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HLA Ice Cone Challenge Update

The wait is over… the cone officially fell through the ice on March 9th! With the recent warm weather and the ice melting quickly around the reservoir, spring has officially taken over at Holloway.
Several members guessed March 9th as the day the cone would finally drop, and according to the rules of the challenge, when multiple people guess the correct day, the winners are determined by a random drawing.
 The three members who correctly guessed March 9th are:
• Eric Foskett
• Vicki Blake
• Savanna Heistand
These three members will be entered into a random drawing to determine 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes.
 Prizes:
 $150 – First Place
 $100 – Second Place
 $50 – Third Place
The drawing will take place at the HLA General Membership Meeting: Wednesday, April 8, 7:00 pm, Columbiaville Community Center.
A big thank you to Bill Shaver for placing the cone out on the north side of the reservoir near the dam, and thanks to everyone who participated in this year’s challenge. It’s always fun to see how close everyone gets!
Spring is officially on the way at Holloway Reservoir. 

Boat Launch and Campground Information

Here are links for 2026 information: Boat Launch & Fishing , Wolverine Campground

2025 Walleye Survey

A new Walleye Survey is on the Committee Reports page. The title on that page is a link to the survey.

Eat Safe Fish

A link to Eat Safe Fish guides for the entire state has been added to Quick Links page.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

At the HLA General Meeting held on June 4, 2024, changes in the Board Of Directors were decided for a two-year term.  Visit the “Contact Us” page to see all the names and their respective titles. 

DNR Guides and Digests

A link to various guides and digests published by the Michigan Department Of Natural Resources has been added to the Quick Links page. Among others, this website includes the current versions of the Michigan Fishing Guide and Michigan Boating Laws. It also includes an instructional video for adding these publications to your mobile device.

The Holloway Lake Association Protects Your Reservoir

Through regularly scheduled meetings and newsletters, the Holloway Lake Association keeps concerned citizens informed and in touch.  Please support these efforts by becoming a member of the Holloway Lake Association. Together we can make a difference! Holloway Lake Association needs your help to remain Genesee County’s precious recreational area.

HELP US PRESERVE HOLLOWAY!  JOIN THE HOLLOWAY LAKE ASSOCIATION!

Issues we are working on:

The Water – predictable levels and good quality
The Regulatory Agencies – boating safety
The Environment – industrial and other pollution
Shoreline Erosion
Parkland Preservation
Richfield Landfill issues
Boating, Fishing, Swimming, Camping, Picnicking or Hiking 

Holloway Today: Challenges and Changes

Shoreline Erosion:  Shoreline erosion, which is greatly exacerbated by high speed boating, waves, and sandy soil, has been identified as a concern.  Picturesque Goose Point becomes narrower each year. Trees have tipped over into the water in many areas.  As a result, the Reservoir is becoming increasingly wider. What will it look like in 50 years?

Water Levels: There are many demands on the waters of Holloway. The City of Flint requires constant flow for sanitation plants. Down-river recreational users call for increased summertime flow. In the dry summer months, low water levels on Holloway harm recreation, wildlife and the ecosystem of the water.

Environmental Concerns: The potential impact of The Richfield Landfill on Holloway Reservoir and its surroundings demands activism by the public to insure a safe environment and to maintain the natural beauty of the area.

Regulatory Intrusion: The Holloway Reservoir is heavily regulated by Government, and citizen activism is required to balance the competing interests of the environmental, industrial and recreational communities.