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2023 Annual Meeting
Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council held it’s 44th Annual Meeting on August 22, 2023 at the Perry
Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs)
‘Algae’ is an umbrella term for a large group of aquatic organisms with the ability to photosynthesize. The
Mural Project Time Lapse
Let’s do the time warp again! Check out this time-lapse video of the mural springing to life, along with
Tip of the Mitt Receives Water Pollution Reduction Grant
Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council was among 19 organizations statewide that are slated to share $6oo,ooo in
Invasive Species Watch: Frog-bit
Learn about invasive frog-bit and water soldiers with commentary from our very own restoration coordinator, Noah Jansen! Michigan
Stormwater for Kids
This page is full of activities and links specifically designed to help young people understand the importance of
Stormwater Glossary
Stormwater Glossary Stormwater runoff is the result of precipitation that does not infiltrate into the soil. Rather, it
Northern Michigan Native Plants
When selecting plants for your yard and garden, why not go native? Consider using plants that naturally grow
Stormwater Matters Campaign
For centuries, the Little Traverse Bay Watershed, which includes Walloon Lake, the Bear River and its tributaries, Tannery Creek, and over 174 square
Stormwater Runoff
The next time it rains, watch the water run off your roof, across your driveway, and down the
Water Use and Diversions
The waters of the Great Lakes are, for the most part, a nonrenewable resource. They are composed of
Habitat Loss
Sparkling inland lakes, expansive forests, blue-ribbon trout streams, prairies, bogs, wildlife-rich wetlands, and miles of spectacular beaches …
Swimmer’s Itch
What you should know about Swimmer’s Itch What is it? Swimmer’s itch (cercarial dermatitis) is a skin irritation
Clean Boating
While most boaters appreciate the natural resources that abound in the watersheds in which they recreate, many are
International Upper Great Lakes Study
In 2007, the International Joint Commission (IJC) launched a five-year International Upper Great Lakes Study (IUGLS). The IUGLS
Home Moving
When existing shoreline homes are threatened by high water and erosion, the costs and benefits of moving the
Frequently Asked Questions about Great Lakes Water Levels
WHAT CAUSES THE WATER LEVELS OF THE GREAT LAKES TO CHANGE? The water levels of the Great Lakes
Influences on Great Lakes Water Levels
Natural Influences on Water Levels HydrologyThe water levels of the Great Lakes are determined by the amount of
Current, Historic, and Future Water Levels
Current Water LevelsThe U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and Environment Canada jointly monitor and forecast water levels
Torch Lake Township Septic Ordinance
Check out Local Policy Manager Anna McGlashen on 9 & 10 News sharing information on the new time-of-transfer
