19 Feb 2014

Dam West Boat Ramp Closed for Polar Plunge

CARLYLE LAKE – The Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge is being held at Carlyle Lake on Saturday, February 22, 2014 in the Dam West Day Use Area. In order to accommodate the Polar Plunge activities, the Dam West Boat Ramp will be closed to the general public from Friday, February 21st at noon through Saturday, February 22nd at 4:00 p.m. The closest available boat ramps to Dam West are the Allen Branch Boat Ramp and the Apache Boat Ramp located in Eldon Hazlet State Park or the Dam East Boat Ramp which will be available to the general public during this period.

19 Feb 2014

Kaskaskia Watershed Association to hold Annual Summit

CARLYLE LAKE - The Kaskaskia Watershed Association, Inc (KWA) will hold its Annual Summit on Monday, March 3, 2014 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Mariner’s Village Convention Center, 1 Resort Drive, Carlyle, Illinois. This year’s theme “A River Runs Through It,” will focus on the important roles of the Kaskaskia River and the Kaskaskia Watershed.

13 Jan 2014

Carlyle Lake Fishing Prospects Outstanding for 2014

CARLYLE LAKE – With spring right around the corner, it is time to begin thinking about the big fish you’re going to catch this year at Carlyle Lake. Carlyle Lake provides a diverse and bountiful freshwater game fish population. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources Fisheries Division recently provided the results of the annual 2013 fall survey of Carlyle Lake and these results indicate that fishing prospects are outstanding for the upcoming season.

13 Jan 2014

Bald Eagle Presentation to be held at Carlyle High School

CARLYLE LAKE – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in cooperation with the Carlyle High School will be hosting a program presented by the World Bird Sanctuary. “All About Eagles” will be held on Saturday, February 8, 2014, beginning at 12:30 p.m. located in the Carlyle High School Gymnasium. The World Bird Sanctuary will have a live bald eagle to demonstrate the majestic flight and nature of this beautiful bird. After the presentation, eagle viewing will take place at the Carlyle Lake Main Dam and the General Dean Recreation Area. Maps of these locations will be available. Participants are encouraged to bring binoculars and dress accordingly for the weather.

8 Jan 2014

Carlyle Lake Christmas Tree Recycling Project

CARLYLE LAKE – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Carlyle Lake will be collecting used Christmas trees for the annual Christmas tree recycling project. The Corps of Engineers, along with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, uses these trees to provide an effective and economical means of providing fish habitat at Carlyle Lake.

19 Dec 2013

Boundary Maintenance Work at Carlyle Lake

CARLYLE LAKE – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Carlyle Lake will perform boundary maintenance work from December 16, 2013 through January 10, 2014 on multiple sections of the boundary line at Carlyle Lake. Boundary line maintenance work consists of uniformed Park Rangers and volunteers walking the boundary lines, replacing signposts, identifying encroachments on government property, inspecting mowing permits and clearing brush. The maintenance work is performed annually during the winter months when vegetation is at a minimum. Boundary line maintenance is necessary in order to maintain a visible boundary line and to protect the public lands at Carlyle Lake. The areas scheduled for maintenance will consist of various subdivisions located around the lake.

14 Nov 2013

2013 Water Control Operations/Dam Safety Meeting

CARLYLE LAKE – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has announced plans for a public workshop to be held on Tuesday, November 26, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. at the Mariner’s Village Resort Conference Center in Carlyle, Illinois.

17 Oct 2013

Recreation Areas Reopen at Carlyle Lake

CARLYLE LAKE – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will reopen all recreation areas that were closed due to the government shutdown, Thursday, October 17th. This includes all boat ramps, day use areas, outlying parking lots, and the Dam West, McNair and East Spillway Campgrounds. Dam West and McNair Campgrounds will remain open through 12:00 noon, Sunday, November 3, 2013. Dam East Campground will remain open year round. All existing campground reservations will be honored. The Boulder and Coles Creek Campgrounds are closed for the season. All existing campground reservations will be honored. Eldon Hazlet State Park has remained open thought the Government shutdown and will remain open.

1 Oct 2013

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers preparing for possible October 1 nationwide closure of USACE-operated campgrounds and day-use parks

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is preparing for the closure of all USACE-operated campgrounds and day-use parks nationwide beginning Tuesday, October 1, if the potential shutdown of the federal government for lack of fiscal 2014 funding legislation goes into effect. Affected recreation areas would not reopen until after the shutdown is lifted

9 Sep 2013

Hunter Ethics

CARLYLE LAKE - As the traditional hunting season moves into full swing this fall, hunters are reminded of their obligation to practice ethical and safe hunting while in the field. Remember, your personal ethics might not match your neighbors, but certain guidelines do pertain to all hunters.