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Inside This Newsletter
March 30, 2026
2026 Winter Webinar Series
Lake Conference: Keynote Speaker!
We are hiring: Program Assistant
Water Quality Program
Community WQ Technical Discussion
WQ Certification Workshops - Schedule Available
Water Quality Spring Mailing
Submit your Ice-Out Dates
MeterFest
Aquatic Invasive Species Program
LSM Presents to Lewiston-Auburn Senior College
Summer 2026 Internship
2026 Jump-Start: August 5-12
Notice from our Partners
Office Hours
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2026 Winter Webinar Series
This series is a collaboration between
Lakes Stewards of Maine and Maine Lakes,
featuring webinars on lake-related topics.
"How River Impacts Lead to Lake Impacts"
Presented by John Field, PhD, Field Geology Services
📅 April 1
⏰ 12:00 pm
For decades—and in some cases centuries—rivers across Maine were altered for log drives, with channels cleared, straightened, and dammed to move timber downstream. These historical changes continue to impact our waterways today, contributing to issues such as flooding and habitat degradation in both rivers and lakes.
Understanding this legacy is key to developing sustainable solutions. Dr. Field brings decades of experience in fluvial geomorphology and hydrology, with work spanning hundreds of miles of rivers and numerous restoration projects focused on improving ecological function.
Join us to learn how past river impacts shape present-day lake health—and what we can do moving forward.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/hZ8lEW-eSXOu7g3bp7mLBQ#/registration
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Register Now for the 2026 Lake Conference
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We’re excited to welcome Keith Carson of Maine Conservation Voters as this year’s keynote speaker.
Former meteorologist for News Center Maine and The Weather Channel, Keith now serves as Director of Environmental and Science Communications at Maine Conservation Voters. He works to share the science of climate change and inspire people to take action for our environment.
Keith will explore how to communicate effectively about climate and motivate action, focusing on the future of lakes as they face a changing world.
🌿 Lake Resilience in the Face of Change
📅 June 12
📍 University of Maine, Orono
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NEW Position Opening!
Summer Seasonal
Program Assistant
Submit your application TODAY!
Lake Stewards of Maine is seeking a Summer Seasonal Program Assistant to support the Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) program and assist with a range of organizational activities. The position works closely with the AIS Program Manager to support the recruitment, training, certification, and retention of Invasive Plant Patrollers, as well as assist with AIS data entry, quality assurance, and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures.
The Program Assistant will also serve as a key point of contact for volunteers and the public while helping maintain accurate records and support program and administrative functions across the organization.
Learn more and apply on our website:
https://www.lakestewardsofmaine.org/program-assistant/
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Water Quality Program
To learn more about LSM's Water Quality Program, please visit our website.
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Next Community Water Quality Technical Discussions
Our next session will be held on
April 6th at 11:00 AM.
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Water Quality Spring Mailing
For current water quality volunteers, the spring mailing of datasheets is in progress. Please keep an eye out for them in your mailbox.
There are always a few postal issues, so if you have not recieved them by the end of April, please let us know (confirming your mailing address) so we can send you a new packet.
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Warmer days and longer evenings signal the start of ice-out season, even as winter conditions can still occur. As lakes begin to lose ice cover, please track and submit your observations.
Ice-out records are among the longest-running environmental datasets in Maine and are essential for understanding changing lake conditions. The timing of ice-out affects spring warming, the start of biological activity, and the length of the growing season for algae and cyanobacteria, making these data important for documenting shifts in seasonal patterns. Because ice conditions vary widely from year to year, every observation matters.
Once your lake is ice-free according to your protocol, submit your date to LSM. We will continue updating the map as reports come in.
Thank you for helping build this important long-term record.
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MeterFest
LSM and Maine DEP’s annual free dissolved oxygen meter check will take place April 9, 2026 at the Augusta DEP lab to ensure proper calibration and function.
4 drop-off locations are still available: Auburn, Augusta, Bangor, and Springvale, or you may ship your meter directly to Augusta DEP. All participants must complete the form. You only complete the shipping label section if you are mailing your meter and need it returned.
Meters dropped off at York and Penobscot SWCD need to be dropped off by
April 6 to allow time for transport to Augusta.
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Aquatic Invasive Species Program
To learn more about LSM's Aquatic Invasive Species Program, please visit our website.
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LSM will present to the Lewiston-Auburn Senior College
On Tuesday, April 7 Christine Guerette, LSM's Aquatic Invasive Species Program Manager, will be presenting to the Lewiston-Auburn Senior College at the Auburn Public Library.
Join us to learn about how you can help keep Maine lakes free of invasive aquatic species.
Learn more here: https://www.auburnpubliclibrary.org/event/hold-senior-college-community-8857
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Summer 2026 Internship
Accepting Applications!
Lake Stewards of Maine is now accepting applicants for summer 2026 interns.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
The Lake Programs Field Intern will primarily assist operations of the Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) team, with additional assistance provided to the Water Quality (WQ) team, as well as general LSM operations.
A full description of the position as well as in information on how to apply are available on our website.
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2026 Jump-Start
(Pushaw Lake and Little Pushaw Pond)
August 5 to August 12
The IPP Jump-Start brings volunteers from all over the state to help survey vulnerable lakes in less densely populated areas. This year we are going to Pushaw Lake and Little Pushaw Pond, just west of Bangor, and we want you to join us!
You don't have to be a plant identification expert or a long-time volunteer to come, just a desire to get out on the water looking for plants. Housing is provided, and boats may be available too!
Please contact Christine Guerette at christine@lakestewardsme.org with questions or to express interest.
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Notice from our Partners, Colleagues and Collaborators
If you have any questions regarding the information below,
please contact the organization mentioned in post directly.
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OUR SHORE program for Nature-Based Strategies for Shoreline Erosion
The “O.U.R. S.H.O.R.E” Program is being developed to provide guidance and training for using nature-based design practices to protect against shoreline erosion in Maine. A network of state agencies, shoreline practitioners, service providers, and researchers have been developing this program over the past several years to respond to this pervasive need for more resilient shorelines in response to severe weather events. The goal is to provide homeowners, contractors, resource managers, and community leaders with how-to information on diagnosing sources of erosion, identifying stabilization design practices for a site, and to provide a place to learn about different project examples from throughout the state to successfully use nature-based designs.
Speakers:
- Nathan Robbins, Maine Department of Environmental Protection
- Parker Gassett, Maine Climate Science Information Exchange Office (MCSIE)
- John Maclaine, Maine Department of Environmental Protection
- Jordan Kimball, Maine Department of Environmental Protection
You can also learn more at OUR SHORE, Maine DEP.
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WATER RESOURCES SPECIALIST
Cobbossee Watershed District
Cobbossee Watershed District (CWD), headquartered in Winthrop, Maine, is seeking a Water Resources Specialist to join the CWD staff. This is a full-time position. Qualified candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or related, and have knowledge of lake and watershed ecology, non-point source pollution management, lake water levels management, invasive aquatic species, and computer data management. Primary duties involve piloting (and trailering) a 16-foot boat and collection of lake water samples, assisting with lake water levels management, and providing technical assistance on land use matters. A valid U.S. driver's license is required. Some experience (1 to 2 yrs.) is preferred. In lieu of experience a Master's degree in one of the above noted disciplines may suffice. Salary range is $53K to $63K DOE. Benefits include health, dental, and life insurance coverage, 401K retirement plan, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
All applicants must submit a cover letter and resume to: Cobbossee Watershed District, P.O. Box 418, Winthrop, Maine 04364, or via email to: cwd@fairpoint.net<mailto:cwd@fairpoint.net>. For a more detailed job description send an email request to cwd@fairpoint.net. Closes April 27, 2026.
If you have any questions, contact Bill Monagle at CWD at 207-377-2234.
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Mondays & Wednesday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
or by appointment.
We recommend calling ahead, as the office may be closed during inclement weather,
(207) 783-7733.
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