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• Michigan Sea Grant water issues links

  Published on March 26, 2012
  The Michigan Sea Grant website has a wealth of resources for those interested in issues related to Michigan's lakes, including the Great Lakes, streams and watersheds as well as water quality issues.

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  Soil Association Map of Michigan

  Published on February 4, 2016
  A wall map displaying soil types in Michigan.

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  Between Land and Lake: Michigan's Great Lakes Coastal Wetlands

  Published on November 10, 2015
  Imagine flying over the shoreline of western Lake Erie and seeing a mile-wide swath of grasses and bulrushes rippling in the winds. As the plane passes, thousands of waterfowl rise and take flight to a distant edge of the marsh.

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  Exploring the Prairie Fen Wetlands of Michigan

  Published on November 11, 2015
  A textbook that covers the details of Prairie Fen wetlands of Michigan.

• MSU Institute of Water Research

  Published on March 26, 2012
  MSU Institute of Water Research

• North Central Regional Aquaculture Center funds project to explore an AIS-HACCP certification

  Published on November 15, 2013
  Assessment of individual aquaculture and baitfish operations can minimize the risk of spreading aquatic invasive species and safeguard their businesses.

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  Alpena students learn while caring for island habitats of local community park

  Published on June 29, 2017
  Elementary students tackle critical Great Lakes and natural resource conservation issues, enhance their community, and enjoy a little hands-on learning along the way.

• Rain barrels are economical and ecological

  Published on June 28, 2012
  Rain barrels can save money and energy for homeowners as they simultaneously reduce water quality pollution.

• Aquatic Invasive Species the focus of Sea Grant Extension Education

  Published on February 22, 2013
  Teachers, anglers and the public have opportunities to learn about Aquatic Invasive Species at upcoming events.

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  Evidence of prehistoric caribou hunters found below Lake Huron

  Published on July 11, 2017
  Research continues this summer on a series of targets on the Alpena-Amberley Ridge in the lake.

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  Free Saginaw Bay Phragmites workshop series set

  Published on March 1, 2016
  Learn practical tools for tackling one of the region’s most aggressive invasive plants.

• Do not release invasive species: Part 1

  Published on December 4, 2013
  When managing water features, contractors and water gardeners can prevent the introduction of Aquatic Invasive Species into natural waterways by using proper disposal methods.

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  Great Lakes Fisheries Heritage Trail: Evelyn S. still making history

  Published on March 28, 2016
  The Michigan Maritime Museum offers visitors the chance to board the historic Great Lakes fish tug Evelyn S. and peer into the daily life of a commercial fisherman.

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  Michigan’s underwater preserves offer unique views of Great Lakes maritime heritage

  Published on November 23, 2016
  Michigan Sea Grant Extension has played key role since the 1980s in development of Michigan’s system of underwater preserves.

• Landscape and marine contractors can become Michigan Certified Natural Shoreline Professionals

  Published on November 29, 2012
  Natural shoreline certification training program offered in Van Buren and Oakland Counties in February 2013.

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  Keeping your residential beach safe for friends and family

  Published on August 20, 2015
  Being confident that your beach is safe for use by family and friends is important to waterfront property owners. A current participant in Michigan State University Extension’s Lake & Stream Leaders Institute shares some helpful tips.

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  Smart trees and shrubs for natural shoreline plantings

  Published on February 26, 2014
  If you have property on a waterfront, native trees and shrubs help protect shorelines and provide beauty.

• Clean water checklist

  Published on July 8, 2015
  Help protect water resources by adopting one or more of the actions on this checklist.

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  Great Lakes water levels for the summer of 2015 - what’s up (or not)?

  Published on May 8, 2015
  In January of 2013 record-low levels for Lake Michigan were recorded. In 2014, Great Lakes water levels rebounded. What’s the forecast for summer 2015 lake levels?

• Late summer algae blooms may cause problems in farm ponds

  Published on August 5, 2013
  Harmful algal blooms (HABs) in farm ponds can pose risk to people, pets and livestock. Learn to recognize HABs when using farm ponds for swimming and watering livestock.