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Supporting Michigan's Future through Community, Food & Environment Programming: 2023 Impacts

Online Program Increases Stewardship of Inland Lakes

Additional Areas of Impact: 

Business & Entrepreneurship Government & Community Vitality Finance & Homeownership

In 2023...

156,681

acres of land were protected, enhanced, restored, or managed sustainably with MSU Extension assistance.

9,590

participants used ecosystem-based management strategies in their resource management decision making.

218

stewardship projects were completed by participants across programs.

Success Stories

  • Engaging virtual audiences in conservation topics to enhance natural resource stewardship

    Published on April 15, 2024
    Programming that includes science-based knowledge and best practices in conservation enhances stewardship of Michigan’s natural resource assets, which in turn, strengthens communities.

  • Enhancing resource management and healthy ecosystems through conservation stewardship and citizen science education

    Published on April 15, 2024
    The Michigan Conservation Stewards Program (CSP) brings together local conservation and stewardship communities through ecosystem-based learning experiences.

  • Leveraging natural resources to foster healthy habits and reduce stress

    Published on April 15, 2024
    After several months of group study, reading, and research, MSU Extension educators at Tollgate Farm were certified as forest therapy guides.

  • Strengthening stewardship of inland lakes through online education

    Published on April 15, 2024
    Through the Introduction to Lakes Online course, participants engage with science-based information on lake ecology, watersheds, natural shorelines, aquatic plants, water law and community engagement.

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