How beavers are reviving wetlands
From: BBC.com We are losing wetlands three times faster than forests, according to the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands. When it comes to restoring them to their natural state there is one hero with remarkable powers …
Loons are returning to Michigan lakes; where to look for these graceful birds
From: Mlive.com After months of snowy silence, the soul-stirring call of the common loon is returning to Michigan’s wilds. Loons are now migrating north after spending the winter along the coastal United States. Michigan sightings …
Decon, didymo and DIY: Get ready for summer with NotMISpecies webinars
From: Michigan DNR Now that temperatures finally are warming up across Michigan, it’s time to head outdoors! Whether you’re planning a weekend on the water or digging into a landscaping project, this summer’s NotMISpecies webinars …
MSU Extension helps to educate on and prevent invasive species
From: michigansthumb.com Invasive species of plants and animals have been a problem in Michigan waters for hundreds of years, ever since they were introduced through international trips between America and Europe between the 1800s to …
DNR says fish kills may be common during spring thaw
From: Michigan Dept. of Natural Resources After ice and snow cover melt on Michigan lakes early this spring, it may be more likely for people to discover dead fish or other aquatic animals. While such …
Michigan DNR has successful Great Lakes fisheries survey year
From: Michigan DNR The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has completed its annual Great Lakes survey season, conducted on all of our Great Lakes waters from April to November 2021. The data from these surveys …
DNR finalizes walleye management plan for inland waters
From: Michigan DNR With an aim toward maximizing both angler satisfaction and the ecological benefits of the state’s walleye fisheries, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources has finalized a plan to guide the department’s management …
Prevention is Best Defense Against Aquatic Invasive Species
From: Discoverwestman.com Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) continue to be a concern for Manitobans as boaters and anglers travel from affected areas to lakes and rivers. Last week the Province shared a media release reminding boaters, …
Watch now: UW study finds climate change doesn’t lead to more lake algae
From: Madison.com As the Earth’s climate warms, hurricanes are becoming more powerful and wildfires more fierce. Storms are more intense, triggering bigger, more frequent floods. But a scientist at UW-Madison has found one phenomenon that’s …
Invasive aquatic plant is spreading in Michigan lakes and rivers
From: Michiganradio.org Tom Alwin is an aquatic biologist with the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE). He’s removing European frog-bit from a backwater area in Pentwater River State Game Area. Credit Courtesy: EGLE …