Getting ready for the 2018 season:2/21/2018
Calling all retailers, we've opened up the bidding process for our second mobile boat wash unit! 10/27/2017
We were honored to be featured by NatureChange.org recently. See below the video essay created by Joe VanderMuelen, and also take time to look at his website; it's full of stories and information about relevant regional conservation efforts. See how we've put our Michigan Invasive Species Grant Program funded equipment to use in the field this season.
Introducing the Benzie, Leelanau and Manistee Counties Aquatic Invasive Species Pathways Project
The BCD is pleased to have received Michigan Invasive Species Grant Program funds to commence a two-year program focused on aquatic invasive species pathways. The project will take place at public boat launches across three counties, providing educational boat wash events through the spring and summer seasons. Unknown by many water recreation enthusiasts, if precautions are not taken, we run the risk of spreading harmful species from one body of water to another. This region boasts some of the country's most beautiful fresh water resources, and we are happy to work towards improved public awareness of a very real threat: aquatic invasive species (AIS). The best treatment for large-scale environmental concerns begins with recognition... Want us to lead a boat wash event at your Lake or River?
Check our calendar below and contact Jane Perrino at jane@benziecd.org or 231-882-4391. We are available May - September. |
RESOURCES
Michigan's Aquatic Invasive Species State Management Plan MI Invasive Species Profiles REPORT Midwest Invasive Species Information Network USGS AIS Sighting Report Form READ
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The Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Pathways Project || Event Dates
AIS Pathways Project 2018 Events:
March 21 - Leelanau Clean Waters, Sutton's Bay MI
April 18th - Leelanau Clean Waters, Sutton's Bay MI
April 21st & 22nd - Michigan Lakes and Streams Association Annual Conference @ Crystal Mountain Resort, Thompsonville MI
April 28th - Inland Lakes Walleye Season STARTS
May 16th - Leelanau Clean Waters, Sutton's Bay MI
May 22nd - Benzie Watersheds Coalition, Benzonia MI
May 26th - Inland Lakes Bass Season STARTS
April 18th - Leelanau Clean Waters, Sutton's Bay MI
April 21st & 22nd - Michigan Lakes and Streams Association Annual Conference @ Crystal Mountain Resort, Thompsonville MI
April 28th - Inland Lakes Walleye Season STARTS
May 16th - Leelanau Clean Waters, Sutton's Bay MI
May 22nd - Benzie Watersheds Coalition, Benzonia MI
May 26th - Inland Lakes Bass Season STARTS
Featured Video: Aquarium Pets & Proper Disposal
The
Benzie, Leelanau and Manistee Counties Aquatic Invasive Species Pathways Project
was funded in part with funds from the Michigan Invasive Species Grant Program through
the Departments of Natural Resources, Environmental Quality and Agriculture and Rural Development.
Benzie, Leelanau and Manistee Counties Aquatic Invasive Species Pathways Project
was funded in part with funds from the Michigan Invasive Species Grant Program through
the Departments of Natural Resources, Environmental Quality and Agriculture and Rural Development.
