News
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Stakeholder engagement inspires a new design for GLANSIS database
Published on June 27, 2019
Website redesign adds new tool which provides side-by-side comparisons of risk assessments for individual aquatic species and more.
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MSU alumnus Dr. Howard Tanner discusses "Something Spectacular: My Great Lakes Salmon Story"
Published on June 21, 2019
Dr. Tanner discusses his new book and his role in the introduction of salmon to the Great Lakes during at Michigan State University on Great Lakes Day on March 5, 2019.
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Science in the Sanctuary students capture local fisheries heritage stories
Published on June 13, 2019
Alpena High School students uncover, share local knowledge and stories about how Lake Huron fisheries have shaped northern Michigan communities.
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Summer 2019: High Great Lakes levels likely for lakes Michigan, Huron
Published on May 15, 2019
Infrastructure damage and beach erosion highly possible for coastal communities.
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Videos from the 2019 South Haven workshop address Lake Michigan fisheries management, prey fish, and mass marking
Published on May 14, 2019
In case you missed it, new videos highlight presentations on the state of Lake Michigan fisheries.
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Local governments weigh in on Grand River Waterway dredging project that would destroy fish habitat
Published on May 9, 2019
State funding was appropriated for channelization of 22.5 miles of the Grand River. Downstream communities are voicing concerns over long-term economic and environmental costs.
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Michigan 4-H'er turned volunteer supports science education at 4-H Great Lakes & Natural Resources Camp
Published on May 6, 2019
For nine summers, Liz Seifert attended the 4-H Great Lakes & Natural Resources Camp (GLNRC) near the shores of Lake Huron at Camp Chickagami in Presque Isle, Michigan.
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Collaborative study seeks to find out how Great Lakes invaders are influencing fish diets
Published on April 18, 2019
Michigan State University is leading a comprehensive study of trout, salmon and walleye diets in Lake Huron and Lake Michigan. This far-reaching effort would not be possible without the contributions of many partner organizations and individuals.
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Green Infrastructure workshops offered in Bay City, Dearborn in May
Published on April 17, 2019
Green infrastructure practices play a critical role in making coastal communities more resilient to natural hazards and threats to water quality.
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Full scholarships available for Michigan Water School workshop being held in Ann Arbor, May 13-14, 2019
Published on April 10, 2019
Erb Family Foundation and Pure Oakland Water are partnering with Michigan State University Extension and Huron River Watershed Council to help elected officials protect local water resources.
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Lake Superior water levels predicted to break monthly record highs in June/July 2019
Published on April 9, 2019
Lakes Michigan, Huron levels also expected to be high.
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Workshops highlight Lake Huron fisheries status and trends
Published on April 1, 2019
Register for any of 4 free workshops held in April and keep up-to-date on Lake Huron fisheries.
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Fisheries-focused meetings and workshops on tap in the Great Lakes Bay Region – attend online or in person
Published on March 29, 2019
Webinar and in-person meeting will address fishing regulation changes and more.
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Golden eagles soar across the Straits
Published on March 22, 2019
Raptor Fest offers a chance to see this rare eagle species - April 5-7, 2019, in Mackinaw City,
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Forecasting runoff risk and nutrient application planning with the Michigan EnviroImpact Tool
Published on March 18, 2019
Use videos, fact sheet to learn how to use the MI EnviroImpact Tool, a free decision support tool for short-term manure application planning that shows daily runoff risk across Michigan.
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Grab your binoculars and head to the Eastern U.P. for some great winter birding
Published on March 7, 2019
Great gray owls, snowy owls and more are part of the exciting winter birding in the Eastern Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Read this update on what you might be able to see if you visit.
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Volunteer paddlers take on invasive species – sign up for a workshop near you
Published on February 27, 2019
Programs to be conducted statewide on and around 12 established Michigan water trails.
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Invasive Phragmites Australis: Learning the basics
Published on February 27, 2019
Find out more about this invader and how it spreads.
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What does it take to make 10 pounds of salmon?
Published on February 27, 2019
The new edition of "The Life of the Lakes" from Michigan Sea Grant explores how much food Great Lakes gamefish really need.
