Results

• 2020 Introduction to Lakes Online Course

  Date: Jan 14, 2020
  Six-week online course designed for lake enthusiasts interested in learning about ecology, aquatic plants, watersheds, shorelines and more. Includes video lectures, discussion forums, quizzes, and live ask-an-expert webinars with instructors.

• Local conservation issues tackled by couple through skills and knowledge gained in Michigan Conservation Stewards Program (CSP)

  Published on August 6, 2019
  Find out how you can learn more about Michigan’s ecosystems and apply your expertise to volunteer opportunities in your community

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  Two Clean Boats, Clean Waters leadership trainings sponsored by Mid-Michigan CISMA

  Published on April 3, 2017
  Clean Boats, Clean Waters and Mid-Michigan Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area collaborate to host free “Train the Trainer” programs in Ingham and Ionia counties in May.

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  Shoreline and Shallows Conference: Increasing Habitat, Reducing Threats

  Published on February 1, 2017
  The Michigan Natural Shoreline Partnership’s 2017 Shoreline and Shallows Conference returns to Michigan State University’s Kellogg Center on Thursday March 9th, in East Lansing, MI.

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  Keep classroom pets out of the wild

  Published on June 4, 2018
  At the end of the school year, prevent the release of invasive plants and animals into the environment by following RIPPLE recommendations for proper handling and disposal.

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  Understanding the role of oxygen in our lakes and ponds

  Published on October 23, 2017
  Warm weather, fertilizers, and excessive plant growth can decrease the oxygen levels in our lakes, rivers, and ponds.

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  Part 1: Southern Michigan’s hidden treasure

  Published on February 1, 2018
  Abundant freshwater provides a rich environment.

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  Using aquatic dyes in ponds

  Published on November 8, 2016
  Pond dyes can be used year-round. Blue dye in ponds is shown to not harm animals or floating and emergent plants in ponds.

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  Invasive species self-defense

  Published on January 16, 2018
  Three tools available to communities.

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  Michigan Department of Natural Resources reports Japanese stiltgrass detected in Michigan

  Published on September 12, 2017
  Aquatic invasive species super plants! Withstanding acidic soil, variable light conditions, flooding and, multiplying beyond control in a single year.

• Aquatic invasive species: fighting an ongoing threat

  Published on October 23, 2017
  The success of controlling aquatic invasive species is the result of a combination of agreements in the public and private sectors, and the work of a body of regulatory and voluntary efforts.

• Why is my lake water lowered in the winter?

  Published on December 30, 2016
  Water drawdown is one tool that can be used to manage aquatic weed problems. Lake level drawdowns often start in the fall and continue through the winter when water recreation uses are at their lowest.

• Planning natural shoreline landscaping on your inland lake

  Published on March 30, 2017
  Through careful planning, lakeshore landscaping can provide both a finished well-manicured look and adequate erosion protection.

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  Aquatic invasive species thrives in winter

  Published on January 19, 2017
  Aquatic invasive species not only survives Michigan winters, it thrives under the ice.

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  Part 2: Southern Michigan’s hidden treasure

  Published on February 1, 2018
  Exclusive natural community may be common in southern Michigan.

• How gentle volunteer recruitment efforts can yield astonishing results

  Published on September 11, 2017
  Employ “paying it forward” in outreach efforts to stimulate organizational growth.

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  Michigan Conservation Stewards Program enrolling students for 2016

  Published on July 25, 2016
  Intensive volunteer leader training program about conservation and natural science geared towards individuals who want to help restore and conserve ecosystems throughout Michigan.

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  How can volunteers build community conservation capacity to address local conservation needs?

  Published on January 2, 2018
  Michigan Conservation Stewards Program partners explain how graduates jumpstart conservation activities at the local level.

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  Part 4: Southern Michigan’s hidden treasure

  Published on February 1, 2018
  Abundant freshwater provides rich environment thanks to wetlands.

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  Don’t flush that! Baby wipes and other products cause backups

  Published on January 31, 2018
  Putting anything in your toilet that does not break down quickly can cause plumbing and septic backups and result in costly repairs.