Legislation Watch – HB 4257 & 4265 – anaerobic digester bills
This spring has brought quite a few bills in the House and Senate for us to watch. We are always on the lookout for bills that will affect our mission - the preservation and protection of Michigan’s inland waterways. Septic code legislation may be coming up, and we...
May 2025 Newsletter is up!
Thanks for your patience. After an awesome conference, we took some time to recover before putting out the latest newsletter. It is absolutely worth the wait because it is FULL of important news and programs for lake and stream enthusiasts like you! Read, share,...
Harmful Algal Blooms: What you need to know
As you start to enjoy warmer weather and are out on the water, you may start to see algal blooms. There may be concern about whether what you see is harmless or harmful. Below you will find a handy list of resources to help you decide if you should be concerned...
Boating Safety Reminders – just in time for the boating season
by Cpl. Jill Miller, Marine Specialist, MI DNR Law Enforcement Division If you are thinking of boating on Michigan waters, here are some safety tips I’d like to share before heading out. Always wear your life jacket. Accidents can happen at any time, so you need to be...
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