Our Scientific Approach
A rigorous and professional method
The APLP approach
Research and networking
In-depth research of best practices and collaboration with other lake protection associations.
Professional intervention
Coordination with qualified experts for safe and effective interventions
Community surveillance
Citizen monitoring based on training and the exchange of expertise between associations
Education and prevention
Sharing acquired knowledge to prevent the spread and raise community awareness
Scientific assessment
LPPA develops its knowledge through rigorous research and collaboration with experienced lake associations. We rely on scientific publications, government reports, and expertise shared by partner associations to identify and assess threats.
Our community-based approach emphasizes systematic observation and methodical documentation. Trained members conduct regular water quality surveys and visual inventories following protocols established by environmental authorities.
This collaborative approach allows us to develop a deep understanding of challenges specific to our lake while benefiting from the collective experience of the association network. We prioritize actions based on identified urgency and our intervention capabilities.
Targeted intervention
Our interventions rely on documented best practices and recommendations from government and association experts. For each invasive species, we research and select the most appropriate control techniques by consulting official guides and other associations' experience.
Manual mechanical control, including selective removal and use of specialized tools, is favored for its precision and selectivity. We also study biological approaches validated by environmental authorities for their potential local application.
ach intervention is planned by consulting specialized resources on target species' biological cycles and optimal environmental conditions. This documented approach maximizes treatment effectiveness while respecting the lake's ecological integrity.
Continuous monitoring
Post-intervention surveillance constitutes an essential element of our methodical approach. We establish monitoring protocols based on official recommendations to measure the effectiveness of our actions and rapidly detect any resurgence or emerging new threats.
Strategic observation points are established around the lake to collect regular data. Our trained members use recommended measurement equipment to monitor water quality parameters and document changes in biological composition.
Collected data feeds our monitoring records that enable identification of seasonal trends and adjustment of our intervention strategies. This adaptive approach ensures our protection efforts evolve with our growing understanding of environmental challenges.
Community education
Community education represents the heart of our association's mission. We develop educational programs adapted to different audiences by drawing inspiration from government resources and experience shared by other lake associations: permanent residents, seasonal visitors, boaters, and anglers.
Our initiatives include practical workshops for invasive species identification, information sessions on good boating practices, and awareness campaigns about ecological impacts. These activities strengthen community bonds while creating a collective protection consciousness.
Sharing knowledge acquired through our research and association network allows each citizen to become an informed guardian of the ecosystem. This collaborative grassroots approach multiplies our surveillance and prevention capacity, creating an extensive and supportive protection network.