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December 9, 2025

Seneca Lake Update: HABs, Hemlocks, and More

GENEVA, N.Y. – Seneca Lake Pure Waters Association (Pure Waters) President Bill Roege recently joined FLX Morning Podcast last week to share updates on Pure Waters’ work, including invasive species management, water quality monitoring, municipal engagement, and the annual appeal. The conversation highlighted a busy year of progress, unusual trends on the lake, and the...
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Hansen Family
November 20, 2025

Seneca Lake Family Legacy: Protecting Generations of Memories

GENEVA, N.Y. – For the Hansen–Duell family, Seneca Lake has been a summer sanctuary for more than 80 years. It all began in 1940, when Nelson and Florence Hansen sought a peaceful retreat from the bustling Himrod Eagle Hotel. Back then, the shoreline was mostly untouched—quiet stretches of swampy land dotted with a few cottages,...
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Pure Brew
September 24, 2025

PURE Brew Collaboration Raises $8,021 for Seneca Lake

GENEVA, N.Y. – Seneca Lake Pure Waters Association (Pure Waters) is beyond grateful to the Seneca Lake Order of Brewers (SLOBs) and Grist Iron Brewing Company for presenting us with a donation of $8,021 raised through this year’s PURE Pils collaboration brew. The check was presented last night, September 23, 2025, at a reception hosted...
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volunteers
September 12, 2025

Seneca Lake Pure Waters 2025 Volunteer Recognition

GENEVA, N.Y. – Seneca Lake Pure Waters Association (Pure Waters) is proud to honor the dedicated volunteers and supporters who help protect and preserve Seneca Lake. During the 2024- 2025 fiscal year alone, more than 170 volunteers contributed 3,290 hours supporting water quality monitoring, community outreach, and restoration projects across the watershed. Their collective efforts...
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2025 Auction
July 14, 2025

2025 Seneca Lake Online Auction | Bid to Protect the Lake

GENEVA, N.Y. — Seneca Lake Pure Waters Association is excited to announce that its popular 2025 Online Auction is officially open for bidding! Community members, supporters, and lake lovers near and far can bid from anywhere to help protect Seneca Lake water quality and support local conservation efforts. The fully virtual auction runs now through...
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May 4, 2025

Seneca Lake Pure Waters Launches Store for Lake Protection

Geneva, NY — Seneca Lake Pure Waters Association (Pure Waters) is excited to announce the launch of its brand-new online store! Now open, the store features a variety of merchandise that lets you show your love for Seneca Lake while directly supporting efforts to protect its natural beauty and health. From apparel and eco-friendly totes...
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