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MSU researchers build connection between forests and drinking water, outreach and conservation strategies follow

Published on August 21, 2024
A team of MSU researchers has shown there’s “untapped potential” for ensuring that Michigan forests provide clean and abundant drinking water.
Enjoying the fireflies this summer? Thank a snail

Published on August 21, 2024
Before they become fireflies, these beetles spend their immature stage as predators of garden pests.
Aquatic invasive species decontamination stations help boaters and anglers know the regulations and aid in cleaning off their boats and gear

Published on August 12, 2024
Request a sign through the Clean Boats, Clean Waters program.
'All of us can do small things to protect our Great Lakes'

Published on August 9, 2024
Michigan educators bring back lasting memories, lessons learned during Shipboard Science Workshop.
Spray drone demonstration for pest management in vegetable and field crops

Published on August 6, 2024
Learn and discuss with fellow vegetable and field crop growers and MSU Extension educators about drone usage for pesticide and fertilizer application, plus seeding cover crops.
You are closer to the Great Lakes than you think

Published on July 21, 2024
Trace your potential impacts on water resources by visualizing how water flows from your local area and throughout the Great Lakes Basin.
Inland lake habitats critical to maintaining healthy lake ecosystems

Published on July 21, 2024
Understanding the five distinct lake zones and the habitats they provide is key to restoring or maintaining lake ecosystem health.
Chemical spills: Build a simple spill kit at home

Published on July 21, 2024
Being prepared before a spill occurs protects you, your family and helps safeguard Michigan’s water resources.
Sediment in stormwater is a common pollutant which negatively impacts water quality

Published on July 21, 2024
Recognizing point and nonpoint source pollution is the first step to helping to protect Michigan’s water resources.
Delving into the secret lives of frogs and toads

Published on July 21, 2024
Michigan’s amazing frogs and toads remind us about the diverse array of amphibians we have in Michigan and the importance of maintaining natural shoreline habitat.