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  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.

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  Forestry, Wetlands, and Habitat *A* Syst (FAS115)

  Published on April 13, 2021
  Landowners may use this publication to assist in becoming MAEAP verified.

• 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.

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  Determining the Age of Fish

  Published on February 18, 2016
  Knowledge about the age composition of fish populations is essential for effective management. It provides the fisheries manager with information about the condition of the fish, how long they live, their age at certain critical periods.

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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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  Exploring the Prairie Fen Wetlands of Michigan

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

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  Managing Michigan Ponds for Sports Fishing

  Published on November 10, 2015
  This bulletin is primarily for the present or prospective owner of a Michigan pond where the main goal is sport fishing—for the owner, his or her family, and a few friends.

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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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  Natural Shoreline Landscapes on Michigan's Inland Lakes

  Published on October 28, 2015
  A 70 page publication on the natural shoreline landscapes on Michigan's inland lakes.

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  Guide for the Identification, Mapping and Management of Aquatic Plants of Michigan (WQ55)

  Published on October 27, 2015
  A Citizen's Guide for the Identification, Mapping and Management of the Common Rooted Aquatic Plants of Michigan Lakes

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  Water Withdrawals and Water Use in Michigan (WQ62)

  Published on October 20, 2015
  Maintaining accurate information about the amount of water used in Michigan and the purposes of its use is important for effective water resource management.

• 2015 Lake Erie Harmful Algal Bloom Early Season Projections and Bulletins

  Published on July 29, 2015
  The severity of the western Lake Erie cyanobacterial harmful algal bloom (HAB) is dependent on phosphorus inputs from March 1- July 31, called the loading season.

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  Fertilizing Home Lawns to Protect Water Quality

  Published on April 2, 2012
  The first step in developing a fertilizer program for your lawn is to identify the objectives for the lawn area on your property. Homeowners demand a wide range of functions from their lawns. A guide to fertilizing home lawns to protect water quality.

• Discover Northeast Michigan

  Published on March 31, 2012
  Discover Northest Michigan is a Michigan Sea Grant resource that supports coastal tourism businesses in northeast Michigan.

• 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.

• MSU Institute of Water Research

  Published on March 26, 2012
  MSU Institute of Water Research

• Aquatic Invasive Species

  Published on March 26, 2012
  Two resources to help dealing with aquatic invasive species.

• Midwest Invasive Species Information Network

  Published on March 26, 2012
  Through its website, MISIN assists experts and citizen scientists in detecting, identifying and reporting invasive species.

• Michigan's Water Withdrawal Tool

  Published on March 25, 2012
  The Water Withdrawal Assessment Tool (WWAT) is designed to estimate the impact of a water withdrawal on nearby streams and rivers. Use of the WWAT is required of anyone proposing to make a large quantity withdrawal from the waters of the state.