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Aquatic Invasive Species

Invasive species are a major environmental and economic threat to Michigan’s waterways. The MSU Extension Center for Lakes and Streams is active in preventing their introduction and spread through educational programs, training, grants, and more.

Mar 2

Pesticide Safety Webinar Series: The RUP Credit Clinic

March 2, 2026 10:00AM – 2:00PM Online

MSU’s Pesticide Safety Education Program offers virtual training series for applicators and ag professionals, covering pesticide safety, Endangered Species Act compliance, environmental protection and best practices in application and equipment use.
Mar 4

Pesticide Safety Webinar Series: The RUP Credit Clinic

March 4, 2026 10:00AM – 2:00PM Online

MSU’s Pesticide Safety Education Program offers virtual training series for applicators and ag professionals, covering pesticide safety, Endangered Species Act compliance, environmental protection and best practices in application and equipment use.
Dec 5

2025 Annual MiCorps Conference

December 5, 2025 9:00AM – 3:30PM Online

The Michigan Clean Water Corps (MiCorps) hosts a volunteer monitoring conference each fall. Participants join stream and lake monitoring volunteers and program coordinators from across Michigan to learn, network, and celebrate our collective achievements!
You found an invasive species, now what?

Published on June 7, 2024
Reporting invasive species sightings is critical because it may be the first time the species has been observed in Michigan waterways.
MI Paddle Stewards management and follow up action guide

Published on June 7, 2024
This management and action follow up guide provides steps to do after reporting an aquatic invasive plant.
Identifying and managing invasive Eurasian and hybrid watermilfoils in Michigan lakes: A response to differential sensitivity to herbicides

Published on December 19, 2022
Knowledge of what strain(s) of watermilfoil are present in a lake is very important when developing a management plan that includes control with herbicides.
Great Lakes Almanac to Invasive Crayfish

Published on July 1, 2024
This pamphlet provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of four invasive crayfish species: rusty crayfish, marbled crayfish, Australian crayfish, and red swamp crayfish).
Aquatic Invasive Plants: A Field Guide for Michigan Lakes, Streams, and Ponds

Published on April 17, 2025
This guide is designed to help you identify aquatic invasive plants that you might encounter in or near Michigan’s lakes, streams, and ponds. Each entry includes an illustration or photograph highlighting key characteristics to aid in identification.
Learn to identify native and invasive aquatic plants with hands-on training

Published on June 5, 2025
Summer sessions available on plant identification and kayak safety through Michigan Sea Grant's MI Paddle Stewards program.
Enrollment now open: Popular MSU Extension course Introduction to Lakes Online offered January 2026

Published on September 3, 2025
Register today for this unique opportunity to learn about inland lakes.
Unlocking the mysteries of the Great Lakes: Contribute to snail research

Published on October 4, 2024
Participate in our mystery snail collection project and become a guardian of the Great Lakes.
Hydrilla’s arrival in Michigan: Learn how communities can safeguard inland lakes

Published on August 1, 2024
Join the MiCorps Exotic Aquatic Plant Watch today!
The honk heard across the Great Lakes 

Published on July 30, 2025
Learn more about the comeback story of the giant Canada goose and how to coexist with them. 
Granting change: Small grants empowering Michigan communities

Published on June 6, 2025
The Clean Boats, Clean Waters program awards $35,000 to twelve conservation groups to educate and empower their local communities in preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species, while actively engaging with boaters and anglers.
Have an invasive species in your yard? Connect with your local Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area (CISMA) to find a solution

Published on April 21, 2021
There are 22 CISMAs across the state tracking and treating invasive species on public and private lands.
CANR honors Filice, Warwick and Wolfe as 2025 Global Scholars in Extension

Published on April 22, 2025
The CANR has named Paige Filice, Alexa Warwick, Ph.D., and Samantha Wolfe as the 2025 Global Scholars in Extension. The scholars will be honored at the CANR Faculty and Staff Awards on May 8
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.
Is that an invasive crayfish in your fish tank?

Published on July 11, 2024
Use the new Great Lakes Almanac to Invasive Crayfish to learn more about pesky crustacean invaders and how to identify them.
Invasive yellow floating heart: A previously popular water garden plant causes problems in Michigan’s lakes and ponds

Published on June 28, 2023
The invasive yellow floating heart was once common in water gardens across Michigan, but has been a prohibited plant in Michigan for over a decade.
RIPPLE partners with Water Colors Aquarium Gallery to host exotic fish surrender event

Published on October 9, 2024
Do you have aquarium plants or fish you can no longer care for? Surrender unwanted freshwater fish and plants at the RIPPLE event on October 26 at Water Colors Aquarium Gallery in Grand Rapids.