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Mobile app for Midwest tree identification available for iPhone and iPad
Published on January 8, 2014
Use this mobile application to help identify 50 common trees of the Midwest states. -
Variety of planting stock available for natural shoreline landscaping
Published on December 31, 2013
Depending on what type of project you are planning and how quickly you want it to fill in, select the planting stock that is right for your situation. -
Implementing shoreline landscaping requires pre-planning
Published on December 31, 2013
Careful thought and planning can allow you to design a sustainable shoreline landscape that provides aesthetic, environmental, ecological and economic benefits. -
Protect your Great Lake shoreline home from wildfires
Published on December 20, 2013
Managing dune grass, providing defensible space and maintaining access roads can reduce the risk of your lakeshore home being damaged or destroyed. -
Rebuilding an eroding bank on an inland lake
Published on December 4, 2013
Study compares two natural shoreline erosion control techniques suitable for moderate to high energy lakefront properties. -
Do not release invasive species: Part 1
Published on December 4, 2013
When managing water features, contractors and water gardeners can prevent the introduction of Aquatic Invasive Species into natural waterways by using proper disposal methods. -
Dealing with storm-damaged trees
Published on November 18, 2013
When in doubt, always consult with a professional arborist before working around damaged trees. -
Protecting irrigation equipment from winter damage
Published on November 15, 2013
Broken pipes from freeze damage and electrical equipment failure are results of poor winter preparation of irrigation equipment. Spending time now on your irrigation equipment can help avoid irrigation start up repairs and delays next spring. -
Finding accurate information on the Internet
Published on November 8, 2013
The Internet is a valuable source of information, however caution must be taken to assure the information is correct. -
Expand your business at the water’s edge: Become a Michigan Certified Natural Shoreline Professional
Published on November 3, 2013
Registration now open for natural shoreline certification training program located in Traverse City, Mich. In February 2014.