Resources

For peer-reviewed, scientific publications on research conducted in the Lake Champlain basin region, search our Zotero Library.

Lake Champlain Videos is a series of recently released videos to help people understand the lake and its processes and the actions people can take to protect and improve water quality and keep themselves and their pets safe. Visit our YouTube Channel to see the full playlist.

For Lake Champlain Sea Grant publications that include scientific journal articles, reports, brochures, fact sheets, videos, public service announcements, and other materials about our research, outreach, and education related to the Lake Champlain basin, search below.

Broadening Participation in Participatory Science Programs: Insights from Across the Field

Published 2023
This 10 page report synthesizes findings from a survey conducted by Kris Stepenuck of Lake Champlain Sea Grant and Liz McQuain of Louisiana Sea Grant. The survey asked Sea Grant-supported participatory science programs about challenges and successes they have had in broadening participation. This report is meant to help other programs looking to expand participation in participatory science initiatives by sharing common barriers to participation and tips for overcoming them.

Build Your Own Aquaponics System, Step by Step

Published 2023
These videos will take you through how to build an aquaponics system for your home, office, or school from start to finish. Follow along with Dr. Theo Willis as he explains what materials you need, necessary modifications, and the process of setting this up from beginning to end.

Explore the Lake Champlain Watershed poster

Published 2023
This poster was made to accompany an exhibit to educate residents and visitors of the watershed about what a watershed is and what Lake Champlain has to offer.

Lake Champlain Watershed rack card

Published 2023
This rack card was made to accompany an exhibit to educate residents and visitors of the watershed about what a watershed is and what Lake Champlain has to offer.

Microplastics

Published 2023
This rack card describes the basics of what microplastics are, where they are found in the Lake Champlain Basin, and what people can do to minimize further plastic pollution.

Native Tree Stem Site Preparation Techniques Report for Landowners

Published 2023
Riparian forests play a crucial role in filtering nutrients, pesticides, and animal waste from runoff before they enter water bodies. Many groups are re-establishing riparian forests across the Lake Champlain basin. However, reed canary grass (RCG) has often hindered the survival success of these restoration efforts. This report shares results and recommendations of a 2-year student in the Champlain Valley of Vermont that assessed two techniques for site preparation and management where native tree stems were planted in RCG dominated areas.

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