• Asian long-horned beetle

    Published on January 14, 2016
    The Asian long-horned beetle is one of those exotic species that can be serious forest game-changers. It’s in North American but not yet in Michigan. Anyone interested in forests should keep an eye out for this insect.

  • Snowmobile safety: Things to know before you go

    Published on January 13, 2016
    Lifesaving tips for one of Michigan’s most popular winter sports.

  • Exploring place-based education from the student perspective

    Published on January 13, 2016
    Michigan Sea Grant and NE MI GLSI share a new report that explores place-based education from the perspective of the students involved.

  • Hemlock woolly adelgid

    Published on January 12, 2016
    The hemlock woolly adelgid has caused high mortality among eastern hemlock, making permanent changes to forests in many eastern states. The adelgid has reached Michigan several times but early detection has led to eradication.

  • How dense can you get?

    Published on January 11, 2016
    Forest density is a critical measure that strongly affects forest health, plant composition, stand structure, and ecological function. Forest density is easily measured and can be managed.

  • Site selection is important when planting tree seedlings

    Published on December 30, 2015
    Several variables need to be considered when scouting for locations to plant tree seedlings. Soil conditions along with moisture availability, slope, aspect and light availability are among the conditions to factor into the decision making process.

  • Cosmetics containing microbeads will soon be breaking the law

    Published on December 29, 2015
    President signs legislation to reduce microbead pollution in the Great Lakes and beyond.

  • Habitat provided by eastern hemlock forests may be in jeopardy

    Published on December 29, 2015
    The hemlock woolly adelgid is an invasive forest pest that threatens to establish itself in Michigan’s hemlock forests.

  • Museum explores west Michigan’s fisheries heritage

    Published on December 28, 2015
    A new exhibit at Tri-Cities Historical Museum in Grand Haven looks at Lake Michigan commercial fishing stories and changes in the industry through the years.

  • New study tests temperature in live wells

    Published on December 28, 2015
    Many catch-and-release fishing tournaments require anglers to hold fish on board for hours at a time, but do live wells get too hot for fish?