TAKE THE PLEDGE:
PROTECT THE BANTAM WATERSHED
Bantam Lake is listed on CT DEEP’s List of Impaired Waters for Connecticut for Recreational Use. Human-related disturbances such as erosion, overapplied fertilizers, polluted stormwater runoff, and improperly disposed pet waste are significant causes of this impairment.
However, by adopting lake-safe practices and spreading the word, YOU can make a big difference in reducing cyanobacteria blooms right from your backyard.
Together we can protect our lakes and rivers for generations to come.
Who should take the pledge?
You should take the pledge if you:
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Live within the Bantam Lake Watershed (including Morris, Litchfield, Goshen and Torrington)
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Own a business within the Bantam Lake Watershed (especially farms, golf courses, landscapers, contractors & home service providers)
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Are a recreational visitor to the lake & rivers, (e.g. for fishing, kayaking, beachgoing, swimming, boating, & more).
You can take the pledge by committing to achieve as many of the items below as applicable for your home or business. Expand each item to learn more about how and why to accomplish these tasks.