As described on the show website:

 "The theme of the NALMS 2009 International Symposium in Hartford, October 24-31, 2009, is "Ensuring Our Lakes' Future.” The Symposium will include a sub-program on Friday and possibly Saturday, geared toward lake and watershed stewards, covering topics such as creating a lake or watershed program, D&O insurance, invasive aquatic plant management, local regulatory measures to protect lakes, and alternative on-site sewage technology."