Last summer, residents statewide felt the recreational and economic impacts caused by Harmful Algae Blooms (HABs). What occurred that triggered intense blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) growth and the production of the cyanotoxins linked to human and pet health problems? How is the state tracking such blooms and what can you do to protect your pond from […]
From earthquakes and glaciers to stormwater and invasive species, come aboard the LGA’s Floating Classroom, the Rosalia Anna Ashby, for two hours this summer to learn all about Lake George and how to keep the Lake’s water clean and clear. Onboard, you’ll enjoy a hands-on adventure and learn all about Lake George water quality. You […]
Lake Wawasee is the largest glacial lake in Indiana with an area of 3,060 acres (1,238 hectares) and a watershed of 24,498 acres (9,914 hectares). The watershed is predominantly residential and agriculture. Like other glacial lakes in Indiana, excess Nitrogen and Phosphorus and suspended sediment are the most prevalent nonpoint source pollutants entering the lake. […]
Please join us on July 16, at 12:30 pm for the third webinar in our “Thirst for Knowledge” lunch-and-learn webinar series, "The Eagles of Lake Hopatcong." Get a close-up look at Lake Hopatcong's resident bald eagles with the "eagle guy," Bob Behrent. The bald eagle, with its snowy-feathered, brown body, and hooked yellow beak, has been […]
The objective of this webinar is to break down the process of monitoring cyanobacteria and nuisance algae into basic steps from field to lab. We will discuss what monitoring strategies have been effective for Beaufort Jasper Water and Sewer Authority, and how the lab interprets the data to determine when and how much to treat. […]
The Nantucket Land Council is excited to present our summer virtual series: Clean Water – Topics on Tap presented by Donelan Family Wines. Each month from June through September, the NLC will host a special guest speaker for our live virtual webinar, who will present on a water quality topic followed by a live Q&A. […]
For those looking to get out on the water with a paddle! We are celebrating Lakes Appreciation Month with a Virtual Padding Race. Grab a canoe, kayak, SUP board, or a raft and enjoy the outdoors. How many hours will you paddle in a week? How about the entire month of July? Compete with your […]
The Lake Hopatcong Foundation annual gala brings together many of the lake’s residents and supporters each summer and is one of our most important fundraising opportunities, raising significant funds to support our work fostering a vibrant and healthy Lake Hopatcong and its surrounding community. We are disappointed that we will not be able to gather in […]
From earthquakes and glaciers to stormwater and invasive species, come aboard the LGA’s Floating Classroom, the Rosalia Anna Ashby, for two hours this summer to learn all about Lake George and how to keep the Lake’s water clean and clear. Onboard, you’ll enjoy a hands-on adventure and learn all about Lake George water quality. You […]
