Great Lakes Coastal Habitat Management

Muskegon Lake is a drowned river mouth. These are Lacustrine systems Including deepwater and wetland habitat types. Muskegon Lake is a special, unique, globally significant ecosystem, encompassing emergent wetlands, forested / shrub wetlands, and mixed hardwood swamp.  Surrounding uplands include dune lands and white pine /white oak forests.

• Background/description of habitat types
• Threats to Muskegon coastal habitats
• Management Techniques

Photos, descriptions

–Native plantings and seeding

–Native Plant Library—common species

–Common Wildlife

–Regulatory Concerns/Permitting

–Green Infrastructure

–Shoreline best management practices