NALMS 2022 Election Candidates
The 2022 election for officers and directors is underway. Voting in the annual election is an important way for NALMS members to provide input in the management of the Society. Our officers and directors are all volunteers who serve without pay.
All members may vote for President-Elect, Treasurer, and At-Large Director.
The President-Elect serves for one year in that position after which they serve as President for one year and Past-President for one year.
The Treasurer serves for three years and may succeed themselves for one additional term.
The At-Large ...
“Lakespert” – I Really Dig Lakes!
Steve Lundt, CLM
In some ways, lake sediments can almost be as ambiguous as groundwater. It is hard to physically see it, feel it, or understand all the complexities throughout the water-to-sediment interface. There is so much going on in our lake sediments. That is why I like to dig a hole every once in a drawdown.
You can’t fully understand your lake or reservoir without getting dirty. You can learn some key basics by collecting sediment. Over the years, I have done gravity cores, Ekman grabs, and even dug a hole to look for the pre-reservoir, buffalo wallow ...
Report on The Big Event: JASM 2022
The 2022 Joint Aquatic Sciences Meeting took place from May 14-20, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and an abundance of newly hatched caddisflies were there to welcome us; as aquatic scientists, we get excited about the littlest things…
The pedestrian bridge over the Grand River was the site of a social event on Thursday evening. The river is where the filter-feeding caddisflies were hatching from.
And excited we certainly were to see our two-legged colleagues as well! This was the first large in-person meeting for many of us since 2019, and the first time that we needed to observe COVID-19 protocols, including wearing face masks, which everyone faithfully did.
JASM 2022 included all 9 aquatic societies that are members of the Consortium of Aquatic Science Societies (CASS). The first JASM, held in 2014, included four societies (NALMS joined CASS in 2017).
NALMS Featured on LE/AD Podcast
On June 2, 2022, NALMS was proud to take part in the Lakes Education/Action Drive, or LEAD, podcast! This episode was centered around Lakes Appreciation Month and featured one of our longtime volunteers, Steve Lundt.
Steve is currently serving as the Senior Water Quality Scientist for Metro Water Recovery and has worked on lakes and reservoirs for the past 25 years as a NALMS Certified Lake Manager. Formed in 1961, Metro Water Recovery is the largest wastewater treatment provider in the Rocky Mountain West. He has been on the board of NALMS, the Colorado Lake and ...
Video Series Competition Closes July 31st
The 2022 NALMS Student Video Series competition is now open and will close July 31, 2022 at 5:00 pm EDT. We are offering three contests:
An 8-minute video contest for students in the United States (U.S.)
An 8-minute video contest for students in Canada (CAN)
A short clip (140 seconds) contest for all
The winning videos will be used by NALMS for promoting initiatives aimed at improving lake monitoring, management, and protection.
Full Video Contest Guidelines
Prizes
8-minute video prizes (U.S. and CAN):
The video receiving FIRST PLACE in ...
New NALMS Merch Available
Just in time for summer, we are excited to share that we have some new designs available in our Bonfire online store! A percentage of your purchase price will go back to support NALMS and our programs.
NEW IN THE STORE:
NALMS Mission Shirt - available in multiple styles and colors
NALMS Protecting Lakes Mug - available in two-tone and white 11 oz and large 15 oz
NALMS Protecting Lakes Hoodie - available in crewneck and pullover styles - perfect for cool evenings on the lake!
NALMS Protecting Lakes Tee - available in multiple styles and colors
NALMS Logo ...
Call for NALMS Achievement Award Nominations
Through its annual achievement awards, NALMS recognizes the efforts of individuals, organizations, programs, and corporations who are making a notable impact in lake and reservoir management. Consider nominating a deserving individual or group for one of the following NALMS awards. The 2022 Achievement Awards will be presented at the 42nd International Symposium in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
NALMS accepts nominations in the following categories:
Leadership and Service Awards
Nominations should detail how individuals or teams demonstrate leadership, service, and practice ...
2022 Election: Call for Board Nominations
Nominations for the 2022 election are being accepted at this time!
NALMS is seeking candidates that will add diversity and breadth to the Board and its committees.
You could become a nominee for a position on the NALMS Board of Directors, to take a more active role in steering the direction of activities that relate to these precious resources. Experience or training in lake management is not required for a board position, and we encourage candidates with expertise in nonprofit management, leadership development, marketing, fundraising, legal issues and membership ...
“Lakespert” – If Carp had a Newsletter
Steve Lundt, CLM
I think they would have a “humanspert” giving advice on how to outsmart Seriously, I have spent the last eight years trying to remove as many common carp from a reservoir, and they seem to always find a way to outsmart me.
When it comes to fisheries for our lakes and reservoirs, there seems to be a disconnect between the different camps –water quality scientists/CLMs and lake managers/fishery biologists. Water quality folks tend to focus on monitoring for nutrients, observing response parameters, and finding ways to overthink how to slow ...
Lakes Appreciation Student Poster Contest
2022 Student Poster Contest
Digital submissions due June 1st
July has been Lakes Appreciation Month for the past 24 years; to celebrate, we are inviting elementary, middle, and high school students to submit posters reflecting on how important lakes are to all of us. Submitted artwork will be a big part of NALMS’ celebrations through July across North America. Show us your love for lakes by sending us your artwork!
Three posters will win a $300 cash prize!
Posters will be judged by grade range, with a winning poster in each division - elementary (grades K-4), middle ...
