Hello, my name is Amanda Dow, I am a junior at Kalamazoo College majoring in Biology with a concentration in Environmental Studies and a minor in English. I enjoy spending time outdoors, reading in my hammock, and I love the water. I have lived around lakes and...
By Amanda Dow, MLSA Intern I recently attended the Michigan Inland Lakes Convention, where the topic was “Conserving Lakes in a Changing Environment,” a topic I find very relevant to our current times, with both climate change and the COVID-19 pandemic. Instead of...
The Black Lake Preservation Society is a nonprofit partner of MLSA and they are doing some interesting and tech savvy work for their lake. Check out their webpage called Eyes On The Lake to see their exciting approach to lake monitoring and keeping their residents...
By Craig DeSimone, Regional Leader We had a great discussion in September with 14 lakes. Hot topics were established lake level, AIS control vendor reviews, lake association board composition, and newsletters. We were pleased to be joined by a few guest lakes from...
The swift expansion of European frog-bit from coastal marshes to inland waterbodies is alarming. Although occurrences are increasing, there is still an opportunity to slow and prevent its spread if we can get the word out. We are asking the public to report sightings...
Invasive species pose a threat to Michigan’s environment, economy, and sometimes even human health. What is at stake? What is being done? This webinar series will explore how agencies, universities and locally led organizations are working together to protect...
The newsletter is a few hours early this month because we are just so excited to share the news! Read why and share freely here: https://mailchi.mp/mymlsa.org/october2020
by Melissa DeSimone, MLSA Executive Director At our Southwest Michigan regional meeting, a great question came up: Who are all the conservation organizations around the state and what do they do? In education we would call all the acronyms for various programs and...
We are excited to bring you another issue of The Michigan Riparian magazine featuring Gull Lake and their ongoing dam improvement project. It should hit mailboxes in mid-October but you can get a sneak peak with your MLSA membership by logging in to the member section...
Did you miss our newsletter? Would you like to share it with a friend? You can access it here: https://mailchi.mp/mymlsa.org/september2020
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Let’s get together to discuss AIS in your water: Prevention Techniques – What works for you and what would you like to try? Control Methods – Do you need new ideas or do you have ideas that others may be able to use? Special Assessment Districts...
Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts about Michigan Lakes and Streams Association. We want to know your opinion on The Michigan Riparian magazine, this newsletter, our publications, our website, everything! This organization exists because of your generous...
Register for the Virtual 2020 Michigan Inland Lakes Convention! Information on keynote speakers; Dr. Kendra Spence Cheruvelil of MSU, Dr. Robert Thorson of the University of Connecticut, and the full convention program is on our 2020 Program Page. First up on...
By: Melissa DeSimone, Executive Director and Paul J. Sniadecki, Board Director Over the last few years, MLSA has heard the concerns of many of our members about the wave action of large wakeboats around inland lakes and waterways. The Michigan Riparian magazine has...
By: Paul J. Sniadecki, Board Director MLSA has continued its follow-up with Sarah LeSage, Aquatic Invasive Species Program Coordinator, Water Resources Division, Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) concerning the status of the 2020...
From Amanda Bell, Hydrologist, USGS Upper Midwest Water Science Center The State of Michigan has selected water bodies of high importance to study for harmful algal blooms (HAB) based on recreational or drinking water use. US Geological Survey (USGS) will work with...
NALMS is the North American Lake Management Society, they produce the magazine LakeLine, this issue is intended to serve as a general primer on lakes for the many lake and watershed residents and associations across the country, who help to safeguard the integrity of...
The DNR is responsible for nearly 4.6 million acres of public lands owned by Michigan residents. When these lands – state parks, trails, game and wildlife areas, forests and other resources – are well managed, they contribute significantly to the health of Michigan’s...
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