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.
2026 Annual Meeting Recap
September 15
Highlights from this year’s Annual Meeting included a conservation update from President and CEO Chris Monz and a financial report presented by Treasurer Tom McCandlish. The meeting concluded with a
Keep Reading7 Lakes Alliance Leadership Update
September 14
7 Lakes Alliance Leadership Update 7 Lakes Alliance would like to thank President and CEO Dr. Christopher Monz as he leaves the organization. The widespread recognition of 7
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Don’t Be That Boater
August 28
Update from Sharon Mann, 7 Lakes Alliance Invasive Aquatics Diretcor August 28, 2026 Recently, I paddled down Great Meadow Stream to conduct a routine survey for the few remaining, scattered
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The Start of Something Good
August 25
We are pleased to share that on August 31, a small portion of Belgrade Stream will be treated with a low-risk herbicide to reduce invasive variable-leaf milfoil, lower the risk
Keep ReadingUpcoming Events
Attract Monarch Butterflies and other pollinators with our Milkweed Harvesting Workshop!...
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