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Celebrate Septic Smart Week
Published on September 1, 2015
The United States EPA is celebrating the third annual Septic Smart Week from Sept 21 to Sept 25 to promote better use and maintenance of septic system nationwide. -
Woody debris in urban watersheds - Not so cut and dried
Published on September 1, 2015
Understanding the critical and beneficial role that woody debris plays in a river's ecology and how to properly manage it is crucial when dealing with large woody debris issues in urban watersheds. -
Reducing nutrient loss
Published on September 1, 2015
Three ways farmers can protect water quality. -
Army of volunteers put state's frogs in good hands
Published on August 31, 2015
20-year Michigan Frog and Toad Survey provides insights into Michigan’s amphibians, including declining species. -
Keeping your residential beach safe for friends and family
Published on August 20, 2015
Being confident that your beach is safe for use by family and friends is important to waterfront property owners. A current participant in Michigan State University Extension’s Lake & Stream Leaders Institute shares some helpful tips. -
Oakland County, Michigan adopts cooperative invasive species management area strategies
Published on August 18, 2015
Oakland County CISMA creates innovative strategies to facilitate invasive species control across property boundaries. -
Native plants: hard working beauty at your shoreline
Published on August 18, 2015
Let native plants work for you! They are functional and beautiful, and more importantly, belong here. -
MiCorps training aids in early detection of invasive species
Published on August 18, 2015
It takes many volunteers to help keep Michigan’s lakes and streams healthy. What volunteers found at Eagle Lake in Cass County was a surprise. -
Spread the word, not the species
Published on August 18, 2015
Education is key to preventing aquatic invasive species in Michigan. -
Protecting Michigan’s waters: What can you do?
Published on August 17, 2015
Individuals can have a positive impact on water quality and quantity by changing some actions to reduce stormwater.