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Groundwater models teach all ages about the water cycle, and how water and pollutants travel
Published on November 30, 2012
Using a watershed or groundwater model simulator makes it easier to teach about water and geology beneath our feet. -
School gardens leaders require resources
Published on November 29, 2012
School gardens leaders require resources to get started and to enhance a school garden. -
Home site assessments protect water quality
Published on November 29, 2012
Mapping out your home site can help identify activities that pose risk to water resources. -
Care of live fir trees can mean a greener holiday
Published on November 29, 2012
Trying a live alternative to cut trees during the holiday season can be a satisfying exercise if some precautions are taken in the tree’s selection, transition and planting. -
Landscape and marine contractors can become Michigan Certified Natural Shoreline Professionals
Published on November 29, 2012
Natural shoreline certification training program offered in Van Buren and Oakland Counties in February 2013. -
School garden programs and starting a school garden takes planning
Published on November 29, 2012
Starting a school garden takes planning and dedication, but the result helps students learn math, science, art, history, social studies and so much more. -
Real Christmas trees: A natural choice
Published on November 28, 2012
Choosing the right species of Christmas tree will give you lasting enjoyment through the holiday season. -
Native plants: Learn more about the benefits of these plants
Published on November 21, 2012
Michigan native plants are both beautiful and beneficial in yards and gardens. -
Michigan Green Schools Program is fun, encourages students to explore their inner “green”
Published on November 15, 2012
Statewide K-12 Michigan Green Schools Program for public and private schools cultivates the next generation of environmental stewards. -
Pollinator gardens can be effective educational tools
Published on November 14, 2012
Food systems and ecology are tied together and can be demonstrated in pollinator gardens.