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Lake Champlain Health Updates - Not Watered Down 

 Lake Champlain International

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

April 2013
Sections in this Issue:
-Lake Champlain Basin                       
-Think You Know Champlain?           
-What's New With LCI
-National & World                                
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Public comment/public meeting notice
Town of Stowe solid waste management facility certification
The public informational meeting will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, April 8, 2013 in the Memorial Room of the Akeley Memorial Building, 67 Main Street, Stowe, VT. Please attend to voice your opinion. Read the fact sheet here...
Governor Shumlin appoints members to Fish & Wildlife Board
Governor Peter Shumlin has appointed a new member to the Fish & Wildlife Board, and has reappointed two members and the board chair. Continue here...
Lawmakers consider rules for future shoreline property owners
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"The House Fish, Wildlife and Water Resources Committee has struggled in recent weeks to hone a set of requirements that balance the public's interest in protecting the state's surface waters with private property rights." Read more about the proposal...  

Adirondack program receives national recognition for invasive species work
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"The Adirondack Park Invasive Plant Program (APIPP) received the 2013 National Invasive Species Awareness Week Award in the category of Outstanding Achievement in Invasive Species Leadership. DEC Commissioner Joe Martens presented the award to APIPP director Hilary Smith  during a Forestry Awareness Day celebration at the Legislative Office Building in Albany." Continue reading... 

Maintaining the stream gauge program in the Lake Champlain Basin (2013)
First and foremost, gauges provide data that protect human life and property. They also provide data that contribute to Lake Champlain protection and restoration programs.   Sign the petition...

FEMA agrees to funding for flood-resistant culverts in Vermont

Sen. Patrick Leahy, Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Peter Welch said in a joint statement, "This is a welcome change of heart from FEMA, as many towns are hard-pressed to rebuild their bridges and culverts without FEMA's full support.  

$1.85 million raised, Bolton backcountry to be conserved 

About 1,100 acres of backcountry skiing and hiking territory in Bolton will be protected for public use thanks to the more than 1,200 gifts, ranging from $1 raffle tickets to three $100,000 donations from anonymous donors as well as LCI's $6,000 contribution.
ThinkYouKnowChamplainThink You Know Champlain? back to top 
History & recreation at Kill Kare State Park
The Lake Champlain Basin serves as a treasure trove of oddities and rich history. This month finds a gem hidden amongst a region full of recreational experiences.

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Help us welcome Todd to LCI!
LCI welcomes Todd Lantery as the newest addition to the team! As LCI's Membership Director, Todd is engaging businesses and individuals with being a part of LCI's efforts to protect our waters, fisheries, public health, and economy. Read more about Todd at the LCI Staff webpage...

More great news! LCI partners to test cutting-edge technology 

LCI has found another innovative partner to improve the rivers and lake we all love.  PhosphoReduc and LCI will install the first cost-effective home septic system using the only technology that achieves phosphorus reductions from homes! Keep an eye out for more info soon. Find out more about PhosphoReduc here... 
LCI Executive Director talks Lake Champlain policy in D.C.
During a trip to Washington DC in early March, LCI Executive Director James Ehlers met with the offices of Senator Leahy, Senator Sanders, Congressman Welch, the EPA water division and had great discussions with the Canadian Ambassador and the Chair of the Great Lakes Fisheries Commission.

 LCI is keeping Lake Champlain and Vermont in the nation's line of vision!
LCI Father's Day Fishing Derby featured on VPT
Spreading the word about LCI's major fundraiser... because a swimmable, drinkable, fishable Lake Champlain is the only option!   Scheduled to air on Tuesday, April 23 at 7:30 p.m., and again on Saturday, April 27 at 10:00 a.m. The video will be available after airing here...

Run for Clean Water, Healthy Fish, & Happy People!  

If you're a runner or know someone who likes to run, this is the perfect opportunity to run for clean water and fundraise for LCI! Join Ross Saxton (LCI's Conservation Director) and others to run the Mad Marathon this July. You can also run the half marathon or on a relay team.  Learn more or join the team...

Shop online, search the internet, dine out ...  

and help Lake Champlain!






Shop online, eat dinner out, and search the internet

all in the name of a healthier Lake Champlain! Learn how!

Compostable plates, bowls, and forks, oh my!  

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 summer...
Need a gift for a friend or yourself?
Here are some great gift ideas to get you out of trouble. Plus, rest well knowing that your purchase helps protect Lake Champlain's waters and fisheries!

      

   

National-WorldNational & World back to top
Regulating farms with certainty
"For too long, the agriculture community has grown accustomed to the pampering of voluntary pollution restrictions and government grants and loans." Your thoughts? Read more...
Memorandum of understanding to promote
Healthy Watersheds Initiative
"The Healthy Watersheds Initiative includes both assessment and management approaches that encourage states, local governments, watershed organizations, and others to take a strategic, systems approach to conserve healthy components of watersheds, and, therefore, avoid additional water quality impairments in the future." Learn more...
Toxic algae causes manatee deaths
Warm temperatures and lower than normal winter rains combine to contaminate the food supply with toxic red tide.
Fish cannot smell in polluted waters
"Fish in lakes tainted with metals are losing their sense of smell, stoking concern among experts that the problem could devastate populations. But if the fish can just get into cleaner water - even if they've been exposed to pollutants their whole life - they start sniffing things properly again."
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PETA wants the State to cancel "Let's Go Fishing" program
"In a state that prides itself on hunting and fishing, a request from PETA, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, to cancel the state's "Let's Go Fishing" program isn't sitting well." Let's read more...

Bobber Bob has been at it again!
Bobber Bob and family Who doesn't love a giant fishing bobber who gives out free fishing bobbers? No one we've met!  Bobber Bob has been out and about this winter and spring motivating kids to get outside.  Look for Bobber Bob around the Lake Champlain basin this summer!  "Like" Bobber Bob on facebook today...
TechTechnology back to top
NASA launches water-monitoring satellite 
NASA marks a milestone with the launch of the eighth version of the Landsat satellite, an essential tool for monitoring the nation's water resources.  Check it out...
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April Edition: A letter from Thomas to anglers & hunters
An avid sportsman himself, Thomas writes a letter to anglers and hunters with a clear message: let's protect our wildlife and waters through simple actions.  Read Thomas' letter here...

Attention anglers: announcing the all-new Champlain Basin Derby!

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Announcing the all new Champlain Basin Derby! Fish your favorite waters basin wide. The CBD will engage lake stewards while raising funds for lake conservation and protection. Listen to the CBD radio promo... 50 weeks - 15 species - $25,000 dollars. If you fish in the basin, you don't want to miss out on this one!

 
Sign up here...
Trout Unlimited MadDog chapter launches third annual fly fishing summer camp in Vermont for teens
"Trout Unlimited's MadDog Chapter announces fly fishing camp for Vermont teens ages 13 to 16 interested in either learning the art of fly-fishing or improving their basic skill level along side some of Vermont's most accomplished fly anglers. Sign up now...  

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