In the last year or so many people have become familiar with microbeads — the microscopic abrasive balls in cosmetic and other cleansing products.Sourced through Scoop.it from: wamc.orgThis week, Mountain Lake PBS in Plattsburgh taped a forum on the environmental hazards of microbeads. The … Continue reading →

UVM researcher found Burlington treatment plant pouring water into Lake Champlain with concentrations of pharmaceuticals.Sourced through Scoop.it from: www.burlingtonfreepress.comThe drug residue is having a measurable effect on aquatic life in the lake, with pharmaceutical buildup seen in the … Continue reading →

Renowned for its great road biking, the Adirondack Coast offers bike routes, ranging in difficulty that cross through the Champlain Valley and the Adirondack Mountains. Small towns and postcard views offer plenty of opportunity for rest and recreation along the way. Board a ferry and spend the … Continue reading →

The Adirondack Coast is renowned for its pristine beaches stretching along the shores of Lake Champlain or tucked away at the edge of a quiet river or mountain lake.Sourced through Scoop.it from: www.youtube.comSee on Scoop.it - Lake Champlain … Continue reading →

The Lake Champlain Basin Program (LCBP) has released a request for proposals to study accumulation of mercury and toxins from blue-green algae in fish.Sourced through Scoop.it from: www.lakechamplaincommittee.orgThe assessment of toxins from cyanobacteria is new for Lake Champlain. Each season … Continue reading →