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North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) @nalms.bsky.social · 6d

We love seeing our Board members making a difference every day! See NALMS Region 12 Director, Liz Favot, featured here at her job with @laurentianu.bsky.social.

Can the past give clues on blue-green algae blooms? These Laurentian University researchers think so | CBC News

Masters student Mackenzie Hobbs has been collecting sediment from northeastern Ontario lakes to determine how industrialization has affected blue-green algae levels in those waters.

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North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) @nalms.bsky.social · 8d

The fall issue of NALMS Notes is out! The latest on #NALMS2025 in Myrtle Beach, an update from our 314 group on their "fly-in" to Washington, D.C., a #LakesAppreciation Month wrap-up, and so much more! mailchi.mp/nalms/nalms-...

📷: “Makin' a run for it!” by Michelle Balmer

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North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) @nalms.bsky.social · 19d

We hope you'll join us for #NALMS2025 in beautiful Myrtle Beach, SC! 🌊 We are pleased to offer a wide variety of workshops & field trips, scheduled for November 4th! Conference registration is not required to attend a workshop or field trip. Register by October 3th! www.nalms.org/nalms2025/

North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) @nalms.bsky.social · 21d

🚨 Please join us TODAY for NALMS’ 2nd webinar in our first series for early career professionals! 🚨 "Uncharted Waters: Communication & Advocacy Skills for Uncertain Times" is focused on science communication skills & their application in policymaking, advocacy, & media.

tinyurl.com/5fcnacpz

North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) @nalms.bsky.social · 22d

NALMS is excited to invite your company/organization to sponsor #NALMS2025 in Myrtle Beach! With targeted quality sessions, premium attendees, & enhanced sponsor image, sponsorship is an amazing opportunity to show your support for lake management & protection 💧 www.nalms.org/nalms2025/

North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) @nalms.bsky.social · 23d

Announcing Part 2 of NALMS’ first webinar series for early career professionals! "Uncharted Waters: Communication & Advocacy Skills for Uncertain Times" is a FREE 2-part series focused on science communication skills & their application in policymaking, advocacy, & media.

tinyurl.com/5fcnacpz

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North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) @nalms.bsky.social · 26d

Early bird rates for #NALMS2025 end TODAY, 9/12! 🪶 Register today to lock in your lower registration rate - you can even select the "Invoice Me" option to pay at a later date! www.nalms.org/nalms2025/

North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) @nalms.bsky.social · Sep 8

NALMS and our Board of Directors are excited to invite you to join us at the beach for #NALMS2025 – Myrtle Beach, South Carolina! November 4-7, 2025. Early bird registration closes September 12th! 🐥 Field trip and workshop add-ons are also open for registrations! www.nalms.org/nalms2025/

North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) @nalms.bsky.social · 27d

Register in advance to receive the link to join today's webinar ---> tinyurl.com/nhhu5x2j 💧

We're also thrilled to announce that PART TWO will take place on 9/17 ---> tinyurl.com/5fcnacpz 💧

North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) @nalms.bsky.social · 27d

🚨 Please join us TODAY for NALMS first webinar series for early career professionals! 🚨

"Uncharted Waters: Communication & Advocacy Skills for Uncertain Times" is a FREE 2-part webinar series focused on science communication skills and their application in policymaking, advocacy, and media.

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North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) @nalms.bsky.social · 28d

NALMS is excited to invite you to join us at the beach for #NALMS2025 in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina! November 4-7, 2025. Early bird registration closes this Friday, September 12th! 🐦 Register for a field trip and/or workshop by October 3rd to reserve your spot! www.nalms.org/nalms2025/

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North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) @nalms.bsky.social · 29d

Don't forget to register for PART ONE of our FREE two-part series! Science Communication Skills & Engaging Policymakers takes place this Thursday, 9/11! Register ---> tinyurl.com/nhhu5x2j

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We're also thrilled to announce that PART TWO will take place on 9/17 ---> tinyurl.com/5fcnacpz

North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) @nalms.bsky.social · Sep 4

Save the date for NALMS’ first webinar series for early career professionals! "Uncharted Waters: Communication & Advocacy Skills for Uncertain Times" is a FREE 2-part webinar series focused on science communication skills & their application in policymaking, advocacy, & media 💧 tinyurl.com/nhhu5x2j

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North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) @nalms.bsky.social · Sep 8

NALMS and our Board of Directors are excited to invite you to join us at the beach for #NALMS2025 – Myrtle Beach, South Carolina! November 4-7, 2025. Early bird registration closes September 12th! 🐥 Field trip and workshop add-ons are also open for registrations! www.nalms.org/nalms2025/

North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) @nalms.bsky.social · Sep 4

Save the date for NALMS’ first webinar series for early career professionals! "Uncharted Waters: Communication & Advocacy Skills for Uncertain Times" is a FREE 2-part webinar series focused on science communication skills & their application in policymaking, advocacy, & media 💧 tinyurl.com/nhhu5x2j

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North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) @nalms.bsky.social · Sep 4

Still dreaming of #NALMS2016 in Banff 💙 We'll be coming back to Canada after ten years for #NALMS2026 in beautiful Kelowna, BC!

Michelle says: Be kind. Always. ❤️ @snarkysillysad.bsky.social · Sep 4

Canoeing in Banff National Park: #AGoodPlace

Source: www.reddit.com/r/BeAmazed/s...

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North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) @nalms.bsky.social · Aug 13

NALMS and our Board of Directors are excited to invite you to join us at the beach for #NALMS2025 – Myrtle Beach, South Carolina! November 4-7, 2025. Early bird registration closes September 12th! 🐥 Field trip and workshop add-ons are also open for registrations! www.nalms.org/nalms2025/

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North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) @nalms.bsky.social · Aug 13

Congratulations to our three winners in the "Show Your #LakesAppreciation" social media challenge!

💧 White water lily for "Macrophyte Monday" - @jolatimore.bsky.social
💧 The beauty of Lake Champlain - @madelinereilly.bsky.social
💧 Alpine hiking in California - Jordan (IG jg_konk)

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MSU Extension Center for Lakes and Streams @msue-lakes-streams.bsky.social · Jul 30

Lake webinars! MILP just upcated their list. Some new ones:
8/21: How zebra mussels are changing fish contaminants
8/26: How wake boats impact lakes
9/25: Starry stonewort and manoomin (wild rice)
10/2: When the forst burns, what's in the water?

Full list: www.canr.msu.edu/michiganlake...

A calm tree-lined lake under a clear blue sky.

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North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) @nalms.bsky.social · Jul 30

The sun is setting on #LakesAppreciation Month 2025 ... we're always sad to see it go! We use this special time - when lakes are being heavily used for summer recreation - to highlight their importance, along with the issues they face. Catch our final July program update here: tinyurl.com/yc2kbzk5 ☀️

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North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) @nalms.bsky.social · Jul 28

Help us show appreciation for those working hard for lakes! NALMS is seeking nominations for this year's Achievement Awards, which will be presented at #NALMS2025 in Myrtle Beach! Any individual or entity may submit a nomination 🏆 www.nalms.org/nalms-achiev...

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North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) @nalms.bsky.social · Jul 23

This week is all about making the most of the final days of #LakesAppreciation Month! We challenge you to participate in the social media contest, complete your family's BINGO card, and maybe even collect data for the Secchi Dip-In! tinyurl.com/bdf37yt4

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North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) @nalms.bsky.social · Jul 22

NALMS is excited to invite your company/organization to sponsor #NALMS2025 in Myrtle Beach! Sponsorship of this symposium is an amazing opportunity to show your support for lake management & protection 💧 THANK YOU to our dedicated sponsors! We couldn't do this without you 💙 www.nalms.org/nalms2025/

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AquaSTEM Consulting @aquastemconsulting.bsky.social · Jul 21

🌊 July is #LakesAppreciation Month! 💙

From #swimming & #fishing to drinking #water & #wildlife habitat, #lakes sustain life.

📣Shoutout to the @nalms.bsky.social (#NALMS) for leading the way in #lakescience, #outreach, & #conservation across the USA, Canada & Mexico! 🌎🌿.

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North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) @nalms.bsky.social · Jul 21

Nominations for the 2025 election are being accepted at this time! NALMS is seeking candidates that will add diversity and breadth to the Board and its committees. Nominations are due today, July 21st!

Learn more: www.nalms.org/2025-electio...

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North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) @nalms.bsky.social · Jul 17

Time is a thief ... we're already halfway through #LakesAppreciation Month! ⏰

In this week's program summary (tinyurl.com/e5f8f8uf), we highlight the Show Your #LakesAppreciation Challenge, Secchi Dip-In, summer member raffle, why it's important to #CleanDrainDry & #PlayCleanGo, and much more!

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North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) @nalms.bsky.social · Jul 17

NALMS and our Board of Directors are excited to invite you to join us at the beach for #NALMS2025 – Myrtle Beach, South Carolina! November 4-7, 2025. Early bird registration closes September 12th! 🐥 Field trip and workshop add-ons are also open for registrations! www.nalms.org/nalms2025/