by Communications Committee | Oct 24, 2024 | Guardian Tips, News
Grass clippings, leaves, and animal waste all contain phosphorus. Follow these guidelines to keep excess nutrients from entering the lakes and rivers: Refrain from blowing debris into the water Never burn yard waste! Ashes and smoke particles concentrate nutrients...
by Communications Committee | Oct 15, 2024 | Guardian Tips, News
Did you know that the loss of natural shorelines and stream banks is the number one threat to water quality? Fall is the perfect time to schedule a shoreline or streambank consultation with the Glen Lake Association. We will listen to your questions and concerns and...
by Communications Committee | Sep 19, 2024 | Education, Guardian Tips, News
This week, September 15-21, 2024, is designated SepticSmart Week for the state of Michigan because nearly 1.3 million septic systems across the state treat wastewater from homes and businesses. That’s a significant part of Michigan’s wastewater...
by Communications Committee | Sep 19, 2024 | Education, Guardian Tips, Invasive Species, News
It seems like such an innocent thing to do: After a day of fishing, dump your leftover bait into the water before heading home. However, this seemingly harmless act is actually quite harmful. Bait dumping is one of the many ways invasive aquatic species and dangerous...
by Communications Committee | Aug 22, 2024 | Education, Guardian Tips, News
Proper use and routine maintenance of septic systems are vitally important to watershed health. It is especially important that people who live or rent out their home within the watershed’s boundary regularly inspect and maintain their systems in order to protect the...
by Communications Committee | Jul 18, 2024 | Education, Guardian Tips, News
50 years of trial and error, plus the latest research have shown our best and most cost-effective defense against Swimmer’s Itch is prevention, not control. What can you do to prevent the itch? Cover your skin with full-body swimwear, such as a “rash guard” suit...
