Additional Resources

and Links

Poison Hemlock Identification and Control

Read a publication from MSU Extension for information about poison hemlock.

Oak wilt, caused by Ceratocystis fagacearum, is a lethal disease of oak (Quercus sp.). The disease is most serious on members of the red oak family, including red oak, scarlet oak, black oak, pin oak, etc. Members of the white oak family are generally not nearly as susceptible: white oak, swamp white oak, burr oak, etc. The disease is comparable to and potentially as serious as Dutch Elm Disease on American Elm. Both are introduced, exotic diseases caused by vascular wilt fungi; both diseases are transmitted by insects; both diseases can be transmitted through root grafts, and both fungi kill their host plants rather quickly.

To learn more about Oak Wilt:

Diagnosing and preventing Oak Wilt

Michigan Invasive Species

Report suspect oak wilt in Michigan:

Department of Natural Resources Forest Health Division: DNR-FRD-Forest-Health@michigan.gov or by phone at (517) 284-5895.

OR

Use the Midwest Invasive Species Information Network (MISIN) online reporting tool

If possible, please take one or more photos of the invasive species you are reporting. Also make note of the location, date and time of the observation. This will aid in verification of your report. You may be asked to provide your name and contact information if follow-up is needed.

Eaton County Sunfield Recycling Center is now accepting agriculture film plastic for recycling!

Visit Eaton County recycling website for more details.

Information on Injured or Orphaned Animal

Please note: The Kalamazoo Conservation District and the Kalamazoo Nature Center do NOT accept injured or orphaned animals.

If you are concerned about an injured or orphaned animal, please visit the Michigan Department of Natural Resources website for a list of Michigan Licensed Rehabilitators BEFORE moving, touching or otherwise handling the animal. These community volunteers are specially licensed to care for and rehabilitate injured animals and can give you more information on your specific situation. Only licensed wildlife rehabilitators are legally able to possess abandoned or injured wildlife. Unless you are licensed, it is illegal to possess a live wild animal, including deer, in Michigan.

Please rememeber that many baby animals spend most of their day alone, waiting for their mothers to return.

For more information visit: 

MDNR - Managing Your Resources - Wildlife 

Private Water Well Resources

This Well Owner Resources website is your one-stop resource for information relating to private water well systems and groundwater.

Great Websites for Teachers and Kids:

The Water Stewardship Program is aimed at Michigan residents encouraging them to take voluntary proactive steps to protect Michigan's water quality.

Outdor Explorers Club

City of Kalamazoo Water Resoruces - Protect Your Water