Love the Lake

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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