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Sustaining the Efforts of VLMP Volunteers for the Future
By Jackey Bailey
VLMP Development Coordinator
Reflecting on the 2008 season, we must say we are very proud of the incredible effort and work accomplished by our volunteers! Over 3,500 Secchi disk readings, and more than 15,600 individual water temperature and dissolved oxygen readings were taken! More than 168 invasive aquatic plant screening surveys were done. Over 300 individuals were trained by the VLMP in 2008. What a great year! With 25 training workshops planned this summer and over 750 active volunteers we anticipate even more data on more lakes in 2009.
An important way to ensure that it will be is through a successful Spring Appeal. Our programs are ever increasingly sustained through funding from individuals, foundations and businesses. They are the community of volunteers and friends of the VLMP that believe in our mission and the work we have accomplished. We are especially excited that for this year’s Spring Appeal one of our veteran volunteer lake monitors and the VLMP Board of Directors have teamed up to offer a $7,000 challenge grant. This means that every gift will be matched dollar for dollar up to $7,000. By now you have probably received your letter in the mail. We hope that you will help double the benefit to Maine’s lakes with your donation! For more information, or to make a donation contact me at 207-783-7733 or jackey@mainevlmp.org
Thank you!
Jackey Bailey
VLMP Development Coordinator
Maine Volunteer Lake Monitoring Program
vlmp@mainevlmp.org
24 Maple Hill Road, Auburn, ME 04210
(207) 783-7733
www.MaineVolunteerLakeMonitors.org
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