News: Maine rolls out ‘scorecards’ for lake health Water quality trends, invasive plants, shoreland & habitat, and lake vulnerability, these are the four major categories of the new Maine DEP Lake Scorecard. “What we wanted to do is summarize all these different aspects of lake condition and efficiently convey a picture of lake health,” Deeds […]
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News: Maine hopes ‘citizen scientists’ will take lead for lake health, Lake Scorecard Water quality trends, invasive plants, shoreland & habitat, and lake vulnerability, these are the four major categories of the new Maine DEP Lake Scorecard. A new scorecard for waterbody health rates nearly 1,200 lakes and other waterbodies around the state. Officials hope
LSM Overview Slide Deck This slide deck provides an overview of Lake Stewards of Maine’s activities. If you have any follow up questions, please contact us stewards@lakestewardsme.org. To support LSM through donations, contact us or Donate Now.Â
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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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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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