Shorelines and Lifestyles

Shorelines are the interface between the terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. Ninety percent of all lake life is born, raised and fed in this area where land and water meet. Come explore this critically important portion of the Trout Lake Watershed.

Land development is not inherently bad, so long as people make an effort to maintain the biological vitality, and the aesthetic beauty of the lands they own. This beautiful pine/granite shoreline is fully developed, yet maintains its inherent natural beauty and biological functionality. A floating dock minimizes the impact of this development on fish habitat . By creating shade, it will cool the waters close to shore and actually attract fish while not interfering with natural water currents.

This, as yet undeveloped shoreline, is prime fish habitat. Good spawning habitat for pike, muskie, and many species of minnows. Good rearing habitat for small fish of all kinds, providing shelter from would be predators. Good hunting habitat for great blue herons. If you purchased this shoreline, would you immediately try to "sterilize" it by creating a sandy beach. If you did, you would be contributing to the slow death of the lake's biology. /