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Ottawa County features PFAS discussion at annual Water Quality Forum
Published on December 5, 2018
Attendees learned how a broad category of chemicals known as PFAS might impact human health and heard examples of state and local government response. -
Water conservation can prolong septic system life
Published on November 27, 2018
In addition to regular maintenance, practicing water conservation can help maintain and sustain the life of your system. -
Farmers growing produce commonly eaten raw will be contacting water testing labs about new rule
Published on November 7, 2018
The Food Safety Modernization Act requires quantitative E. coli testing of water used on produce farms. Growers will be looking for local labs. -
Landscaping important to maintaining health of shorelines
Published on October 2, 2018
“Natural Shoreline Landscapes on Michigan’s Inland Lakes: Guidebook for Property Owners,” provides guidance on lake-friendly natural shoreline landscaping. -
Inland lake shoreline erosion control demonstrated at Kellogg Biological Station
Published on September 19, 2018
Updated website offers video of the rebuilding of an eroded bank on Gull Lake using encapsulated soil lift technique. -
A native Michigan shoreline: We did it, so can you! Part 2
Published on September 19, 2018
A lakefront property owner describes next steps in restoring his typical lakeshore into a native lakescape that protects the lake and provides a home for birds and butterflies. -
A native Michigan shoreline: We did it, so can you! Part 1
Published on September 19, 2018
The steps taken by a lakefront property owner, and current participant in MSU Extension’s Lake & Stream Leaders Institute, to change his typical lakeshore into a native lakescape that protects the lake and provides a home home for birds and butterflies. -
Salmon run offers unique fish-watching opportunities for nature enthusiasts
Published on August 16, 2018
Birds and mammals are usually the focus for wildlife watchers, but the fall salmon run provides spectacular fish-watching opportunities, too. Visit weirs and dams in west Michigan this fall or watch a new video to enjoy the spectacle. -
MSU Extension Celebrates Septic Smart Week with free webinar
Published on August 14, 2018
This free, live statewide webinar will provide homeowners and businesses with important information to protect an important resource – their onsite waste water system -
Fact sheets, webinars and upcoming workshop help Saginaw Bay communities prepare for extreme storms
Published on August 8, 2018
Saginaw Bay watershed decision-makers, planners, residents, and other partners are invited to attend free summit on Aug. 15.