Tag: invasive
Whitefish crash has Michigan fishers on the brink: âIt makes you want to cryâ
Only a few dozen commercial fishing operations remain on the Great Lakes, as invasive species have decimated the industry. Itâs a collapse unlike any in the world, and solutions are few….
Gravel Gran Fondo raises $70,000 for peninsula conservation efforts
The Saugeen Bruce Peninsula Gravel Gran Fondo raised around $70,000 for conservation efforts this past weekend. Over 400 riders took part in the sixth-annual Gran Fondo on Oct. 5 in support of the Bruce Peninsula Biosphere Association. Eighty volunteers supported the event, including a support and medical vehicle. That’s nearly a volunteer for every five […]
Goats help Michigan farmers battle invasive species naturally
Some Michigan landowners are turning to goats to clear invasive plants instead of using pesticides or machinery. The animals naturally graze on tough vegetation, offering an eco-friendly way to manage overgrown land….
‘This beach is disappearing on us’: Conservation authority takes on wetland restoration project at Lynde Shores
A project to restore Great Lakes coastal habitat includes rebuilding a barrier beach along the shoreline, re-establishing historic wetlands and clearing invasive cattails at Lynde Shores Conservation Area in Ontario. […]
Goats vs. Invasive Plants: How Michigan is fighting hidden garden threats, one bite at a time
Even invasive plants have curb appeal, but should you buy them if they’re up for sale? Or what if you’ve seen it growing in your yard or at your favorite park for years? Some in Michigan are trying to implement long-term solutions to these questions.