, where he started in April of 2020. His current focus of research is PFAS (Per- and poly-fluorinated alkyl substances) in surface water, fish tissue, and fate and transport issues. He also helps coordinate state-wide monitoring for PFAS in surface water as well as provide technical assistance to various DNR programs on PFAS-related issues and other contaminants. For the previous 13 years, he was an Assistant Scientist and Supervisor at the WI State Laboratory of Hygiene. He received his PhD from UW-Madison studying mercury bioavailability and bioaccumulation in freshwater systems and previously obtained an MS from the UW-Madison Zoology Department. Patrick also worked for two years as an analytical chemist in a contract pharmaceutical lab.

Event Details

This event will be held at The Edgewater hotel – grand ballroom level 5 (1001 Wisconsin Pl, Madison, WI 53703). Doors open at 7:30 a.m. The program runs from 8 – 9 a.m. A Q/A session will follow the presentation as time allows. Parking will be available at The Edgewater parking ramp. Parking spots fill up quickly and may be limited depending on hotel capacity. Street parking is also available nearby.

A Zoom link will be sent to all registrants via the confirmation email.

Clean Lakes 101 Lecture Series

Clean Lakes 101 is a series of educational events open to the public and a great chance to learn more about the science behind the issues that affect our lakes. Each month we feature a different expert to make the science accessible and interesting to non-technical audiences. The series is produced in partnership with the UW-Madison Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies and UW-Extension Lakes, with presenting sponsor National Guardian Life Insurance Company, hosting sponsor The Edgewater, supporting sponsor Johnson Financial Group, and media sponsor WKOW. Additional support is provided by Alliant Energy Foundation, Hovde Properties, and Perkins Coie LLP.

FORE! Lakes Golf Outing
2024-09-20 08:00 - 17:00 | Maple bluff country club, 500 Kensington Drive, Madison, Wisconsin, 53704
Join Clean Lakes Alliance on Friday, September 20, 2024, at Maple Bluff Country Club as we host the annual FORE! Lakes Golf Outing (presented by Johnson Financial Group) to support ongoing lake protection and improvement efforts.

We are still seeking volunteers and hole sponsors (limited spots remain). Please contact Sarah at sarah@cleanlakesalliance.org for more information.

Schedule of Events

Registration & Bloody Mary BarRegistration: 8:00 am – 9:45 am

Shotgun start & golf10:00 am – 3:00 pm Boxed lunch on the course

Dinner & awards3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

About Fore! Lakes

Clean Lakes Alliance hosts the annual Fore! Lakes Golf Outing to support ongoing lake protection and improvement efforts. The event is designed, organized, and led by a team of dedicated and talented volunteers.

Dedicated volunteers and committee members enlist community volunteers and secure sponsors for 18 holes and prizes for a raffle. By bringing in foursomes, Fore! Lakes draws in new stakeholders to our lake improvement efforts.

We are pleased to partner with Maple Bluff Country Club for this event on Friday, September 20, 2024. Maple Bluff Country Club helps the lakes by following a strict nutrient management plan. It mulches leaves, uses zero-phosphorus fertilizers, and partnered with the City of Madison and Village of Maple Bluff to build a pond to catch and filter stormwater runoff before it reaches Lake Mendota.

Fore! Lakes Golf Outing fulfills public outreach and community involvement elements of Clean Lakes Alliance’s mission, strengthens public-private partnerships, raises funds for our operations and projects to improve water quality, and builds partnerships with the golfing community.

What's Up Downtown
2024-09-25 07:45 - 09:00 | The Edgewater Hotel, 1001 Wisconsin Pl, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
What’s Up Downtown

Join us for What’s Up Downtown on Wednesday, September 25th from 7:45 – 9:00 a.m. to hear about the recently approved Lake Monona Waterfront Master Plan.

REGISTER HERE

John Nolen Drive and Lake Monona, courtesy Robert Bertera

About this Talk

Join Downtown Madison, Inc. for their next What’s Up Downtown on Wed, September 25th from 7:45 – 9 a.m. for a presentation on the recently approved Master Plan for the Lake Monona waterfront redesign. Anna Cawrse, Sasaki’s Principal Lead for the project, will share the latest design for the 1.7 miles of shoreline spanning Olin Park to Machinery Row along John Nolen Drive. The presentation will cover key design elements that will positively impact water quality, including innovative stormwater runoff treatment. Clean Lakes Alliance is a contributing partner for this event and is providing free registration for our donors and sponsors.

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Telly Awards Ceremony
2024-10-01 16:00 - 20:00 | The Edgewater Hotel, 1001 Wisconsin Pl, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Join Clean Lakes Alliance, along with Ho-Chunk Nation, as we celebrate this year’s Telly Awards. We are proud to announce that the video, “Our Past Can Shape Our Future,” which debuted at the 2023 Clean Lakes Community Breakfast, is the winner of five Telly Awards. Join us first for a press event and reception, followed by an appreciation dinner, presented by Quarles and Brady LLP.

Schedule of events

Ho-Chunk / Clean Lakes Alliance Press EventTelly Award & Partnership Reception4:00 pm – 5:30 pmThe Edgewater, Red CrownCocktail Hour with light appetizers and beveragesRSVP in the ticket box belowAn optional $50 donation will help support our Teejop Initiative

Ho-Chunk Client Appreciation Dinner, presented by Quarles and Brady LLP5:30 pm – 8:00 pmThe Edgewater, Sky BarRegistration includes reception, awards, and dinner: $250 per person

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Clean Lakes 101: Prairie Reconstruction 101
2024-10-09 08:00 - 09:00 | The East Side Club, 3735 Monona Drive, Madison, Wisconsin, 53714
Clean Lakes 101

Join us for this in-person or virtual hybrid edition of Clean Lakes 101 on Wednesday, October 9th from 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. at The East Side Club. Register as an in-person attendee or to receive a Zoom link through your confirmation email and watch virtually.

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About this Talk

Join us on Wednesday, October 9th for Clean Lakes 101: “Prairie Reconstruction 101.” Hear from Dane County Parks Botanist & Naturalist Shane Otto about how Dane County Parks plans and implements prairie restoration throughout the County. He will also share the latest updates on the Seed the Need Initiative to turn 160 acres of former dairy farm into a “platinum prairie” at Pheasant Branch Conservancy. Native plantings support water quality across our watershed and also support Dane County’s climate action goals.

About our Speaker

Shane Otto has been a Botanist/Naturalist with Dane County Parks since 2017. Shane has a passion for prescribed fire, native seeds, and wildlife management. He worked for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for 11 years and possess a wealth of knowledge that he shares with staff and volunteers. He is particularly talented at operating equipment and is adept at building and strengthening partnerships. Shane plans, coordinates, and schedules Operation Fresh Start conservation crew restoration activities and provides training to volunteers and Dane County Parks staff. Shane also provides technical expertise for all aspects of project planning and implementation.

Event Details

This event will be held at The East Side Club (3735 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53714). Doors open at 7:30 a.m. The program runs from 8 – 9 a.m. A Q/A session will follow the presentation as time allows. Complimentary event parking will be available at The East Side Club.

A Zoom link will be sent to all registrants via the confirmation email.

Clean Lakes 101 Lecture Series

Clean Lakes 101 is a series of educational events open to the public and a great chance to learn more about the science behind the issues that affect our lakes. Each month we feature a different expert to make the science accessible and interesting to non-technical audiences. The series is produced in partnership with the UW-Madison Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies and UW-Extension Lakes, with presenting sponsor National Guardian Life Insurance Company, hosting sponsor The Edgewater, supporting sponsor Johnson Financial Group, and media sponsor WKOW. Additional support is provided by Alliant Energy Foundation, Hovde Properties, and Perkins Coie LLP.

Mendota Freeze Contest Begins
2024-12-01 07:00 - 23:59 | Wisconsin
On Sunday, December 1st, 2024, Clean Lakes Alliance will kick off its 13th annual Mendota Freeze Contest. Calling on weather watchers and ice experts of all ages, the contest asks people to guess the official ice-on date for Lake Mendota. All entries to correctly guess the date will be entered to win a $1,000 gift card, courtesy of Lands’ End. Make your guess beginning on Sunday, December 1st, 2024.

Clean Lakes 101: Ecosystem Impacts of Road Salt Use and Salt Wise Solutions
2025-01-14 16:00 - 17:00 | The East Side Club, 3735 Monona Drive, Madison, Wisconsin, 53714
Clean Lakes 101

Join us in-person only for Clean Lakes 101 on Tuesday, January 14th at The East Side Club from 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

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About this Talk

Salt levels are rising in our lakes, streams, and drinking water. Harm to native freshwater organisms can occur at both the species and ecosystem levels lowering rates of growth and reproduction through osmotic stress, reductions in food source, and altered biogeochemistry. We’ll break down the science of freshwater salinization and build up the case for smarter salting with case studies of agencies that are infusing Salt Wise practices into their policies, operations, and outreach. Let’s work together toward a smarter salting future.

About our Speaker

Allison Madison is the first-ever staff person at Wisconsin Salt Wise. Since assuming her role in June 2020, she has spearheaded statewide collaboration around salt reduction. She’s passionate about protecting Wisconsin’s freshwater resources and loves connecting with winter maintenance problem solvers across the state.

Event Details

This event will be held at The East Side Club (3735 Monona Dr, Madison, WI 53714). Doors open at 3:30 p.m. The program runs from 4 – 5 p.m. A Q/A session will follow the presentation as time allows. Complimentary event parking will be available at The East Side Club. Parking spots fill up quickly and may be limited depending on capacity.

Clean Lakes 101 Lecture Series

Clean Lakes 101 is a series of educational events open to the public and a great chance to learn more about the science behind the issues that affect our lakes. Each month we feature a different expert to make the science accessible and interesting to non-technical audiences. The series is produced in partnership with the UW-Madison Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies and UW-Extension Lakes, with presenting sponsor National Guardian Life Insurance Company, hosting sponsor The East Side Club, supporting sponsor Johnson Financial Group, and media sponsor WKOW. Additional support is provided by Alliant Energy Foundation, Hovde Properties, and Perkins Coie LLP.

Frozen Assets: Opening Ceremony & Reception
2025-02-03 16:00 - 19:00 | The Edgewater, 1001 Wisconsin Place, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Opening Ceremony & Reception

Date: Monday, February 3rd, 2025Time: 4 – 7 p.m.4 – 5 p.m. Opening Ceremony5 – 7 p.m. ReceptionLocation: The Edgewater Statehouse Restaurant (1001 Wisconsin Place, Madison)Attire: Your Festive Winter Finery

PURCHASE A TICKET – OPENING CEREMONY & RECEPTION

About the event

The Ice and Snow Sailing World Championships are coming to the United States for the first time, and it will be a part of our 2025 Frozen Assets Festival! Help kick off this incredible week with the Opening Ceremony and Reception at The Edgewater. Join us for upscale hors d’oeuvres, conversation, and a chance to celebrate an exciting week ahead.

About the 2025 Festival

Join Clean Lakes Alliance for Frozen Assets, with Hosting Sponsor The Edgewater! The family-friendly festival at The Edgewater helps connect the community with the lake through free winter activities.

Each year, this FUNraiser, FRIENDraiser, and FUNDraiser highlights the year-round value of our lakes, while raising money to protect our waters through lake improvement projects, educational programming, and our volunteer water quality monitoring program.

When the lakes freeze in Greater Madison, they become our largest parks. Clean Lakes Alliance hopes community members and visiting guests can interact with our “frozen assets” and appreciate their importance, even in the middle of the winter.

Thank you, Frozen Assets sponsors!

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Skate for the Lakes
2025-02-03 16:00 - 21:00, 2025-02-04 16:00 - 21:00, 2025-02-05 16:00 - 21:00, 2025-02-06 16:00 - 21:00, 2025-02-07 16:00 - 21:00 | The Edgewater, 1001 Wisconsin Place, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Join us at The Edgewater Ice Rink daily from Monday, February 3rd through Friday, February 7th to Skate for the Lakes. It’s the event where every glide, spin, and lap will make a difference! For every ticket sold, $3 will be donated to Clean Lakes Alliance, supporting our mission to protect and improve our local lakes.

Bring your family and friends to enjoy the elements, festive refreshments, and community fun—all while contributing to cleaner, healthier waterways. Whether you’re a seasoned skater or just starting out, this is your chance to skate for something bigger. Let’s ice the impact and make every stride count for our lakes!

Tickets go on sale Monday, January 20 and can be purchased at www.IcehouseMadison.com

Skate for the Lakes rink hours:Monday – Friday, February 3rd – 7th

4 – 9 p.m. (open Thursday 2 – 4 p.m. for Tot Time, kids 5 and under only; skate trainers available for individual use)

Skate access $10, with $3 from every ticket donated to Clean Lakes Alliance

Skate rental $3 or bring your own!

Frozen Assets 5K Run/Walk
2025-02-08 10:00 - 12:00 | The Edgewater, 1001 Wisconsin Place, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Frozen Assets 5K

Join us on Saturday, February 8th, 2025, for the 6th annual Frozen Assets 5K Run/Walk with Major Sponsor Associated Bank and Hosting Sponsor The Edgewater. Shake up your fitness routine and experience our lakes from a whole new perspective – from frozen Lake Mendota! The Frozen Assets 5K Run/Walk truly is a bucket-list experience – this event is one of the only races worldwide to be held ENTIRELY on a frozen lake.

REGISTER FOR THE FROZEN ASSETS 5K

Your registration in this event raises important funds for lake improvement projects, water quality monitoring, and education!

Event details

Day: Saturday, February 8th, 2025Time: 8 – 9:30 a.m. check in | 10 a.m. startLocation: The Edgewater & frozen Lake Mendota (*New in 2025 – if ice conditions are inadequate, the 5K will be moved to a land course)Course: The 5K course begins off the end of The Edgewater’s pier. Runners and walkers will head out toward Picnic Point, past the Memorial Union, before looping back and finishing at The Edgewater.Registration cost:$45 for walking/untimed participants$55 for chip-timed participantsFREE for children 10 & under with purchase of adult registration

Participants receive a super soft t-shirt, courtesy of Lands’ End, and participants 21+ will receive a post-race beer, courtesy of Michelob Ultra.

EVENT FAQS: cleanlakesalliance.org/frozen-assets/#5K

Thank you, sponsors!

Frozen Assets Festival
2025-02-08 10:00 - 15:00 | The Edgewater, 1001 Wisconsin Place, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Frozen Assets Festival

Join Clean Lakes Alliance on Saturday, February 8th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for Frozen Assets, with Hosting Sponsor The Edgewater! The family-friendly festival at The Edgewater helps connect the community with the lake through free winter activities. Festival attendees can see large show kites, science demonstrations, and try ice skating and snowshoeing. Festival goers can also enjoy free hot chocolate and more!

Each year, this FUNraiser, FRIENDraiser, and FUNDraiser highlights the year-round value of our lakes, while raising money to protect our waters through lake improvement projects, educational programming, and our volunteer water quality monitoring program. When the lakes freeze in Greater Madison, they become our largest parks. Clean Lakes Alliance hopes community members and visiting guests can interact with our “frozen assets” and appreciate their importance, even in the middle of the winter.

Saturday, February 8th, 2025 (10 a.m. – 3 p.m.)The Edgewater & Lake MendotaFREE, open to the public

All-Day Events (Saturday 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.)

2025 Ice and Snow Sailing World Championships, Lake MendotaKites on Mendota with Wisconsin Kiter’s Club, Lake MendotaFree hot chocolate, Grand PlazaFree ice skating and free skate rental, The Edgewater Ice Rink and Skate ShopTry snowshoeing, Lake MendotaExplore how UW-Madison Center for Limnology monitors our lakes in the winter months, Lake MendotaPlay Plinko (Lake-O), Nolen GallerySpin the Price is Right Wheel, Nolen GallerySnow Snake with members of Ho-Chunk Nation, Lake MendotaWI Salt Wise booth – hear about how salt use can impact our lakes, outsideMore events to be announced!

Scheduled Activities (Saturday, February 8th)

8 – 9:45 a.m. Check in for Frozen Assets 5K Run/Walk, 5th Floor Registration Tables10 a.m. Frozen Assets 5K Run/Walk begins, Lake Mendota off The Edgewater Pier10 a.m. – 1 p.m. UW Physics “What’s Colder Than Ice?” Lake Mendota10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. IceCube demonstrates Space Dust & Neutrinos, Outside2:00 p.m. Clean Lakes 101 family-friendly science presentation, “Frozen Frontiers – Secrets of Life Beneath the Ice,” The Edgewater Grand Ballroom CMore events to be announced!

About the Festival

Join Clean Lakes Alliance at The Edgewater for the Frozen Assets Festival! We’ll have FREE, family-friendly activities on frozen Lake Mendota! Thank you to our hosting sponsor The Edgewater, and our other sponsors for making this community event possible.

The Frozen Assets Festival will kick off with the Frozen Assets 5K Run/Walk, held entirely on the ice in front of The Edgewater. The rest of the day will include family-friendly activities on the ice and The Edgewater Plaza.

Thank you, sponsors!

Clean Lakes 101: Frozen Frontiers - Secrets of Life Beneath the Ice
2025-02-08 14:00 - 15:00 | The Edgewater, 1001 Wisconsin Place, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Clean Lakes 101

Join us for this in-person edition of Clean Lakes 101 on Saturday, February 8th from 2 -3 p.m. as part of our free, family-friendly Frozen Assets Festival.

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About this Talk

Join us as we explore the fascinating adaptations of animals that live beneath lake ice during the winter. We’ll highlight how these species survive in extreme cold, low oxygen, and dark environments, focusing on strategies such as metabolic slowdowns, specialized breathing techniques, and unique behaviors to cope with the frozen habitat. Led by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resource’s Justin Chenevert, this family-friendly presentation offers a deeper understanding of the resilience of winter wildlife.

About our Speaker

Justin Chenevert (Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources) began his career in water resources by removing invasive plants from the Charles River outside of Boston, MA. Soon enough, he found himself in Madison completing the Water Resources Management master’s program at UW. Justin worked for Clean Lakes Alliance from 2014 – 2016. He supported the volunteer water quality monitoring program and analyzing water quality data. Justin is currently employed by the Department of Natural Resources in the Monitoring section of the Water Quality Bureau. He works on a variety of projects related to lake water quality, ecology, and citizen science. In his free time, Justin enjoys ice fishing and paddling on the Madison lakes and beyond.

Event Details

This event will be held at The Edgewater – grand ballroom, section C, level 5 (1001 Wisconsin Pl, Madison, WI 53703). The program runs from 2 – 3 p.m. A Q/A session will follow the presentation as time allows. Limited parking may be available at The Edgewater parking ramp. Otherwise, parking will be available on area streets or nearby City of Madison parking ramps.

Clean Lakes 101 Lecture Series

Clean Lakes 101 is a series of educational events open to the public. They are a great chance to learn more about the science behind the issues that affect our lakes. Each month we feature a different expert to make the science accessible and interesting to non-technical audiences. The series is produced in partnership with the UW-Madison Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies and UW-Extension Lakes, with presenting sponsor National Guardian Life Insurance Company, hosting sponsor The Edgewater, supporting sponsor Johnson Financial Group, and media sponsor WKOW. Additional support is provided by Alliant Energy Foundation, Hovde Properties, and Perkins Coie LLP.

Thank you, 2025 Frozen Assets sponsors!

Clean Lakes 101: Aquatic Invasive Species in Wisconsin Lakes - New Insights and Lessons Learned
2025-03-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Wisconsin
Clean Lakes 101

Join us in-person only for Clean Lakes 101 on Tuesday, March 11th at The East Side Club from 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

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About this Talk

If you’ve spent some time on or around our lakes, you’ve likely encountered one of the several aquatic invasive species residing in Greater Madison’s lakes. Dr. Tyler Butts will discuss recent research findings about aquatic invasive species in Wisconsin’s lakes, with a special focus on the Yahara chain of lakes. He will review their spread, impacts, and what it all means for lake health and management in a changing world.

About our Speaker

Dr. Tyler Butts is a limnologist and ecosystem scientist whose work focuses on understanding how disturbances like invasive species can affect aquatic ecosystems. He got his bachelor’s at St. Norbert College in 2018 and continued on to graduate school here at the University of Wisconsin where he received his PhD in 2023 and continued working as a postdoc at the Center for Limnology focused on invasive species impacts in Lake Mendota.

Event Details

This event will be held at The East Side Club (3735 Monona Dr, Madison, WI 53714). Doors open at 3:30 p.m. The program runs from 4 – 5 p.m. A Q/A session will follow the presentation as time allows. Complimentary event parking will be available at The East Side Club. Parking spots fill up quickly and may be limited depending on capacity.

Clean Lakes 101 Lecture Series

Clean Lakes 101 is a series of educational events open to the public and a great chance to learn more about the science behind the issues that affect our lakes. Each month we feature a different expert to make the science accessible and interesting to non-technical audiences. The series is produced in partnership with the UW-Madison Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies and UW-Extension Lakes, with presenting sponsor National Guardian Life Insurance Company, hosting sponsor The East Side Club, supporting sponsor Johnson Financial Group, and media sponsor WKOW. Additional support is provided by Alliant Energy Foundation, Hovde Properties, and Perkins Coie LLP.

Clean Lakes 101: The Economic Impact of the Yahara Lakes
2025-04-15 16:00 - 17:00 | The East Side Club, 3735 Monona Drive, Madison, Wisconsin, 53714
Clean Lakes 101

Join us in-person only for Clean Lakes 101 on Tuesday, April 15th at The East Side Club from 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. to hear about the economic impact of the Yahara lakes on Greater Madison.

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About this Talk

Join us as we unveil the economic impact of the Yahara chain of lakes to the Greater Madison community. This first-of-its-kind study was commissioned by Clean Lakes Alliance in partnership with SRF Consulting Group, the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Presenters will reveal how our lakes and their conditions impact tourism, real estate, and quality-of-life factors. Attendees will gain insights into how investing in the protection and improvement of lake quality can pay dividends felt throughout the region.

About our Speakers

Dan Phaneuf: Daniel J. Phaneuf is the Henry C. Taylor Professor of Agricultural and Applied Economics at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He has a PhD in economics from Iowa State University and an undergraduate degree from Saint John’s University in Minnesota. Phaneuf’s research focuses on valuing the environment and natural resources, with applications to air quality, water quality, hazardous waste, and human health. He has published over sixty academic papers in both economics and general science outlets, and his research has been funded by the US EPA, USDA, NOAA, and other state and local organizations. In 2017, Phaneuf’s PhD level textbook A Course in Environmental Economics was published by Cambridge University Press. He served as the Managing Editor for J. Environmental Economics and Management (JEEM) from 2011-2013 and as the inaugural Editor-in-chief for J. Association of Environmental and Resource Economists (JAERE) from 2014-2016. Phaneuf currently edits Land Economics, and he was President of the Association of Environmental and Resource Economists (AERE) during 2019-2020. He was elected an AERE Fellow in 2022.

Andrew Toay: Andrew is a project manager with SRF Consulting Group in their water resources group. Throughout his career Andrew has worked with many public and private sector clients to design and implement stormwater conveyance and treatment systems that help improve and maintain the quality of our valued waterbodies. Andrew has had a lifelong passion for water quality and has had the privilege of working on projects that help protect our precious natural resources while supporting the continued growth of our communities.

Matthew Winden: Dr. Matthew Winden is the Associate Dean of Graduate Business Programs and Professor of Economics at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Before taking on his current role, he was the Chair of the Economics Department and Assistant Director of the Fiscal and Economic Research Center. His academic background and research expertise is in environmental and natural resource economics issues and focuses on estimating dollar values for environmental impacts which are not priced in markets. He teaches courses in economic theory, resource and environmental economics, and quantitative methods at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Dr. Winden earned his PhD from The Ohio State University.

Event Details

This event will be held at The East Side Club (3735 Monona Dr, Madison, WI 53714). Doors open at 3:30 p.m. The program runs from 4 – 5 p.m. A Q/A session will follow the presentation as time allows. Complimentary event parking will be available at The East Side Club. Parking spots fill up quickly and may be limited depending on capacity.

Clean Lakes 101 Lecture Series

Clean Lakes 101 is a series of educational events open to the public and a great chance to learn more about the science behind the issues that affect our lakes. Each month we feature a different expert to make the science accessible and interesting to non-technical audiences. The series is produced in partnership with the UW-Madison Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies and UW-Extension Lakes, with presenting sponsor National Guardian Life Insurance Company, hosting sponsor The East Side Club, supporting sponsor Johnson Financial Group, and media sponsor WKOW. Additional support is provided by Alliant Energy Foundation, Hovde Properties, and Perkins Coie LLP.

Loop the Lake Bike Ride
2025-06-14 09:00 - 14:00 | Olbrich Park, 3527 Atwood Ave., Madison, WI, 53714, United States
Join Clean Lakes Alliance at Loop the Lake on Saturday, June 14th!

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Join Clean Lakes Alliance for an at-your-own-pace bike ride around Lake Monona to raise funds and awareness benefiting Greater Madison’s lakes. Ride (or walk or run) the official Monona Lake Loop on Saturday, June 14th, for a day filled with entertaining and educational activities at multiple parks along the route.

Event details

Support clean, healthy lakes with Clean Lakes Alliance’s 13th annual Loop the Lake Bike Ride, presented by Lake Ridge Bank. Cyclists of all ages and abilities navigate the scenic 13-mile loop around Lake Monona.🚲 Saturday, June 14th🚲 Starting & ending at Olbrich Park (3527 Atwood Avenue, Madison)🚲 Course open 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. (optional group start at 9 a.m.)🚲 $48 per in-person rider (includes event t-shirt), $38 per in-person rider (without event t-shirt)

➡️➡️ Kids 10 and under ride free with a paid adult🚲 Get a group to ride – purchase 6 adult registrations and receive 25% off!

Registration includes

Each registration includes fun and educational stops along the route, a free food cart item, and a free beverage, including Michelob Ultra, Ultra Zero, or Ultra Seltzer (21+).

Loop the Lake collector’s t-shirts

All riders registered at the $48 price point will receive a Loop the Lake collector’s shirt.

Stops along the route

Olbrich Park – 8:40 to 8:50 a.m. – barre3 will lead a stretching session for participants

San Damiano – Take a scenic detour to Monona Parks’ newest lakefront property, now a public park rich in history. Enjoy peaceful views, grab a drink at the water station, or cheer on Loop the Lake riders from this beautiful spot.

Schluter Park – Stop by for a sweet slice of watermelon, courtesy of the Monona Police Department

Winnequah Park – Education station with Aldo Leopold Nature Center – learn about small aquatic critters in our lakes

Grand Crossing Park – Enjoy festive music, yard games, and kids’ activities

Off Broadway Drafthouse – get a free root beer float and water, or purchase a cold beverage

Olin Park (join us in the wedge between the park and the bike path) – visit with Madison LakeWay and enjoy a water station

BB Clark Beach Park – enjoy water and snacks

Hudson Park – learn about the history and significance of this sacred site from expert guides from Ho-Chunk Nation and UW-Madison in this special effigy mound educational stop

Olbrich Park – enjoy a free food cart item from one of Greater Madison’s favorite food carts, and enjoy a a complimentary beverage – choose from Michelob Ultra, Ultra Zero, or Ultra Seltzer (21+), or a non-alcoholic option at the Clean Lakes Alliance tent

Food carts at Olbrich Park

Greater Madison’s favorite food carts will return to Olbrich Park during Loop the Lake! Each registration includes one food cart item at Olbrich Park. Additional food will be available for purchase.

Ben’s Soft Pretzels

Bob’s BBQ Emporium

David’s Jamaican Cuisine

Donut NV

El Gran Taco Gato

Forage Kitchen

Jakarta Cafe

Momma Meg’s Ice Cream

Naan Stop Fusion

Papa John’s

State Street Brats

Thailand in a Truck

Access for all

With help from MESBA, Clean Lakes Alliance is dedicated to making the 2025 Loop the Lake more accessible to all community members. Make financial assistance requests through this Google Form.

Stay and ride

Whether you are traveling to the area for the weekend or want to plan a “staycation,” our friends at Discover Monona have got you covered. See the list below for variety of options to spend the weekend in our community!

AmericInn by Wyndham Madison South

Avid Hotels Madison – Monona

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson (receive a 28% discount with this link) Use rate plan code: LLTL

Airbnb

Vrbo

Expedia

For more information visit discovermonona.com

Thank you, partners!

Loop the Lake, presented by Lake Ridge Bank, is an annual event aimed at promoting the protection and preservation of Madison lakes. The event is produced along with platinum host Discover Monona, in partnership with Madison LakeWay, Monona East Side Business Alliance (MESBA), and San Damiano Monona, and in conjunction with the City of Madison and the City of Monona. All proceeds support Clean Lakes Alliance, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving and protecting the lakes, rivers, and wetlands in the Yahara Watershed.

Learn more about Loop the Lake.
