To promote understanding, protection and comprehensive management of California's water resources and their watersheds.



We are a non-profit organization for California's lakes and the only statewide network of individuals, lake associations and public fund representatives devoted solely to the preservation and protection of our lakes.



The purpose of CALMS is:

- to provide a network for communication of lake information

- to provide technical knowledge and expertise to advise and assist members

- to provide information to members on legislative actions affecting our lakes

- to support legislation that will protect our lakes and promote effective lake management

- to provide a forum for communication and education

- to conduct an annual meeting where scientists, professionals and citizens can share information and new technology