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Impact from blown down trees can leave lasting scars on the forest floor
Published on November 20, 2015
Trees blown down or knocked over in wind events heave up mounds of dirt in root balls which remain long after the roots and stumps have decayed leaving irregular humps and divots throughout forested landscapes. -
How healthy is Michigan’s longest river?
Published on November 20, 2015
Grand River in the spotlight at Tenth Annual Water Quality Forum. -
Phragmites invasions harm riparian ecology: Part 2
Published on November 19, 2015
Non-native invasive species increase liabilities of fires and flooding. Properties at risk of fire or flood experience reduced property value. -
New Michigan Science Standards adopted
Published on November 19, 2015
Michigan – a leader in developing the Next Generation Science Standards – adopts new Michigan Science Standards. -
Working waterfronts – a national context: Part 1
Published on November 18, 2015
National Working Waterfronts and Waterways conference in Florida highlights ongoing challenges, opportunities. -
Climate change projections along with expanding invasive pest ranges pose a serious threat to forest
Published on November 17, 2015
Assessing the climates impact on natural resources indicates warming temperatures will have impacts on our region’s forest resources. Beneficial longer growing seasons come with new invasive pest species which threaten the health of the forest. -
Oriental bittersweet: An aggressive, invasive plant
Published on November 13, 2015
A beautiful plant along the roadways in late fall, Oriental bittersweet is a threat to native environments by aggressively choking out other woody plants. Collecting can cause spreading. -
Dormant forests
Published on November 12, 2015
One of the best tools to maintain forest health is knowledge. More “eyes” in the forest serves to help catch exotic invaders early and increases the chances of successful eradication. -
Dangerous currents in the Great Lakes
Published on November 12, 2015
Tips for safely enjoying Michigan’s beautiful beaches. -
Climate science, Part 1
Published on November 12, 2015
What is climate literacy?