by Michael | Aug 20, 2013 | Lake Environment
Flying high above only to dive at terminal speed and take fish from the water’s surface, a bird familiar to many of us can be seen all around Gaston and Kerr Lakes. This week we will talk about the Osprey, a bird commonly seen soaring over shorelines or standing in...
by Michael | Aug 6, 2013 | Lake Environment
Many of you have undoubtedly heard and/or seen a small boat with a large “water cannon” sprayer on the front out on the waters of Lake Gaston and Kerr Lake. The “crew” have repeatedly jammed a large t-shaped pipe into the ground (seen above),...
by Michael | Jul 1, 2013 | Lake Environment
Many of you may read these stories week to week and wonder, “Why don’t they just eradicate this evil plant and move on!?!?!” The problem here is much more “deeply rooted” than most realize. This week we will talk tubers and why they bring...
by Michael | Jun 3, 2013 | Lake Environment
Undoubtedly many of you are becoming increasingly active on the Lake over the past few weeks, but you aren’t the only ones enjoying the weather conditions. The warm temperatures and increased daylight have also awoken various aquatic weeds in Kerr Lake and Lake...
by Michael | May 20, 2013 | Lake Environment
When thinking of aquatic weeds in Kerr Lake and Lake Gaston, most of us are aware of the usual culprits such as Hydrilla. Another invader, however, might not be as well-known by lake users and residents and can have even more severe impacts than its counterparts. Many...
by Michael | May 6, 2013 | Lake Environment
The use of chemicals for controlling aquatic weeds is highly effective, but just how safe are they for the environment and you? Each year chemical control of aquatic weeds, particularly hydrilla, occur on our local water bodies. This week we will talk, in depth, about...
