Power disruptions at Lac Sam are a recurring event, and some seasons too recurring. When the outages stretch over days, not hours, we naturally get concerned about the food in our refrigerators. Living without electric lighting, without modern conveniences such
We know more today than at any other time in history about the impact humanity has had and continues to have on the environment. This knowledge must motivate us to take action to do what we can to minimize our
Don’t be fooled by marketing terms such as eco, green, pure and natural.
Really, it does not get much more basic than septic systems! In the city, connected to municipal sewer systems, it is easy to not think nearly as much about what happens to all the water that goes down the drain (although, we should!). However, at
Artificial light can threaten wildlife and our lake’s ecosystem.
The cottages of Lac Sam are vulnerable to fire. We are remote, our treed paradise provides fuel for fires, and much of our soil is peat, a perfect fire starter. Those who have been here long enough remember the terrifying
Motor boats impact water quality of our lake. Unburned fuel, and cleaning and protecting chemicals discharge or leach into the lake and can severely affect the delicate ecosystem. Here are 12 ways in which we can reduce the damaging effect of our boat motor:
A healthy shoreline helps keep a healthy lake. What makes a healthy shoreline? What can you do and with what regulations must we comply to keep Lac Sam’s shores and water healthy? Here are some tips on shoreline do’s and don’ts:
Most of us know not to dump garbage or toxic waste into the lake. Yet, there some things that are harmful to the lake that may not be so intuitive. Be it ashes or brush you’ve cleared after a windy
One of the largest sources of water pollution is caused by fertilizers and pesticides. Here are some safer tips to deal with pests and weeds without killing our lake!