Senator George J. Mitchell Center for Sustainability Solutions

Whether you are a lakeshore homeowner or visitor, have a favorite lake that you enjoy swimming, fishing, or paddling in, or rely on our lakes for your drinking water supply, you have a vested interest in keeping our lake waters clean and clear. The 45th Annual Maine Lakes Conference & Celebration has an inspiring lineup of sessions on climate change impacts, lake monitoring, community action to protect your lake from harmful land management practices, and much more. An increasing number of lakes statewide are showing declines in water quality, and there’s plenty to be concerned about. But, protecting our lakes is not all about work and ominous stories of change! Enjoying our lakes through recreational activity and thoughtful observation is a sure way to pay attention to what’s happening locally, and to teach our children and future generations how to love our lakes, too. That’s why this year we combined our traditional conference sessions with celebration, inspiring art, and a variety of paddling activities to get you or your family and friends out on the water. To register or for more information: Maine Lakes Society.