Protect, Improve, and Enjoy Canadarago Lake

The Canadarago Lake Improvement Association (CLIA) is a nonprofit volunteer organization dedicated to keeping the lake healthy, supporting safe water levels, and reducing pollution.

Wide view of Canadarago Lake

Membership and donations

Support lake protection and science programs through membership and donations.

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Join or renew

Annual membership dues are currently $25 and include the yearly newsletter. Join or renew now

Autumn view by the lake

Donate to lake programs

You can direct support to programs like Watershed Steward work and walleye-related efforts. Donate online

Canadarago Lake shoreline

Memorial and honorary gifts

Celebrate or remember loved ones through a dedicated contribution. View options

About CLIA

Founded in 1963, CLIA is a nonprofit volunteer organization that works to keep the lake healthy, support safe water levels, reduce pollution, and strengthen the local lake community.

Canadarago Lake shoreline and trees

What CLIA does

  • Advocates for stable, practical lake level management
  • Supports clean water and long-term lake health
  • Partners with state and regional science programs
  • Brings neighbors together to solve lake-related concerns

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Programs and projects

CLIA works with trusted partners on invasive species prevention and water quality monitoring.

Aquatic invasive species on the lake surface

CRISP

Partnership focused on education, prevention, and early action against invasive species. Learn more

Boat steward helping at launch

Boat stewards

Volunteer boat stewards help reduce invasive species spread by supporting inspection and education at access points. Learn more

Fish in Canadarago Lake

Walleye stocking

Efforts to improve fishery balance by supporting native walleye and lake biodiversity. Learn more

Simple lake safety

Key points from CLIA FAQs.

People enjoying the lake area safely

Water and algae blooms

  • If water looks abnormal, keep people and pets out
  • HABs can appear quickly and in small areas
  • Report concerns with location and photos to CLIA
  • Do not eat fish caught during an active HAB
Boating area on Canadarago Lake

Boating and shoreline etiquette

  • No wake speed within 100 feet of shore
  • Do not apply chemicals to weeds or algae in the lake
  • For legal and enforcement issues, contact proper agencies
  • Use the weather page for real-time lake level conditions

Boat launch and Baker's Beach are managed by NYS Parks and Town of Richfield, not CLIA.

Volunteer and community resources

Additional categories for quick access.

Contact and support

Canadarago Lake Improvement Association
P.O. Box 682, Richfield Springs, NY 13439
Email: info@canadaragolake.com