Are you ready to learn about the threats invasive species pose to Lake Erie and what is being done to protect the lake? Join us on April 21, 2026, at 11 am CT (12 pm ET) for a one-hour public webinar, “Invasive Species and Hydrilla in Lake Erie,” as part of our Let’s Talk Lake Erie! webinar series.
Learn about the current status of invasive species in Lake Erie and the risks they pose to the ecosystem. Find out about monitoring efforts in Michigan and how Canada and the United States are working together to address the invasive plant Hydrilla, including the latest updates on its recent detection in Ontario and the rapid response underway.
Guest speakers are Billy Keiper (Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy); Rebecca Rooney (University of Waterloo); and Francine MacDonald (Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources).
This webinar is free, open to the public and recommended for anyone who is passionate about the Great Lakes!