To protect the birds, we need to document bird usage of the lakes. And this means the exact spot and date. Marking maps would be a good idea and we hope to make maps available to members in the near future. Right now we are lucky to have Laurel McCurdy, a Prescott College student, who is beginning this documentation for his spring project. This will be very useful information.
Fishing is a sport actually declining in numbers, while birding grows more and more popular.
However motor boaters are a vocal lot and we must make our presence felt. With adequate information we hope to close areas of the lakes and shore when the birds need it the most. Our ultimate goal will be the designation of bird sanctuary for these lakes and Watson Woods. Questions may be directed to Eve Gill, Conservation Chair, 717-0544.