Michigan Inland Lakes Partnership

Many organizations offer online learning opportunities. The list below highlights many current lake-related online events. These events welcome lake professionals and the public.

Events Listing

All times Eastern. "$" indicates there may be a cost to participate.

NEW December 9-10: International Invasive Species and Climate Change Conference. Host: North American Invasive Species Association.

NEW December 10: Aquatic Invasive Species and Ecosystem Risk Assessment Symposium. Host: Massachusetts Water Resources Research Center. 

NEW December 15, Noon: Managing Eurasian watermilfoil with burlap barrier: Response of biological communities and nutrients. Presented by Ann Briem, Grand Valley State University. Host, Benzie Conservation District.

NEW January 14, 9:00 AM: In a stranglehold: Can we prevent invasive mussels from muscling in on native populations? Presented by Michael Hillary, Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Host: Michigan Department of Natural Resources.

January - March, 2026: Introduction to Lakes Online course. (6 week course. Enroll by January 27.) Host: Michigan State University Extension Center for Lakes and Streams. $

February 17-19, 2026: 2026 Invasive Species Forum. Host: Invasive Species Centre. 

You may also wish to explore these websites for additional events, recordings of past events, and more: 

Michigan Inland Lakes Convention presentation recordings

Michigan Lakes and Streams Association

Michigan State University Extension Center for Lakes and Streams

Midwest Glacial Lakes Partnership

North American Lake Management Society

To have your live webinar or virtual event included here, contact us.