University of Minnesota Research & Programs
Learn how University of Minnesota research and programs support water quality, aquatic invasive species prevention, and lake stewardship efforts connected to Long Lake near Park Rapids, MN.
Interested in getting involved? Join the Environmental Stewardship Committee or volunteer to support this work.
Several of our LLAA volunteers have become Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Detectors for the state of Minnesota through courses offered by the Minnesota Aquatic Invasive Species Research Center (MAISRC). To learn more about MAISRC and other UMN initiatives and how their work supports Long Lake’s water quality, check out the resources shown below. To become more involved with our Environmental Stewardship Committee, explore the resources below and learn how you can contribute.
Healthy Waters Initiative
The UMN St. Anthony Falls Lab is researching the environmental impacts of boat-generated waves and propeller wash. This work helps lake users better understand how to enjoy and protect Minnesota lakes, including Long Lake.
Explore the resources below for updates and research findings related to wake boats and their impacts.
Related Research & Reports:
MPR report on Impact of Wake Boats on lakes: 2025
Phase I of the Wave Study: 2022
Phase II of the Wave Study: 2025
Videos from St Anthony Study posted on YouTube:
Printable PDF of Article from LLAA August Newsletter with wake map.
Aquatic Invasive Species Identification Guidebook
The Aquatic Invasive Species Identification Guidebook can be viewed online or downloaded for free. It is from the Minnesota Aquatic Invasive Species Research Center (MAISRC) website.
Minnesota Aquatic Invasive Species Research Center (MAISRC)
The Minnesota Aquatic Invasive Species Research Center (MAISRC) provides information on zebra mussels, starry stonewort and identification information, information for AIS detectors and the public. There are several educational webinars on the science behind their studies.