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Forest forensics: Ghosts on the Landscape
Published on October 23, 2020
Use the clues in your local woods to understand what has happened in Michigan’s past. -
Connect with Nature: Join us this fall for “Conservation Talk Tuesdays” webinar series
Published on October 8, 2020
Michigan Conservation Stewards Program presents six talks that explore Michigan’s beautiful natural resources while looking at the unique cultural perspectives and innovative partnerships needed for successful conservation and restoration. -
Training future foresters new part of partnership between MSU, community colleges, industry
Published on September 24, 2020
Higher Education Challenge grant will fund forestry programs at Bay, Muskegon Community colleges -
Hunters, pack your rubber gloves to prevent the spread of chronic wasting disease
Published on September 4, 2020
Prions from infected cervids are present in blood and spinal fluid, and they are shed across the landscape in waste products where they can last for decades. Chronic wasting disease will significantly impact the Michigan deer population. -
MSU researcher receives $454,000 grant to evaluate forest resilience, recovery from wildfires
Published on July 6, 2020
MSU fire ecologist Jessica Miesel is leading a team that received a $454,000 grant from the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection to explore the ability of forests to be resilient and recover from forest fires. -
Keep your woods healthy for tomorrow
Published on June 17, 2020
Forest owners have a new tool to identify and address threats to their own forest’s long-term health. -
MSU Extension launches new Wild About Backyard Conservation webinar series
Published on June 8, 2020
Explore ways your backyard can protect and promote wildlife and clean water with MSU Extension experts. -
Gypsy moth caterpillars are out and about
Published on June 1, 2020
Oaks and many other trees are likely to be defoliated by gypsy moth this summer in many areas of Lower Michigan. -
What’s all the excitement about cicadas?
Published on May 28, 2020
After spending many years underground, these insects have a coordinated emergence and a loud song that can’t be ignored. -
Standing dead trees
Published on April 16, 2020
Michigan has large volumes of standing dead trees. The distribution varies among species, sizes, and geographically around the state. These stories speak volumes about how these resources are valued.
