LGTLO Pre-Campaign Poll As part of our exciting new “Let’s Get The Lead Out (LGTLO)” initiative to protect our iconic loons and keep toxic lead fishing tackle out of Drag and Spruce Lakes, we’re launching a short poll to gauge current awareness and attitudes among our community. Your honest responses will help us: • Establish a baseline understanding of what members already know about lead risks to wildlife (especially loons). • Track progress and demonstrate the real impact of our 2026 education, swap events, drop-offs, and awareness efforts. • Strengthen our application/reporting for potential Local Initiatives funding or similar grants, showing measurable community engagement and change. The poll takes just 2-3 minutes. We’ll share key results with everyone later this year. Thank you for taking a moment to help safeguard our pristine lakes and the wildlife that calls them home. Your voice matters!Name(Required) First Last Do you fish on Drag/Spruce Lakes?(Required) Yes No Are you a Resident/Cottager/Visitor?(Required) Resident Cottager Visitor Are you aware that lead fishing tackle (sinkers, jigs, weights) can poison and kills loons and other wildlife?(Required) Yes, very aware Somewhat aware Not really aware No, not at all Do you know that lead poisoning is one of the leading preventable causes of death in adult Common Loons in Ontario?(Required) Yes No Not sure Have you heard that even one small lead sinker or jig can be fatal to a loon if ingested?(Required) Yes No Are you familiar with lead-free fishing tackle alternatives (e.g., tungsten, bismuth, steel)?(Required) Yes, and I've used them Yes, but haven't tried them yet No, not familiar Do you currently use lead-containing fishing tackle (sinkers, jigs, etc.)?(Required) Yes, regularly Yes, sometimes No, I use lead-free I don't fish Have you ever checked your tackle box to see if it contains lead weights or jigs?(Required) Yes No On a scale of 1-5, how concerned are you about lead from fishing tackle harming wildlife in Drag and Spruce Lakes?(Required) 5 = Very concerned 4 3 = Moderately concerned 2 1 = Not concerned at all Comments