Unite with us in Creating a Healthy Lake for the benefit of the people, wildlife, & the environment

Dec. 8, 2010 - PRLog -- PROJECT INFORMATION:
Reseda Lake was once a place that was stocked by the CA Department of Fish and Game; channel catfish during the spring and summer, and rainbow trout during the winter.  However, due to the poor water quality, these activities have been suspended for quite some time.  The water is so dirty that it often results in fish kills, as well as many other environmental concerns.

With the help of a state funded grant, specifically with funds for urban lakes and environmental enhancement projects, the city of Los Angeles has committed to improving water quality and habitat at the lake.

Floating Islands West, a west coast manufacturer and distribution center for BioHaven Floating Islands®, has constructed over 5,000 square feet of Floating Treatment Wetlands for Reseda Lake.  BioHaven Floating Islands are created from Recycled material and are designed to mimic mother nature’s own floating wetlands in an expanded form.  Over 100 island modules will be used to create 7 large islands.  By creating a “concentrated wetland effect,” the 5,000 square feet will be equivalent to the benefits of over 30 acres of constructed wetlands!

This effort will include volunteers from Reseda High School along with local residents.   All participants, as well as attendees, will have the opportunity to see first hand the importance of conservation and sustainability with the use of a BioHaven Floating Island®.  We hope to be able to create a healthy lake for the public’s use and enjoyment for many years to come.

The islands will be planted with a selection of plant species that will accomplish a few main goals.  These plants are aimed at enhancing the island's ability for nutrient uptake, providing both nesting and feeding habitat for song birds and other wildlife, and the selected species are intended to bloom from spring through fall.  They should create a great visual for park visitors to enjoy year round!

AGENDA:
WHAT: BioHaven Floating Island Plant & Launch Event
DATE: December 17th 2010 & December 18th 2010
TIME: 10AM – 2PM
LOCATION: Reseda Park Lake  18411 Victory Blvd, Reseda, CA 91335
*NOTE: Friday (December 17th) & Saturday (December 18th), we will be having informational presentations to those with an interest in learning how we can make an impact on the environment.

Island Crew and Volunteers will gather onsite at the Reseda Park Lake at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, December 17th, and again at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 18th.  Students from the Reseda High School's Environmental Studies class will be onsite volunteering from 10AM- 2PM on Friday.  The general public and press are also welcome to join.  For more information on the company or BioHaven Floating Islands® please visit www.floatingislandswest.com.

We look forward to working together on this educational and inspirational journey.

Thank You,
Your Friends at Floating Islands West

www.floatingislandswest.com

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Floating Islands West: Sales, manufacturing & distribution center for BioHaven Floating Islands. Created from recycled material, this product is designed to imitate mother natures floating wetlands while cleaning water & providing valuable habitat.