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  Conservation Stewards Program

  A volunteer leader training program designed for those interested in science-based ecosystem management principles and sharing this knowledge with others to help restore and conserve ecosystems throughout Michigan communities.

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  Conservation Stewards Program

  A volunteer leader training program designed for those interested in science-based ecosystem management principles and sharing this knowledge with others to help restore and conserve ecosystems throughout Michigan communities.

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  MSU Extension Water Programs Lakes, Streams and Watersheds

  Published on April 7, 2020
  Learn how you can get involved with MSU Extension programs to improve your local lake, stream and watershed.

• 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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  Reflections on the 40 year anniversary of Michigan Natural Features Inventory

  Published on April 10, 2020
  Josh Cohen, an ecologist with Michigan Natural Features Inventory for the past 20 years, reflects on MNFI’s 40 year anniversary.

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  Part 3: Southern Michigan’s hidden treasure

  Published on February 1, 2018
  Abundant groundwater provides rich environment.

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  Two steps forward for nature and wildlife

  Published on October 18, 2016
  Sixty new Michigan Conservation Stewards Program participants display their projects on October 18, 19 and 20. How will they improve Michigan’s natural environment?

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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.

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  Making your native plant choices for Michigan inland lake shorelines

  Published on May 1, 2017
  Protecting water quality means protecting inland lake shorelines from erosion and stormwater runoff. Restoring inland lake shorelines means selecting and planting the shoreline with Michigan native plants.

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  Invasive species self-defense

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

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  Aquatic invasive species spread is preventable with a few simple steps

  Published on June 13, 2017
  Aquatic invasive species control is costly for our state but preventable through clean watercraft and water sport practices

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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.

• 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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  Cold weather kills pond duckweeds, until spring

  Published on December 6, 2018
  Late fall brings many complaints of weeds in ponds, but cold temperatures kill most for the winter.

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  Where the wildflowers grew

  Published on June 20, 2017
  Along the Kiwanis Trail with Adrian College Professor Janet Salzwedel

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  Working together to improve natural resources

  Published on March 27, 2017
  Efforts to care for land and water can benefit from social networks and linking with similar organizations through an association or other social network.

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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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  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.

• 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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  Pasture ponds, horses and algae. Oh my!

  Published on April 4, 2018
  Protect your livestock from potential illness carried in pasture ponds. Protect pasture ponds from erosion and contamination caused by livestock.