A Voice for New York Lakes

Welcome to the New York State Federations of Lake Associations, Inc. website. Founded in 1983, NYSFOLA is a not-for-profit coalition of lake associations, individuals, and corporate members dedicated to the protection and restoration of New York lakes.

Notice of DEC Proposed Rule Making and Public Hearing for 6 NYCRR Part 664, Freshwater Wetlands Jurisdiction and Classification

NYS DEC is proposing to repeal 6 NYCRR Part 664, Freshwater Wetlands Maps and Classification, and replace it with a new Part 664, Freshwater Wetlands...

New Boat Wash Site in the Adirondack Park

There is a new boat wash station in the Town of Forestport. It is located at 10275 NYS Route 28 at the Forestport Town Hall...

DEC Releases Environmental Bond Act Draft Guidelines for Disadvantaged Community Investment Eligibility and Accounting

Draft Guidelines Now Available for Public Review and Comment through June 21, 2024 The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today released for...

Grant Opportunities Now Available!

The State of New York has funding available! Consolidated Funding Application Grants Certain grant programs (e.g., WQIP, Non-Agricultural Non-Point Source) offer higher points for communities who...

Adirondack Lakes Alliance to Hold 10th Anniversary Symposium at Paul Smith’s College

The Adirondack Lakes Alliance (ALA) will be holding their 10th Anniversary Symposium on Friday August 9th at Paul Smith’s College. NYSFOLA is a proud partner...

Check Out the 2024 CSLAP Dashboard

The 2024 Citizens Statewide Lake Assessment Program is underway. This year we have 196 sites on 183 lakes with over 600 volunteers conducting sampling. Volunteers...