LMEC members John Spensley (left) and Dan Baughman (right) Since the beginnings of Lake Maxinkuckee Environmental Council (LMEC), the work of dedicated volunteers has produced a wealth of information about the water quality of the lake. One of those volunteers is...
Although some may not see the harm in blowing their leaves into the lake, since leaves are “natural,” it is the cumulative effect of everyone thinking this way that causes the damage. Leaves have nutrients similar to fertilizer. They contain high levels of...
We don’t need data from the National Weather Service to know that it is DRY! From brown lawns to desiccated soybean fields to exposed shorelines, everything is parched. We need a good, soaking rain. The forecast looks hopeful for this week. Lake...
Aquatic plants are an essential part of a healthy lake ecosystem and are often under-valued. Benefits of Aquatic Plants Provide Habitat and Food for Fish and Wildlife Improve Water Clarity and QualityProtect Shorelines and Lake BottomsVisually Attractive Algae...
Image by S. Hermann & F. Richter from Pixabay Did you know that deep lakes, like Maxinkuckee, are “dimictic,” meaning they undergo turnover twice a year – in the spring and in the fall. This turnover is temperature driven and delivers oxygen and nutrients...
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