https://open.alberta.ca/feeds/custom.atom?tags=waterOpen Government - Custom query2024-03-29T07:29:43.856322+00:00Alberta Open Governmentpython-feedgenRecently created or updated datasets on Open Government. Custom query: '"Lake ecology--Alberta. "'https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/68500095-49da-4ad2-a1eb-ab7cbb4e0871Respect our lakes : understanding lake science2022-01-27T15:55:44.258492+00:00The scientific study of lakes helps us assess lake conditions and monitor changes over time. This is especially important as we are seeing increased pressure on lakes due to shoreline development, agricultural practices, vegetation removal, intensive land-use and increased recreational use. Climatic variability also affects water quality and quantity. Through ongoing lake monitoring, we can track the state of our lakes and inform lake management planning for the long-term benefit of lakes.2016-05-16T20:18:20.841840+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/ce53be95-7bef-495e-aebb-1000c3988efbRespect our lakes : understanding lake legislation2022-01-27T15:56:16.888344+00:00Legislation is in place to manage and conserve our natural resources. By following this legislation, we not only ensure that we can enjoy our lakes today, but also into the future. It is everyone’s responsibility to be aware of regulations. For example, before starting any project that may alter the shoreline areas of a water body, you must have written authorization from all applicable regulators and a copy must be present at the work site.2016-05-16T20:16:28.517049+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/3d538661-0013-4f59-847d-9e9aaaf1ee69Respect our lakes : keeping Alberta's lakes healthy2022-01-27T15:57:05.381850+00:00Lakes are one of the most treasured aspects of the Alberta landscape. They have become an integral part of many lives, whether you are a long-time lake resident or someone who visits lakes occasionally for boating, fishing or wildlife watching. Unfortunately, many lakes and watersheds in Alberta have seen extensive land clearing and development, resulting in large amounts of nutrients entering lakes and settling in lake sediments. Years of reduced rainfall coupled with excess nutrients has resulted in lakes that have many water quality issues, such as extensive blue-green algal (cyanobacterial) blooms.2016-05-16T20:13:17.629238+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/0757f744-8300-4626-8762-1be76327efe6Respect our lakes : aquatic vegetation and lake health2022-01-27T15:57:47.893596+00:00Aquatic plants along lake shorelines are important for maintaining healthy lake ecosystems. They provide habitat for fish spawning, nesting habitat for waterfowl and shorebirds, rearing sites for young fish and wildlife, and they protect shorelines from wave and wind erosion. Aquatic vegetation also performs many important biological functions that maintain lake water quality, such as filtering runoff water that enters the lake.2016-05-16T20:09:01.081800+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/1c3b0de1-8095-4027-86f0-bf922dcf7471Respect our lakes : cyanobacterial (blue-green algae) blooms2022-01-27T15:58:06.344654+00:00Cyanobacteria, often known as blue-green algae, are well adapted to growth in alkaline, nutrient-rich water bodies. During calm conditions, they can congregate near the water’s surface. These “blooms” are unsightly and produce objectionable odors, and can also induce skin irritation, itchiness and severe rashes upon contact. This pamphlet provides more information on the risks posed by cyanobacteria and steps to take to protect against possible harmful effects.2016-05-16T20:10:58.265654+00:00