Aquatic Invasive Species

News from the MSU Extension Center for Lakes and Streams

Mighty, moist, and mysterious: Meet Michigan’s salamanders

Published on March 6, 2026
Learn what the “eft” is up with the eastern newt.
Explore the rarely seen world of freshwater plants

Published on March 2, 2026
Take a deep dive into aquatic plant identification with a 2-day course at Kellogg Biological Station.
Lake and stream volunteer monitoring: How to get involved

Published on February 10, 2026
Grant applications are due March 6, 2026, for organizations wishing to host stream monitoring or cleanup efforts. Enrollment for lake monitoring is open now through August.
One lake's success story: Winning the fight to control invasive Eurasian water milfoil

Published on February 5, 2026
Higgins Lake uses diver-assisted suction harvesting to reduce the aquatic invasive species but it has taken an investment of time and money.
Time of sale septic inspections can protect water quality: Part 2

Published on January 16, 2026
Counties and townships can protect surface and groundwater by adopting time of sale septic inspection ordinances.
Time of sale septic inspections can protect water quality: Part 1

Published on January 16, 2026
Counties and townships can protect surface and groundwater by adopting time of sale septic inspection ordinances.
The Power of the Pen and Co-Design

Published on December 15, 2025
NCI had the opportunity over the last year to be involved in the Missouri Prison Transformation Project, which seeks to improve the quality of life and wellbeing of those living in, working in, and recently released from prison.
What is and is not a charrette (and why it matters)

Published on November 26, 2025
The National Charrette Institute clarifies what is and is not a charrette, and explains why this distinction matters.
Bowfin or faux-fin? Reeling in the truth about these look-alike fish

Published on November 23, 2025
Learn how to ID between bowfin, burbot, and the invasive northern snakehead by spotting key differences in body shape, coloration, and fins.
MSU PSEP launches Pesticide Safety Webinar Series: The RUP/CCA CEU Credit Clinic to support Michigan applicators and certified crop advisers recertification

Published on November 21, 2025
The MSU Pesticide Safety Education Program (PSEP) introduces a new webinar series offering Michigan pesticide applicators RUP credits and up-to-date training on safety and regulations, with CEU opportunities available for certified crop advisers.
Why do we care about Chara?

Published on November 4, 2025
Learn more about the importance of Michigan’s underwater understory.
New field guide to aquatic invasive plants in Michigan released by MSU Extension Center for Lakes and Streams

Published on September 30, 2025
This new resource serves as a practical guide to identifying and reporting aquatic invasive plants in lakes, streams, and ponds.