The Indian Bay Ecosystem Corporation is a non-profit community organization with the goal of protecting the Indian Bay watershed through research, community engagement, and sound stewardship. <\/p>\n
The Indian Bay Watershed covers an area of approximately 700 square kilometers and is comprised of 14 large ponds and a number of smaller ponds. A network of old logging roads offer access to several ponds, while others are accessible by the use of an ATV or pick-up truck in the summer and snowmobile in the winter. <\/p>\n
Historically, the Indian Bay area was known in fishing circles for its large native brook trout. In the 1970s and 80s easier access, increased fishing pressure, poor conservation ethic and lack of management led to declines in bothbrook trout populations and size, along withthe deterioration of the watershed.Growing concern for the watershed ledagroup of concerned citizens to take action.Since its formation in 1988 by the Gambo-Indian Bay Development Association, the Indian Bay EcosystemCorporation, hasmade many inroadsinrestoring the watershed back to its former pristine condition. <\/p>\n
IBECs accomplishments include a major clean-up ofall waterways within theIndian Bay Watershed, increased public awareness, habitat restoration, andmanagement changes to the brook trout fishery. In addition, IBEC has partnered with various academic institutions and government agencies to compile a comprehensive database of habitat, life history, and fisheries-related information through research efforts conducted in the watershed. <\/p>\n
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