Ban Wake Surfing on Lake Waramaug

Wake surfing just isn't right for Lake Waramaug

Wake surfing creates massive waves—up to four times larger than traditional ski boating. These waves create hazardous conditions for paddlers, rowers, and other boaters, including other water skiers and fishermen. The enhanced waves threaten anyone on the water -- even small children wading at our public beaches are at risk from these breaking waves. On a shared lake, the safety of everyone is a first priority.

Churning up Sediments and Destroying Plants: The giant wake generated to wake surf churns up sediment as deep as 26 feet disturbing fish habitats, releasing built-up toxins, and contributing to algae blooms, which cloud the water and harm wildlife. It threatens the entire ecological balance of the lake.

Shoreline Erosion: The powerful waves crash onto the shoreline, swamping areas and accelerating erosion. This can cause immediate and dramatic damage. A lake's shore way evolves over a long period of time in response to many natural environmental factors -- lake contour, size, depth, as well as weather and wind. Unnaturally large waves can disrupt the balance of the lake and its shoreline. Sensitive natural habitats for aquatic plants and animals are disturbed. Public and private property is subject to unnatural erosion and damage. This impact can happen fast and can be irreversible.