Getting into the Habit(at): Assessing Shallow Water Habitat in Maine Lakes

Habitat in the shallow areas of lakes is important for all lake life, but it can be degraded by loss of shoreland vegetation and poorly managed human development on lakeshores. We have developed methods to determine what natural shallow water habitat looks like in Maine lakes, and measure how it is affected by human-induced activities […]

Free

Bird Walk at Lacawac

Lacawac Sanctuary Environmental Education Center 182 Sanctuary Road, Lake Ariel, PA, United States

Join Northeast PA Audubon Society's expert birders for a walk through the Sanctuary.  We will explore the area looking for birds setting up their nests as well as migrants just passing through on their way farther north. Bring binoculars if you have them.  Meet at the Environmental Education Center.  Donation suggested.  Registration required. 

Western Washington Lakes Workshop

This event is perfect for lake-area residents and recreators that are interested in learning more about lake ecosystems and connecting with communities across Western Washington. THIS YEAR’S TOPICS INCLUDE: Lakes 101 Considerations and tips for organizing a lake group Cyanobacteria and toxic algae Aquatic plant identification and management Experiences of local lake groups View the […]

Free

Evening Hike

French Mountain, Rome, ME

7 Lakes Alliance will lead a hike on one of our conservation properties for an early summer evening hike. Bring a headlamp or flash light!

Lake Friendly Landscapes – How to Add Native Plants to Your Yard and Garden

Hardwood Creek Library 19955 Forest Blvd N, Forest Lake, MN, United States

Learn how adding native plants to your landscape can help protect our waterways. Local experts from Comfort Lake-Forest Lake Watershed District will share tips and tricks for incorporating native plants, dealing with invasives (like buckthorn), and what additional resources may be available to you such as grants, landscape planning assistance, and equipment rentals. RSVP is […]

Free

The Long Road from Pollution to Protection: 50 Years of the Clean Water Act

We all live in a watershed, and our human footprints impact them all. Join us for a living history of the state of water quality in Maine by aquatic biologist Matt Scott. Matt will focus on the history of Maine’s polluted waterways based on past records and deep personal and work history. The beginning of […]

Free

Morning Paddle on Lake Lacawac

Lacawac Sanctuary 195 Sanctuary Road, Lake Ariel, PA, United States

Enjoy a quiet morning on the lake after a short introduction about the ecological features and the research being conducted on the lake.  Learn why this is the most pristine lake in North America.  An identification scavenger hunt will be available to interested participants. Paddle and safety instructions will be given prior to launching.  Meet […]

$10.00

Open House & Annual Meeting

Athenaeum Hotel 4 S Lake Dr, Chautauqua, NY, United States

The CLA will hold an informational open house at the our Lakewood facility from 1-3pm on June 20. The public is invited to stop in to learn about our fleet and summer activities. The Annual Meeting of the Chautauqua Lake Association will be held at the Athenaeum Hotel at Chautauqua Institution on Monday, June 20, 2022. Please […]

Webinar: Keeping Your Assets Above Water

Climate change and its impact on water supplies is obviously a hot topic in today’s news, especially as agencies look again towards mandatory water conservation measures and cutbacks in water deliveries for a broad range of uses. One of the most hotly debated topics is the subject of water storage. We hear a lot about […]

Adopt-A-Shoreline & Plant ID Training

7 Lakes Alliance 137 Main St, Belgrade Lakes, ME, United States

7 Lakes Alliance is hosting a plant identification training so you can feel confident Identifying common plants you see on your adopted shoreline. Even if you haven't adopted your shoreline, all are welcome to this training. Please RSVP to one of our trainings before you paddle out. Please contact AdoptAShoreline@7LakesAlliance.org if you have any questions.