Anyone interested in learning more about the health of Damariscotta Lake and what Midcoast Conservancy is doing to protect it is invited to join Damariscotta Lake Watershed Manager Patricia Nease and other Midcoast Conservancy staff for the first ever “State of Damariscotta Lake” event from 4 to 6 p.m. on Aug. 17 at Wavus Camp in Jefferson.

Topics to be addressed include cyanobacteria, invasive aquatic species, how the lake is changing, LakeSmart certification, how anyone can get involved through Midcoast Conservancy’s lake volunteer programs, and how everyone can do their part to protect the lake!

The gathering will begin with a happy hour; light refreshments will be provided. A 30-minute presentation will be followed by a question-and-answer period, and conclude with additional mingling.

The event is free and open to the public; registration is requested by going to https://www.midcoastconservancy.org/events-list/state-of-the-lake.