2009 Maine Lakes Conference announced

Maine COLA (Congress of Lake Associations) is announcing the 2009 Maine Lakes Conference, to be held on June 20 in Standish, Maine.

Some highlights:

• Famed eco-photographers Gerry and Marcy Monkman will kick off the 2009 Maine Lakes Conference with a presentation of their recent work;
• Sessions on land ownership, development, and land use;
• Hands-on workshop on exploring lakes with kids;
• Practical sessions exploring use of BMPs and ways to grow your lake association.

Attendees will have an opportunity to participate in a demonstration of MLCI's floating classroom, the Melinda Ann, in the late afternoon.

Check the COLA web site frequently for more information and updates.