Rensselaer County Soil & Water Conservation District's
POND & LAKE PROGRAM

The Rensselaer County Soil and Water Conservation District offers a free service to landowners who are interested in learning more about the health of their pond or lake.

 

SITE ASSESSMENTS

During the visit, our District’s very own Certified Lake Professional (CLP) by the North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) and internationally certified Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) by the Society of Wetland Scientists (SWS) will provide a description of the site and submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) identified. The site will also be assessed for aquatic invasive species (AIS).  This program helps landowners gain a better understanding for the condition of their waterbody and how they can make improvements.

 

WOOD DUCK BOXES

Do you have a waterbody that is suitable habitat for a Wood Duck Box?  If so, the District will install free Wood Duck Boxes for landowners to improve habitat. 

 

PREPPING YOUR POND FOR CARP STOCKING

The District can provide services with installing Triploid Carp barriers at your ponds outlet, to help ensure your pond meets this criteria for stocking triploid carp.  We can also help the landowner obtain a  carp permit, and get these carp to your pond.

 

For more information, resources, or to request an evaluation, contact Megan Myers at our office by e-mail at Megan.Myers.RenscoSWCD@gmail.com.

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