Anglers who fish on Marl Lake in Mecosta County asked to fill out survey

Contact: Kathrin Schrouder, 989-684-9141 ext. 62295 or Ed Golder, 517-335-3014

Agency: Natural Resources

April 24, 2013

The Department of Natural Resources today announced Marl Lake in Mecosta County will be part of an angler survey effort this spring. The survey looks to evaluate various fisheries on this water body.

Angler input is being sought in one of two ways. Survey cards are available on site and anglers are asked to fill out one card, per person, per trip. The survey card is self-addressed and can be mailed free of charge. Another option is an online survey, available at www.surveymonkey.com/s/marllakesurvey.

This survey is being conducted by the DNR, Fisheries Division's Southern Lake Huron Management Unit.

Questions on the survey include type of fishing method used, number of days anglers fish Marl Lake in a calendar year, and specifics of the day's catch. Participation in this survey effort is key to proper fisheries management.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is committed to the conservation, protection, management, use and enjoyment of the state's natural and cultural resources for current and future generations. For more information, go to www.michigan.gov/dnr.