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Saturday, July 4, 2026

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has proclaimed June 28 through July 4 as Aquatic Invasive Species Awareness Week, an annual effort to educate the public about preventing the spread of nonnative aquatic plants and animals that threaten Michigan’s ecosystems, recreation opportunities and economy. To mark the occasion, volunteers and

tags: Aquatic Invasive Species Awareness Week, clean, drain, dry, EGLE’s Water Resources Division, invasive species, lakes, Michigan departments of Natural Resources and Agriculture and Rural Development, rivers, wetlands

Saturday, June 13, 2026

“Investing in boat launches around the state helps communities improve access to public lakes and rivers and creates a better all-around recreation experience for thousands of residents and visitors,” said IDNR Director Natalie Phelps Finnie. The program provides financial assistance to local government agencies for the

tags: boat access, grants, improved experience, lakes, rivers, The Illinois Department of Natural Resources

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