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The
mission of the MRWA is to preserve, protect and enhance the natural, historic
and cultural resources of the Muskegon River Watershed through educational
and scientific initiatives, while supporting positive economic development,
agricultural and quality of life initiatives of organizations working
in the river watershed.
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The Muskegon Lake & Estuary Emergent Vegetation Restoration Demonstration Project (Wild Rice Project) Purpose: Re-establishment of native wild rice stands, soft stem bulrush and other aquatic vegetation for fish and wildlife habitat in the Muskegon Lake Area of Concern (AOC) and the lower river (estuary) located at the river mouth and within the Muskegon State Game Area. This demonstration project will also seek to identify and determine the most successful methods of planting this vegetation. MRWA Role: Lead Funder: U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Duration of grant: Summer of 2002 through Summer of 2005 The Emergent Vegetation Restoration Project Committee Participants have included: Gale
Nobes, Chair
Click Below to view yearly activities 2005 Even though the final report has been submitted, this project has not been completed yet. A project evaluation will take place annually to determine success and adjustments needed in methods, seed rates, etc. The project will be promoted by the MRWA and Muskegon Lake PAC to encourage similar projects throughout the Muskegon River and Lake Michigan Watersheds. 2006 The MRWA Executive Board approved $1,000 annually for the next three years to continue the planting of wild rice seed in Muskegon Lake. Gale Nobes and Greg Mund planted over 120 pounds of seed at Grand Trunk in October. 2007 In October 2007, volunteers planted 175 pounds of wild rice seed in Muskegon Lake. |
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