MSU Extension Natural Resources

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  Hunt for the endangered Hine’s emerald dragonfly

  Published on November 20, 2014
  Both in and out of school, Alcona youth partner in an innovative citizen science effort to track habitats of the federally endangered Hine’s Emerald dragonfly and the invasive species that threaten them.

• What is lake effect snow?

  Published on November 20, 2014
  Understanding Lake Effect Snow – using the Teaching Great Lakes Science resources from Michigan Sea Grant

• Teaching Great Lakes Science

  Published on November 19, 2014
  Learn about food webs, invasive species, microclimates, dead zones, water quality and more.

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  Lake Erie toxic algal bloom topic of December 5 session at Michigan State University

  Published on November 18, 2014
  Although not the most appetizing topic, McNALMS’ annual Lunch and Learn Seminar will host national expert on the “perfect storm” that shut down Toledo’s water supply.

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  Benign neglect

  Published on November 17, 2014
  “The best way to predict the future is to invent it” – Alan Kay

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  Begin scouting for Asian gall wasp in chestnuts now

  Published on November 17, 2014
  We are approaching the ideal time for chestnut growers to scout for Asian chestnut gall wasp. Leaves often remain attached to the galls during fall and winter, making them highly visible.

• Improving home insulation for savings and comfort: Part 5

  Published on November 14, 2014
  A good contractor is important to the success of any home improvement project. Taking simple steps before you hire a contactor can help ensure success.

• Friendly reminder for growers to fill out the spotted wing Drosophila survey

  Published on November 12, 2014
  To determine the effectiveness of our statewide spotted wing Drosophila monitoring program, we are asking growers to take a quick survey.

• What’s that fish? The (dichotomous) key to fish identification

  Published on November 11, 2014
  Students, anglers and everyone else can use a simple dichotomous key to answer the question, “What’s that Fish?”

• Megan Dodson of NWS receives Michigan Sea Grant Van Snider Award

  Published on November 10, 2014
  Through partnerships with Dodson and the NWS, Michigan Sea Grant Extension has been able to educate thousands of Michigan residents on dangerous currents in the Great Lakes.