Resources

Slow the spread and know the facts: Chronic wasting disease

Published on September 11, 2024
Know the facts about chronic wasting disease to help slow the spread in Michigan.
New analysis shows no evidence of decline in steelhead natural reproduction

Published on September 6, 2024
Several streams that feed into Lake Michigan support natural reproduction of introduced steelhead, and the best available evidence shows no indication of decline in reproduction or recruitment over the past twenty years.
Conservation Stewards Program Flyer

Published on June 20, 2024
Participate in the Michigan Conservation Stewards Program (CSP) and explore the foundations of conservation in Michigan and its diverse terrestrial, wetland and aquatic ecosystems.
MI Paddle Stewards management and follow up action guide

Published on June 7, 2024
This management and action follow up guide provides steps to do after reporting an aquatic invasive plant.
You found an invasive species, now what?

Published on June 7, 2024
Reporting invasive species sightings is critical because it may be the first time the species has been observed in Michigan waterways.
Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) 101 Resources

Published on March 4, 2024
Compiled by: Michigan Sea Grant, MSU Extension, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and other partners around the state
Smart Shorelands: Keep it Clean to Protect Frogs and Toads

Published on January 4, 2024
Frogs and toads are great companions for your yard and garden. They eat pests like beetles, cutworms and slugs and are an important food source for a variety of other animals including herons, mink, foxes and fish.
What You Need to Know About Michigan’s Ticks

Published on May 23, 2023
Learn what to expect when entering a forest, methods of tick identification, ways to avoid tick bites, as well as information on Lyme disease.
Identifying and managing invasive Eurasian and hybrid watermilfoils in Michigan lakes: A response to differential sensitivity to herbicides

Published on December 19, 2022
Knowledge of what strain(s) of watermilfoil are present in a lake is very important when developing a management plan that includes control with herbicides.
RIPPLE invasive aquatic plant brochure

Published on August 11, 2022
This brochure highlights some of Michigan’s regulated aquatic plants that are prohibited or restricted from sale due to their invasive potential.