Friends of Dauphin Lake Inc

05/25/2026

Fiends of Dauphin Lake 2026 Update

The Friends of Dauphin Lake committee has began planning for the operation of the w**d harvester this summer. We are in the process of providing the Department of Fisheries and Oceans with the information they require to renew our operating permit. It is our goal to operate the harvester beginning mid to late June until early to mid August (timeframes are dictated by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans). Between now and then, a few things need to occur.

Harvester Upgrades and Maintenance - The harvester requires regular maintenance and a few upgrades that will enhance the operation and safety of the boat.

Boat Operation - The Friends of Dauphin Lake have been approved for a summer position that will allow us to hire a young person (under age 30) for about 8 weeks. The position will be paid $18/hour and will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the harvester, organizing volunteers, basic boat maintenance and a variety of other duties as needed. The individual hired will receive any necessary training and orientation. If you are aware of anyone interested in this position, have them submit a resume to The Friends of Dauphin Lake at [email protected]

Need for Volunteers - The daily operation of the w**d harvester relies on a consistent group of volunteers that will work with our staff person. The harvester requires a minimum of 2 people at a time to safely operate the boat. While we have a small group of dedicated volunteers, we require more if we want to operate the boat more consistently. Individuals who are interested should send an email to [email protected]. All volunteers will receive mandatory training.

Donations - We require ongoing funding to support the operation and maintenance of the harvester. Our initial fundraising drive generated sufficient funds to allow us to purchase the harvester and get it operational and cover the first year's operational and maintenance costs. Additional dollars are required for ongoing costs (fuel, maintenance, upgrades, student wages, etc). The Friends of Dauphin Lake is incorporated as a not-for-profit organization with the Canada Revenue Agency which provides it charitable status so all donations to support the harvester will receive a charitable donation tax receipt. Donations can be sent to the attention of Marion Pernarowski, Box 445 Dauphin, Manitoba R7N 2V3. They can also be dropped off at the MNP Office, 32 2nd Avenue SW, Dauphin or given to any Friends of Dauphin Lake board member.

11/16/2025

The beauty of being at the lake ❤️

10/30/2025

Friends of Dauphin Lake committee has had a busy first year working out processes and operating the w**d harvester that was purchased in the fall of 2024 While there have been a number of mechanical and logistical challenges the harvester has proven to be a very efficient machine. Our goal is to have an earlier start in 2026 and to be able to operate the harvester on a regular schedule as weather and water levels allow.

In order to operate the harvester more effectively in 2026 Friends of Dauphin Lake requires more volunteers to operate the harvester. Two people are required each time the harvester is on the water, one to drive the boat and one to act as a spotter continuously looking out for fish - especially the Bigmouth Buffalo Carp, a species of Special Concern in our lake. While we have a small group of trained volunteers, more are needed if we are going to maximize the use and impact of the harvester. We have developed a short training program that new volunteers can take at their convenience.

DFO attended our project site on September 9, 2025 to see the w**d harvester process in action. It was a beautiful day! Other than low water level, the harvest happened according to plan.

We also require ongoing funding to support the operation and maintenance of the harvester. Our initial fundraising drive generated sufficient funds to allow us to purchase the harvester and get it operational and cover the first year's operational and maintenance costs. Additional dollars will be required for ongoing costs.

The Friends of Dauphin Lake is incorporated as a not for profit organization with Canada Revenue Agency charitable status so all donations to support the harvester will receive a charitable donation tax receipt. Please consider supporting this project with a regular donation to: Friends of Dauphin Lake Inc
Registered Charity # 78149 2152 RR0001, Box 445, Dauphin, Mb R7N 2V3

Our volunteer board members are Chris Carefoot, Wayne Heide, Marion Pernarowski, Mark Talbot, Terri Rampton, Kristen Haverluck, Cory Hanneson, Jason Gibbs, Ryan Shuttleworth, Brad Carefoot, Linnea Marohn, David Marohn, Kim Safronetz.

To volunteer, please contact Terri Rampton 204-648-5326 or email [email protected] for more information.

08/01/2025

07/22/2025

Big thank you to Jim and Elaine McGregor of Old Town Harbour for allowing us to dock the w**d harvester at the canal. In the process of completing the w**d harvester operations and safety training before we can head on the lake.

07/18/2025

It’s time to all work together to see Dauphin Lake thrive….check out the w**d harvester in action!

07/16/2025

Does anyone know where there is a used dock to put in the canal at Old Town Harbour for friends of Dauphin Lake? The w**d harvestor is ready to go!