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Top 10 native plants for shorelines that are easy to find

Published on August 14, 2023
These native plants are not hard to locate and can improve your shoreline with their beauty and support of pollinators.
Found a frog in your food? Don’t let it loose.

Published on August 14, 2023
What to do if you find a stowaway.
Identifying and managing invasive Eurasian and hybrid watermilfoils in Michigan lakes

Published on August 9, 2023
Some hybrids of this invasive plant are resistant to herbicides, making genetic testing critical for management.
RIPPLE partners with Motor City Aquarium Society to host Exotic Fish Surrender Event

Published on August 1, 2023
Do you have aquarium or water garden pets you can no longer care for? Surrender unwanted freshwater fish, crayfish, snails, and plants at the first-ever RIPPLE surrender event August 10 in Warren.
Green stormwater infrastructure: Building sustainable and resilient communities

Published on July 28, 2023
Green stormwater infrastructure practices can protect waterways by reducing pollutants.
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.
The long lived benefits of trees

Published on June 15, 2023
Trees provide valuable lake habitat long after their lives on land have ended.
Educational packaging coming to a local pet and pond retailer near you

Published on June 15, 2023
The RIPPLE program reminds pond and aquarium keepers to be responsible owners and never release unwanted plants or pets into waterways.
Stop the Cray – Drink Away! A look inside a new collaboration for invasive species education

Published on June 8, 2023
MSU Extension and Trail Point Brewing Co. have joined forces to spread awareness of troublesome aquatic invasive species through a new innovative outreach and education event this summer.
Freshwater friends: Who’s under that shell

Published on May 16, 2023
Michigan’s lakes, streams, and wetlands are home to ten different species of turtles that are frequently spotted in the spring basking and nesting.
Michigan Clean Boats, Clean Waters Program awards $31,000 to stop the spread of aquatic invasive species

Published on May 8, 2023
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.
Emerging from the deep

Published on April 21, 2023
Lakes are nurseries for a fascinating variety of insects; did you know that many insects – including dragonflies, mayflies, and mosquitoes – spend the first stages of their lives underwater?
Spring lawn care tips for shoreline homeowners

Published on April 21, 2023
Healthy lawns can help slow and filter surface runoff; it is also important to understand turf maintenance can affect water quality, especially fertilizer and pesticide applications.
New watershed maps reflect Michigan’s updated legislative boundaries

Published on March 24, 2023
Residents and elected officials can use this information to inform their actions regarding local water quality.
Seasonal magic under the water

Published on February 21, 2023
Compared to the abundant wildlife we see during the warm summer months, it’s easy to assume that life becomes “frozen” once the temperature drops; however, lake ecosystems are very much still active during the winter.
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.
What's that bug: Identifying the praying mantids of Michigan

Published on November 17, 2022
Learn more about the two species of praying mantis found in Michigan and when you can easily spot them.
Mudpuppies! No, we are not talking about dogs

Published on November 16, 2022
While not as cuddly or playful as a fuzzy puppy, mudpuppies play an important role in our ecosystem and should be handled with care.
Freshwater mussels of Michigan

Published on September 9, 2022
Native clams live long and fascinating lives in our lakes and rivers.
What’s the ‘sitch’ on swimmer’s itch?

Published on August 1, 2022
Swimmer’s itch is an allergic reaction to a parasitic infection – while it sounds frightening, it’s not nearly as serious as it sounds.