What We Do

The CLA's mission is to provide effective and efficient lake maintenence services for the benefit of all Chautauqua Lake users.

The Chautauqua Lake Association is the "Steward of the Lake." The CLA...

Promotes and facilitates the ongoing scientific study of Chautauqua Lake and its surrounding ecosystem.

Participates in and cooperates with local, state, and federal lake management programs, associations and regulatory agencies.

Educates the community about Chautauqua Lake's ecosystem and environmental lake management practices.

The Chautauqua Lake Association is Committed To Protecting and Improving Lake Quality For Your Enjoyment

The Chautauqua Lake Association is committed to initiating and implementing in-lake management activities to protect and improve the quality of Chautauqua Lake. The CLA’s primary goal is to ensure the natural beauty, safety and utility of the lake as a recreational resource.

What's New at the CLA!

Celebrate the spectacular light of Chautauqua actually visible from space! As we Light the Lakes illuminating the earth from the Chautauqua sky!
10 PM AUGUST 31, 2008

Cornell Aquatic Scientist Leads Lake Symposium

Three Chautauqua Institution residents take the scientific approach to understanding what plants and insects inhabit Chautauqua Lake by peering into microscopes at a recent symposium at Chautauqua Suites in Mayville. The interactive presentation was led by aquatic scientist Robert L. Johnson and sponsored by the Chautauqua Lake Association.

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