We conserve the lands and waters of the Belgrade Lakes region for all
7 Lakes supports land and water conservation in the Belgrade Lakes region by engaging with the community to achieve clean water, well stewarded lands, and a vibrant economy.
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Our lakes are at stake
Our challenge is both an immediate challenge to our watershed and a need to balance conservation, protection and the needs of all who live and work in the region. To meet this challenge, in late December 2017, the Belgrade Regional Conservation Alliance and the Maine Lakes Resource Center combined forces to create 7 Lakes Alliance. Together with our scientific research partner Colby College, 7 Lakes Alliance is committed to a mission of conserving the lands and waters of the Belgrade Lakes region for all.
Our StoryHow do we protect our water and land?
We lead the charge year-round against the threat of green lakes, as well as invasive aquatic plants in our waters. In addition to our extensive water quality initiatives, land conservation is a critical component of our work to help ensure the health of our waters.
The Importance of Clean, Drain, Dry
July 22
Maine’s lakes and rivers are public waters, providing everyone with the opportunity to enjoy boating, fishing, swimming, and paddling. With that privilege comes a shared responsibility to protect these waters
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What Kind of Algae Is That?
July 10
Algae Update July 2026 So far, the lakes have remained nice and clear during the latest heatwave, but we are starting to see a measurable increase in algae growth. Not
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Remembering Kathi Wall
June 26
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Kathi Wall, founding Executive Director of the Maine Lakes Resource Center, the organization whose merger with the Belgrade Regional
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Scaling Summer Conservation Efforts
June 26
Meet the summer crew protecting our watershed Planning a paddle, hike, or swim in Belgrade Lakes? The summer you love starts with healthy lakes and lands, and they do not
Keep ReadingUpcoming Events
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ThuThrough this engaging presentation and interactive demonstration, Chewonki's Traveling Natural History program will introduce participants to the...
Paddle up the shoreline of Long Pond to see unique aquatic and wetland plants of Lost Pond....
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SunThe Belgrade Lakes Market occurs every Sunday from 8:00am–1:00pm, Father’s Day – Labor Day. This widely visited...
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