02/09/2026
Franklin Lake is more than just a lake, it is a place of beauty, peace, and connection for generations of people that live in and travel to the Northwoods. Its waters and shores have welcomed campers, hikers, anglers, and nature enthusiasts for decades. The lake has given us a place of community, memories, and traditions that carry on through the years.
But TODAY, Franklin Lake needs OUR help. The lake’s ecology is in decline with the walleye and rare inland whitefish are on the verge of extinction. Without action, we risk losing not only the wildlife Franklin Lake is home to, but also future opportunities to experience the lake in ways that bring us back year after year to this special place.
This fundraiser will support vital conservation efforts, including a walleye spawning reef that will rebuild and protect Franklin Lake’s walleye and whitefish populations forever. By coming together as a community, we can give back to the lake that has given so much to us all and make a positive difference.
YOU can make a difference TODAY — every gift, every time you tell a friend/family member about our project, every foundation or business you share our cause with for grant or sponsorship support — ALL helps ensure Franklin Lake’s fish, wildlife, and natural beauty will be protected for future generations.
To read an article about this crucial and important project, read the article linked below. Data gathered by the WDNR from the project will have the goal of creating a blueprint to address the issue of declining walleye populations on lakes across the Northwoods in the future.
News article: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SamN-SrqzCJgWLCZQdCuGouGPyoKNCeS/view?usp=drivesdk
To support this project and work, you can:
Are you a business in the Oneida/Vilas/Forest county area looking to support the community while promoting your brand/company to a larger audience and bring awareness to your products or services? Consider becoming a sponsor of Franklin Lake's future conservation project, a WDNR approved walleye spawning reef! We need EVERYONE'S help, including businesses. Sponsorship levels and marketing offerings are listed in the photos below. If you are a business interested in discussing a potential fully tax deductible sponsorship, please email us at: [email protected]
Not a business owner but still want to make a difference? Ask your employer if they have a community support program and mention our organization or reach out to us to connect with them.
You can also become a lake association member (open to anyone for $25) or make a one time donation to support the project and our future work. Thank you to all of the businesses and people out there who love and enjoy our beautiful lakes and want to preserve them for future generations!
Click here to become a sponsor or make a donation:
https://form.jotform.com/250678791547169
https://gofund.me/fa265494e
Thank you to all of our current supporters and those who have generously given to this project to make a positive difference on Franklin Lake and the community for future generations. We also thank you for considering supporting our efforts in the future!
