Join Clean Lakes Alliance and the City of Madison Parks team to remove invasive species from Olbrich Park on Wednesday, September 17th from 8:45 – 11:00 a.m.
By controlling invasive species, volunteers enable the growth of more beneficial native vegetation, thereby improving the ecosystem’s capacity to absorb stormwater runoff, and filter harmful contaminants from reaching the lakes, recharge aquifers, stabilize shorelines, mitigate erosion, and provide wildlife and pollinator habitat.
All volunteers are welcome, including chaperoned children. Tools, gloves, and training will be provided. We’ll review what plants we’re targeting and how our actions will improve water quality.
All volunteers are required to wear closed-toed shoes and pants. Long layers are recommended to best protect yourself from the sun, bugs, and scratches. We encourage you to bring a water bottle and sun protection.
Plan to meet at the Olbrich Playground, near the Botanical Gardens.
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.
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+)
In 2022, Clean Lakes Alliance received a Wisconsin DNR Surface Water Grant to participate in the Clean Boats, Clean Waters (CBCW) program. CBCW is a state-wide aquatic invasive species (AIS) prevention program. The program increases awareness and education to boaters, anglers, and general lake users on best practices to prevent the further spread of AIS at our local boat landings.
Our scenic Loop the Lake Bike Ride around Lake Monona features five fun stops along the way. After all, we are riding for our five favorite lakes! Join us Saturday, June 15th at Olbrich Park. Your registration will help support important lake improvement projects, water quality monitoring, and educational programs.
Loop the Lake route map
Loop the Lake Bike Ride Saturday, June 15th, 2019 9 a.m. check-in | 10 a.m. start Olbrich Park in Madison, WI $35 per rider FREE for kids 10 & under
Saturday, June 15th
