Saginaw Bay CISMA's Tool Crib offers an option for landowners who want to treat invasive species infestations without having to purchase expensive equipment. Before beginning a treatment plan, be sure you have the right tool for the job! You can learn more about different methods for controlling invasive plants on your property at www.mipn.org/control, or by emailing us at sbcisma@gmail.com. To learn more about the tools we have available check out the catalogue below:
To rent from the tool crib, please fill out a rental agreement form online or in person, call us if you have questions about the process! User manuals will be provided with rentals upon request. To secure a rental, fill out a rental agreement here and send it to:
Arenac Conservation District
4490 W. M-61
Standish, MI 48658
or send the agreement via email to sbicsma@gmail.com. Rental date may be subject to change based on tool availability.
Equipment intended for herbicide use does not come with herbicide included.
Under state law, landowners using Restricted Use Pesticides (RUPs) or chemically treating waters that drain into the Great Lakes must hold a Certificate of Coverage (COC) from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE). Arenac Conservation District offers permitting assistance to anyone who requests it. To apply for a permit through Saginaw Bay CISMA, fill out the form linked below and submit it to sbcisma@gmail.com or mail to the address listed above. Landowners applying pesticide on contained water bodies or for use on lawn and private woodlots do not require prior authorization.
To rent from the tool crib, please fill out a rental agreement form online or in person, call us if you have questions about the process! User manuals will be provided with rentals upon request. To secure a rental, fill out a rental agreement here and send it to:
Arenac Conservation District
4490 W. M-61
Standish, MI 48658
or send the agreement via email to sbicsma@gmail.com. Rental date may be subject to change based on tool availability.
Equipment intended for herbicide use does not come with herbicide included.
Under state law, landowners using Restricted Use Pesticides (RUPs) or chemically treating waters that drain into the Great Lakes must hold a Certificate of Coverage (COC) from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE). Arenac Conservation District offers permitting assistance to anyone who requests it. To apply for a permit through Saginaw Bay CISMA, fill out the form linked below and submit it to sbcisma@gmail.com or mail to the address listed above. Landowners applying pesticide on contained water bodies or for use on lawn and private woodlots do not require prior authorization.