Swimmers Itch Issues and Answers- Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council

Heading into its ninth year, the Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council’s Ice Breaker Winter Speaker Series has developed a strong reputation and hearty following. Bringing warm conversations on hot topics to the community, this series is the perfect way to heat up during the cold winter months. All series events are held at the Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council office, downtown Petoskey from 12 noon - 1 pm. Space is limited, so call (231) 347-1181 to reserve your spot!

Learn about ducks, snails, and the parasites that cause swimmer’s itch. Susan Price, Project Manager of the Michigan Swimmer’s Itch Partnership (MISIP) and Dr. Curtis Blankespoor, University of Michigan Biological Station will share the knowledge gained in a quest to find science-based solutions to this important problem that is all too common on many Northern Michigan lakes. Particular attention will be given to what the MISIP is doing to monitor, assess, and control swimmer’s itch and to answer your questions.