Still the same MLSA you know – We hope you enjoy this bright, new brand identity, which represents the concept of Michigan’s inland waterways and the community, education, and protection that support them. The layered natural shapes within the logo mark...
Read the latest MLSA news and enjoy this warm fall. Remember to subscribe and share. When sharing, make sure to direct people to this link on our website so they don’t accidentally unsubscribe you, that’s been happening a lot lately! October Newsletter...
Take part in the study through Western Michigan University and Michigan Geological Survey, learn more: https://mailchi.mp/mymlsa.org/pfas-foam-study-on-lakes Michigan Lakes PFAS Foam Reporting Request Western Michigan University, in partnership with the Michigan...
We asked: Why did you join the board? Heather Huffstutler: Water has always been at the center of my life. As the daughter of a Coast Guardsman, I grew up with a deep respect for lakes, rivers, and open spaces, and that sense of connection has carried me through my...
More updates, more opportunties, another newsletter – read all about it! https://mailchi.mp/mymlsa.org/september-2025-newsletter-2
Jump into lakes and stewardship with both feet on World Lake Day, Aug. 27 Join the United Nations’ first annual recognition With more than 11,000 lakes in our midst and four Great Lakes surrounding us, you could say every day is lake day in Michigan. But Wednesday,...
Sending this out early so everyone knows about World Lake Day, which is happening August 27th. Everyone needs an excuse to get out there and enjoy their lake anytime! Read, share, and engage with us: https://mailchi.mp/mymlsa.org/september-2025-newsletter
MLSA Around the State Melissa DeSimone, MLSA Executive Director, speaks on a panel with DNR, EGLE, the local Sheriff, and Legislators about topics important to lake residents in West Bloomfield. Topics included wake boat concerns, permitting for lake levels and dams,...
In-depth Water-Quality Investigation on Torch Lake, Antrim County, MI By Lon Nordeen, MLSA Secretary Based on discussions with Dr. Dale M. Robertson, Research Hydrologist, U.S. Geological Survey, Upper Midwest Water Science Center (dzrobert@usgs.gov), with input from...
Findings released in SAFL Wake Boat Study, Phase II Pictured above: Screenshots from the publicly available videos showing the disturbance of the lake bottom and water column by a passing wake boat. This is just a quick example of findings from the Saint Anthony Falls...
Read the August 2025 newsletter now. Some of this was so important, we couldn’t even wait the one day to share it in August. So check it out now and, as always, let us know what you think and share it widely.
MLSA Executive Director speaks at a series of Lakes Townhalls with local Representatives, EGLE, and MEC On Monday, July 28th, the room was packed with concerned citizens at the Portage Lake Yacht Club in Pinckney, MI. Local legislators invited constituents and experts...
Lots of great news and updates for you. Start Lakes Appreciation Month off with our July Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/mymlsa.org/july-2025-newsletter Remember to share with your neighbors and let us know what you think!
by Lon Nordeen, MLSA Secretary; Rusty Gowland, Black Lake Preservation Society; and Kyle Chapman, Bass Lake Improvement Board It is that time of year when people want to swim, wade, boat, and play in Michigan’s 10,000+ inland lakes. However, it is also the time when...
The MiCorps AIS Detection Blitz is a statewide community science event aimed at identifying and documenting aquatic invasive species, such as zebra mussels, Eurasian watermilfoil, or anything else you suspect might be invasive in Michigan’s lakes, rivers, and...
HABs Social Media Kit Brought to you by Michigan Sea Grant! Lake Associations have asked for social media and educational resources to share and Michigan Sea Grant has answered the call. You are now free to use materials in a Harmful Algal Blooms Education social...
Focusing on how Michiganders engage with the water wonderland around us by Jeff Johnston, EGLE Public Information Officer Just as the waters of the Great Lakes Basin are interconnected, in many ways, Michiganders – and our emotional, mental, and physical well-being –...
Read about all the great upcoming news and events for June 2025: https://mailchi.mp/mymlsa.org/june-2025-newsletter Subscribe and share to never miss an update and enjoy your summer!
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...
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,...
