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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:Itasca Waters 2025 “Practical Water Wisdom" - Climate Change Effects on Fisheries
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. \nThis 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-climate-change-effects-on-fisheries/
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SUMMARY:Protect wild rice by removing rusty crayfish – May 1
DESCRIPTION:On May 1 at noon CT\, you will find a webinar put on by the MAISRC AIS Detectors program. Brennan Pederson and Valerie Brady will be presenting. Register now! \nHere is their overview of the session: Wild rice is an icon of Minnesota and Indigenous history. Besides its cultural significance\, wild rice provides many boons to the surrounding ecosystem. Rusty crayfish have sneakily contributed to the decline of Minnesota’s wild rice since their establishment in the 1990’s. The best way to curb the rusty crayfish’s razing of rice is to trap them near wild rice beds (or near beds of any aquatic vegetation in need of protection). We tested different trap types and baits to find the best way to remove rusty crayfish near wild rice in several lakes in northern Minnesota. We were careful to use methods any Minnesota resident can use to reduce rusty crayfish impact. Our goal is to inspire a wide range of participants to help remove rusty crayfish from their favorite lakes to protect the vegetation and environment they value. \nRegister here.
URL:https://mncola.org/event/protect-wild-rice-by-removing-rusty-crayfish-may-1/
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SUMMARY:What Lies Beneath: Detecting Invasive Plants in Michigan Lakes (May 28 - virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Often\, invasive aquatic plants exist unseen\, lurking and spreading below the waterline until they’ve grown into a major problem. Fortunately\, a trained eye can find these invaders before they wreak havoc. Join Erick Elgin and Jo Latimore from Michigan State University Extension as they reveal the training and tools available to help volunteers detect and track these underwater invaders. Hear firsthand from dedicated volunteers who have made surprising discoveries in the lakes they cherish. Whether you’re a seasoned lake steward or just getting started\, this webinar will inspire you to take a closer look beneath the surface! \nNote: This program is equally applicable for Minnesota’s lakes. \nThe one-hour virtual session starts at 8 am CT. Registration is required. Use this registration link. \nThis free\, webinar is part of Michigan NotMISpecies series. Check out their previous sessions.
URL:https://mncola.org/event/what-lies-beneath-detecting-invasive-plants-in-michigan-lakes-may-28-virtual/
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SUMMARY:AIS Detectors training (May and June)
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nThe AIS Detectors Core Course is an introduction to aquatic invasive species (AIS) science\, identification\, and surveillance. You will learn how to identify and report invasive species\, best practices for preventing the spread of AIS\, relevant rules and regulations\, and how to search for AIS on your own. \nThere are several sessions available including: \nMay 16 – Brainerd \nJune 3 and 4 – virtual session \nJune 13 – Meeker County \nRegistration is required. This registration link includes more details about the sessions. \nPlease note that the Brainerd and virtual sessions have fees between $150 and $220. The Meeker County session is underwritten by the Meeker County AIS Program.
URL:https://mncola.org/event/ais-detectors-training-may-and-june/
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SUMMARY:WAPOA's 9th Annual AIS Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Explore the latest research on starry stonewort\, zebra mussels’ impact on fish mercury levels\, eDNA for volunteer AIS surveillance\, and machine learning-driven boater movement modeling. Plus\, discover new strategies for restoring native plant communities after invasive species removal\, paving the way for more resilient lakes. \nThe Whitefish Area Property Owners Association (WAPOA) is again hosting its annual AIS Roundtable on Saturday\, May 31st at 8:30 am to 12:00 pm. \nIt’s free\, but you must register. The event will be held at: \nCrosslake Lutheran Church \n35960 Co Rd 66 \nCrosslake\, MN 56442 \nSpeakers include: \n Dr. Nick Phelps/ MAISRC \nDr. Nick Phelps studies emerging threats to aquatic systems at both the macro and microbial\nscales in the fields of fish health and aquatic invasive species\, which lie at the intersection of\nanimals\, humans and the environment. His goal is to identify threats\, understand risks\, and\nultimately develop long-term evidence-based management solutions to balance the needs of\nall relevant stakeholders. \nDenver Link/U of MN\, \nDenver Link is a research scientist at the University of Minnesota working with Dr. Gretchen\nHansen. His past research has focused on how invasive species\, particularly zebra mussels\, alter\naquatic food webs and fish mercury concentrations. He has a broader interest in understanding\nhow freshwater systems respond to environmental changes. He earned his M.S. in the Hansen\nLab and enjoys applying both field and quantitative approaches to address threats to aquatic\nsystems. \nAbha Panda/U of MN \nAbha Panda is a Ph.D. candidate working in Dr. Dan Larkin’s lab in the Conservation Sciences\nprogram. She received her B.S. in Environmental Studies from the University of Michigan and\nhas previously held research and communications roles related to water resources and\nenvironmental justice. Abha’s current research focuses on actively restoring native plant\ncommunities following invasive plant management in lakes as a means to build more invader resistant\nplant communities. Outside of work she enjoys reading\, biking\, and spending time\nexploring Minnesota’s natural wonders! \nMolly Tilsen/ U of MN \nMolly I. Tilsen is a University of Minnesota Water Resources Science master’s student. Her\nresearch focuses on AIS spread and prevention\, leveraging her background in aquatic ecology\,\nstatistical modeling\, data management\, and human dimensions. By combining machine\nlearning with insights from infectious disease research\, she is developing modeled networks of\nboater movements to enhance decision support for AIS management in Minnesota.
URL:https://mncola.org/event/wapoas-9th-annual-ais-roundtable/
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SUMMARY:Lake Stewardship Symposium (May 31 - Ottertail)
DESCRIPTION:The symposium targets issues that are top of mind for lake property owners\, including: \n\nAIS prevention\n2025 Minnesota Legislative session\nVacation lake home rentals (VRBOs)\nShoreline restoration opportunities\nUpdates from Minnesota Aquatic Invasive Species Research Center (MAISRC)\nUpdates from various lake organizations and regional coalitions of lake associations.\n\nThe Otter Tail County Aquatic Invasive Species Task Force and the Otter Tail County Coalition of Lake Associations (OTC COLA) are sponsoring the Lake Stewardship Symposium. \nThis free symposium on May 31st runs from 9 to 3 and will be held at Thumper Pond Resort. Lunch is included. \nRegistration is required. Use this registration link.
URL:https://mncola.org/event/lake-stewardship-symposium-may-31-ottertail/
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