News

New watershed maps reflect Michigan’s updated legislative boundaries

Published on March 24, 2023
Residents and elected officials can use this information to inform their actions regarding local water quality.
A look below the ice at fish behavior

Published on February 1, 2022
Learn more about lake ecology with Michigan State University Extension’s Introduction to Lakes Online course.
Grow your appreciation for Michigan’s inland lakes with the Introduction to Lakes Online course

Published on November 17, 2021
The award-winning inland lakes course will be back in session in January 2022.
Water School webinar series highlights water policy

Published on September 3, 2021
Local decision-makers play a key role in managing and protecting the water quality of our freshwater resources.
Water quantity webinar addresses water availability and use

Published on June 28, 2021
Local decision-makers play a key role in managing our freshwater resources.
MSU’s Michigan Water School receives $100K grant from Erb Family Foundation to partner with the National Charrette Institute

Published on June 24, 2021
Water School helps local and state officials and others increase their knowledge about water management and gain access to tools and resources to help impact their local economy.
MSU Extension offers free online Michigan Water School webinar series for elected and appointed officials and their staff

Published on September 8, 2020
Understanding the state’s water resources is important for making sound water management decisions.
Learn about lakes, streams, and watersheds with MSU Extension

Published on April 24, 2020
Whether you want to dip your toes or take a deep dive, we have an educational experience for you.
Michigan’s 2020 Citizen Science Lake Monitoring Program

Published on April 15, 2020
The Cooperative Lakes Monitoring Program is on hiatus until 2021, but there are lake monitoring options for 2020.
Local Officials Can Explore Rouge River Watershed through Michigan Water School

Published on August 27, 2019
The Erb Family Foundation and Pure Oakland Water are partnering with Michigan State University Extension and Rouge River Watershed Council by offering scholarships to help elected officials protect local water resources.