Angler's Edition Newsletter 

 Lake Champlain International

 ...because a swimmable, drinkable, fishable Lake Champlain is the only option

July 2012
What a Derby!
Recap: 31st LCI Father's Day Derby presented by Yamaha
 
     
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Sections in this Issue:

-Lake Champlain Basin                        -Angling Heritage                     -Events 

-Think You Know Champlain?           -National  

-What's New With LCI                          -Protecting Our Catch 

Lake Champlain Basin

Video: The Mission to Control Cormorants

Controlling cormorant populations on Lake Champlain is a priority of many folks who want to ensure a healthy Lake Champlain.  See why the VT Fish & Wildlife Dept. is doing their part...

Cormorant Management: Lake Champlain Fish & Wildlife Management Cooperative

Cormorant Working together, NY DEC, VT Fish & Wildlife, and US Fish & Wildlife are protecting Lake Champlain from the nuisance double-crested cormorant. Find out how and when... 

Video: Walleye Stocked In Lake Champlain

Walleye in Lake Champlain aren't doing as well as they used to, but, with some help, they could make a comeback. Watch this video to see how...

Cooperative Study Answers Mussel Safety Concerns on Lampricide 

Lampricide is used to help control the invasive sea lamprey in Lake Champlain, but some are concerned about the negative effects lampricide may have on freshwater mussels. See what they found...

Video: "Check, Clean, Dry" for a Better Lake Champlain 

LCI - Check Clean Dry.wmvKeep your eyes peeled on the local news networks for LCI's "Check, Clean, Dry" public service announcement! Watch the video to make sure you and fellow anglers and boaters are doing your part to prevent the spread of harmful invasive species. Watch it now...

"Imagine a Healthy Lake Champlain" Kids Contest Winners

Three Missisquoi Valley Union middle school students were awarded winning honors by Governor Shumlin and LCI for their outstanding ideas for a healthier Lake Champlain. See who won and check out their ideas... 

Think You Know Champlain? 

July Edition: Rock Dunder - The Story of The Transformer 

Scientific knowledge has concretely described the formation of Lake Champlain from millions of years of geological shifting. The Abenaki, however, tell a different story. Read more...

 

LCI

Summer Employment Positions: LCI Conservation Boat Operators

LCI is looking for responsible and reliable operators to fulfill the functions of LCI's new pump-out boat, Lake Champlain's first and only boat of its kind. Learn more... 

Thank You Derby Volunteers & Weigh Captains! 

The LCI Father's Day Derby presented by Yamaha couldn't be the 31 year tradition it is today without the dozens upon dozens of dedicated volunteers that help make it successful.  They have fun doing it, and we sincerely appreciate their commitment to the Derby, LCI, the fishing heritage, and Lake Champlain! Check out these pictures of our volunteers hard at work and having fun!

Senator Sanders Congratulates LCI 

In a recent letter to LCI and Executive Director James Ehlers, Senator Sanders sent his congratulations for LCI's recent successes and accomplishments, including the EPA Environmental Merit Award received this spring. See the letter...

Shop, Save, & Protect the Lake All At Once

goodshop logo Help LCI help Lake Champlain just by purchasing what you already are planning to!  Sign up for GoodShop, and many of your purchases will include a donation to LCI ... at no extra cost to you!  Learn about GoodShop here...

It's summer! Are you prepared for BBQs, picnics, and camping? 

Plates, bowls, spoons, knives, forks, bait cups, and toilet paper ... the best of the best in disposable meal kits and home/camping needs. LCI & EarthSmart have got you covered. Simply visit www.HelpTheLake.org to order your supplies and LCI will receive funds to help protect our lake! Equip yourself this summer...
Fishing more than your spouse likes you to?
Here are some great gift ideas to get you out of trouble! Plus, rest well knowing that a portion of your purchase goes straight into Lake Champlain protection efforts. 

    

Angling Heritage

Vermont HS Championships July 1 

The Vermont High School Fishing State Championships will be held July 1 at the Missisquoi Bay boat launch. Read more about this event geared to getting our youth excited about fishing.

Grand Isle Fishing Festival has Record Attendance 

A record number of participants attended the Grand Isle Fishing Festival this year ... 695 people! A good sign for the fishing heritage, many kids this year experienced their first casts and hooked fish! Read more...
National

Dam Removal to Help Restore Spawning Grounds 

Just like the Missisquoi River will experience a significant fisheries restoration when the Swanton Dam is removed, Maine's Penobscot River will soon run much more freely and allow for better fish passage when three dams are removed in the near future. Read more...
Protecting Our Catch 

Fishing Stewardship Tip: Foul Hooking Fish 

Borrowing a tip from recycledfish.org, it's important to know whether you should keep a fish for dinner or release it back into the fishery, especially if the fish is hooked in a potentially life threatening way. Here's a good way to know if it's a keeper or not...
Events

19th LCI All-Season Tournament presented by Gander Mountain

Helping our youngsters
Here's your chance to win cash and prizes while fishing all season long! Find out more & register...
   

13th LCI Evinrude Fox Marine Bass Open presented by Twisted Tea 

$3,000 to first place
Two-person teams
Launch from Malletts Bay in Colchester, VT
Sunday, September 2nd
   

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Lake Champlain International (LCI) is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit organization actively involved in shaping the future of Lake Champlain's water and fisheries health for the well-being of the people who depend on it today and tomorrow.  To protect, restore, and revitalize Lake Champlain and its communities, LCI educates, advocates, and motivates to ensure that Lake Champlain is swimmable, drinkable, and fishable, understanding that healthy water resources are essential for a healthy economy and a healthy community.

 

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Lake Champlain International, Inc.                          

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Colchester, VT 05446

802.879.3466  Fax: 802.879.1746

  

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Dave Adams

Michael Brigham
Secretary

James Ehlers

Jason Galipeau

Scott Goddard

President

 

Julie Moore

 

Frank Petrosino
Treasurer

 

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Mike Rapacz

Craig Roskam

Bob Shannon

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Jim Douglas, Governor (2003-2011)

Brian Grenon, Ph.D.

Gary Henry, M.S.

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