Spring / Summer 2025
Boat Landing Sunrise - Deb Voss - 2021
Letter from the Chair
Dear Half Moon Lake District Members,
As summer approaches and the days grow longer, I want to thank you for your continued care and commitment to Half Moon Lake. Whether you're here year-round or returning for the season, this is a special time of year to reconnect with the lake and each other.
Over the past year… SEE MORE
Editor’s Column
As the days grow longer and the ice melts away, it’s hard not to feel the excitement building for another summer at the lake. Whether you live here all year or just come for the weekend, there’s something special about the familiar sound of loons calling, the smell of..…. SEE MORE
New
Float & Jam Concert
Get ready for a unique concert experience right on the water! Join us on Saturday, June 14th, 2025, from 2–4 PM, for a free lakeside show featuring Nathan Griner and Matthew Probst—performing live from a boathouse on the east side of Half Moon Lake (Oscar Lane area)…. SEE MORE
Northern Lights over Half Moon
By Koreen Theisen - May 2024
By Melissa Lonsky (with assistance from Gemini)
As residents of the beautiful Half Moon Lake community, we cherish the tranquility and natural beauty that surrounds us. However, one often-overlooked aspect of our environment is the quality of our night sky. Increasing artificial light at night, known…. SEE MORE
Clean Boats Clean Waters - 2025 Update
We are preparing for the 2025 boating season, one training class has been presented by Polk County and another online class is scheduled for April 21st . We now have four young people…. SEE MORE
by Mike McMahon
Half Moon District accepts contributions to help fund our mission, and also to help fund our Fourth of July activities, especially the fireworks show. In the past, the fireworks show has been funded by advertising dollars from our two published newsletters each year. The fireworks show costs approximately $6,000 each year.... SEE MORE
From Treasurer Mike McMahon
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Where in the world?
HML residents Mark & Chris Sadowski. wearing their HML gear in Costa Rica in January 2025.
Got a travel pic wearing your HML gear? Send it to us and you could be in the next Loon Lines.
Aquatic Invasive Species Report - Summer 2025
By Jim Benike
Winter has been a rollercoaster ride for us, dealing with Eurasian watermilfoil (EWM). We submitted three proposals for permit applications to the Wisconsin DNR, but unfortunately, they were all rejected. We’re still submitting data and test results from other Minnesota and Wisconsin Lakes to the Wisconsin DNR, hoping to get some help.…. SEE MORE
Protecting Our Lake: CD3 Shore Boat Cleaning Station
By Steve Schatz
As boating season kicks into high gear, we’re excited to announce the CD3 Shore Boat Cleaning Station at the Halfmoon Lake landing is up an running]! This innovative, self-service system is available to all boaters and plays a crucial role in protecting our lake from aquatic invasive species (AIS).…. SEE MORE
Loon Report - Spring 2025
By Pat Mechelke
Loons normally return to lakes in our area shortly after ice out. After wintering in the Gulf of Mexico, they regularly stop in larger waters like Lake Michigan to feed and regain strength on their return north. This year.…. SEE MORE
Water Quality Report 2024
By Dave Loeffler (Water Quality Guy)
As with most of the residents and cabin owners on HML, we have all fallen in love with our lake's clear and mostly algae free waters. I too find it as one of my favorite qualities of our lake home. This past 2024 season…. SEE MORE
HML Lake Map Updates
By Dan Leh
Hello, Half Moon Lake District homesteaders and non-homesteaders, I have volunteered to update our Half Moon Lake map to correctly reflect the latest changes in home ownership. If you have changes please send an email to halfmoonlake@hotmail.com and the changes will be updated in the next map printing. The current map is based on the tax records for Polk County and will be cross-referenced yearly. This updated map will help us better understand your location, ensuring our community is accurately represented. Thank you and see you on the water!
Save the Date!
HML Fourth of July Festivities
July 5th…See the Details
Annual Lake District Meeting and Family Picnic
August 2nd…See the Details
Wakeboat Conversations: Balancing Recreation and Responsibility
Wakeboats have become increasingly popular on our lake, offering a fun and active way to enjoy the water. However, as use grows, so do concerns from lake residents about the impact of large wakes on shorelines, wildlife, and water quality.).…. SEE MORE
