Michigan is home to thousands of lakes and ponds, from the Great Lakes shoreline to inland lakes in Oakland, Kent, and Antrim counties. These waterbodies support rich aquatic ecosystems prized for fishing, boating, wildlife habitat, and natural beaut...

As winter fades across Michigan, pond owners, HOAs, golf course superintendents, and commercial property managers begin to see early signs of spring by the melting ice, warmer days, and increased aquatic activity. While the seasonal shift may feel gr...

As ice begins to melt and temperatures rise across Michigan, lake associations and waterfront property owners often start noticing early signs of algae growth. Spring is an important time for lake management because seasonal runoff, melting snow, and...

As spring approaches in Michigan, lake and pond owners have an important chance to manage aquatic invasive species (AIS) before the peak summer growing season. Invasive plants, shoreline vegetation, and aquatic animals can spread quickly, disrupt eco...

In Michigan, ponds and lakes are more than scenery, they are part of your property’s value, recreation, and ecosystem. But, maintaining one takes more than seasonal cleanups or over-the-counter algae treatments. If you’ve been trying to manage your p...

Microcystis is a genus of cyanobacteria that can create thick, paint-like surface scums and mats in ponds and lakes, especially in nutrient-rich waters. Certain strains produce microcystin toxins that are harmful to humans, pets, and wildlife. Profes...