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 Lake Leaders Edition Newsletter
Lake Champlain International
...because a swimmable, drinkable, fishable Lake Champlain is the only option.
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October 2012
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Win a membership to LCI!
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Lake Champlain Basin
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State sues VT farmer for water pollution
|  The attorney general's office says Richard Nelson's dairy operation in Coventry is illegally discharging waste from a feed bunker into a stream near the farm. Read more! |
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VIDEO: Sewage overflows into Missisquoi after heavy rainfall
|  An unknown amount of untreated sewage and more than 50,000 gallons of treated and partly disinfected effluent overflowed into the Missisquoi River. Watch what LCI's Conservation Director and others have to say about our crumbling wastewater facilities... |
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Survey reveals Vermont's fish and wildlife are important recreationally and economically
|  Fish and wildlife resources are important to all Vermonters who hunt, fish or watch wildlife, but these resources also contribute greatly to our economy according to the 2011 National Survey. Get the numbers... |
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Aggressive clam spreads in Lake George, NY
|  As the Lake George Park Commission continues moving toward possible first-ever rules to combat incoming invasive species by controlling boat launching, there was disturbing news about the spread of an invasive species. Read more! |
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PCB and mercury levels continue to decrease
|  Fish that live in Lake Champlain appear to be recovering from contaminants that have plagued the lake and its inhabitants for decades. Find out more about this good news!
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Champlain International Wine Trail announced
|  "Visitors can now easily visit one website to learn about the tremendous offering of vineyards and wineries in the unique terroir of the Champlain Valley." Learn more!
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Champlain Canal still a threat: sign the petition
|  The Champlain Canal will always be a vector for harmful invasive species. The spiny waterflea is the most recent threat to invade our lake, but many more are on their way ... unless we disconnect the canal immediately. Click here to join more than 600 others and sign the petition! |
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October Edition: Seiches
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Even when the lake seems dead calm, there is still a lot of movement going on. Storming along at nearly 30 miles per hour is a surface seiche. Learn about the lake's mysterious seiches!
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LCI partnership with VRC results in protected access
to popular Vermont river
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| St. Albans Bay conservation meeting heats up |
 James Ehlers, executive director of Lake Champlain International, was the guest speaker for Friday night's annual meeting of the St. Albans Area Watershed Association (SAAWA), but it was comments from St. Albans Town selectman Steve Coon that drew the most attention. Read more... |
LCI partner Yamaha Outboards recognized for excellence
in customer satisfaction
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 The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA®) has once again recognized Yamaha with a CSI Award for excellence in customer satisfaction in the Outboard Engine category. This year's award is the eleventh consecutive, an achievement which no other outboard manufacturer can claim. Congratulations Yamaha! Read more... |
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Shopping deals that give back to Lake Champlain protection!
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HelpTheLake.org for your picnic & holiday supplies!
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 EarthSmart plates, bowls, spoons, knives, forks, bait cups, and toilet paper ... the best of the best in disposable meal kits and home/camping needs. Visit HelpTheLake.org to order your supplies and LCI will receive funds to help protect our lake! Equip yourself this fall... |
Removal of dam restores Washington salmon run
|  Today, less than five months after the removal of the Elwha Dam, adult Chinook (king) salmon were observed in Olympic National Park. Read about this success story that could be the Swanton Dam someday soon!
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Around the Water Cooler: Riparian Buffers
|  Riparian buffers--trees and plants along streams and rivers--are key to healthy waterways. Read about why they're so important here!
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Scotts Miracle-Gro will pay $12.5 million in criminal fines
and civil penalties for violations of federal pesticide laws
|  Scotts pleaded guilty in February 2012 to illegally applying insecticides to its wild bird food products that are toxic to birds and many other criminal activities. Read more...
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'Nano-Velcro' detects mercury pollution in water
|  A new low-cost technology could replace expensive tests to detect levels of mercury in water. This breakthrough is a faster way to test for mercury and could soon be in the market for residential use. Read more...
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Lake Champlain - Part of Me
|  This month, Thomas talks about one of his favorite Champlain stories and what the lake means to him. He even included a picture of huge bass he caught! Read what Thomas has to say here!
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Enjoy Dead Creek Wildlife Day on Saturday Oct. 6, 2012
|  If you enjoy wildlife be sure to make plans to attend the annual Dead Creek Wildlife Day in Addison, Vermont on Saturday, October 6. LCI will be there, so make sure to look for us to say hi! Read more about Dead Creek Wildlife Day!
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Lake Champlain International, Inc.
531 Main Street
Colchester, VT 05446
802.879.3466 Fax: 802.879.1746 
a 501(c)(3) organization
www.mychamplain.net
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Good Links to Know
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| LCI Staff |
James Ehlers
Executive Director
Eric LaMontagne
Outreach Director
Ross Saxton
Director of Conservation & Education
Liz Ehlers
Business Manager
Wayne Laroche
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| LCI Board of Directors |
Dave Adams
Michael Brigham
Secretary
James Ehlers
Jason Galipeau
Scott Goddard
President
Frank Petrosino
Treasurer Bob Qua
Craig Roskam
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| LCI Advisory Council | |
Aleksandra Drizo, Ph.D.
Jim Douglas, Governor (2003-2011)
Brian Grenon, Ph.D.
Gary Henry, M.S.
Janette Henry, M.S.
Scott Mapes, P.E., Esq.
Timothy B. Mihuc, Ph.D.
April Moulaert, M.S.
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LCI Business Members support your lake and community
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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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