Cooperative Lakes Monitoring Program

The Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), in partnership with the Michigan Lake and Stream Associations, Inc. (ML&SA), developed the Cooperative Lakes Monitoring Program (CLMP) as a cost-effective method for citizens to monitor water quality and to document changes in lake quality over time. 

The CLMP provides volunteers with sampling methods, training, workshops, technical support, quality control, and laboratory assistance to monitor lakes for indicators of nutrient enrichment and lake productivity. Constant and long-term monitoring provides important data for recognizing lake water quality changes and trends.

For more information go to the CLMP website : http://www.michigan.gov/deq/0,1607,7-135-3313_3686_3731--,00.html

Eco-friendly Boating

Boaters can impact the water quality through such activities as boat sewage, litter, fish waste disposal, fueling and bilge care, boat repair /maintenance, engine servicing, hull cleaning, painting, and boat operation.  To learn about how to lessen your impact on water quality, visit the MDEQ Eco-Friendly Boating Website : http://www.michigan.gov/deq/0,1607,7-135-3585_4129_4186-8907-c1,00.html