News

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.
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.
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.
Is that an invasive crayfish in your fish tank?

Published on July 11, 2024
Use the new Great Lakes Almanac to Invasive Crayfish to learn more about pesky crustacean invaders and how to identify them.
Two Detroit-area educators will join week-long Shipboard Science Workshop on Lake Erie

Published on July 2, 2024
Metroparks outreach interpreter, and Pontiac biology teacher, among 15 from Great Lakes region chosen to participate.
Michigan Sea Grant welcomes new coastal resilience Extension educator

Published on June 25, 2024
Kat Cameron serving as regional liaison for Sea Grant and NOAA’s Great Lakes Environmental Laboratory.
What’s the deal with algae?

Published on June 24, 2024
Webinar teaches about vital role it plays in aquatic ecosystems and about some types of algae that may cause problems in Michigan.
Exotic Aquatic Plant Watch helps volunteers detect invasive species in Michigan inland lakes

Published on June 2, 2024
A joint program between MSU and EGLE provides volunteers with training, guidance and useful tools to successfully identify and map invasive aquatic plants in their lakes.
Michigan Waterfowl Hunters: Help prevent the spread of invasive European Frog-bit

Published on June 2, 2024
Help prevent your favorite hunting spot from getting choked out by this new aquatic invasive plant by cleaning your boats and gear.
Salt runoff can impair lakes

Published on June 2, 2024
Salting roads, parking lots, and sidewalks can turn our “fresh” water salty.