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The Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation was established in response to environmental concerns voiced throughout the Basin.

As the public’s independent voice, Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation (LPBF) is dedicated to restoring and preserving the water quality, coast, and habitats of the entire Pontchartrain Basin.  Through coordination of restoration activities, education, advocacy, monitoring of the regulatory process, applied scientific research, and citizen action, LPBF works in partnership with all segments of the community to reclaim the Basin for this and future generations.

The Lake Pontchartrain Basin is a 10,000 square mile watershed encompassing 16 Louisiana parishes.

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New Canal Lighthouse

The New Canal Lighthouse Museum and Education Center

Hours: Thur-Sat 10 am-4 pm
By Appointment: Mon-Wed

         
   

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May 1 - Wednesday
Registration begins for Ashley Kelly Swim Program to be held at Tulane Reily Center May 13-May 17. Call 836-2238.

May 16 - Thursday
Kickoff and Early Bird Party - 16th Annual Save Our Lake & Coast Fishing Rodeo

May 31 & June 1 - Friday & Saturday

16th Annual Save Our Lake & Coast Fishing Rodeo

June 1 & 2 - Saturday & Sunday

14th Annual Back to the Beach Festival

 

 

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Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundaiton is excited to be working with the Orleans Levee District and Restore the Earth Foundation on the Bayou St. John Marsh Creation Project. Please click here to donate to the project. Learn more...

The New Canal Lighthouse Museum has opened! Operating Hours: Thurs - Sat 10am - 4pm. Presentations by appointment Mon - Wed. Call 504-836-2238 for info.

Please come to our "early bird" registration kickoff party for the 16th annual Save Our Lake & Coast Fishing Rodeo. Party to be held May 16th, 5-8pm at the New Canal Lighthouse. Come register to fish, tour the lighthouse and hear Lake Pontchartrain charter captains talk about fishing in Lake Pontchartrain. Refreshments provided. Call 504-835-2205 for details. Rodeo dates: May 31, June 1.

The New Canal Lightouse is available for private events. Please call us to hear more (504)836-2216 or email Betsy@saveourlake.org for details.


Click Here for the Weekly Water Quality Report
 


Looking for a great outing? See our ENJOY OUR LAKE recreation map for hot locations for fishing, swimming, nature trails, canoeing, family picnics and more.

Hey kids, check out this website from our friends at CWPPRA to find some fun activities you can do.

 

The New Canal Lighthouse Weather Station

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