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When it comes to water resources, can one person make a difference?

Published on November 21, 2017
Whether working alone or working with others, taking action can help your local watershed.
Understanding lakeshore ecosystems — Part 2: Inland lakes

Published on November 21, 2017
Poor lake shore habitat is the biggest problem in the nation’s lakes, says EPA.
Michigan Natural Shoreline Partnership seeks individuals interested in becoming professionals

Published on November 21, 2017
Annual certification training will be offered March 6-7, 2018 in East Lansing to prepare those working at the water’s edge.
DNR seeks comments on Lake Michigan Fisheries Management plan

Published on November 15, 2017
November meetings in Manistique, Traverse City, and Grand Haven to share details and solicit input on proposed plan.
Are Great Lakes water levels headed up in 2018?

Published on November 13, 2017
November forecast suggests higher levels heading into next year.
Managing riparian forests

Published on November 13, 2017
A range of human and ecological benefits come from managed forests and Michigan’s riparian forests are no exception, although these woodlands are too often left as “no management” buffer zones.
Environmental certification progressing on Upper Peninsula farms

Published on November 8, 2017
Several farms in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula have gained MAEAP certification recently, demonstrating commitment to farming in an environmentally sound manner.
Sea Grant report on Asian carp includes educational resources

Published on November 3, 2017
Great Lakes conservation groups will find a wealth of resources in this new publication.
New partnership will update, enhance important Great Lakes database on non-native species

Published on November 3, 2017
Michigan Sea Grant's Dr. Rochelle Sturtevant to be program manager at GLANSIS.
Teachers can take to the sea with NOAA

Published on November 1, 2017
For more than 25 years, teachers have traveled aboard NOAA research vessels around the world through the NOAA Teacher at Sea Program. Applications for 2018 are now being accepted!
Either detention or retention equals storm water runoff reductions

Published on October 30, 2017
Storm water management continues to be an important aspect of new development. Efforts to decrease runoff from increased impervious surfaces through detention and/or retention ponds results in more water infiltration and less runoff.
Maintaining your storm water management pond

Published on October 30, 2017
Storm water management ponds require regular maintenance to insure they function properly. Poorly maintained ponds can reduce their ability to control flooding and/or prevent pollution.
Celebrating 100 years of Michigan State University Extension in Alcona County

Published on October 19, 2017
Alcona County and Michigan State University Extension are celebrating 100 years since the introduction of Extension to Alcona County in May 1917.
Soak up the rain — Part 2

Published on October 2, 2017
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has a new outreach program to encourage citizen and municipalities to adopt green infrastructure practices to reduce storm water runoff.
Outdoor recreation is important to Michigan’s communities, economy and future

Published on October 2, 2017
Outdoor Industry Association provides state-by-state reporting on the impact of outdoor recreation on jobs, wages, and tax revenue.
Soak up the rain — Part 1

Published on October 2, 2017
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has a new program to encourage citizen and municipalities to reduce storm water runoff.
Michigan Sea Grant coastal storms project

Published on September 28, 2017
Michigan Sea Grant has identified some tips and online tools to help communities assess their risks from extreme storms and determine what steps they might take to reduce stormwater impact.
Learn about Michigan’s lakes online

Published on September 19, 2017
Register today for this opportunity to learn about inland lakes from MSU Extension and participants across the Midwest.
Plant Species Race Against Climate Change discussion to be held in Hickory Corners

Published on September 15, 2017
Learn about the race for survival between native and invasive plant species from Michigan State University associate professor Dr. Jen Lau on Oct. 9.
Interactive webinar about policies for managing stormwater

Published on September 6, 2017
Join the Adventures in Collective Water Management Network for an informative discussion on Sept. 15.