Lake Management Resources

Lake Management Contact Reference Sheet

Peruse the links below for more information on lake management and aquatic plants. 

Get Involved

Protect your lake by becoming a Shoreland Steward. The Michigan Shoreland Steward Program recognizes homeowners who protect inland lakes through best management practices on their own property. 

Not sure what to do? 

Reach out to us to schedule a consultation at your home. Our certified staff can help you create a plan to protect your lake and preserve the natural beauty surrounding your home. Small changes have big results!

Contact Susan Bryan to schedule a time to visit your property.

Plant Management

• Status and Strategy for Eurasian Water Milfoil Management
• Status and Strategy for Starry Stonewort Management
• Status and Strategy for Flowering Rush Management

Lake Muck

• A Beginner’s Guide to Water Management: Muck Causes and Corrective Actions

Native Shorelines

• Sebastian the Goose Encourages Natural Shorelines (video)
• Larry, the All-American Bullfrog (video)
• The Stewardship Network: Shoreline Symposium Recordings (video playlist)

Boat Pitting

Washtenaw County is tracking boat pitting occurring on the Huron River Chain of Lakes and actively looking into possible causes. An update will be provided when more information is known. If you experience boat pitting, please fill out the comment form through the button below. Please see the information below for information about boat pitting. While recommendations are included in the brochure below, the surest way to reduce the occurrence is to lift the pontoon above the water line if possible.

• Rust Wars - The Galvanic Force Awakens

Stop Aquatic Hitchhikers

• Brochure: How Michigan Boaters and Anglers can help Stop Aquatic Invasive Species
• EGLE: Stop Aquatic Hitchhikers (video)
• MSU Extension: Clean Boats Clean Waters

Other

• The Effect of Motorized Watercraft on Aquatic Ecosystems
• Naturally Occurring Foam (DEQ)