MSU Extension Invasive Species

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  Grow your appreciation for Michigan’s inland lakes with the Introduction to Lakes Online course

  Published on November 17, 2021
  The award-winning inland lakes course will be back in session in January 2022.

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  MSU student focuses her biology and natural resources career path with internship

  Published on October 11, 2021
  Fisheries and wildlife student Kailee Pearson worked as a field technician in the Upper Peninsula with the Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians’ wildlife program over the summer.

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  Fishing Guide or Charter Captain – What’s the difference?

  Published on October 5, 2021
  Licensing and reporting requirements are different for charter captains and fishing guides in Michigan. This makes for a lower barrier to entry for fishing guides, but also leads to safety concerns and gaps in our understanding of river fisheries.

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  Alien language: The importance of metaphor

  Published on October 5, 2021
  Part 4: Metaphors help simplify and explain complex research, but they can cause errors in reasoning, lead to misunderstandings, and even reinforce stereotypes that undermine the goals of inclusive science.

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  MSU part of new center leading climate change research in Midwest

  Published on September 29, 2021
  MSU researchers are lending their expertise on a variety of topics, from fisheries management to forest ecology.

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  Online Angler Diary project documents stocked and wild steelhead in Michigan rivers

  Published on September 28, 2021
  Participants checked steelhead for fin clips and found that some rivers depend much more heavily on stocked fish than others.

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  A day in the life of a Michigan State University invasive species boat washer

  Published on September 21, 2021
  Two interns from the Mobile Boat Wash program share their experience from a summer of washing boats and talking to the public about aquatic invasive species.

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  Drive-by botany: Purple loosestrife and spotted knapweed

  Published on September 2, 2021
  Profiles of common Michigan roadside flora in mid-August 2021.

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  CSUS alumnus spotlight: Ted Alter

  Published on August 30, 2021
  “Lead in whatever you’re doing by making it possible for others to lead.” Ted reflects on his experiences as an interdisciplinary researcher, educator, and academic administrator at Penn State University for over 45 years.

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  Enjoy an in-person free paddling workshop with Michigan Sea Grant and MSU Extension

  Published on August 30, 2021
  Three free opportunities to get out on the water and learn about invasive species identification and prevention - register today!