Homeowners at the end of Charlevoix Street in Boyne City declined treatment of the phragmites that have sprung up at that road end, a public access point to the lake. Photo by Mike Schlitt

Not Just Another Grass

Invasive phragmites is a prolific and aggressive plant that can dominate any moist area in a short time, virtually eliminating other plants in the process. It grows to 16 feet tall and can become so dense that it's difficult even to walk through. In our preliminary, shorefront survey, done this winter, we found over 100 sites where the plants are started, but we believe that we caught it early enough to treat it successfully. We must act now!

Don't try to remove it yourself. You can make it worse!

Please become informed and work with LCA to help ensure success! Please read on.
Phragmites! We Can Be Mightier.
Excellent overview article
An interactive map showing the locations of phragmites stands on Lake Charlevoix
LCA Phragmites Brochure
Call to Action Letter to shorefront owners
LCA Project Timelines
9&10 News Report on Lake Charlevoix Phragmites
View Printable Permission Form
Invasive Phragmites Information from Charlevoix County
National Park Service Gov. slide presentation
Educational phragmites video