IDEM’s Section 319/205(j) Grants Webinar (08 Apr 2026)

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

This webinar will discuss the funding opportunities available through IDEM’s section 319 and 205(j) grants. How these grants can be used to develop Watershed Management Plans and provide funding for implementation of those plans will be the focus of this webinar. Watershed Management Plans (WMPs) can encourage the restoration and protection of water quality on a watershed-wide scale. Implementation grants provide supplementary funding via cost-share for the installation of best management practices that aid in improving water quality in critical watersheds.

Flipping the System: Restoring Native Plant Communities in Lakes (06 May 2026)

Wed, 06 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Join Emily Zajecka from ILM Environments to learn about restoring native plant communities in lakes. Invasive aquatic plants often spread rapidly, outcompeting native species, reducing biodiversity, and altering lake function. Transitioning a lake from an invasive-dominated system to one thriving with native plants requires more than just plant removal—it takes a strategic, long-term approach rooted in science and community involvement. This presentation will walk participants through the process of restoring balance to aquatic ecosystems, from assessing invasive pressures and selecting appropriate management tools, to reestablishing resilient native plant communities. Key topics will include ecological trade-offs, pitfalls to avoid, and lessons learned from real-world projects. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of how thoughtful management can flip the system, improve water quality, support fish and wildlife, and create healthier lakes for future generations.

This webinar will be a 45-minute presentation with time for questions at the end.

Indiana Lakes Management Society upcoming events

IDEM’s Section 319/205(j) Grants Webinar (08 Apr 2026)

Flipping the System: Restoring Native Plant Communities in Lakes (06 May 2026)