Aitkin County Lakes and Rivers Association (aka ACLARA) represents lake associations in Aitkin County. Founded in 2005, ACLARA brings together lake/river associations throughout Aitkin County for the purpose of educating members on keeping lakes, rivers, shoreland and watersheds healthy for future generations.

An important function of lake/river associations is to serve as the organized voice for members with township and county management. A lake/river association can join a county coalition to have a stronger, collective voice in local water and shoreline management.

ACLARA meetings are held at the Aitkin County Library at 9:30 am on the second Saturday, April through October. Members are encouraged to discuss their association’s issues, if any, and share ideas on lake/river management, water quality and conservation matters that impact the waters we all appreciate and enjoy. Communication to the membership is via email.

Annual, nonrefundable dues are $25 for one representative and one or two alternates. Dues cover the costs of any pertinent information to keep members informed on important issues, local expert speakers on a variety of topics at the monthly meetings and minimal administrative costs. Individuals who share a common interest in the well-being of our lakes/rivers and are not part of an active lake/river association may also join annually for $25. Click the JOIN ACLARA button below for membership form.

Interested in starting a Lake Association in Aitkin County? Click on the button below for guidelines. Associations vary in structure, and ACLARA is ready to help get new lake/river associations up and running.