2025 Awardees 40 Years of Service Barry Kutzen, Middle Range Pond (MIDAS 3762) 30 Years of Service None 20 Years of Service Charles Backenstose, Webber Pond (MIDAS 5408)Dave Cabana, Square Pond (MIDAS 3916)Rob Caron, Square Pond (MIDAS 3916)Dawn Jepson, Locke Pond (MIDAS 5202)Dennis Jepson, Locke Pond (MIDAS 5202)Victor Lerish, Big Clemons Pond (MIDAS 3174)Elden Lingwood, […]
News: ‘Encouraging news’ in fight against invasive plant in Sokokis Lake A recent Maine Monitor story highlighted the great work of the Lake Stewards of Maine (LSM) and the importance of addressing aquatic invasive species. Sokokis Lake’s brittle naiad infestation illustrates how quickly and destructively invasive plants can spread, outcompete native vegetation, and disrupt entire
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Annual Lake Conference 2026 Lakes… JUNE 12, 2026 University of Maine in OronoWells Conference Center Registration coming soon! Please Join us at the 2026 Lakes Conference!The theme is yet to be determined, but you can bet it will be good. Topics will likely include lakes and rivers interaction, cyanobacteria, paleolimnology, law and ordinances, eDNA, and
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News: We must all be stewards of Maine’s precious lakes – BDN Climate change, human development pressure, aquatic invasive species are all threats to Maine lakes. Those already on the water can help. While we all need to do our part, we especially need those who are already on the water: paddlers, anglers, Maine Guides,
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News: We must all be stewards of Maine’s precious lakes – PPH Climate change, human development pressure, aquatic invasive species are all threats to Maine lakes. Those already on the water can help. While we all need to do our part, we especially need those who are already on the water: paddlers, anglers, Maine Guides,
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News: Maine Calling – Algal Blooms Climate change and erosion from watershed development conspire to pollute Maine lakes. Harmful algal blooms may be the unfortunate outcome.Panelists:Linda Bacon, (former) lake biologist, Maine Department of Environmental ProtectionLidie Robbins, executive director, 30 Mile River Watershed AssociationTristan Taber, water quality program director, technical director, aquatic scientist, Lake Stewards of Maine “[An
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News: LSM at Big Lake and The Power of People Lake Stewards of Maine is proud to be part of the powerful coalition led by the Passamaquoddy Tribe working to protect Big Lake from the threat of invasive variable-leaf milfoil. From mapping infestations to training volunteers and raising awareness, LSM has supported efforts to preserve
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News: LSM Volunteer Trainings in Aroostook, More Water Quality Volunteers Needed The County reports on upcoming LSM water quality monitoring trainings on Cross Lake (July 17) and Nickerson Lake (July 18), aiming to grow local volunteer efforts in northern Aroostook. These trainings are part of a larger effort to track nutrient pollution and support lakes
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News: LSM Volunteers on Arrowhead Celebrate Earth Day The Waterboro Reporter recently share some of the great work out Our PALZ down on Lake Arrowhead got a jump on the start of the survey season by reaching out to their community this past Earth Day. LSM Volunteers do more than just collect data on their
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News: Volunteer Series, Part One: The Power of Community Science The Onion Foundation recently featured LSM and the work that we do. LSM’s work is far-reaching, including citizens, aquatic ecology professionals, and regional conservation organizations from nearly every county in the state. LSM’s role in Maine’s larger conservation efforts is vital, but it’s the organization’s
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