Indian Lake Watershed Association Update 2/5/2021
Angler Event Series begins with 'Introduction to Ice Fishing'
Wednesday, February 10th at 6:30 pm
A series of virtual and outdoor, fishing-themed events are planned for the area beginning in February and running through September of 2021. This diverse program includes opportunities for novice to advanced anglers, and are family friendly. Events include socially distanced Learn-to-Fish and Learn-to-Ice-Fish courses through MassWildlife, as well as virtual seminars on the history of local fish populations, and the biology of fly fishing. Several events will provide the opportunity to learn about how water quality issues, like harmful algal blooms and invasive aquatic weeds can be detrimental to fish and provide information on how each of us can help protect and preserve fish habitat. In total, thirteen events are planned for the year. Ever wanted to try fishing? This is your chance. Those taking one of the "Learn to Fish" classes may reserve and borrow fishing equipment for the day.

Registration is now open for the first event, 'Introduction to Ice Fishing', which is a virtual event led by the MassWildlife Education Program, taking place on Wednesday, February 10th at 6:30 pm. Participants at this event will have the opportunity to reserve a space at one of two ice fishing outings: February 13th at Cook's Pond and February 20th at Indian Lake, to practice what they learned!

Events are free and open to the public. For the full list of events, locations, and registration, visit: www.wooanglerseries.com.
 
The events are sponsored and hosted by the Lake Quinsigamond, Tatnuck Brook, and Indian Lake Watershed Associations, Shrewsbury Parks and Recreation, and Worcester Department of Public Works & Parks Lakes and Ponds Program. Other collaborators include MassWildlife, Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation, and the Lake Quinsigamond Commission.

Come and see why people are getting hooked on Worcester's Lakes and Ponds!
WPI students present ideas for 'Indian Lake Loop'
Thank you to everyone who attended the 'virtual' presentation of the 'Indian Lake Loop' on January 12th. Nisreen Aljumaili, Evelyn Mortimer and Nicolas Tagaris, evaluated existing conditions on the frequently traveled 3 mile path, connected with numerous groups, businesses and city representatives as well as researched ideas on a wider scale to come up with improvements and enhancements to make it a true 'destination' in the city as part of an Independent Qualifying Project.

It is important to remember that this is not a guarantee of funding or implementation but an important way to engage people in the community and get ideas of what the future could be. We sincerely value the commitment WPI makes to our community and would like to especially acknowledge the great work of the students and their advisors.

Nisreen Aljumaili will complete a follow on piece of the project in March. Stay tuned for more information!

Please follow the link below to see the final report!
Neighborhood input on parks and personal watercraft challenges
The ILWA submitted a petition to the Worcester City Council in October asking for a review of current challenges and a comprehensive plan be developed to address numerous challenges at the three city-owned properties on Indian Lake (Morgan Park, Shore Park and the City Beach at the end of Clason Road) based on challenges that these facilities have experienced over a period of time which were of particular concern to neighborhood residents and parks visitors last summer.

This petition, in addition to a request for a review of communication relative to eliminating or decreasing the use of jet skis on Indian Lake requested by City Councilors Rose and Mero-Carlson, are on the 'pending list' awaiting a meeting date by the City Council Subcommittee on Veterans' Memorials, Parks and Recreation Committee.

These two items are especially important to our neighborhood and we are looking forward to a meeting where everyone can provide input and ideas. Please consider reaching out to your city councilor and/or members of this important subcommittee to help craft a plan prior to spring.
The Indian Lake Watershed Association is now accepting memberships and donations online!
Please click on the following link to submit your membership and/or donation: 
Indian Lake Watershed Association, Inc PO Box 60244 Worcester, MA 01606
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