Have you captured the beauty of the Indian River Lakes this summer? 🌿☀️🐦 Don’t forget to send your photos to info@indianriverlakes.org by September 15th to enter our Summer Photo Challenge. Public voting will open soon after—your shot could be the community favorite! #naturephotography #getoutside #IndianRiverLakesConservancy #landtrust #keepthewonderalive (fb)

🚫🌱 Beware the invasive water chestnut (Trapa natans). This fast-spreading aquatic plant forms thick mats that block sunlight, harm native species, and make swimming and boating difficult. Its sharp seed pods can even injure bare feet! 👉 Help protect our lakes: clean boats and gear, and report sightings. Learn more at: https://indianriverlakes.org/the-threat-of-water-chestnuts-why-vigilance-matters-for-our-lakes/ or https://dec.ny.gov/nature/animals-fish-plants/water-chestnut 📸 Photo by Leslie J. Mehrhoff, University of Connecticut, Bugwood.org (fb)