Buoys and Safety
we manage the buoys!
GCOLA provides information and resources to keep activities on the Gull Lake Chain safe for those who enjoy our lakes year around. This ranges from safe boating, swimming and fishing in the summer months to safe snowmobiling, ice-fishing and other winter activities on or near the lakes.
What We Do
We actively support and organize a number of programs to improve safety.
- Fund and coordinate the installation and maintenance of the extensive buoy system on the lakes.
- Provide watercraft safety brochures.
- Work with local law enforcement to provide boat safety training for youth.
- Educate members on ice sport safety and provide funding for lighted snowmobile trails.
- Manage the successful adopt-a-buoy program.
What You Can Do
- Ensure you stay informed on all safe boating practices, protecting not only people but wildlife and shorelands.
- Respect the buoy system and no-wake zones.
- Adopt a buoy in someone’s name when they become available.
- Read our quarterly newsmagazine for updates on safety programs and schedules for training sessions.