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Lake Champlain Committee

Champlain Ferry ‘Adirondack’ Sinking Plan Stopped by Opposition

May 14, 2021 by Editorial Staff 1 Comment

Adirondack courtesy Lake Champlain CommitteeCiting opposition from environmental groups and the public, Lake Champlain Transportation Company and Vermont Division for Historic Preservation have announced the withdrawal of its application for a permit to sink the Adirondack, a retired ferry, in Lake Champlain. Instead of being abandoned underwater to create artificial interest for scuba divers, the vessel will be scrapped. [Read more…] about Champlain Ferry ‘Adirondack’ Sinking Plan Stopped by Opposition

Filed Under: Adirondacks & NNY, History, Nature Tagged With: Adirondack Park, Burlington, Diving, Lake Champlain, Lake Champlain Committee, Maritime History, Vermont

Zoom A Lake Champlain Scientist Programs

April 20, 2020 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

zoom a scientistThe Lake Champlain Committee in partnership with Lake Champlain Sea Grant have announced their expanded line up of “Zoom a Scientist” programs.

The public can tune in virtually through Zoom every Tuesday and Friday from noon to 1 pm to learn more about Lake Champlain. [Read more…] about Zoom A Lake Champlain Scientist Programs

Filed Under: Adirondacks & NNY, Nature Tagged With: Climate Change, Education, Lake Champlain, Lake Champlain Committee, Lake Champlain Sea Grant, nature, Science, water quality, Wildlife

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