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Communities across Michigan will receive perspectives of first-time visitors to improve tourism and strengthen quality of life
Published on August 2, 2018
Michigan State University Extension tourism educators begin working with another round of communities committed to taking action and making improvements based on the strengths and weaknesses through the eyes of first-time visitors. -
2018 enrollment open for Michigan Conservation Stewards Program
Published on August 2, 2018
Intensive volunteer leader training program designed for those interested learning ecosystem-based management principles and sharing this knowledge with others who want to help restore and sustain healthy ecosystems throughout Michigan. -
Landscaping workshop for lakefront property owners
Published on July 23, 2018
Michigan State University Extension and The Michigan Natural Shorelines Partnership members are offering workshops about creating and managing natural shoreline landscapes on inland lakes. -
What is the Michigan Forest Association?
Published on July 16, 2018
The largest share of Michigan’s forest area is owned by individuals. Some of these individuals belong to an association dedicated to the care of these woodlands, and their owners. -
Home heating thoughts
Published on July 9, 2018
Home heating may not be on everyone’s mind during the summer months, unless getting through the last winter was a nail-biter. For many residences and small businesses, wood pellets are the cheapest alternative. -
Four Michigan Thumb communities organize and take action after receiving results from tourists’ first-impressions
Published on June 22, 2018
Michigan State University Extension tourism educator conducts follow-up evaluations to determine what actions and impacts come from First Impressions Tourism (FIT) assessments. -
FREE Data Diamond in the Rough
Published on June 20, 2018
Find wealth of site selections and demographic data with Real Estate Database tool -
Impacts made in Clare County through Michigan State University Extension
Published on June 15, 2018
Across the state, Michigan State University Extension is helping youth, adults and communities grow and prosper. Let’s explore some highlights of how MSU Extension programs impacted Clare County in 2017. -
School pollinator gardens
Published on June 13, 2018
Beautify your school garden, support wildlife and outdoor education by installing a pollinator garden. -
Is community growth a good or bad thing?
Published on June 4, 2018
Like people, communities are either green and growing or ripe and rotting.