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Invasive Species Network News
The Northwest Michigan Invasive Species Network works directly with over 40 partners in Benzie, Grand Traverse, Leelanau, and Manistee counties. Our mission is to
protect, enhance, and promote northwest Michigan's natural communities through terrestrial invasive plant management and outreach.
In this month's issue you will find information on invasive species and the threat of spread during the winter season. We also celebrate National Michigan Day, along with a friendly reminder to Play, Clean, Go.
Yours in Conservation,
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 Volunteer Opportunities & Upcoming Events
- No ISN events scheduled in January/February | Visit our events-page to add ISN events to your calendar
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Invasive Species Thrive in Winter
Don't forget that invasive species can spread easily in winter and summer. Play, Clean, Go should be practiced no matter what time of year it is.
Read the following
article by
MSU Extension for more details on the threat of aquatic invasive species spread in winter.
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Ice Fishing on Saginaw Bay Linwood, Michigan | Photo by Michigan Sea Grant, 2002
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National Michigan Day
January 18th was National Michigan Day!
The Great Lakes and natural landscape are only a couple reasons to celebrate our great state. So many Michiganders enjoy what Michigan has to offer; hiking, biking, boating, and hunting are just a few ways Michiganders recreate in this beautiful state. Keeping invasive species at bay is a large part of maintaining it's beauty. Get out there and enjoy, but remember to
Play, Clean, Go.
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Go Beyond Beauty
For many people, a garden's purpose begins and ends with beauty. However, we believe it is possible to create beautiful spaces that transcend beauty alone. Did you know that many of the plants that are most invasive in local natural areas originally arrived as ornamental garden plants? You can prevent the introduction and spread of invasives by purchasing plants at local nurseries and through landscapers that have committed to not selling high-threat invasive ornamental plants. Additionally, commit to not using invasives in your own landscape. Let's make Northwest Michigan an example of natural beauty, wildlife habitat, healthy waters, and bountiful gardens that inspires across the state of Michigan... and beyond!
We invite all nurseries, landscapers, businesses, organizations, and concerned landowners that are located in Benzie, Grand Traverse, Leelanau, and Manistee Counties to participate in Go Beyond
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Find ISN on Instagram and Facebook!
Help the Northwest Michigan Invasive Species Network get seen and heard-follow us on Instagram and Facebook.
Social media is a great way to share with our friends and family. Let them know your interest in ISN by following us and liking our pages. The more you get involved with ISN and our social media, the more your friends and family will learn about why and how habitat matters. Sharing posts from our page is also a great way to get others around you to see what ISN is up to and to further educate them on topics such as invasive species and habitat.
Thanks for your support!
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Invasive Species In The News
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