Lake Champlain Lamprey Treatments Expand This Fall

Monday, September 14, 2026 at 4:22 AM

Sea lamprey control treatments will be expanded along the New York side of Lake Champlain this fall. Work begins September 21 on the Saranac River, followed by several rivers and deltas through October 20. Swimming and fishing will be prohibited for two to eight days after each treatment. Water also cannot be used for drinking, […]

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