In conjunction with the 2016 Michigan Inland Lakes Convention, MiCorps will also be offering training on the lake monitoring techniques used in the Cooperative Lakes Monitoring Program (CLMP) on Thursday, April 28. All CLMP participants enrolled in a parameter that they have not previously done should try to join us for this training. Depending on the type of monitoring you will be conducting, your attendance at these trainings may be required in order to participate in the program (see below). These trainings are also open to any lake monitors who would like to learn these methods or are interested in a refresher. Pre-registration is required to attend these sessions (see http://www.mymlsa.org/2016-clmp-training).
Training recommended but not required
- Secchi Disk Transparency
- Spring or Summer Total Phosphorus
Training required
- Chlorophyll-a
- Dissolved Oxygen and Temperature
- Score the Shore (Lakeshore Habitat Assessment)
- Exotic Aquatic Plant Watch
- Aquatic Plant Mapping
These CLMP training sessions are offered free of charge to all CLMP enrollees; however, participants are responsible for all associated lodging, meals, and travel expenses to attend. Please note: CLMP enrollees who wish to attend the Michigan Inland Lake Convention sessions must register for the Convention and pay the appropriate registration fees. The Michigan Inland Lake Convention is a separate event, with a separate registration and fees.
Questions?
More information and an online registration form for the CLMP training sessions is available at http://www.mymlsa.org/2016-clmp-training. Please contact Jean Roth (jroth@mlswa.org, 989-257-3715) with any questions.