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Lake Huron Walleye – where are all these fish coming from?
Published on May 16, 2013
A growing Saginaw Bay walleye population contributes to a broader Lake Huron fish community, as well as many anglers’ catch. -
Low impact Development: Putting the LID on flooding
Published on May 15, 2013
Recent flooding serves as a reminder that upstream stormwater management efforts can reduce impacts at home and downstream. -
Seven questions that can help forest landowners clarify their goals
Published on May 15, 2013
Having clear goals for your forested land is critical in developing a forest management plan for your property. It’s easier to define those goals by answering a few simple questions. -
Forest ecosystem more than just trees
Published on May 12, 2013
The spring season is an excellent time to venture into Michigan’s vast forestlands to enjoy many of the plants, wildlife, mushrooms and other elements of a forest ecosystem. -
Knowing about fire behavior can protect your home from wildfire
Published on May 12, 2013
Every spring, homeowners should inspect their property to eliminate hazards that can burn their homes and damage their property from spreading wildfires. -
Of woods and woodcocks
Published on May 5, 2013
Woodcocks are a wonderful signal of the arrival of spring in northern Michigan, but habitat loss is threatening the bird's survival. -
Dangerous currents workshops scheduled for early June
Published on May 1, 2013
As deaths increase on Lake Michigan due to drowning by dangerous currents, three workshops are scheduled to help communities save lives of beachgoers. -
Positive attitudes toward an improving Lake Huron fishery
Published on April 30, 2013
Annual spring Lake Huron fisheries workshops bring coastal communities together with fisheries scientists and decision makers, sharing good news regarding the status of this diverse and valuable fishery. -
New guidebook suggests planning and zoning essentials to protecting water quality
Published on April 27, 2013
Inclusion of six essential elements in master plans and zoning ordinances can help protect Michigan’s water quality. New water quality protection guidebook can help rural communities understand and include those provisions in their plans and regulations. -
Establishing a legal lake level on your inland lake -- Part 2
Published on April 26, 2013
State law regulates the process of establishing, constructing and maintaining a legal lake level.