The goal of the SWEPS Blue Green Algae (BGA) project is to identify the sources of the pollutants that contribute to the growth of cyanobacteria blooms. The object of our testing program is to identify high risk areas in the watershed and hopefully be able to predict when the blooms are imminent.
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The big news this summer is that we were successful in securing funding for a design study on 7 of our top 15 trails. Designing will be done in the Summer and Fall of 2013. The following trails were eligible for funding and represent approximately 13 linear kilometers: Trail #1 – Old Coach TrailTrail #4
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Throughout July and August of 2014 the SWEPS stream restoration was focused on the restoration of Black Brook that runs adjacent to Lockview High School and connects A Lake to Fletcher’s Lake in Fall River. The purpose of this project was rehabilitate areas of the stream where it has been widened and straightened due to logging,
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The Shubenacadie River is an important part of life to the residents within its watershed, including Wellington, Waverley and Enfield. Not only does it provide a home for fish and wildlife, a haven for recreational pursuits, it is also a source of drinking water to some residents. Knowing the number of people pulling water from the
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