Hayden Lake buoys installed to protect research area

The Hayden Lake Watershed Improvement District recently announced the installation of three new buoys near the Sportsman Park boat launch on the north end of Hayden Lake. 

Permitted by the Idaho Department of Lands, the buoys protect the location of harmful algal bloom research to be conducted by the University of Idaho, a press release said.

"The new buoys effectively extend the no-wake zone across both northern bays and will remain in place for the duration of the research project over the next two years," the release said.

The HLWID also assisted the city of Hayden Lake in replacing six damaged buoys that protect the shoreline between Honeysuckle and Bervin Bay.

Boaters are cautioned to stay clear of all buoys around the lake for protection of the shoreline and the safety of recreators and the research personnel and equipment. 

They are urged to maintain speeds below 5 mph and avoid plowing when approaching or moving through no-wake zones.