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Love the LakePrint Friendly Version
A Guideline for Landowners in the Pigeon Lake Watershed
Show your Commitment to the Lake in the following ways:
- protect the shoreline by retaining indigenous aquatic plant growth and plant native vegetation in the riparian (shoreline) area
- increase tree and shrub density on your property
- properly compost biodegradable waste
- limit fertilizer use to container gardening
- eliminate the use of insecticides, herbicides and/or fungicides
- store all chemicals safely away from drainage areas
- use phosphate free detergents (dish, laundry, shampoo)
- use proper techniques when fueling equipment like lawnmowers and boats to eliminate contamination of the lake
- use proper sewage disposal and maintenance of sewage containment
- ensure appropriate disposal of animal waste
- practice water conservation techniques to reduce waste water production
- increase your knowledge by attending programs such as the Alberta Environmental Farm Plan workshop or PLWA sponsored events
- talk to your friends and neighbours- let them know how you are helping the lake and encourage them to do the same!
Agricultural Users Can Help Save the Lake
- increase native plant growth and trees along natural drainage areas and streams
- limit use of herbicides, fungicides and insecticides
- protect riparian areas from animal use
- adopt zero till or reduced tillage systems
- test soil and fertilize only as needed
- dispose of all animal waste properly
STOP FEEDING THE LAKE!
Please don’t contribute to the nutrient “overload” that promotes blue-green algae growth.
Become a PLWA member if you are not already one. Homepage on website, info@plwa.ca or call 403-816-6049
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