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See Our Spring 2022 Newsletter!

Serving Crescent Lake in the Towns of Raymond and Casco, Maine
CLWA was formed to promote the protection and enhancement of the water quality of Crescent Lake and to preserve its ecological, economic, recreational and aesthetic value. It works with other organizations that share this purpose and coordinates activities to minimize unnecessary duplication of efforts. Become a member -- and help support our efforts to preserve our beautiful lake!

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Wake Wise Education Project
We have published a new pamphlet titled "Be Wake Wise". The purpose of this pamphlet is to educate people on wakes and the impacts of large boat wakes on Crescent Lake's ecosystems, wildlife, and human safety. Impacts of large wakes include:
• Erosion of shoreline and wetlands
• Scouring of lake bottom, damaging fish habitat and stirring up phosphorous (effects water quality)
• Damage to loon nests and eggs
• Safety hazards for nearby small craft and swimmers
• Damage to docks and moored boats
Of particular concern are wakes in excess of 3’ in height, which are generated by both slow speed activities such as “plowing the water” while tubing, as well as large wakes generated by wake boats.
Following these guidelines will help maintain the water quality of the lake, protect wildlife, and ensure the safety of all sharing the water.

Wake Wise Pamphlet

Wake Education Presentation
Learn about the causes and impacts of boat wakes.
Click Here!

Spring Message From Our President
As we approach another summer season of activities on the lake, my thoughts turn to the health of our lake. The lake is in relatively healthy shape, but just like our own bodies, we need to take care of the lake and engage in good practices. Eating well and in moderate amounts is necessary to our health. The lake is no different. In a well-balanced natural environment, naturally occurring nutrients, such as phosphorous, provide for the normal plant life to grow in a stable way. When too much of these nutrients find their way into the lake, the natural balance is disturbed and beneficial plants cannot absorb the excess amounts. This imbalance creates the environment for algae blooms and oxygen depletion. This scenario combined with climate change, puts additional stress on the healthiest of lakes.
Leaving a lakeside vegetative buffer is one of the best ways to minimize nutrient runoff into the lake. Phosphorous is naturally occurring in the soil and the best way to prevent it from leaching into the lake by leaving the vegetation in place.
Our website and the LakeSmart program can provide many ideas on how to maintain a healthy lakefront buffer.
Take care and enjoy a “healthy” lakeside summer of 2022!
Russ Hutchinson
President CLWA

Complete 2018 Water Quality Data Now Available

Water quality data for 2018 has been posted. Data from our two stations can be found here.

Our 2019 Lake Monitoring Team!

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Our thanks to Todd and Linda Gundlach.