The members of the Lakes Area Dive Team are all volunteers. They work with the local sheriff’s departments and Cass County Environmental Services. Contributed photos
Quiet group of volunteers protects our area lakes Area divers help families find closure, remove trash, help in fight against AIS By Travis Grimler One of the biggest attractions throughout Minnesota is its lakes. The state’s reputation and entire communities are built around the many bodies of water throughout the lakes area, and while many claim familiarity with the surface of these lakes when it comes to fishing and boating, few can claim such familiarity with their depths. However, one group of volunteers has made it their business to get up close and personal with places most lake lovers only 36 | 2022 Love of the Lakes
