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EGLE Webinar- Containing the First Hydrilla Infestation in Michigan
Online WebinarThe mythic Hydra was a water serpent that sprouted two heads for every one cut off. In a similar fashion, hydrilla - said to be the most invasive aquatic plant in the world - can grow new plants from stem fragments, making it a formidable challenge to control. That challenge now faces Michigan, where hydrilla […]
Empowering Students to Take Action on Invasive Species
Online WebinarIf you’re looking for a successful model for infusing invasive species education in the classroom, Lake Superior State University’s Beth Christiansen has one. “Invading Classrooms: Empowering Students to Take Action on Invasive Species” brings together students, teachers, natural resource mentors, and staff from LSSU’s Center for Freshwater Research and Education to conduct hands-on research into […]
Understanding Red Swamp Crayfish Spread in Southeastern Michigan
Online WebinarInvasive red swamp crayfish are found in small ponds and drainages in southeastern Michigan, in areas with a high potential for spread to nearby bodies of water. Dr. Jared Homola of the USGS Wisconsin Cooperative Fishery Research Unit will discuss a project in collaboration with Michigan State University and the Michigan DNR using cutting-edge genetic […]
SepticSmart 2024 – Septic System 101
Online WebinarMichigan’s residents rely on over 1.3 million septic systems to treat the wastewater generated in their homes. Proper septic system use, and routine care, are vital to protecting public health, preserving our highly-valued groundwater, lakes, streams, and waterways. Learning about septic systems can help you avoid costly repairs. Webinar attendees will learn about: the basics […]
A Celebration of National Stormwater Day
Online WebinarOn November 16, 1990, the Federal Register announced the promulgation of Phase I of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System stormwater program making this a defining day for the stormwater sector. Join EGLE staff 34 years later as they highlight EGLE’s programs to manage stormwater for the protection of surface water quality in Michigan. The […]
2024 Great Lakes PFAS Summit
Online WebinarPer- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) continue to present some of the biggest challenges in chemical contamination across the world. States throughout the nation, including the Great Lakes region, are finding PFAS contamination in a growing number of locations where these persistent chemicals pose a threat to human health and the environment. The Great Lakes PFAS Summit […]
Don’t Let It Loose! Protecting Michigan’s Waterways from Pesky Pets and Plants
Online WebinarAquariums and water gardens provide peace and serenity to homes and public spaces; however, they also are home to non-native animals and plants that don’t belong in the wild. Since 2015, Michigan State University Extension has been empowering aquarium and water garden retailers to make sound stocking decisions and to share the “don’t let it […]
EGLE Virtual Listening Session: Protect Michigan’s Land and Water
Online WebinarEGLE is starting another round of input on implementation of the Michigan Healthy Climate Plan (Michigan.gov/MiHealthyClimatePlan). For this session, we are soliciting input on the priorities across the action areas under “Protect Michigan’s Land and Water,” (working lands/agriculture), including these priority actions to meet our climate goals: • As a part of the national ‘America […]
From Source to Tap: EGLE Drinking Water Webinar
Online WebinarFrom Source to Tap: Implementing a Resilient Source Water Protection Plan with Innovative Management Strategies This webinar will explore the critical importance of source water protection planning for safeguarding community water supplies. The City of Kalamazoo, Michigan will share their 25 years of source water protection experience with a focus on practical management strategies to […]
Finding and Managing Invasive Lesser Celandine
Online WebinarNot MI Species Webinar Series: Now you see me, now you don’t! The trick of finding and managing invasive lesser celandine. In 2024, lesser celandine (Ficaria verna), a spring ephemeral plant found in forest floodplains, was added to Michigan’s watch list. With this plant, timing is critical; it appears very early in spring and hides […]