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SUMMARY:MSU offers Introduction to Lakes Online - starts January 21
DESCRIPTION:  Registration for the award-winning Michigan State University Extension Introduction to Lakes Online course is now open! Our own Jim Kutzner took this on-line course 3 years ago and thought it was highly valuable and completely relevant to Minnesota Lakes. \nThis introductory six-week online course kicks off January 21 and is designed for anyone interested in inland lakes including concerned residents\, decision makers\, local leaders\, and lakefront property owners. Course instructors include faculty from MSU Extension and state agency personnel. \nCourse topics include lake ecology\, watershed management\, shoreline protection\, aquatic plants\, Michigan water law\, and community engagement. These six topics are explored online through video lectures\, interactive activities\, and discussion forums. Additional resources are also provided for those looking to dive deeper into a topic. Participants communicate with each other and instructors through lively discussion forums and biweekly Ask-an-Expert webinars which include guests from organizations such as the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and the Michigan Department of Environment\, Great Lakes\, and Energy. \nRegistration is open now through January 28\, 2025\, at 5 pm ET. The cost of the course is $115 per person.
URL:https://mncola.org/event/msu-offers-introduction-to-lakes-online-starts-january-21/
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SUMMARY:Sea Grant of Michigan launches  MI Paddle Stewards to detect and report AIS
DESCRIPTION:The MI Paddle Stewards program consists of a three-hour\, self-paced online training. The program teaches paddlers to identify\, report\, and prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. Participants get tips for properly cleaning their boats and paddling equipment to avoid transferring aquatic invasive species and diseases between water bodies. \nThis program is just as applicable in Minnesota as in Michigan!
URL:https://mncola.org/event/sea-grant-of-michigan-launches-mi-paddle-stewards-to-detect-and-report-ais/
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SUMMARY:MN Lake Management Society Symposium – February 4
DESCRIPTION:The recently formed Minnesota Lake Management Society symposium is on February 4\, 2025\, from 8:30 am – 3:45 pm at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum in Chaska\, MN. \nThe 2025 symposium will focus on “Getting to the Bottom of Internal Phosphorus Loading”. It will be a day of expert presentations on internal phosphorus loading diagnosis\, evaluating management options\, predicting and assessing outcomes\, and an overview of regulatory and funding considerations. \nThe day will include case studies\, panel discussions\, and plenty of time for networking. Here is a link to the program agenda. \nThe cost is $70 for adults and $35 for students. Registration is required.
URL:https://mncola.org/event/mn-lake-management-society-symposium-february-4/
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SUMMARY:Itasca Waters 2025 “Practical Water Wisdom” - Invasive Freshwater Jellyfish
DESCRIPTION:Itasca Waters puts on a virtual learning series (think one-hour webinar) every first Thursday of the month at noon CT. Mark your calendars now and register for these sessions. Registration is required for each session. Check out the Practical Water Wisdom page for more details and registration links. \nHere are the next four upcoming topics: \n\nFebruary 6 – Invasive Freshwater Jellyfish – Why Are They Increasing So Fast and What Do They Do in Lakes?\nMarch 6\, – Lakeshore Development and Natural Shoreline Protection to Preserve Biotic Health\nApril 3 – Beaver Dams\, Ponds\, and Effects\nMay 1 – Climate Change Effects on Fisheries\n\n This series is presented by Itasca Waters with the support from Minnesota Sea Grant\, Itasca Soil and Water Conservation District\, Itasca Coalition of Lake Associations\, KAXE/KBXE\, Rapids Radio and Grand Rapids Herald Review.
URL:https://mncola.org/event/itasca-waters-2025-practical-water-wisdom-invasive-freshwater-jellyfish/
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