Virtual Annual Meeting – Federation of VT Lakes & Ponds

The morning will be devoted to business matters and afternoon workshops with a watershed focus. Here’s the kicker! Governor Phil Scott will be attending at 1 pm. There will be time for Q&A. Don’t forget to prepare for the business portion of the meeting by reading proposed bylaw changes, board nominations, and completion of your […]

Virtual Paddling Race 7/31

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 […]

Algal Taxonomy and Ecology Workshop

PhycoTech Workshop Attend this exclusive, one full week of training on taxonomy, identification and ecology of algae. Each day will consist of lectures on various topics including methodology, algal divisions, recent changes to taxonomy, HABS, and differences in approaches to taxonomic classification. There will be microscope sessions in which participants will view preserved and live specimens while receiving hands‐on training […]

$1600

Chautauqua Lake Dragon Boat Race

The dragons are coming back to Chautauqua Lake. The fifth annual Dragon Boat Race is scheduled for August 8, 2020 at Lucille Ball Memorial Park in Celoron, NY! Last year’s event was an overwhelming success, with all roster slots filled entirely! Boats comprised of teams from local sponsors, community groups and several experienced clubs from […]

Our Yards and Gardens: Instruments of Positive Change

Join us via Zoom, as the Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy in partnership with Jamestown Renaissance Corporation and the Chautauqua-Conewango Consortium, A Waterkeeper Alliance Affiliate host Sally Cunningham in a live webinar event. Enjoy a relaxing evening learning from renowned horticulturist and eco-friendly landscaper, Sally Cunningham, as she teaches us how to plant gardens for clean water, […]

Webinar: Green Crabs…Danger and Delicacy

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. […]

​5th Annual Farm to Plate Dinner

Join us Saturday August 15 at 6:00 PM at Lacawac Sanctuary’s Watres Lodge for a Farm-to-Plate event curated by Lacawac Sanctuary. Enjoy live music amidst the lush backdrop of Lacawac’s forest, with craft cocktails, wine and a locally sourced menu provided by Settlers Inn. Smart casual attire recommended. Floors are not conducive to high heels.  All proceeds from this event will […]

Preserving the Harvest

Preserving the Harvest – Learn how to store your garden or farmers market bumper crops to savor throughout the year. Demonstrations and information on freezing, canning, drying, and fermenting will be shown. This program will be conducted outdoors with social distance seating. Space is limited for best seats. Rain date August 16 at 4:00 PM. […]

Downtown Tree Tour with the NLC

Learn about the beautiful and historic species of trees that line our downtown streets. These tours are led by both Executive Director Emily Molden and Resource Ecologist RJ Turcotte. Their combined knowledge of biology and island history generates interesting conversations and surprising questions. Find out how all of our town trees have been preserved over […]

ILMS Webinar – IDEM/IDNR Waterways Collaboration Process and New Online Tool

This month's ILMS webinar will cover the new Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) and Indiana Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) Waterways Collaboration process and online web tool.  A brief overview of the IDEM Section 401 Program will also be provided, but the primary focus of the presentation will be on the tool and how to run […]