Donations to protect watershed health keep GMPE founder’s legacy alive
Muskoka Watershed Council (MWC) received a generous donation…
Submission to the Muskoka Watershed Advisory Group
18 February 2020 To: Ms. Mardi Witzel, Chair Members of the Muskoka Watershed Advisory Group Submitted by email to [email protected] Dear Ms. Witzel and members …
Total Phosphorus? Totally Cool!
The 2018 Muskoka Watershed Report Card produced by the Muskoka Watershed Council features 8 different indicators of watershed health. Total Phosphorus is one of these indicators, categorized as a…
Calcium concentrations in our lakes: What do they mean?
The 2018 Muskoka Watershed Report Card features eight different indicators of watershed health. Calcium concentration is one of these indicators, categorized as a health indicator rather than a threat indicator.…
Lakes Part 4: Gloeotrichia
By Dylan Moesker Over the last few weeks in this four part article series, we have been discussing a number of topics that all revolve around lakes. We have…
Lakes Part 3: Why Are Some Lakes Tea-stained?
By Dylan Moesker As we continue to learn more about the types of lakes found in Muskoka, tea-stained lakes still remain a misunderstood topic. These lakes are misunderstood since…
Lakes Part 2: Where Does Phosphorus Come From Within My Lake?
By Dylan Moesker In last week’s article we discussed the trophic status of lakes in Muskoka, different sources of external phosphorus input into a lake, and how phosphorus has…
Lakes Part 1: What Kind of Lake do You Have?
By Dylan Moesker In Muskoka, we are surrounded by pristine lakes that offer a huge variety of recreational opportunities. Some lakes are deep and clear while others are shallow and…
An Extra Bit of Colour in Your Lake?
If you are noticing more algae on your lake this summer, you are not alone. Throughout Muskoka, there seems to be an increase in the number of algae blooms…
Liken the Lichens
By Valerie Fieldwebster Fifteen thousand years ago after the Wisconsin Glacier receded, this area was left with bald rock. The melt waters from this enormous glacier inundated the area.…
Publications
Living in Cottage Country Handbook Planning for Climate Change in Muskoka Position Papers Best Practices Brochures & Handouts Muskoka Watershed Council Brochure MWC at 20 Infographic Algae Quick Guide It's…
Purpose & Values
Muskoka Watershed Council is committed to the enhancement of the health and sustainability of the entire Muskoka River Watershed, from its headwaters in Algonquin Park to its outlets to Georgian…