Conferences & Events
Events
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2026 Legislative Update Webinar with MLR Advocates
So, what happened at the Minnesota Legislature this year? Join MLR for an update on the 2026 legislative session and what new policies, proposals, and emerging issues could mean for Minnesota lakes, rivers, lake associations, and local advocates. Register here.
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Genomic Surveillance of Zebra Mussel Populations Using Genotyping by Sequencing – July 8
Zebra mussels have expanded to at least 32 states in the USA, and the cost of prevention and mitigation of zebra mussel infestations continues to grow. Timely information on sources of spread is critical for advising prevention efforts. Previous research carried out by our group utilized population genomics to characterize zebra mussels in >60 waterbodies... Read more »
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Restoring our Underwater Forests: Can Native Revegetation Enhance Invasion Resistance in Lakes? – September 9
Current efforts to manage invasive plants in lakes rely on repeated herbicide treatments, which are costly and rarely lead to long-term control or native plant recovery. Revegetation, or the active reintroduction of native plants, may be a means to improve long-term resilience by making lakes more resistant to reinvasion. We are conducting in-lake restoration trials... Read more »
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MN COLA September Membership Meeting – September 15
Hold the date. The September Membership meeting will be held on September 15, 2026.
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MGLP Lake Conservation Series: Disentangling the historical impacts of warming and fishing on exploited freshwater fish populations – October 13
Climate warming is reshaping thermal habitats in inland lakes, often reducing suitable conditions for cold- and cool-water species while expanding habitat for warm-water species. This shift raises an important management question: can redirecting recreational harvest pressure toward warm-water species help buffer climate-driven declines in vulnerable cooler-water fisheries? In this presentation, Luoliang Xu will introduce this... Read more »
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MGLP Lake Conservation Series: Lake weeds or plant communities? Some thoughts on EWM management, control prioritization, and new work to nurture care and appreciation – October 20
This presentation will start with some findings about Eurasian watermilfoil management and management prioritization – in that work, we wanted to better understand and provide context to some of the effects of whole lake herbicide treatments we observed in survey data. From there, we developed a model to predict lakes likely to experience future EWM... Read more »
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MGLP Lake Conservation Series: Protecting Land for Water Quality – Watershed-Based Land Conservation Strategies – October 27
Nonpoint source (NPS) pollution, or polluted runoff, is the predominant cause of water quality problems in the United States. Land protection can play a critical role in protecting waters by maintaining forests, riparian buffers, and other critical natural areas that filter polluted runoff. Protected lands also help ensure the durability of water quality restoration by... Read more »
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MGLP Lake Conservation Series: Walleye stocking success in the Midwestern USA – November 17
Robert Davis & Daniel Isermann discuss factors involved in walleye stocking. This study evaluated stocking success of Walleye in lakes and reservoirs across the Midwestern United States to inform stocking practices for state agencies. Demand for Walleye stocking may increase if climate change limits the potential for natural recruitment in lakes. Consequently, the strategic distribution... Read more »
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MN COLA December Membership Meeting – December 8
Hold the date. The December Membership meeting will be held on December 8, 2026.