With the arrival of warner weather, we decided in the June issue of LAKE magazine to offer a few longform stories on lake-related topics most relevant for the start of the season.

The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office Marine Unit will once again be patrolling Oakland County’s lakes this summer, but a tight budget means stretched resources to cover its more than 450 navigable lakes.

Summer in Michigan means getting to the lake for fun in the sun – fishing, swimming, relaxing and soaking up the short summer season rays of sunshine on your favorite beach.

With the heralding of summer comes the pressure to have the greenest, most weed and pest-free lawn in the neighborhood. As early as March, our suburban subdivisions are abuzz with lawn and garden contractors.