Along the Shoreline and in the Water NEW

Along the Shoreline and in the Water

If your property is along the water, or whether you spend your time fishing, boating, swimming, or just relaxing, there are many ways you can help keep our beautiful lakes clean and healthy!

Aquatic Plants and Algae of New Hampshire’s Lakes and Ponds: A reference field guide for common New Hampshire aquatic plants and algae to aid in the identification and understanding of the most frequently seen species

Aquatic Invasive Species Fact Sheet: List of prohibited exotic aquatic plants and background information on laws and prevention measures from the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services

Aquatic Invasive Species (Preventing the Spread): Tools and tips to prevent, monitor, and manage the spread of aquatic invasive species

Aquatic Invasive Species (Spread Prevention Technologies): NH LAKES’ guidebook on aquatic invasive species prevention technologies for boat access sites

Beaches: New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services guidance for non-tidal beaches that addresses permitting, design, sand replenishment and maintenance

Boating (Steps to be Lake-Friendly): Tips on how to operate and maintain your boat while keeping the lake clean and healthy

Boating (Sewage Pump out): New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services information for a safe boat pump out

Docks (Materials and Maintenance): Lake Sunapee Protective Association guide to lake-friendly dock options

Docks (Permitting): New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services guidance for permitting all docking structures – seasonal and permanent

Docks (Winter De-Icers): Lake Sunapee Protective Association’s guide for safe and effective dock de-icers

Fireworks (Water Quality): Information regarding research and the potential for pollution of fireworks on and near the lake

Fishing (Lead): Learn about why and how to safely dispose of old lead sinkers and jigs

Landscaping (at the Water’s Edge): A manual for New Hampshire land owners and landscapers produced by the UNH Cooperative Extension on how to landscape your property for clean water

Landscaping (Live Staking): Information from the Maine Department of Environmental Protection on using native shrub cuttings to stabilize banks along waterways

Landscaping (Native Shoreland Plants): Comprehensive list of native plantings for a healthy vegetated buffer along the shoreline to stabilized the bank, absorb wave energy, slow down runoff water, and provide wildlife habitat

Landscaping (Vegetated Buffer): Vegetated area along a waterbody that stabilizes soil, helps slow down and clean up runoff water, provides wildlife habitat and shade, and provides privacy for property owners (from Soak Up the Rain New Hampshire)

Tree Cutting and Vegetation Management (Along the shoreline): To protect water quality and wildlife habitat, the removal of ground cover, shrubs, and trees within 150 feet of the lake is regulated in New Hampshire

Wildlife (Loons): The Loon Preservation Committee provides information on loon topics like behavior, identification, and how you can help protect them

Wildlife (Don’t Feed the Ducks): NH LAKES’ article covering the dangers of feeding wildlife on the lake

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