Sharon Mann helping release salmon fry. Drink up!
The Atlantic Salmon fry we hatched at the 7 Lakes building were released on Monday in the Sandy River, with the help of Lawrence High School students.
Central Maine media team covered the release – read the full article below.
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2025 Invasive Aquatics Program Summary
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