The Citizens’ Advisory Committee enables community involvement and participation in support of the science and education goals of the Whitefish Lake Institute. The Citizens’ Advisory Committee provides a forum for the exchange of information between citizens and WLI, engages in community outreach, and provides opportunities for learning about—and engaging in—Whitefish Lake Watershed issues.

The Committee also comes together each year along with other supporters to plan WLI's Whitefish Wine Auction. They offer ideas for continually improving the event while maintaining its popularity among locals and wine enthusiasts from the States and Canada. They also provide assistance in the execution of the event; from decorating and running registration to showcasing auction items.