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Great Lakes water levels for the summer of 2015 - what’s up (or not)?
Published on May 8, 2015
In January of 2013 record-low levels for Lake Michigan were recorded. In 2014, Great Lakes water levels rebounded. What’s the forecast for summer 2015 lake levels? -
Aquatic invader, European Frogbit, affected by shading treatments
Published on April 29, 2015
New York study suggests non-chemical shading treatments can reduce plant biomass of European Frogbit (Hydrocharis morsus-ranae L.). -
Lake Michigan seasonal water levels rise – the good, the bad and the ugly?
Published on April 24, 2015
Lake Michigan has rebounded from a record low in 2013. What are some of the issues now that the seasonal rise has begun? -
Paper, plastic or reusable bags? Alpena youth ‘bagging it’ for Earth Day
Published on April 20, 2015
Alpena elementary students apply their art skills on Earth Day to promote awareness and action toward the issue of plastic pollution and marine debris in our Great Lakes. -
Ciscoes have a unique ecological role in the Great Lakes
Published on April 20, 2015
Cisco is not a true herring but it is closely related to the lake whitefish. -
Fourth Shoreline & Shallows Conference furthers natural shoreline efforts
Published on April 15, 2015
Strong speaker line-up addresses multiple issues during MSU’s Ag and Natural Resources Week. -
Place-based education enhancing STEM education
Published on April 6, 2015
School and community partners explore Great Lakes science opportunities through place-based education practices enhancing STEM education in area schools with the support of the Northeast Michigan Great Lakes Stewardship Initiative. -
Don’t let unwanted species become established in your backyard
Published on April 3, 2015
Too often landowners delay efforts to eliminate unwanted invasive species. However, once these species are established, either on land or in the waterways, they can be very difficult to control. Early detection and rapid control response is key. -
Annual Lake St. Clair workshop to return in 2015
Published on April 3, 2015
Lake St. Clair is widely regarded as one of North America’s greatest fishing lakes. You can discover why while also learning about new research findings and fishery trends. -
Agriculture’s role in protecting Lake Erie
Published on April 1, 2015
Phosphorus runoff: A large contributor to problems in Western Lake Erie Basin.