Lake Monitoring Training


Training is required for new volunteers and anyone signing up for a new parameter. It is also beneficial for people looking for a refresher or those curious about how the CLMP may help protect their lake. Important: Attending training is not the same as enrolling your lake in the CLMP. Visit Become a Volunteer to enroll.

2027 Training Opportunities


Option 1: In-person Training, Muskegon, April 30 and May 1, 2027

  • Our annual CLMP in-person training will be held at the Michigan Lakes and Streams Association (MLSA) 2027 Annual Conference at the VanDyk Mortgage Convention Center in Muskegon, MI. Participation in the training sessions is free. Registration details coming soon.

Option 2: Online Training Day, May 4, 2027

  • A free online training will be offered on May 4, 2027. Registration details will be coming soon.

Recorded Training Presentations


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Watch Recorded Trainings

To watch recorded training presentations, visit "What You Can Monitor", click on each tile and watch recordings on each lake measurement.

What You Can Monitor

2026 Midsummer Check-In

Every summer, MiCorps staff offer an online check-in with Cooperative Lakes Monitoring Program volunteers. In this video, we answer volunteer questions and share tips and tricks for having a successful monitoring season and getting the most out of your sampling efforts.