NALMS Adopts Code of Conduct
NALMS is proud to announce the release of our official Code of Conduct, adapted from such respected organizations as the International Marine Conservation Congress (IMCC) and Ecological Society of America (ESA).
The North American Lake Management Society commits to promoting a welcoming environment while fulfilling our mission of forging partnerships among citizens, scientists, and professionals to foster the management and protection of lakes and reservoirs. We intend to do this during daily operations, which includes the annual NALMS symposium, by fostering environm...
NALMS Notes July / August 2017
The new issue of NALMS Notes is out!
In this issue:
Lakes Appreciation Month Wrap-Up
News From Our Affiliates
President’s Message
NALMS News
Latest Articles from LRM
News From Region 2
News From Region 5
Conferences & Events
NALMS 2017: Finding Balance
HABs, Beach Closures and/or Health Advisories, July 2017
Lake News & Information
Lake Photo of the Month
Efforts Underway to Repeal and Replace the 2015 Clean Water Rule
Under the Clean Water Act (CWA), the Federal Government has the ability to regulate pollutants that flow into “navigable waters,” although courts and legislative bodies have had difficulty in precisely defining that term for several decades.
The 2015 Clean Water Rule was intended to clarify the definition of a “navigable” body of water, and was based on the opinion written by Justice Anthony Kennedy in a 2006 Supreme Court case. He argued that waters could fall under the jurisdiction of the CWA if they have a “significant nexus” to navigable waters.
The ...
Conference Planning & Management Services – Request for Proposals
The North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) is seeking a Service Provider or Individual to provide conference planning and management services, from conception through to completion, for its annual member symposium. Planner responsibilities include providing outstanding customer service and organizing a memorable event that meets the expectations of our membership and Board of Directors. NALMS prefers to conduct meetings at locations that promote attendance and in the most cost-effective and environmentally sustainable manner; all aspects of lodging and ...
NALMS Position on Source Water Protection
To coincide with Lakes Appreciation Month 2017, we are proud to release NALMS position on Source Water Protection, along with an in-depth white paper co-authored by Bradley Hufhines (Beaver Water District, Lowell, AR); Byron Winston, Ph.D. (AECOM, Houston, TX); Robert Morgan, Ph.D. (Arkansas Forest and Drinking Water Collaborative, Springdale, AR); and Chi Ho Sham, Ph.D. (Eastern Research Group, Lexington, MA).
To view this and other position papers, visit our NALMS Position Papers webpage.
Your Lake & You!: 2nd Edition Now Available
Just in time for Lakes Appreciation Month, NALMS' Outreach and Education Committee is proud to announce the release of the 2nd edition of Your Lake & You!, now available at the NALMS Online Store.
Would you like to reach people who live on lakes? This new and improved online edition of our popular Your Lake & You! booklet (an updated version of the 8-page newspaper) helps you explain to homeowners the steps they can take to protect the lakes they live on and love. This wonderful resource is loaded with basic lake information, strategies for taking better ...
NALMS Notes May / June 2017
The new issue of NALMS Notes is out!
In this issue:
July is Lakes Appreciation Month!
News From Our Affiliates
President’s Message
NALMS Seeks Editor for LakeLine
New From Region 1
International Rainy-Lake of the Wood Watershed Forum
Membership in Motion
Conferences & Events
Call for Board of Directors Nominations
Call for Achievement Awards Nominations
Lake News & Information
NLA Training in Region 6
NALMS 2017: Finding Balance
News From Our Student Director
Reservoir Fisheries Habitat Partnership
Seeking Editor for LakeLine Magazine
The North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) seeks an editor for LakeLine Magazine, a quarterly publication that informs and educates readers about current issues regarding lakes and lake management. Issues are theme-based with all of the articles addressing a specific topic. Most NALMS members primarily receive the magazine in print.
The ideal candidate must possess:
A bachelor's degree or higher in the water resources field.
Working knowledge of NALMS and its history.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Superior English ...
NALMS Notes March / April 2017
The new issue of NALMS Notes is out!
In this issue:
Looking Back at the 2016 Secchi Dip-In
President’s Message
NALMS News
News From Region 3
News From Region 9
News From Region 11
News From Our Affiliates
Lake News & Information
Conferences & Events
Lake Photo of the Month
NALMS 2017
NALMS 2017 Call for Abstracts
NALMS’ Response to Recent Federal Election
Summary of NALMS’ response to recent federal election
The NALMS Board of Directors is working to assess how the federal election outcome may influence both lake management in the USA and the capacity of NALMS.
NALMS had begun the process of planning the 2018 National Water Quality Monitoring Conference (NWQMC) with our federal partners and will continue to work to assess support for the conference.
Currently NALMS operates at a significant deficit during single conference years (NALMS only). These losses have been offset by net gains during 2-confere...