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Summer 2019: High Great Lakes levels likely for lakes Michigan, Huron
Published on May 15, 2019
Infrastructure damage and beach erosion highly possible for coastal communities. -
The role of fire in forest ecosystems
Published on May 15, 2019
Most people learn early on in life that fire is a bad thing, having been warned of its dangers by their parents, or perhaps learning the lesson first-hand from sitting a little too close to a campfire. -
Videos from the 2019 South Haven workshop address Lake Michigan fisheries management, prey fish, and mass marking
Published on May 14, 2019
In case you missed it, new videos highlight presentations on the state of Lake Michigan fisheries. -
Local governments weigh in on Grand River Waterway dredging project that would destroy fish habitat
Published on May 9, 2019
State funding was appropriated for channelization of 22.5 miles of the Grand River. Downstream communities are voicing concerns over long-term economic and environmental costs. -
Wolves of Isle Royale offer unique opportunity to learn about predator-prey relationships
Published on May 1, 2019
The American wolf population is declining, providing us an opportunity to understand predator-prey relationships. -
BeLeaf It of Not! Video project
Published on April 26, 2019
While many other good forestry videos can be found, “BeLeaf It or Not!” targets elementary school classrooms, with a “Bill Nye the Science Guy” approach, about a wide range of forest and forestry topics. -
The GLANSIS Map Explorer: Tracking Great Lakes Invaders
Published on April 25, 2019
The Great Lakes Aquatic Nonindigenous Species Information System (GLANSIS) is a user-friendly information portal designed specifically for the Great Lakes basin, using verified reports to document the spread of non-native species. -
Registration now required to sell non-native aquatic plants
Published on April 19, 2019
According to a new law, all retailers of live non-native aquatic organisms must now register yearly with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. -
Aquatic plant species prohibited from sale in Michigan
Published on April 19, 2019
There are currently 18 aquatic plant species that are prohibited from sale in Michigan as they pose a threat to the local ecosystem. -
Collaborative study seeks to find out how Great Lakes invaders are influencing fish diets
Published on April 18, 2019
Michigan State University is leading a comprehensive study of trout, salmon and walleye diets in Lake Huron and Lake Michigan. This far-reaching effort would not be possible without the contributions of many partner organizations and individuals.