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Enrollment now open: Popular MSU Extension Introduction to Lakes Online course returns in January 2027

Published on September 28, 2026
The course equips participants with the knowledge and tools needed to make informed decisions and become effective stewards of Michigan's inland lakes.
Steelhead season outlook from Great Lakes Angler Diary

Published on September 21, 2026
All signs point to good fishing ahead in most Lake Michigan tributaries, with a couple of caveats.
Registration is open for the ‘Dirty Work Field Day’ on Managing Invasives and Solving Site Challenges

Published on September 15, 2026
Geared toward professional landscapers and nursery operators, this hands-on field day will prepare you for what’s to come with new invasive species and regulations. Plus, you can earn pesticide applicator credits at the same time.
Is your water garden having a RIPPLE effect on Michigan's waterways?

Published on September 10, 2026
While water gardens add beauty to backyards, it is important to be aware of the risks associated with aquatic invasive species and to prevent escape.
Lake Huron fisheries: A tale of challenges and opportunities

Published on September 10, 2026
Jim Johnson and Tuffy Cross spent decades learning from the lake and helped to ensure its fisheries story is told.
4-H campers dive into the invasive species challenge facing the Great Lakes

Published on September 9, 2026
Managing invasive species is as much a human challenge as an ecological one, campers discover.
How to assess the trees in your yard for oak wilt risk

Published on September 8, 2026
Learn more about oak wilt risk factors and what time of year is best to prune oak trees.
Is this aquatic plant invasive?

Published on September 2, 2026
Learn to distinguish between invasive and native aquatic plants of Michigan with our series of illustrated identification cards.
New LakeCare initiative expands MSU Extension’s shoreline stewardship work in northern Michigan

Published on September 1, 2026
New funding will strengthen shoreline conservation efforts among state, Tribal and federal partners while supporting the creation of an MSU Extension shoreline educator position.
Aren't all green algal blooms harmful?

Published on August 31, 2026
Learn about filamentous green algae -- it may be green but it’s not hazardous