Indian Lake Shores Improvement Association, Inc.

04/24/2025

Looking To Fill the ILSIA position of Secretary. FMI contact Corinna Cole @ 603-834-2030
or Ray Grace @ 603-504-2937

02/24/2025

There is so much to explore in the Maine outdoors, even in winter!
The best way to learn about Maine’s fish, wildlife, and habitats is to get outside and see what you can find. If you’re looking for a fun way to make the most out of winter during vacation week, see how your beginner naturalist does with our winter scavenger hunt!

Here’s a hint: the more of your senses you use, the more you’ll discover.

Find more fun winter activities for kids of all ages at mefishwildlife.com/education

02/05/2025

Free Ice Fishing Weekend Coming Up!!

The February fishing report is now available!

We are looking forward to seeing lots of anglers making memories on the ice all month, especially during school vacation week! Find a spot and pick up some tips at mefishwildlife.com/fishingreport.

🎣 February 15-16 is Free Fishing weekend in Maine this year, and is another perfect opportunity to introduce new anglers to the sport! On these days, any person (except those whose license has been suspended or revoked) may fish without a license. All other laws and regulations apply on these days.

🧊Before heading out on the ice all anglers, new and experienced, should review ice safety guidelines at mefishwildlife.com/icesafety.

Let's see those flags!

09/27/2024

💧📊 Got questions about your lake? Are you curious about climate change impacts? 🌍❓ Join Tristan for a Water Quality Technical Support Session on Friday, 10/4 at 12:30 PM! 🕧 Open to certified volunteers AND the public! 🏞️
🌡️ Let’s talk seasonal turnover, unusual data, and more! 🌿📈 Don't miss out on expert insights 💡 and discussions about what's happening across the state 🌊🙌.

📅 Mark your calendar & invite your lake-loving friends!
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcudO2gqjsrG9HL5SrQXGxk7PAqIuBrfbA4 #/registration 💙💦

09/19/2024

Board of Directors Meeting
Saturday, 5pm all welcome
184 Indian Lake Drive

09/07/2024

Tomorrow!!

Our Annual Pot-Luck Cookout is tomorrow! I hope you all can make it!! 😎 11 am for the ILSIA Meeting and Cookout shortly after on the Beach! We have tables!!

05/12/2024

We have new water quality workshops, please contact us at the office to schedule your participation.

📍Next WEEK! Quantabacook/Searsmont -- 5/15 --Morning
📍Bauneg Beg/North Berwick & Sanford -- 5/29 -- Morning

Our complete list of 2024 Water Quality Workshops is available on our website!
🌐 https://www.lakestewardsofmaine.org/water-quality-certification-workshops/

As a current volunteer that is interested in participating, please send an email to [email protected], or call to speak with Jonnie at 207-783-7733.

05/12/2024

Good Morning ☀️ I want to wish everyone a Happy Mother’s Day and hope to see you at our first meeting of the year next Sunday on 5/19 at 10 am on the ILSIA Beach. Enjoy the day 😊💐

03/11/2024

Happy International Women's Day! 💐 Today, at Lake Stewards of Maine we celebrate the remarkable contributions of women everywhere, especially those who advocate for our lakes and water bodies. From scientists to stewards, mothers to mentors, women play pivotal roles in safeguarding our precious natural resources. Let's honor their dedication and commitment to preserving our environment. Thank you for your inspiring commitment! 🌊

03/04/2024

🌊 Don't miss out!
🌿 Explore the fascinating world of Crayfish Ecology with Dr. Karen Wilson from the University of Southern Maine. 📅 Mark your calendars: March 7, 5:00 pm! 🦐 Join us for an engaging discussion on Maine's crayfish population as part of Lake Stewards of Maine's Thaw(tful) webinar series with Maine Lakes.

🌐 Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcrd-2qqzIrGdKy5KDsV3D1cIR949MmwdGq #/registration
✅ Missed a webinar or looking forward to future events? Find recordings of past presenters and information on upcoming webinars on our website! 📚 See you there!
🌐 https://bit.ly/2024WebinarSeries

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01/28/2024

🚣‍♂️ Lake Stewards of Maine (LSM) is looking for volunteers to join the Aquatic Invasive Species Travel Team during our 2024 summer field season. Volunteers are 🔑 to our efforts, and we seek dedicated and active friends to assist us this summer. Volunteers will aid LSM staff in surveying and rapid response efforts across Maine, help recruit local volunteers, and assist with workshops. AIS volunteers can expect to get on the water training, learn about native and invasive plant identification and classification, and see beautiful lakes around the State, including during our weeklong Northern Maine Initiative trip to Cross Lake. 🌊🌿

Volunteers can start assisting LSM right now in planning for our 2024 adventures. Those interested in raising awareness about AIS in Maine and having a true summer adventure learn more by emailing [email protected]. 📧🌞

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11/27/2023

The ICE is coming... be safe.

09/21/2023

Today the Maine Centers for Disease Control (CDC) identified mosquitos found in Lebanon ME tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE). The source mosquito specimen was discovered and collected from free-standing water located on Long Swamp Road by Brown Lane. This has not occurred since 2019. We want to encourage residents to follow proper protection guidelines outlined by the Maine CDC. The best way to protect yourself is to wear long sleeve loose clothing, use mosquito repellent, and remove any standing water (found in spare tires, flower pots, birdbaths, etc.) as these are common mosquito breeding places.

Other methods of prevention and protection are listed in the article below from the Maine Department of Health and Human Services (Maine DHHS) and Maine Centers for Disease Control (Maine CDC).

We ask that residents bare with us while the Maine CDC works to investigate the matter. Our agency is in close contact with Maine CDC liaisons, and will remain on top of the situation.

Below is a referenced link for more information and an image to assist in identifying mosquito breeding grounds.

https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/news/eastern-equine-encephalitis-identified-maine-mosquitoes-wed-09202023-1200

09/09/2023

Our Annual Pot-Luck Cookout is tomorrow! I hope you all can make it!! 😎 11 am for the ILSIA Meeting and Cookout shortly after on the Beach! We have tables!!

08/24/2023

New law to reduce the spread of aquatic invasive species Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife sent this bulletin at 08/11/2023 12:32 PM EDT mefishwildlife.com New law impacting boaters, paddlers, anglers, and any other watercraft users: To reduce the spread of aquatic invasive species i...

08/09/2023

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