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HISTORY

The Balsam Lake Homeowner's Association has served the residents living on Polk County's largest and most populous lake for over 50 years. It ranks among the largest,
most active and respected organizations in the Wisconsin Association of Lakes.
It is funded solely by membership dues, advertising income and fundraising projects.

THE BOARD

The BLHA's Board of Directors and its committees continually work to fund and administrate the many projects important to the lake community. Primary among these efforts is sponsorship of the lake's deputized Water Safety Patrol and state-certified Boating Safety classes for adults and youngsters.
 

SAFETY & MAINTENANCE

Balsam Lake's safety record is second to none. In addition, BLHA volunteers annually place, maintain and remove safety buoys on the lake, monitor the lake water quality and represent the membership at government meetings.
 

SPONSORSHIPS & ACTIVITIES

The Association is the major sponsor of Balsam Lake's annual Freedom Fest Fireworks Show, conducts the July 4th Boat Parade, and holds their Annual Meeting of the membership the second Saturday of August. These activities are supported by Association publications which provide the only communications link among an estimated 2,100 persons who occupy over 800 residences on or near Balsam Lake's 23 miles of shoreline that reaches into five separate municipalities. Over 75% of this growing, affluent population are recreational residents who own two or more homes plus multiple vehicles and watercraft. 

BALSAM LAKE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION

2025 MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

 

  • Receive three issues of Shorelines, published June, July and August. These publications are mailed to your year-round address and contain great lake information, stories and local advertising for our members to help support the local community.

  • A weekly e-mail blast is sent out during the summer and occasionally the rest of the year announcing special events in the community.

  • Our “Welcome to Summer” and " End of Summer" gatherings which is held on a rotating schedule with local restaurants.

  • After we receive your Membership Form and dues, you’ll receive a BLHA Membership Card that provides discounts and special offers at local Balsam Lake establishments.

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Every year we contribute funds and organize the Freedom Fest Fireworks. We welcome and encourage voluntary contributions from our members to make our fireworks among the best in the area.  Simply indicate the amount you wish to donate and include it with your membership payment.  Fundraising and Planning for special projects that benefit the Balsam Lake Community are also done. Plus, the BLHA provides a boat and resources for a boat patrol that benefit all who use and enjoy the lake.  With local law enforcement, it keeps the lake safe for all to enjoy. Please consider a donation to keep this  very important feature of our lake in good working condition.
 

With funds generated from advertising in our publications, our Community Outreach makes donations to various community and charitable organizations.
Past Community Outreach recipients include: 

  • Improvements to the Polk County Museum

  • Improvements to the Balsam Lake Library

  • Equipment to Balsam Lake First Responders and Milltown Fire Department

  • Improvements around Balsam Lake through our donations to:  Chamber of Commerce and Smart Growth Committee.

  • Balsam Lake Water Patrol Equipment

  • Kinship of Polk County

  • Balsam Lake Water Ski Show Team Association

  • Arnell Humane Society

  • Balsam Lake Garden Club

 

Tell your neighbors! Let them know what the Balsam Lake Homeowners Association does for the community and the benefits of being a member. Encourage them to join!

 

Thank you for your support. We would appreciate it if you would spread the word about joining our association to help ensure a great Balsam Lake Community for everyone.

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