Conferences & Events
An Underwater Tour through a North Country Lake! – June 28
This in-person session is June 28 from 9:30-11:00 am at the Cass County Land Office, 218 Washburn Avenue E, Backus, MN 56435 Dr. Bruce R. Carlson, a retired professor from the University... Read more »
Native & Natural: A Shoreland Preservation and Restoration Tour
Register: $20 per person -- reserve now! Seating limited to 54 Use the QR code or go to https://nativenaturalshorelandtour.evenbrite.com Gather at 8:00 am at Sunshine's Summerhouse at 2008 Hill Drive... Read more »
Starry Trek 2024
Join us at locations across Minnesota for a day of searching for starry stonewort, mystery snails, and other aquatic invasive species!
Changing Water Quality in Itasca County Lakes – September 5
The September session of Itasca Waters’ Water Wisdom focuses on “Changing water quality in Itasca County lakes.” The webinar is from noon – 1 CT on September 5. The northeast... Read more »
MN COLA Membership Meeting – September 17th
We have three important topics on the docket: Concerns from the rise of vacation home rentals in lake country Septic systems and their impact to water quality The upcoming statewide... Read more »
Being Septic Smart – September 17
Septic systems are a key element to keeping our lakes and rivers healthy. Waterfront property owners need to be aware of maintenance needs of septic systems and the University of... Read more »
MAISRC 2024 Showcase – in person! – September 25
Photo, University of Minnesota, MAISRC This event is in-person and gives you a great opportunity to see what’s happening at MAISRC, meet the researchers, and connect with other water stewards... Read more »
PFAS in Water: How did they get there and why are they so challenging to address? – October 3
The October session of Itasca Waters’ Water Wisdom focuses on “PFAS in Water: How did they get there and why are they so challenging to address?” The webinar is from noon... Read more »
Learning from the past to manage inland lake fisheries for the future – October 8
This free webinar is on October 8 at 1pm CT. It is put on by the Midwest Glacial Lakes Partnership (MGLP). Registration is required. The seminar will highlight research that... Read more »
Inland lake shoreline assessment and best management practices in Michigan – October 15
This free webinar is on October 15 at 1pm CT. It is put on by the Midwest Glacial Lakes Partnership (MGLP). Registration is required. This presentation will review the Inland... Read more »
Basics of Shoreline Erosion Control – New Documents to help in design and management – October 29
This free webinar is on October 29 at 1pm CT. It is put on by the Midwest Glacial Lakes Partnership (MGLP). Registration is required. Bioengineering can offer a nature-based solution... Read more »
Low and No-Salt Water Softening and Conditioning – November 7
The November session of Itasca Waters’ Water Wisdom focuses on “Low and No-Salt Water Softening and Conditioning.” The webinar is from noon – 1 CT on November 7. Salt pollution... Read more »