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Planning, partnerships are keys to effective water management
Published on February 23, 2012
Water users in Michigan can work together to reduce water use conflicts and share available water. Planning for future water availability can reduce the risks of conflicts and ensure that needs are consistent with the availability of water resources. -
What’s a water trail?
Published on February 23, 2012
Water trails are showing up along waterways across the country, offering recreation to users and economic spark to communities. -
Do your part to protect water quality
Published on February 21, 2012
Become a riparian steward by taking simple steps to manage shoreline property. -
Aquatic invasive species in Michigan
Published on February 20, 2012
Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) threaten the health and vitality of Michigan’s Great Lakes and inland waters. AIS compete with native species for food and habitat, disrupt aquatic food webs, impact water quality and cost the state millions. -
Great Lakes Literacy, Principle One – bodies of fresh water connected to each other and to the world
Published on February 20, 2012
Great Lakes Literacy is an understanding of the Great Lakes’ influence on you and your influence on the Great Lakes. Principle One focuses on Great Lakes connections. -
Boaters and anglers can help slow the spread of invasive species
Published on February 17, 2012
By following the Inspect, Remove, Drain, Dispose, and Spray, Rinse, or Dry protocol, boaters and anglers can help protect their favorite lakes and streams from invasive species. -
Water Policy in Michigan balances human and ecological needs
Published on February 17, 2012
Michigan applies property law and regulation to balance water uses by humans and natural systems and implement the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact. -
New report highlights green infrastructure importance
Published on February 16, 2012
As Michigan emerges from the deep recession and economic turmoil, our green infrastructure will be an important economic development driver. A new MSU study shows that natural amenities can have a positive impact on population, income and jobs. -
Workshop emphasizes the importance of natural shorelines on inland lakes
Published on February 16, 2012
Homeowners learn how to create, restore and manage natural shorelines to protect water quality. -
Tree growth can be improved by thinning forest stands
Published on February 15, 2012
Sunlight is a vital component for all plant growth and development, in a fully or overstocked forest, trees struggling for space and light are less vigorous and slower growing then those with sufficient access to light. Proper thinning can improve stand qu