The Vermont Lake Wise Program is an Agency of Natural Resources initiative that awards lake-friendly shoreland property, including that of state parks, town beaches, private homes and businesses.
More info at: https://dec.vermont.gov/watershed/lakes-ponds/lakeshores-lake-wise
Resources from this Program
Lake Wise Property Evaluation
PUBLISHED: 2019
OWNER: VT DEC, Lakes and Ponds
CONTACT: Amy Picotte, amy.picotte@vermont,gov
INFORMATIONAL CONTENT: Minimizing stormwater flow and increasing flood retention (i.e. raingardens, barrels, check dams, bioretention, etc.)
As assessment that targets lakeshore landowners to identify water quality and natural resource opportunities. This assessment can be accompanied by a free training of ANR Lake Wise representatives and supplemental materials. Those that effectively implement BMPs are awarded a Lake Wise Certificate and sign to post on their shoreline