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SUMMARY:Symposium on Cyanobacteria/blue-green algae
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on Wednesday\, July 24th\, at the Gateway Center\, 84 Fyfe Dr. Newport\, Vermont\, for a symposium on Cyanobacteria/blue-green algae.  We will be joined by a group of experts to discuss the “good\, the bad\, and the ugly” of cyanobacteria and what it means to each of us.  \nCyanobacteria\, also known as “blue green algae\,” is a major public concern\, especially with increasing warmer temperatures and nutrient loading into Vermont lakes and ponds. Being informed about cyanobacteria blooms and the potential environmental and health impacts is critical as we venture into our lakes and ponds this summer. \nJoin us at the Cyanobacteria Symposium to learn more about both the historical and current issues that cause the cyanobacteria blooms. This symposium is an opportunity to learn from a diverse group of experts in the field of cyanobacteria. Topics will include what cyanobacteria is\, how have our historical and current land use trends led to the current issues with cyanobacteria\, and what are the drivers of nutrient loading that has led to more frequent algae blooms? Impacts of climatic change and extreme weather events\, as well as health effects will be discussed. We will wrap up with a look at methods for stormwater management and mitigation of nutrient loading. \nDr. Peter Isles and Ben Copans of Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation will be joining with Dr. Andrew Schroth and Dr. Mindy Morales-Williams of UVM Rubenstein School of Environmental and Natural Resources to discuss the evolution of cyanobacteria\, nutrient loading\, climatic change\, and methods for managing the causes of cyanobacteria blooms. Dr. Kathy Cottingham from Dartmouth College will address the historical and land use trends correlation. Bridget O’Brien of the Vermont Department of Health will provide insight into the toxicity impacts to humans and animals. Memphremagog Watershed Association board member and Sterling College professor\, Farley Brown\, will moderate the discussion. \nThe Cyanobacteria Symposium is hosted by the Memphremagog Watershed Association\, and will take place at the Gateway Center\, 84 Fyfe Drive\, Newport Vermont.  Doors will open at 5:00 Presentation will begin at 6:30.  Come early and enjoy  complimentary refreshments.   Virtual attendance will also be available.  A link below. \nFor more information\, contact  Mary Pat Goulding at marypat@mwavt.org or 802-334-2444
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