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Engaging virtual audiences in conservation topics to enhance natural resource stewardship

Published on April 15, 2024
Programming that includes science-based knowledge and best practices in conservation enhances stewardship of Michigan’s natural resource assets, which in turn, strengthens communities.
Michigan Clean Boats, Clean Waters program awards $35,000 to stop the spread of aquatic invasive species

Published on April 15, 2024
Thirteen projects receive grant funding to educate boaters and anglers on the importance of cleaning, draining, and drying their equipment to protect lakes and rivers.
Enhancing resource management and healthy ecosystems through conservation stewardship and citizen science education

Published on April 15, 2024
The Michigan Conservation Stewards Program (CSP) brings together local conservation and stewardship communities through ecosystem-based learning experiences.
Strengthening stewardship of inland lakes through online education

Published on April 15, 2024
Through the Introduction to Lakes Online course, participants engage with science-based information on lake ecology, watersheds, natural shorelines, aquatic plants, water law and community engagement.
Some species of trees green-up earlier than others

Published on April 8, 2024
Once spring green-up starts in the forest, each species of tree follows its own schedule.
Wind is essential to natural processes

Published on April 8, 2024
Whether it’s a blowing winter gale or a soft summer breeze, the wind has an effect on the ecology of plants and animals.
Adding eggshells to compost

Published on April 8, 2024
Overcoming the concern about salmonella bacteria from the eggs in your compost is less challenging when armed with knowledge.
Eliminating egg masses now will prevent leaf eating spongy moth caterpillars next spring

Published on April 8, 2024
Spring caterpillar hatch can be lessened without using chemicals by finding and eliminating the egg masses from which the caterpillars hatch.
How much water is in my pond?

Published on April 8, 2024
Many times, we are required to know the water volume of our pond for various applications, including the size of fountains, fish carrying capacity, water treatments, and more.
How weather affects fall colors

Published on April 8, 2024
Weather factors, particularly temperature and moisture, can affect the display of fall colors across Michigan.