| Title: | State of the Lake and Ecosystems Indicator Report – 2012 |
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| Author: | Lake Champlain Basin Program |
| Publication Year: | 2012 |
| Number of Pages in Article: | 44 |
| Journal/Publication: | Lake Champlain Basin Program |
| Publication Type: | Annual Reports |
| Citation: | Lake Champlain Basin Program (2012) State of the Lake and Ecosystems Indicator Report – 2012. Grand Isle, VT: Author |
| How to Obtain: | Download Now |
| Abstract: | Each year, Lake Champlain and its tributary watersheds provide inspiration, rejuvenation, and sustenance for hundreds of thousands of residents and visitors. As much as these citizens rely on the Lake, the Lake relies on them, too. They are the keys to the future health of the Lake Champlain Basin. Informing the public about the condition of the Lake is a critical part of the Lake Champlain Basin Program’s (LCBP) mission of restoring and protecting water quality and the diverse natural and cultural resources of the Basin. By enhancing the public’s understanding and appreciation of water quality, fisheries, wetlands, wildlife, recreation, and cultural heritage, the LCBP aims to foster a sense of personal responsibility that leads to improved stewardship of the Basin’s resources. The primary purpose of the State of the Lake 2012 report is to inform citizens and resource managers about the Lake’s condition and provide a better understanding of threats to its health and opportunities to meet the challenges ahead. |