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Great Lakes Literacy, Principles Four & Five – Water makes Earth habitable
Published on May 24, 2012
Great Lakes Literacy is an understanding of the Great Lakes’ influence on you and your influence on the Great Lakes. Principles Four & Five focus on the fundamental importance of water to all living things. -
If you build it they will come - restoring wildlife habitat in the St. Clair River Area of Concern
Published on May 23, 2012
Cleaning up pollution and restoring the Great Lakes is not an easy or quick process. Progress is being made in the St. Clair River Area of Concern thanks to the hard work of many individuals, local groups and state and federal agencies. -
Natural resources a hot topic at sustainable communities certificate course
Published on May 16, 2012
Michigan’s natural resources – our fields, forests, lakes, streams and wetlands – contribute greatly to a community’s ability to develop without compromising future generations. -
Protect Michigan water resources and grow healthy lawns with "Go Green" tip sheet
Published on May 3, 2012
Updated lawn care tip sheet reflects recent changes to the Michigan Fertilizer Law regarding lawn fertilizer and its application. -
Modifying your shoreline property? Check local regulations first – Part 1
Published on April 25, 2012
Checking local zoning regulations is the first step for shoreline property owners considering major landscaping projects. The first part of this series outlines shoreline zoning ordinance goals and common provisions. -
Modifying your shoreline property? Check local regulations first – Part 2
Published on April 25, 2012
Checking local zoning regulations is the first step for shoreline property owners considering major landscaping projects. The second part of this series outlines additional shoreline buffer provisions and sources of information. -
Yes! We are restoring the Detroit River’s Area of Concern
Published on April 25, 2012
Cleaning up pollution and restoring the Great Lakes is not an easy or quick process. Progress is being made in the Detroit River Area of Concern thanks to the hard work of many individuals, local groups and state and federal agencies. -
Managing waste: Household septic systems - Part 2
Published on April 23, 2012
Use and maintenance of septic systems will extend their ensure their success, protect individuals and protect the environment. -
Managing waste: Household septic systems - Part 1
Published on April 3, 2012
Understanding how a household wastewater treatment system works can help protect an individual’s health and the environment. -
Protecting your forest trees and soil during spring thaw
Published on April 3, 2012
In many rural areas of Michigan, the effects of snow melt and spring thaw can make the soils in your woodland vulnerable to rutting from vehicle traffic and can damage valuable tree roots attached to trees adjacent to two-track trails and wood roads.