NALMS Releases a Position Statement and Policy Recommendations on Nature-based Solutions in Urban Lakes and Watersheds
By Gabriella Placido, NALMS Policy Intern
Despite being just over halfway through the year, 2021 has already broken an assortment of records with its extreme weather and unprecedented circumstances. Intense storms, heat waves, fires, floods, droughts, and a series of harmful algal blooms have plagued North America and the rest of the world, all while trying to overcome a persistent and troublesome pandemic. Such notable and problematic effects of climate change are increasing in intensity and frequency around the globe; the climate crisis can be ignored no longer....
NALMS 2021 Election Candidates
The 2021 election for officers and directors is underway. Voting in the annual election is an important way for NALMS members to provide input in the management of the Society. Our officers and directors are all volunteers who serve without pay.
All members may vote for President-Elect.
The President-Elect serves for one year in that position after which they serve as President for one year and Past-President for one year.
Members may also vote for a director to represent their NALMS Region. Regional Directors are elected for a three-year term and may serve up ...
HABs Drinking Water Webinar Series
In collaboration with the USACE Invasive Species Leadership Team, Aquatic Plant Management Society, and American Water Works Association, NALMS is proud to offer a five-part summer webinar series focused on HABs and drinking water. In this series, our panel of experts will summarize the latest research and technical information on management strategies to encourage better integration and facilitation in the protection of drinking water.
06/23/21 - HAB Impacts to Drinking Water and Current Management Outlook
Start: 12:00 CDT
Other Information: HABs Drinking ...
2021 RESULTS: Lakes Appreciation Poster Contest
July has been Lakes Appreciation Month for the past 23 years. This spring, we invited elementary, middle, and high school students to submit posters reflecting on how important lakes are to all of us. Submitted artwork will be a big part of NALMS’ celebrations through July.
Due to the high quality of all the entries, our volunteer judges had a tough job deciding our three winners (one per grade category). Posters were judged on creativity and originality, how well they represented Lakes Appreciation Month, and overall presentation. We are excited to share the results ...
Call for NALMS Achievement Award Nominations
Through its annual achievement awards, NALMS recognizes the efforts of individuals, organizations, programs, and corporations who are making a notable impact in lake and reservoir management. Consider nominating a deserving individual or group for one of the following NALMS awards. The 2021 Achievement Awards will be presented at the 41st International Symposium in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
NALMS accepts nominations in the following categories:
Leadership and Service Awards
Nominations should detail how individuals or teams demonstrate leadership, service, and practice ...
2021 Election: Call for Board Nominations
Nominations for the 2021 election are being accepted at this time!
NALMS is seeking candidates that will add diversity and breadth to the Board and its committees.
You could become a nominee for a position on the NALMS Board of Directors, to take a more active role in steering the direction of activities that relate to these precious resources. Experience or training in lake management is not required for a board position, and we encourage candidates with expertise in nonprofit management, leadership development, marketing, fundraising, legal issues and membership ...
New NALMS Merch Available
Just in time for summer, we are excited to share that we have some new designs available in our Bonfire online store! A percentage of your purchase price will go back to support NALMS and our programs.
NEW IN THE STORE:
NALMS Love Lakes Shirt - available in multiple styles and colors
NALMS Logo Women's Tanks - available in two styles and multiple colors
NALMS Logo Mug
NALMS Logo Tote - available in natural or the color of your choice
NALMS Face Mask - now available in youth size!
Make sure to take a photo of yourself sporting your official NALMS ...
NALMS Internship Opportunities
NALMS is accepting applications for two internship opportunities:
NALMS Policy Internship
The intern will work with the NALMS Policy and Communications Committees to support the process of writing white papers and developing policy recommendations regarding the following topics:
Climate Change Impacts on Lake Ecosystems,
Lake Watershed Management,
Cyanobacteria Management, and
Urban Lake Management.
An integral component of the internship will be taking the lead in writing a white paper and developing policy recommendations regarding one of the topics ...
North American Lake Management Society Establishes New Student Scholarship Fund
MADISON, WI ‒ Due solely to the generosity and kindness of Life Member, Dr. Kenneth Reckhow, the North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) is pleased to announce the establishment of the Kenneth H. Reckhow Scholarship Fund.
With a unique tie-in to a NALMS tradition and Dr. Reckhow’s personal history with the Society, the scholarship winners will be directly linked with an event that occurs each year at the NALMS annual symposium. Beginning with the 2021 Clean Lakes Classic 5K Run/Walk, one female and one male graduate student participant in the event will be ...
LaBounty Best Paper Award Nominated Papers Available Through Open Access
The papers nominated for the Jim LaBounty Best Paper Award in 2020 will be available through open access through the end of March. Normally papers published in the last 3 years are only available by subscription, but as a tribute to the quality of research and importance to the lake management community, these papers are being made freely available for a limited time. The 2020 award went to a collection of three papers by Alex J. Horne and colleagues, but all the nominated papers are worth reading. Included are:
Hypolimnetic oxygenation and aeration in two Midwestern USA ...