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Annual Meeting 2021

The 2021 Crescent Lake Watershed Association Annual Meeting was held at the lakeside home of board member Pam Akers on Saturday, July 10. The meeting was well attended by approximately 40 -50 CLWA members and guests. Lunch was generously provided by Camp Agawam and cooked and served by board members Diehl Estes and Hugh Grant and board advisor Lisa Hall.
Topics of discussion included the treasurer's report, lake health and monitoring, Lake Smart successes, Wake Wise education and the new informational Kiosk being installed at the boat launch off Rte. 85. Guest speakers included Bob Harmon, from Panther Pond Association discussing the lake water levels and the proposed Mill St Dam replacement, and Sue Gallo, Executive Director of Maine Lakes, informing the members of Maine Lakes purpose and goals as well as an informative discussion about Loons. The final order of business was the election of board members and officers.
The Board for 2021: Russ Hutchinson, President, Locke Macdonald, VP /Treasurer, Pam Akers, Secretary, Hugh Savage, Lake Smart Coordinator, Carolyn Savage, Diehl Estes, Charlie Bradbury, Rex Bradbury, Davian Akers, Denise Richards, Sallie Worcester and Laurie Tate.

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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.
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Spring Message From Our President
Greetings from the Crescent Lake Watershed Association Board of Directors. A new season of summer enjoyment on and near Crescent Lake approaches! Ice out for the lake occurred somewhere near April 2 –4, depending on which end of the lake you viewed! Ice out is a fascinating event if you have never witnessed it. As temperatures warm during the months of March and April, the ice begins to darken, and the texture of the ice softens. Slowly patches of water begin to appear along the shoreline. As the lake water warms and the darkening and melting hastens, the shoreline tension finally releases and typically the wind driven ice begins its journey to the southern end of the lake. One of my fondest memories is sitting by the lakeside with my late parents and watching the ice begin its annual journey down the lake.2021 hopefully will bring new lifelong memories of our time at the lake. Our efforts to preserve the precious resource that Crescent Lake is are critical to making sure that these memories continue for us all and for future generations. Your membership is the lifeblood of these efforts! Without your membership and support we would not be able to support the programs such as Courtesy Boat Inspections, Invasive Plant Patrolling, and promoting sound lakeside practices and behaviors I ask that you please remember to renew your membership or if not a current member to consider joining. You can also volunteer from the website. We need your support now and in the future!

Take care and may you all enjoy the lake in the summer of 2021!
Russ Hutchinson

2019 Water Quality Test

Our first test of the 2019 season is tracking to last years results. Our team worked hard on lake and the results have been sent to the lab. We will let you know when they are all available!
Click Here to our First Set of Results!