Conservation Lac Brome
For another summer season, Conservation Lac Brome’s Blue Patrol is back in action across the Brome Lake territory! Whether out on the lake, at the washing station, or present at local boat launches, this dedicated team is here to raise awareness about eco-friendly practices that protect the lake and its environment.
To test your knowledge, the team invites you to try this fun quiz about Brome Lake, its ecosystem, and the responsible actions we can all take to help preserve it.
1. What is the average depth of Brome Lake?
a) 3 metres
b) 6.3 metres
c) 12.8 metres
d) 21.7 metres
2. TRUE OR FALSE?
You can fish and cook the Rusty Crayfish, an invasive species found in Brome Lake.
3. Which of the following practices helps improve runoff water quality?
a) Creating a rain garden
b) Paving your driveway
c) Using chemical fertilizers and pesticides
d) Mowing your ditch
4. TRUE OR FALSE?
The largest sub-watershed in the Brome Lake watershed is Coldbrook Creek.
5. Which municipality is NOT part of the Brome Lake watershed?
a) Stukely-Sud
b) Bolton-Ouest
c) St-Étienne-de-Bolton
d) None of the above
Answers:
1. b) 6.3 metres – While the lake reaches 12.8 metres at its deepest point, the average depth is 6.3 metres.
2. True – For personal use only. Learn more about the Rusty Crayfish trap lending program on Conservation Lac Brome’s website.
3. a) Creating a rain garden – Not only beautiful, rain gardens help rainwater infiltrate the soil, require low maintenance with native plants, and provide habitat for small wildlife.
4. False – The largest sub-watershed is Quilliams Creek, covering 71.7 km².
5. d) None of the above – All these municipalities are indeed part of the Brome Lake watershed.
For more info or to get involved with the Blue Patrol, visit:
www.conservationlacbrome.org
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