Paddle the creeks and bays of Mississippi Lake and take part in a “first of this kind for this area” citizen-science project. Working in conjunction with the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA), we will take part in an Invasive Aquatic Species Survey.
Our goal is to canoe all seven creeks which flow into the lake, collect samples of five known aquatic invasive species and report back to the MVCA offices by 12:30 pm. We will deliver the samples and information we have gathered, have lunch and hear an analysis of our work.
Date: Saturday, July 9, 2016
Time: 8:30 am
Meeting place: We will meet at the MVCA offices building on Highway 7, Carleton Place, for donuts and coffee, orientation and reporting kits. We will need at least eight canoe/kayak groups.
Bring: You will need the usual required canoe safety equipment, water, lunch, a pen or pencil, sunscreen etc.
You must pre-register for this event. For information and to register, please contact Cliff Bennett at 613-256 5013 or bennett@magma.ca. In case of foul weather, the paddle will take place on Sunday, July 10.
If you have a canoe and need a partner or, if you would like to partner with someone who has a canoe, please contact Cliff.
