News

The fish are biting, but Michigan’s charter fishing industry is struggling

Published on August 17, 2020
A recent Michigan Sea Grant survey found that the average captain lost 15 trips during the early part of the 2020 season, which led to an overall loss of $4.5 million in revenue from charter fees.
How to interpret steelhead fin clips

Published on August 13, 2020
Since 2018, yearling steelhead stocked in U.S. waters of the Great Lakes and tributary streams have been marked with an adipose fin clip, but that doesn’t mean anglers can easily determine where their fish was stocked or if it is wild.
What’s the catch? New video from Michigan Sea Grant helps anglers identify Great Lakes fish

Published on August 12, 2020
Seasoned pros and newbies alike will learn new tips and tricks for identifying big lake salmon and trout.
Appreciate your lake

Published on July 28, 2020
Celebrate lakes appreciation month by expanding your lake knowledge.
Virtual lakes convention brings lake science to your home

Published on July 21, 2020
Register today for the Michigan Inland Lakes Convention Sept. 16-18
State of the Great Lakes 2019: New assessment report identifies challenges, trends

Published on July 10, 2020
Michigan Sea Grant contributes to reports with assessments of aquatic invasive species.
Lakes Michigan-Huron water levels expected to reach summer peak in July 2020

Published on July 7, 2020
Webinar will discuss options for shore protection/stabilization with expected erosion.
Michigan insects in the garden – Week 4: Mayflies

Published on July 2, 2020
The brief appearance of the mayfly.
The Great Lakes Aquatic Invasive Species Landing Blitz is back

Published on June 24, 2020
Organizations across the Great Lakes have teamed up to remind boaters and anglers to clean, drain, and dry their equipment.
Keep your woods healthy for tomorrow

Published on June 17, 2020
Forest owners have a new tool to identify and address threats to their own forest’s long-term health.