Hayden Lake Watershed Improvement District

06/23/2026

Sometimes It Just Can't Wait
Sometimes, a story unfolds on the water that deserves to be shared in the moment. Sometimes, our fellow lake enthusiasts are inspired by the breathtaking beauty of our lake and watershed — an enchanting sunset, a heron in a quiet cove, the peaceful glow of morning fog in the watershed. Every day, beauty happens all around Hayden Lake. Sometimes it's nice to be reminded of what we all work to protect.

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06/19/2026

Light moves differently here, sneaking through branches, settling on understory ferns, casting shadows that reshape what we thought we recognized.

The forest speaks to us in quieter ways, with mountain breezes making the leaves rustle and treetops sway.

When we pause for a moment, birdsong becomes more distinct, and the chorus of frogs and insects start to fill in the symphony. It’s what we call the rhythm of life in the watershed.

05/24/2026

Our neighbors on Hayden Lake, you’re invited to participate in the 2026 Lake Debris Removal Program. This annual effort helps remove large floating debris and shoreline junk that can clutter the lake, create navigation hazards, and impact water quality.

June 15 is the deadline for delivering debris to the
Mokins Bay collection site.

For more information visit our post: https://haydenlakewid.com/living-on-hayden-lake/lake-debris/lake-debris-removal-program-2026/

Send a message to learn more

05/17/2026

“When the lake is calm, the mountains reflect in silence through the morning fog.”
— Anonymous

05/12/2026

Avista is taking action to respond to the hot, windy, dry weather conditions to decrease the potential for wildfires in the North Idaho regions, and across our Washington and Idaho service areas.

Avista will be implementing, if warranted, a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS), which is when we could preemptively turn off power for the safety of your community. A PSPS event is used only in extreme weather conditions. Avista will use this method to reduce the threat of wildfires.

Join us for a Live Conversation about Wildfire, PSPS and everything else Avista is doing to help mitigate these risks on Tuesday May 12th at 6:00 p.m.

You’ll hear from Avista personnel about the changes we’re making to reduce wildfire risk in your community. We will also be joined by our partnering experts within the wildfire space on ways to help you become resilient around your homes.

You will also have an opportunity to ask questions and provide valuable feedback throughout the event.

Three ways to participate

1. Register in advance using the button link below. Then, wait by your phone and receive a call on May 12th at 6:00 p.m.

2. Call in at 6:00 p.m. on May 12th to join the toll-free call:

English (888) 400-1932 | Spanish (888) 400-9342

3. Answer our call on your phone. If we have your correct phone number on file, you’ll automatically receive a call at 6:00 p.m. on May 12th, and you can decide to join (or not) at that time.

Register Now: https://click.ask.myavista.com/?qs=ABB7InYiOjEsImQiOjQ4NzN9AAoAAAAAAMbXjdVF6q1y9A8MSbTH8q7i_U2yp0pE7UlUpMT8kIvoUVYkY1RUa3kPbsUfzoiyWvW11jbatpKCO3RTfODobEH3nXA8U7P8UUai3Liyj40

Want more info?
Visit us online to learn more about Avista’s Wildfire Resiliency Plan: https://click.ask.myavista.com/?qs=ABB7InYiOjEsImQiOjQ4NzN9AAoAAAAAAMbXjdVGGSDh6_TPZUr29pkaRjxlOUFtIXe77Zc3_LIziB-tO6kH__bUBAQVgPjmSuJa1cf0Xot9338o5h9Ta89xalhG0-8NwIMQzmOAzlg

Disclaimer: The Hayden Lake Water Improvement District is sharing this information to help keep our community informed during this year’s drought conditions. This should not be interpreted as an endorsement of Avista or its services.

04/05/2026

Happy Easter from the Hayden Lake Watershed Improvement District.

Spring is a time of renewal—both for our community and for Hayden Lake. Thank you for being part of the shared effort to care for this special place. Wishing you a peaceful and joyful holiday.

04/04/2026

Special Meeting of the
Hayden Lake Watershed Improvement District

Tuesday, April 7, 2025, 1:00 p.m.

Link to Attend Monthly Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82802910437?pwd=T0M3S01PbzNvVG94emVwK1N5UXE0Zz09

Proposed Agenda: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ll1XfnrEjbpZ9aoV31MIfw2m_YCQGrmDQm4hDMGkQQA/edit?usp=sharing