Online Learning

Many organizations offer online learning opportunities. The list below highlights many current lake-related online events. These events welcome lake professionals and the public.

 

Events Listing

All times Eastern. "$" indicates there may be a cost to participate.

November 20, 10:00 AM: Exploring Michigan's wetlands with Michigan Natural Features Inventory. Presented by Jesse Lincoln, Michigan Natural Features Inventory. Host: Michigan Wetlands Association. $

NEW November 20, Noon: Comparison of boat cleaning systems: Invasive species removal, boater engagement, and cost. Presented by Jo Latimore, Michigan State University. Host: Benzie Conservation District.

NEW November 20, 3:30 PM: Stop the spread: Essential campaigns for preventing invasive species. Presented by Jennifer Riddle, ISAN; Lauren Downs, The Nature Conservancy; Zach Burnside, Wildlife Forever; and Jeanine Neskey, MRP-APHIS. Host: North American Invasive Species Management Association.

NEW November 21, 2:00 PM: Impacting the above-average intentions of Minnesota anglers: Does message medium matter? Presented by Ingrid Schneider, University of Minnesota. Host: AIS Detectors, University of Minnesota.

December 10, 2:00 PM: MGLP Lake Conservation Grant: Information for potential applicants. Presented by Joe Nohner, Michigan DNR and Midwest Glacial Lakes Partnership. Host: Midwest Glacial Lakes Partnership.

January - March 2025: Introduction to Lakes (6-week self-paced online course covering a range of lake topics including lake ecology, watersheds, shorelines, aquatic plant management, Michigan water law, and community involvement) Presented by the Michigan State University Extension Center for Lakes and Streams. $

January 9-10, 2025: Virtual Harmful Algal Bloom Symposium. Host: North Central Region Water Network's Algal Bloom Action Team.

Ongoing: Michigan Paddle Stewards (three-hour, self-paced online course teaches paddlers to identify, report, and prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species). Host: Michigan Sea Grant.

 

You may also wish to explore these websites for additional events, recordings of past events, and more: 

Michigan Inland Lakes Convention presentation recordings

Michigan Lakes and Streams Association

Michigan State University Extension Center for Lakes and Streams

Midwest Glacial Lakes Partnership

North American Lake Management Society

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