News from the MSU Extension Center for Lakes and Streams
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Michigan Clean Boats, Clean Waters Program awards $31,000 to stop the spread of aquatic invasive species
Published on May 8, 2023
Thirteen projects receive grant funding to educate boaters and anglers on the importance of cleaning, draining, and drying their equipment to protect lakes and rivers. -
Spring lawn care tips for shoreline homeowners
Published on April 21, 2023
Healthy lawns can help slow and filter surface runoff; it is also important to understand turf maintenance can affect water quality, especially fertilizer and pesticide applications. -
Emerging from the deep
Published on April 21, 2023
Lakes are nurseries for a fascinating variety of insects; did you know that many insects – including dragonflies, mayflies, and mosquitoes – spend the first stages of their lives underwater? -
New watershed maps reflect Michigan’s updated legislative boundaries
Published on March 24, 2023
Residents and elected officials can use this information to inform their actions regarding local water quality. -
Seasonal magic under the water
Published on February 21, 2023
Compared to the abundant wildlife we see during the warm summer months, it’s easy to assume that life becomes “frozen” once the temperature drops; however, lake ecosystems are very much still active during the winter. -
What's that bug: Identifying the praying mantids of Michigan
Published on November 17, 2022
Learn more about the two species of praying mantis found in Michigan and when you can easily spot them. -
Mudpuppies! No, we are not talking about dogs
Published on November 16, 2022
While not as cuddly or playful as a fuzzy puppy, mudpuppies play an important role in our ecosystem and should be handled with care. -
Freshwater mussels of Michigan
Published on September 9, 2022
Native clams live long and fascinating lives in our lakes and rivers. -
What’s the ‘sitch’ on swimmer’s itch?
Published on August 1, 2022
Swimmer’s itch is an allergic reaction to a parasitic infection – while it sounds frightening, it’s not nearly as serious as it sounds. -
Build your own seeded coir logs for use in shoreline restoration? Part 1
Published on June 21, 2022
This novel approach to restoring shorelines with native plant seeds secured in homemade coir logs is being tested on the Keweenaw Peninsula. -
A look below the ice at fish behavior
Published on February 1, 2022
Learn more about lake ecology with Michigan State University Extension’s Introduction to Lakes Online course. -
Take cues from nature to bring wildlife to your lake’s shoreline
Published on July 1, 2021
Create habitat along shorelines to support healthy lake ecosystems.