Online Learning

Many organizations offer online learning opportunities. The list below highlights many current lake-related online events. These events welcome lake professionals and the public.

 

Events Listing

All times Eastern. "$" indicates there may be a cost to participate.

NEW February 6, 1:00 PM: Invasive freshwater jellyfish (Craspedacusta sowerbii) - Why are they increasing so fast and what do they do in lakes? Presented by Beatrix Beisner, University of Quebec at Montreal. Host: Itasca Waters.

February 12, Noon: Didymo? How about Didy-less. Collaboration and citizen science to combat rock snot in Michigan. Presented by Jordyn Stoll, Michigan Trout Unlimited. Host: Benzie Conservation District.

February 18-20: Annual Invasive Species Forum. Host: Invasive Species Centre.

February 25, Noon: Road salt: A necessary evil? Presented by Alan Steinman, Annis Water Resources Institute, Grand Valley State University. Host: Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council.

NEW March 6, 1:00 P.M: Lakeshore development and natural shoreline protection to preserve biotic health. Presented by Mike Isensee and Tom Langer, Carnelian Marine St. Croix Watershed District. Host: Itasca Waters.

NEW March 7, 1:00 PM: Minnesota ice-out forecast for 2025. Presented by John Downing, Minnesota Sea Grant. Host: Itasca Waters.

NEW April 3, 1:00 PM: Beaver dams, ponds, and effects. Presented by Emily Fairfax, University of Minnesota. Host: Itasca Waters.

NEW May 1, 1:00 PM: Climate change effects on fisheries. Host: Itasca Waters.

NEW June 5, 1:00 PM: Septic health check: A deep dive into inspections and maintenance. Host: Itasca Waters.

NEW July 10, 1:00 PM: Biology and management of starry stonewort. Presented by Dan Larkin, University of Minnesota - Twin Cities. Host: Itasca Waters.

NEW August 7, 1:00 PM: Harmful algae blooms and climate change. Presented by Chris Filstrup, University of Minnesota - Duluth. Host: Itasca Waters.

NEW September 4, 1:00 PM: Water and drainage infrastructure in changing climate. Host: Itasca Waters.

NEW October 2, 1:00 PM: Traditional ecological knowledge in lake management. Host: Itasca Waters.

NEW November 6, 1:00 PM: Banded mystery snail effects on lakes. Host: Itasca Waters.

NEW December 4, 1:00 PM: Water wishes for the holidays. Presented by John Downing, Hilarie Sorensen, Sawyer Lorentz, and Holly Ristau, Minnesota Sea Grant. Host: Itasca Waters.

 

You may also wish to explore these websites for additional events, recordings of past events, and more: 

Michigan Inland Lakes Convention presentation recordings

Michigan Lakes and Streams Association

Michigan State University Extension Center for Lakes and Streams

Midwest Glacial Lakes Partnership

North American Lake Management Society

To have your live webinar or virtual event included here, contact us.

 

Michigan State University
  • Spartans Will.
  • © Michigan State University

MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer, committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce and inclusive culture that encourages all people to reach their full potential.

Michigan State University Extension programs and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status or veteran status. Issued in furtherance of MSU Extension work, acts of May 8 and June 30, 1914, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Quentin Tyler, Director, MSU Extension, East Lansing, MI 48824. This information is for educational purposes only. Reference to commercial products or trade names does not imply endorsement by MSU Extension or bias against those not mentioned.

The 4-H Name and Emblem have special protections from Congress, protected by code 18 USC 707.

We comply with the Federal Trade Commission 1998 Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).