Lake Information

More than $13 Million in Funding and New Initiatives to Address Harmful Algal Blooms

Governor Phil Murphy and officials from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection today announced more than $13 million in funding to local communities and a new initiative to reduce and prevent future harmful algal blooms in New Jersey.

Lake Hopatcong Foundation – Develops Lake-Friendly Living Guide

Who can forget the summer of 2019 on Lake Hopatcong, as our lake became the poster child for the Harmful Algae Blooms (HABs), and we all asked ourselves “What can I do to help the lake?”

Lake Hopatcong Foundation - Learning from fellow watershed partners

LHF | By Jess Murphy:On topics ranging from invasive species prevention to leveraging non-traditional partnerships for positive change, the Lake Hopatcong Foundation had the opportunity to learn from scientists, lobbyists, fellow nonprofits, and other experts at the 7th Annual Delaware River Watershed Forum on October 16 and 17 in Allentown, Penn.

Webber measure preserving Greenwood Lake advances

TRENTON, N.J. – The Assembly Appropriations Committee today approved Assemblyman Jay Webber’s legislation (A3804) creating a fund to preserve New Jersey’s second largest lake.

Four ways to protect Lake Hopatcong this fall

By Holly Odgers | LHF: The leaves are falling, signaling such autumn tasks as yard cleanups and pulling and winterizing boats. While you make your winter preparations, please keep the following tips in mind to protect our beautiful lake.

President of Princeton Hydro – Four things we MUST DO to Stop HABs in 2020

Lake Hopatcong residents know Princeton Hydro as the organization relied upon to provide monitoring and recommendations for the lake. So, when the president of Princeton Hydro outlines what MUST be done now for 2020, it’s news.

Lake Hopatcong Foundation - Honored with Excellence Award for Clean Water Stewardship

The Lake Hopatcong Foundation was honored with a Clean Water Stewardship Award at the Morris County MUA 2019 Environmental Excellence Awards on October 11, 2019, at the Frelinghuysen Arboretum.

Lake Hopatcong Commission Meeting: Quarry Testing – Drawdown – & More

The Lake Hopatcong Commission (LHC) held their standard monthly meeting on November 12, 2019 at the Lake Hopatcong Foundation Train Station.

Morris County historic marker dedication at Hopatcong Train Station

On Monday, October 28, 2019, the Morris County Heritage Commission will dedicate a historic marker at the Lake Hopatcong Station.

LHF Volunteer Spotlight: Craig Dawson

Lake Hopatcong Foundation | By Bill Woolley: At this rate, Craig Dawson may never have to buy another T-shirt in his life.

Lake Hopatcong Commission Meeting (10/15) – Highlights & Full Video Coverage

The Lake Hopatcong Commission held their monthly meeting at the Lake Hopatcong Foundation on October 15, 2019. The following article provides the highlights of the meeting and video coverage of the full meeting.

Racers gearing up for Lake Hopatcong Grand Prix – This Sunday

Offshore powerboat racing is back again this Sunday on Lake Hopatcong. This time, it plays host to the 2019 National Championship race, where the drivers will go all out to win the last race before the championships.

Lake Loop 2019 – Coverage - Best one yet!

On a beautiful fall day at Lake Hopatcong, the Lake Hopatcong Foundation held it's annual Lake Loop 2019 with over 225 participants, which is the highest in their eight-year history.