![]() Leech lake land consists of about 300,000 acres of lakes, 164,000 acres of wetlands and 260 miles of rivers/streams. We enjoy partnerships with the U of M Extension, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), Cass, Beltrami and Itasca counties.ĥ. We share the responsibility of the Summer Youth Experience (SYE), 1 or 2 LL Tribal College STEM interns for 10 weeks from June - August, we also take on short term college interns from LLTC, BSU & Itasca Community College (ICC).Development of water quality standards, watershed - based plans and total maximum daily loads (TMDLs).Source water, surface water, ground water and wetland protection. ![]() Individual Septic Treatment systems (ISTS) - Reviewing tribally permitted ISTS applications and perform inspections and inventory.Water quality planning, assessments and studies: land and stream surveys including water quality, fish consumption reports (tissue samples for organic contaminants, mercury, dioxins and PCB’s, invertebrate bioassessments and other studies - all involved with current and continuous projects.Review and comment on permit applications pertaining to land use plan permits and proposed activities regarding wetlands and shoreland to minimize potential impacts to aquatic resources from proposed projects.Our responsibility includes a host of activities ranging from monitoring actual water quality and quantity through collecting data, to planning and implementation of projects, development and enforcement of regulations to consultation meetings with other natural resource management agencies to assure the Band’s needs are considered and incorporated when activities are proposed within the exterior boundaries of the Leech Lake Indian Reservation. ![]() The act created mechanisms to regulate discharge of pollutants and to ensure appropriate water quality. The Clean Water Act of 1972 was developed to address growing environmental and public health concerns related to water pollution. Funding for these activities is authorized by Section 106 of the Clean Water Act. We are also only a short drive from historic downtown Walker, MN where you can find unique shopping, parks, museums, restaurants, casinos and spas.The Water Resources Program is responsible to ensure that the future of the Band’s water resources are preserved and retain the quality and quantity necessary to continue practicing the inherent traditional, cultural and spiritual ways of life of the people which are also protected by Treaties with the United States Government. With the Chippewa National Forest on our doorstep, you have easy access to diverse hunting land and 12 beautiful miles of hiking on Oak Point Trail. Oak Point Resort provides the opportunity for all our guests to experience everything that nature has to offer and to be a special part of making long lasting memories. If fishing and lake fun aren't on your Up North agenda, we have more to offer. On the resort property you can enjoy dock fishing, kayaks, the swim beach, swim island, and canoes. From trophy muskies, walleyes, and perch, to large and smallmouth bass, Leech Lake's 112,000 acres have something for every angler. Leech Lake has long been recognized as one of Minnesota's greatest fishing lakes. With eight rental cabins - each fitted with their own kitchen, bathrooms, charcoal grills, firepits, and picnic tables - owners Matt and Kim Snell are excited to welcome you and your family to this Up North escape. Nestled right in the heart of beautiful Steamboat Bay, you will find Oak Point Resort.
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