Variable Leaf Milfoil (VLM), the same invasive aquatic plant species that is in Androscoggin Lake, was discovered in Big Lake in the Downeast Region of Maine in 2019. Check out the “Battle for Big Lake” documentary produced by Steve Underwood, Lake Stewards of Maine volunteer and videographer, to better understand the detrimental impacts of an invasive aquatic species, along with the hard work that is being done to help combat the infestation.
This article was included in 30 Mile’s September 2023 newsletter. To view the full newsletter, click here.