Since there is so much that can affect water quality, it is important to regularly monitor and act on a problem as soon as it rises. It is far more cost effective to address small problems before they can cause serious consequences. The North American Lake...
“Eighty percent of pollution to the marine environment comes from the land. One of the biggest sources is called nonpoint source pollution, which occurs as a result of runoff. Nonpoint source pollution includes many small sources, like septic tanks, cars,...
Wetlands are not just puddles or “low spots with some cattails.” They serve a vital role in the environment; flood control, pollution filtering and habitat for wildlife, to name just a few. In order to be considered a wetland, all three of the following...
Environmental impacts of winter salt use. Salt used on roadways, sidewalks and parking lots doesn’t just disappear when the snow and ice are gone. The salt is washed away, either into storm drains or through drainage ditches and ultimately into lakes and...
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...
Part Two of our Learn the Lake series included a session on benthic macroinvertebrates. The name says it all. Benthic meaning bottom dwelling, macro meaning visible to the naked eye and invertebrate meaning no backbone. They are typically found...
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