News

How much do lake trout and Chinook salmon really eat?

Published on May 8, 2017
Chinook salmon have been the most important predator in Lake Michigan for decades. With baitfish on the decline, some anglers believe that lake trout are now eating more than salmon.
Declining growth, condition of Lake Michigan lake whitefish creates concern for fishery

Published on May 2, 2017
Study finds lack of specific food source just one factor in complex issue.
Pest mosquitoes love standing water and warm weather

Published on May 1, 2017
Managing standing water near your home and business can help control mosquitoes that transmit disease. Keeping your lawn cut can reduce tick populations.
Wetland Wake-Up Day on the Saginaw Bay wants no child left inside on Earth Day

Published on April 17, 2017
Create and fly kites, take a hike, enjoy crafts at Bay City State Recreation Area.
Northeast Michigan place-based education network explores Environmental-STEM learning opportunities

Published on April 4, 2017
School and community partners from the Northeast Michigan Great Lakes Stewardship Initiative explore how environmental-STEM learning can support student engagement in Great Lakes stewardship.
Planning natural shoreline landscaping on your inland lake

Published on March 30, 2017
Through careful planning, lakeshore landscaping can provide both a finished well-manicured look and adequate erosion protection.
Fishing for answers: Here's how you can help Great Lakes fisheries

Published on March 22, 2017
Michigan Sea Grant is offering anglers a variety of ways to contribute information to scientists in 2017.
Lake Huron Fisheries Workshops explore lake's status, health, trends and fishing opportunities

Published on March 14, 2017
Registration now open for four free workshops to be held in April.
Michigan Sea Grant project looks at cisco restoration in Lake Michigan

Published on March 5, 2017
How can cisco restoration efforts be tailored to fit the needs of Lake Michigan stakeholder groups?
Michigan is preparing to enact interior quarantine due to invasive hemlock tree pest

Published on February 28, 2017
A recent outbreak of the pest within the state has prompted new legislation which will restrict the movement of hemlock products within Michigan in an effort to control this invasive pest.