Virtual Ponders Gathering – with Tracy Hart of Maine Audubon

On loons, lakes and ponds

For those who live on or near a lake or pond, or for anyone who cares about water quality in our fresh water lakes and ponds!

Hear from guest speaker Tracy Hart, coordinator of Maine Audubon’s annual Loon Count. In addition, Sarah Gladu, Coastal Rivers’ Director of Education and Citizen Science, shares current data on the status of lakes and ponds in the Pemaquid River watershed. Sarah also provides an overview of Coastal Rivers’ initiatives to promote water quality and prevent the introduction of invasive aquatic plants, and addresses questions and concerns submitted by participants.

Recorded on July 30, 2020.

Additional Resources

• Ice Out Data
• Lake Water Quality
• Maine Boaters Guide (includes a list of regulations by water body)
• Goose Management Brochure
• The LakeSmart Program

Photo of loon family by Chris Hayes.

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