Please Take this Survey to Shape Japanese Beetle Eradication — $25 Gift Card - Sept 13th deadline

The ALSC has been asked to help inform people about the following survey. If it wasn't so important they would not be going to such extreme efforts to get poeple to participate in eradicating this beetle beast.  Taking the survey will help them in this effort. Please take it whether or not you have already consented to treatment and enjoy your gift card to places like Walmart or Amazon and more. 

The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) wants to better understand what property owners, renters, businesses, residents, and community partners need to feel informed about, and participate in, WSDA’s eradication efforts.

Right now, we're trying to better understand:

• What's keeping residents and property owners from returning their consent-to-treat forms?
• What would help people feel more informed about and connected to WSDA's eradication efforts?
• What would motivate residents and property/landowners to return their consent forms?

The fastest way to help is to complete this short survey by Sunday, September 13: [SURVEY LINK]. 

It takes about 10 minutes, and people who successfully complete the survey will have the option to receive a $25 gift card as compensation for their time and perspective. 

If you would like to connect directly with the WSDA program team, you can reach them at pest@agr.wa.gov

On behalf of the WSDA Japanese Beetle Community Engagement Pilot, thank you for helping.

THE BEETLES ARE HERE - DON''T LET THEM TAKE OUR GARDENS

PLEASE sign up and help stop this pest. LAST CHANCE to save our gardens is August 16th. 

They are catching most Japanese beetles around the lake and in our community. They are still treating properties, but not everyone has responded. If all properties are not treated the beetles will still plague us.  The last chance to sign up is August 16. 

Residents can consent online

If you need your parcel number

• call 1-800-443-6684
• email pest@agr.wa.gov
• visit the King County parcel search

 

If you have any other questions, please feel free to contact:

 

Cassie Knavel,  formerly Cichorz |  Outreach Specialist

Plant Protection | Pest Program

Washington State Department of Agriculture

Office: 800-443-6684  |  Cell: 360-688-0560  |  agr.wa.gov

Here are pictures of Japanese beetles and the damage they did in our neighborhood this month. 

 

THE NEWEST ALSC LAKE EVENT

IT’S A BARGE PARTY & POTLUCK IN THE MIDDLE OF THE LAKE 

AUGUST 15TH, 4 TO 8 PM

CALLING ALL BOATS TO COME JOIN THE PARTY AT THE L! 

SHARE FOOD AND DRINK AND LAUGHTER.

COME HOWEVER YOU CAN: SWIM, PADDLE, PEDDLE - OR …

BOATS WILL COME TO FETCH YOU

HERE ARE THE DETAILS: 

• This is an ALSC event. Free for members & guests. Not a member? Please see QR/URL below. Membership is only $20 per year.

• Three of the ALSC barges will be connected at the L. 

• Tie your boat up to the barges and join the party. 

• Bring food to share and your own drinks. 

• No boat? No problem. Go to the following docks & call the number posted there. 

Yossef’s dock at 3511 S 194th 

Jone’s dock Post 40 at 19407 Military Rd South 

• Safety waivers must be signed upon boarding the raft. Wristbands (provided) should be worn on board. To save time, download, fill out, print & bring the waiver with your I.D. – QR/URL below. 

• If you cannot swim, wear a life vest (you must bring your own). Swimming is not anticipated, but as there are no rails on the barges, we encourage you not to fall off. 

• There will be no chairs on the barges but there will be tables for food. 

• Non-boaters are invited aboard any boat to sit, eat and visit. 

• Plates, utensils, napkins & a large beverage cooler will be provided. 

• This is a 21 and over event as alcohol is permitted. 

• Call Jim Todd with questions: (206) 226-9965

For ALSC Membership click here or scan QR Code

Click here or scan QR Code to Download Waiver

ALSC Independence Day Celebration Schedule

Here is your Angle Lake Schedule of fun!

But first, the Sad News: The Angle Lake public park will closed at dusk. The city is not partaking in the fireworks sponsorship.

But wait, there is Good News: As a special treat this year you can tap into music coordinated with the fireworks show compliments of Halo Pyrotech.  You will need to join the app prior to 10 pm to experience the full sound track. After 3 intro songs for the flares to be lit, there will be a brief pause in the music just in case there is an issue with the fireworks, then the audo will roll right into the fireworks show. 

IMPORTANT: A step by step guide to hook into the music is at the end of this post. 

This map will be emailed to ALSC members. The details are as follows:

 

1. Bud Jones Memorial Run/Walk Around the Lake (Fire Post #36)

9:00 AM Walker Start

9:30 AM Runner Start

10:00 AM Awards

2. Angle Lake Manor Community Kids Parade (S. 194th & 33rd)

10:30 AM Gather and decorate self and bikes

11:00 AM Parade Starts with Ice Cream Social at the end

3. Water Sports Competition (Fire Post #46)

3:00 PM Swim Race Start

4:00 PM Boat Races for any type of boat that shows up

4. Festive Boat Parade (Todd Beach, Fire Post #78)

7:00 PM Tour Around the Lake 

5. Safety Clearance Zone

9:00 PM - Do not enter this zone and there will be no through access 

6. Grand Fireworks Finale (times are approximate)

10:00 PM: Ring of Fire (Ignite Shoreline Road Flares)

10:10 PM: Fireworks Display Sponsored by ALSC (Approximate Start Time)

NOTE: Fire Post refer to the numbered placard at the end of the driveways around Angle Lake.  Location and times are approximate and may change without prior notice.

Donations The ALSC relies on contributions to continue our Independence Day program. If you enjoy any of the above activities, please consider contributing to support these events. Please donate by scanning the QR code here or send your donation to 3316 S. 194th St, SeaTac, WA. 98188 

🎆 PYROCAST FIREWORKS SHOW AUDIO GUIDE 🎆

📲 HOW TO DOWNLOAD & JOIN THE SHOW

1) Download the App

• Open the App Store (iPhone) or Google Play Store (Android) 
• Search for “Pyrocast” 
• Download and install the app 

2) Join the Show

• Open the Pyrocast app 
• Enter the 4-digit SHOW CODE provided by the operator >>>> (Code is: 4UCE) <<<<
• Tap Join Show 

3) Download the Audio

• The app will automatically load the show audio 
• Wait for it to finish syncing before the show begins  

4) When the Show Starts

• Keep the app open and your phone ready 
• The audio will start automatically 
• Enjoy the synchronized fireworks experience! 

🎧 IMPORTANT TIPS

• 🔋 Fully charge your phone before the show 
• 📶 Make sure you have a stable internet connection when joining 
• 🔊 Turn volume up- Connect to a speaker(s) so all around can hear! The more the better! 
• 🚫 Don’t close the app once the show has started 
• ⏱ Join a few minutes early to ensure everything loads properly 

🎇 ENJOY THE SHOW! 🎇

If you take pictures you can share of the days events, please upload them to our community album here. 

🎣 FISH FEST at Angle Lake is May 9th!

We’re keeping a beloved tradition alive at Angle Lake with a fresh name — FISH FEST!  

While the name is new, everything you love about this community event is still here: fishing, raffle prizes, and a classic neighborhood BBQ. Fishing is not required — watch the fun from the shore and visit with your neighbors.

Whether you're a seasoned angler or just testing your luck, we’re hoping to see some impressive catches this year. Kids and adults alike are invited to show off their skills — maybe even land a legendary lunker.

📅 Event Details:

• 📍 Location: The Angle Lake Beach Lot, 3417 S 194th St
• 📆 Date: May 9th  -   9:00 to 2:00
• Fishing: Dawn to Noon (from docks and boats)
• Morning Meet-Up: Donuts & coffee at 9 AM on the 9th
• Checkin Deadline: Bring all fish to the beach lot by noon to qualify for prizes

🏆 Prizes:     Multiple age categories

• Grand Prize: $126 for the biggest fish

🍔 Community BBQ (Starts ~Noon)    1 raffle ticket buys you lunch.
We’ll be serving burgers, brats, salmon, and more delicious bites.

🎟️ Raffle Fun:
After lunch, stick around for our raffle packed with fabulous prizes!

• $5 each
• 3 for $10 
• 10 for $20  BONUS! buy 10 here before May 5 and get 2 extra raffle tickets!

All proceeds help make this community event possible. Even if you can’t attend, you can still  support and win — no need to be present to win raffle prizes!

🎫 Get Tickets:
Scan the QR code or visit:    👉 bit.ly/ALSCStore2024

📞 Questions?  Call Jim Todd at 206-226-9965

Bring your family, your neighbors, and your fishing luck (or just your appetite).

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