You are most cordially invited to participate at the 20th Annual National Conference on Enhancing the States' Lake Management Programs. This year's gathering will explore creative ways to translate myriad lake quality data into meaningful information that can be understood by technical audiences, policy and decision makers, and the general public.

Lake quality data collected under the U.S. EPA's Survey of the Nation's Lakes will be a focal point of our discussions. Lake program staff from state and federal agencies -- as well as the statewide "grassroots" lake organizations these programs serve -- are highly encouraged to attend.

Our conference host is the Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza, convenient to downtown Chicago's great restaurants and just steps from our cultural attractions. Continue the day's discussions with your colleagues at the Hospitality Receptions scheduled each evening of the conference.

For some, attending this annual conference has become a tradition. If you've not participated before, please consider joining us for this special 20th anniversary celebration. We think you'll experience a truly unique opportunity to learn and share ideas on enhancing lake and watershed management programs!