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State seeks input on new island management plan by end of August
Published on August 28, 2015
Plan addresses state-managed land administered by the DNR in northern Lake Michigan. -
Using telecoupling framework helps promote sustainability in global trade
Published on August 25, 2015
Maple syrup a classic example of telecoupling. -
Bob-lo Island setting makes for a fun summer read
Published on August 24, 2015
Former MSU extension educator pens third Great Lakes book. -
Shipping, commerce and the introduction of non-native species in the Great Lakes
Published on August 24, 2015
This article is Part One of a two-part series. -
Viral communities in ballast water in the Great Lakes
Published on August 24, 2015
This article is Part Two of a two-part series. -
Detroit River canoeing events connect youth, families with nature
Published on August 24, 2015
Special Olympics teams enjoy canoe experience. -
Great Lakes Fisheries Heritage Trails Conference
Published on August 14, 2015
Celebrate community partnerships and educational innovations in sharing fisheries heritage stories at September conference. -
Saginaw Bay Fishing Camp helps recruit the next generation of anglers
Published on August 10, 2015
Youth fishing programs preserve Great Lakes fishing culture and resources. -
New study finds Michigan boaters unsure on invasive species prevention
Published on August 5, 2015
Boaters want to take steps to prevent the spread of invasive species, but survey results suggest that many do not know which steps are now required by law. -
Great Lakes Dangerous Currents display to be featured at U.P. State Fair
Published on August 3, 2015
Beachgoers can learn to identify dangerous currents, methods of escape. -
Great Lakes water levels at or near seasonal highs
Published on July 31, 2015
Lakes topping out at 7-15 inches above long term monthly averages. -
Students study microplastics: Smallest of marine debris but big Great Lakes issue
Published on July 30, 2015
You may be surprised to learn about the plastic floating throughout our lakes. -
MSU research focuses on invasive crayfish found in Holland
Published on July 27, 2015
The remains of red swamp crayfish were found at a popular fishing site on Lake Macatawa. -
Protecting Your Great Lakes Waterfront Investment
Published on July 14, 2015
Keeping shoreline landscapes natural saves time, money. -
Heavy rainfall may increase risk of algal blooms in Lake Erie, Saginaw Bay
Published on July 14, 2015
Early summer storms have experts concerned about effect on waterways. -
Fishing tournament focuses on freshwater drum
Published on July 9, 2015
Some anglers giving ‘sheephead’ due respect. -
Freshwater drum are fun to catch, but can you eat them?
Published on July 9, 2015
Blackening, boiling and grilling are all tasty options with this fish. -
Aquatic plants provide shelter for young fish
Published on July 9, 2015
A single acre of aquatic vegetation can hold hundreds of thousands of small fish. -
Young males at higher risk of drowning in the Great Lakes, research finds
Published on July 8, 2015
Great Lakes Water Safety Conference addresses swim safety risk communication. -
Drone debate trickles into the field of water science
Published on July 7, 2015
Water sampling drones bring big advantages and big complications to the world of aquatic research.