Lake LU facilities to close for construction, fishing access restricted
厂迟辞谤测:听Betsy Compton
The University of West Alabama Board of Trustees approved at its June 1 quarterly meeting proposed construction plans for facilities at Lake LU for its new fishing team, which will begin competing this year.
The project includes construction of boat pavilions at the lakefront near Lake Drive to house approximately 50 student anglers鈥� boats.
鈥淲e are excited to see this program take shape and welcome an incredible roster of anglers who will compete for UWA,鈥� said UWA President Dr. Todd G. Fritch. 鈥淲e are making strategic investments in our campus to attract and retain students and provide unique opportunities for them to excel in the classroom and in the extracurriculars that showcase their talents.鈥�
When construction begins in July, public access to Lake LU will be restricted to aide in safety. This includes closure of the picnic areas, pavilions, and the beach, as well as public/recreational fishing on Lake LU. During construction, Lake LU will not be open for public boats or fishing access from any location around the lake perimeter.
The project also includes renovation of the two buildings adjacent to Lake LU to serve as the new fishing team鈥檚 clubhouse and a meeting space for UWA鈥檚 new Outdoor Fellows Program.
鈥淭hese expansions and additions represent continued growth in student recreational and learning opportunities across campus facilities,鈥� Fritch said. 鈥淟ake LU has long been a point of pride for our campus, and strengthening the opportunities that it provides to our students enhances the experiences they have not only to enjoy the facilities as a place of recreation but also to take advantage of the associated learning opportunities that can lead to their success in careers related to recreation, eco-tourism, conservation, sustainability, and so much more.鈥�