NALMS 314 Working Group Flies into DC
The President’s Budget for FY 2026 previously proposed the complete elimination of the Non-Point Source Pollution Reduction grant program in Section 319 of the Clean Water Act, along with an 87% reduction Drinking Water State Revolving Fund. These programs are essential to protecting lakes, ponds, and reservoirs. The 319 program has improved water quality for nearly 1,500 lake and pond projects since 2002. While the funding has been returned to the FY2025 level, until the budget passes, this funding is not guaranteed. Congress is making important budget decisions for ...
2025 NALMS Election Candidates
The 2025 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, Treasurer, and At-Large Director.
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.
The Treasurer serves for three years and may succeed themselves for one additional term.
The ...
Help NALMS Strengthen Outreach in Latin America
The NALMS JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion) Committee is working to better understand the lake management needs and interests across Latin America. This short survey is part of a broader effort to build stronger, more inclusive relationships between NALMS, CALMS (California Lake Management Society), LAGO (Latin America Global Outreach), and lake-focused organizations throughout the region.
Your input will directly inform our outreach strategies and help ensure that NALMS continues to engage diverse voices in meaningful ways.
The survey will be open ...
2025 NALMS Summer Member Raffle
We are excited to share that NALMS is offering a summer membership raffle for both new and renewing members!
Any individual who renews or joins during the months of May - August 2025 will automatically be entered into our summer raffle! Win the product of your choice from our online merch store OR have your membership renewed for one additional year! Three winners will be selected and contacted on September 3, 2025.
We also would like to invite you to celebrate Lakes Appreciation Month, celebrated throughout the month of July! We use this time to highlight the ...
NALMS Bookkeeper Position Available
The Organization You Will Join
The North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization. Our mission is to forge partnerships among citizens, scientists, and professionals to foster the management and protection of lakes and reservoirs for today and tomorrow. The goals of NALMS activities are to promote the exchange of information on aspects of managing lakes and their watersheds, promote public awareness of lake ecosystems, encourage public support for promoting management of lakes and their watersheds, provide guidance to ...
2025 Election: Call for Board Nominations
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.
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 ...
NALMS Internship Opportunities
NALMS is accepting applications for two internship opportunities:
NALMS JEDI Program Internship
Description: The main responsibility of the successful candidate will be to develop a webinar series targeting Spanish speaking lake users and managers.
The Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) intern will work closely with the co-chairs of the NALMS JEDI Program as well as with Education, Communication, and Outreach (ECO) to develop communications resources and a webinar series targeting Spanish speaking lake users and managers. The intern will use established ...
