News: For Maine’s Lakes, Shorter Ice Seasons Mean Loss of Water Quality, Winter Traditions Ice cover has critical impacts to the health of our lakes in Maine. It is vital that we monitor when ice in and ice out occurs and the unexpected loss of ice in winter when it happens: Submit your observations. “There’s […]
News: Proposed law would direct funds from unredeemed bottles and cans to Maine lakes, farms Not all money that comes from your 5 or 15 cent deposits when buying bottles is returned to you – annually this totals $10 to $16 million. Lake Stewards of Maine, the Maine Lake Protection Coalition, and many members of
News: Where to find Maine ice thickness reports this winter Ice cover is an important metric to monitor the health of Maine’s lakes, and it has a storied history and significant cultural importance to our state. The Lake Stewards of Maine maintain an ice-in and ice-out map that tracks when lakes freeze over and thaw, based
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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.
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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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Gift and Estate Planning Planned giving is one of the most impactful ways you can support Lake Stewards of Maine. Becoming a member of the Lake Guardians will provide you with the confidence that Lake Stewards of Maine’s mission will continue for generations to come. Planned gifts are used to sustain the mission of Lake Stewards
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Business Supporter A business’s support of Lake Stewards of Maine is an investment in the future of Maine’s lakes and communities. Maine’s lakes contribute $14.1 billion to the state’s economy. By partnering with us, your business helps safeguard water quality and prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species, ensuring these natural resources remain vibrant for
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News: Local experts say Lake Auburn ice cover is shrinking over the yearsNews: Norway Lake kiosk has new look. Experts say ice cover on Maine lakes has been shrinking over the decades. (WGME) Quick Links AUBURN (WGME) – Experts say ice cover on Maine lakes has been shrinking over the decades- to a time before
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Passings Unfortunately we have to say goodbye to valuable members of our community each year. This is a space to share information about anyone who you know has passed away. We will include their information in the next issue of our newsletter, the Water Column. LSM Volunteer Passings This form is for the purpose of
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