The measures coincide with growing concerns from lake groups and environmentalists about the threat of climate change and invasive species.
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Association eyes proactive steps to stop invasive plant spread at key Kennebec County lake
If left untreated, the Eurasian watermilfoil could devastate Lake Cobbossee’s ecosystem and contaminate other Maine lakes, advocates say.
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Cushman Pond in Lovell wins 27-year battle with milfoil
Sunday was the 17th consecutive survey conducted since 2018 by divers and snorkelers.
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Cobbossee Lake herbicide treatment for Eurasian water milfoil to take place Monday
The Department of Environmental Protection expects the treatment will eradicate invasive Eurasian water milfoil because the plant is not established in the lake.
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What’s at stake if milfoil spreads in central Maine? Declining property values, recreation opportunities
Boaters are temporarily restricted from areas of Annabessacook Lake in Monmouth and Great Pond, including Great Meadow Stream, in Rome.
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Milfoil discovered on boat entering Norway lake
AUGUSTA — The Maine Department of Environmental Protection is confirming the discovery of Eurasian water milfoil (Myriophyllum spicatum) by a courtesy boat inspector on a boat entering Pennesseewassee Lake in Norway. Boaters are urged to clean, drain and dry boats, anchor lines and fishing gear before and after launching in Maine waters. The plant was […]
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Lake Auburn milfoil battle moves out of The Basin
AUBURN — Efforts to keep milfoil out of Lake Auburn continue this summer as watershed officials place more light-blocking mats underwater downstream from The Basin. Water Quality Manager Mary Jane Dillingham of the Auburn Water District said the mats are marked with neon buoys and a sign that explains what’s happening. “We have not, in […]
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Milfoil inspectors wanted to keep Norway lake clean
NORWAY — The Lakes Association of Norway believes it is only a matter of time before dreaded invasive milfoil finds its way into Lake Pennesseewassee. The group is ready to pay people to be on the prowl and to destroy the aquatic plants before they destroy the water. “We feel we are on borrowed time,” said […]
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Boat owners asked to inspect boats every time they float
AUBURN – Earlier this summer, Tayelor Gosselin examined a boat as it was hauled out of Lake Auburn. A summer intern boat inspector, she asked the first-time boat owner if she could inspect their craft. “They’re free to say no,” she said. “I haven’t had anyone do that.” Gosselin said she was looking for plants, […]