Finger Lakes Regional Watershed Alliance

05/02/2022

May is Watershed Webinar Month.
JOIN IN!! - Register today!
https://mailchi.mp/c312baf719dd/love-your-lake-13456168

05/02/2022

Here on Otisco Lake, on May 18th, local Pat Koloski of Hillside Gardens will lead a discussion about simple practices that residents can adopt to help minimize runoff to the lake. He will also present hands on techniques for native landscaping as well.

Attendees will not go home empty handed-each will choose a new Red Oak or American Sweetgum tree to go home with!!
Register:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScy3IdKawnKJhgcHEkBjcjvbRLEd56dysj4IXM_OUvRMScjFQ/viewform

04/15/2022

Learn more about the Lake Friendly Living Upcoming events!

Join the 2022 Lake Friendly Living movement! For the entire month of May, engage in LFL educational series spanning the Finger Lakes! Both in-person and virtual events will engage watershed residents in free events that teach how to create more climate resilient communities, and how each and every

03/20/2022

03/20/2022

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES 2022

Do you love the Finger Lakes? Get paid to help protect them

Watercraft Steward:
Watercraft Stewards, Lead Stewards, and Program Coordinators

This program is responsible for public outreach and education on preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS). Under the supervision of Finger Lakes Institute (FLI) at Hobart and William Smith Colleges staff, Watercraft Stewards will offer inspections of watercraft for AIS and will educate boaters on AIS and prevention protocols. Inspections include AIS removal and identification, and data collection. Training will be provided. Program Coordinators will be responsible for supervising the Finger Lakes Institute's Watercraft Stewards and assist the program manager in various aspects of running the program.

This is a great program for anyone looking to spend time outdoors this summer, and for those looking to build on a career in environmental studies or science, conservation, interpretation, ecology, or biology. Build valuable skills in communication, education, plant identification, and more by joining our watercraft steward team!

Positions: 20+ at $15.00 - $17.50/hour

Locations: Public boat launches on Hemlock, Canadice, Honeoye, Canandaigua, Keuka, Seneca, Cayuga, Owasco and Otisco Lakes and surrounding areas, Whitney Point Reservoir, Sodus Bay and parts of the Erie Canal and Lake Ontario in Rochester, NY.

To apply, and for more information, follow this link:

https://www.hws.edu/offices/hr/employment/summer.aspx

Aquatic Invasive Species Field Crews:

With assistance from Finger Lakes Institute (FLI) and Finger Lakes Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (FL PRISM), will assist in field work, outreach, and education related to various aquatic invasive species (AIS) programs. Crews will work with managers to survey, monitor, and manage high-priority AIS. Crews will collect plant survey data on waterbodies throughout the Finger Lakes region. Training is included.

These are great positions for anyone looking to spend time outdoors this summer, and for those looking to begin a career in the fields of environmental studies or science, conservation, ecology, or biology. Build valuable skills in plant identification, data collection, field work, teamwork and more by joining one of our field teams!

Positions: 4 at $15 - $15.50/hour

Locations: Geneva, NY, with travel throughout the Finger Lakes Region

To apply, and for more information, follow this link:

https://www.hws.edu/offices/hr/employment/summer.aspx

03/02/2022

Don't miss this opportunity to learn more about the factors that negatively affect the water quality of our lakes!

04/27/2021

Lake Friendly Living Week starts on May 2nd and runs through May 8th, 2021. Sign up at:
https://www.flrwa.org/lake-friendly-living

12/14/2020

Thanks to everyone who checked out our posts over the past week as we share me testimonials and resources available through our Lake Friendly Living and Lakeside Living in a Changing Climate initiatives. We are grateful for you and your support! There is still time to contribute to our campaign here: https://www.cayugalake.org/volunteer/giving-tuesday-2020/ Wishing you and yours a safe and healthy holiday season! Thank you!

12/14/2020

A unique gift option this season for someone who loves the lake! Make a qualifying donation in your loved one's name and they'll receive a one year Pure Waters Membership!

www.senecalake.org/donate

12/14/2020

Donating through AmazonSmile - https://mailchi.mp/d1283c1995d1/donating-through-amazonsmile

12/14/2020

Despite COVID-19-related delays, Kathleen Draper is hoping to move into her unique, environmentally friendly home by year's end.