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Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention

Managing AIS Infestations

Managing AIS Infestations Quick Links Because LSM’s aquatic invasive species programs focus on early detection and rapid response, new infestations are occasionally found. In the event of an aquatic invasive species infestation being confirmed, LSM alerts the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), who works with local stakeholders to develop an individualized management plan. For

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AIS Print Resources and Survey Forms

AIS Print Resources and Survey Forms Quick Links Maine Field Guide to Invasive Aquatic Species LSM’s Field Guide to Invasive Aquatic Species is resource for volunteers to identify the aquatic invasive species that threaten Maine’s waterways, as well as their native lookalikes.In addition to invasive and native plants, the field guide also features aquatic invasive

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News: In Hot Water Series by Peter McGuire August 2024

News: In Hot Water Series by Peter McGuire August 2024 In August 2024, Maine Public aired a series of stories by Peter McGuire, “In Hot Water”, looking at the issues of climate change and lakes. Issues covered included LSM’s monitoring work, water temperature, loss of ice, aquatic invasive species, cyanobacteria, stormwater runoff, watersheds, the courtesy

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LSM Metaphyton Form Usage

LSM Metaphyton Form Usage Quick Links How to use the LSM Metaphyton Tracking FormPresented by Tristan TaberRecorded on 2024-07-24 The presentation is step-by-step guide on using the LSM metaphyton tracking form. For any additional questions on the use of the form, please contact stewards@lakestewardsme.org.Link to form

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News: Invasion in the Water

News: Invasion in the Water Invasive aquatic plants (and animals) were the topic of a recent news story in Presque Isle, Maine. Brett Willard and Christine Guerette spoke with reports about the good work that Lake Stewards of Maine does and the importance of protecting our lakes.   Guerette says, “Everybody out there is responsible

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Field Guide Supplemental Booklet

Field Guide Supplemental Booklet Quick Links   The Supplemental Booklet for the Maine Field Guide to Invasive Aquatic Plants is now available. This resource features detailed information and photos of the four new aquatic invasive species which were added to Maine’s watch-list in 2023: giant salvinia, swollen bladderwort, starry stonewort, and water soldier. The Supplemental Booklet also

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