Background
Michelle is a dedicated member of her lake community. She wants to move beyond passive observation and play a more active role in protecting her lake’s health and safety. She’s already following updates as a Basic member, but she wants direct access to data and tools that let her contribute meaningfully.
The Challenge
As a Basic member, Michelle can post photos, comment, and view the Lake Health & Safety Scorecard. But she faces limitations:
- She can’t easily integrate data from the LakePulse Toolbox into her account
- She can't see what testing and/or monitoring tools other subscribers are buying in the Toolbox
- She can’t explore the full Data Hub for her lake
- She doesn’t have access to the Boathouse, which provides resources and insights for active lake contributors
Without these features, Michelle can participate but can’t fully leverage the tools available to take a more hands-on role.
How the Plus Membership Helps
Michelle upgrades to the Lake Pulse Plus membership, which unlocks three key capabilities:
- Integration with the Toolbox: Michelle can connect the LakePulse Toolbox directly to her account, allowing her to bring field data, observations, and other inputs seamlessly into her lake profile.
- Toolbox Activity: She can see who's recently bought what testing and/or monitoring tools for her lake
- Full Access to the Data Hub: She now has comprehensive visibility into her lake’s data — historical trends, current conditions, and key insights — giving her the context she needs to act confidently.
- Boathouse Access: Michelle can access the Boathouse, where she finds resources, guides, and tools designed for lake residents who want to engage more actively in stewardship.
Outcome
With a Plus membership:
- Michelle moves from participation to active engagement
- She can integrate field data and observations directly into her account
- She has full visibility into lake conditions through the Data Hub
- She can access specialized resources in the Boathouse to guide her actions
- Her contributions help the lake community make better-informed decisions
Plus Membership Value Summary
The Plus membership is for anyone looking to take a more active role in their lake’s health and safety. It provides:
- Integration between the Toolbox and your account
- Full access to your lake’s Data Hub
- Boathouse access