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We will be sharing news from 2025 and then  members will vote to approve the minutes from last year's meeting and the proposed slate of officers. Then we'll welcome our two All About Loons speakers for an engaging and lively discussion all about the loons that make our Maine lakes so special.

James Reddoch, who just wrapped up his time leading Look Out For Loons programming at Maine Lakes, will share the work he did with over 75 volunteers who engaged with members of their communities to reduce disturbance and increase loon chick survival.

Mark Pokras, retired Tufts University wildlife veterinarian and expert on loon health and disease, will share updates and developments for Maine's loons, including ways we can all help secure a lasting future for Maine's lakes.

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Swollen  Bladderwort in eight maine waterbodies

Article from a recent MPBN Report by Iselin Bratz

Swollen bladderwort, an invasive aquatic plant first discovered in Maine two years ago, has made its way into eight water bodies in southern and western parts of the state.

John McPhedron, head of the invasive aquatic species unit at the Maine Department of Environmental Protection, said the bladderwort poses a risk to local ecosystems.

For the most recent map of aquatic invasives in Maine, click HERE.

For more about how to identify Swollen Bladderwort, see pages I-L of Lake Stewards of Maine’s Supplement to their invasive species guide HERE.

Join the fight to stop the spread of invasive aquatic species by joining an Invasive Plant Patrol Team at the Lake Stewards of Maine. You’ll become an expert in invasive plant identification and help a state-wide effort for early detection and action. FMI, visit the IPP page HERE.