News

Trail enthusiasts meet to share exciting developments in southern Wayne County

Published on January 31, 2019
Downriver Linked Greenways celebrates new opportunities with trail users, communities and partners.
Huron Pines AmeriCorps member to share his passion for the outdoors in Northeast Michigan

Published on January 30, 2019
Adam Ziani plans to apply his Environmental Science and Society degree during service with the Northeast Michigan Great Lakes Stewardship Initiative network.
BOOK REVIEW: Something Spectacular: My Great Lakes Salmon Story

Published on January 24, 2019
New autobiography from Dr. Howard Tanner, father of the Great Lakes salmon fishery, is an important contribution to the annals of history and an engaging read.
Thunder Bay International Film Festival celebrates Great Lakes, Great Films

Published on January 17, 2019
Michigan students and Sea Grant educators join other filmmakers this year in exploring Great Lakes issues and ocean topics during the Thunder Bay International Film Festival.
Evening grosbeaks arrive across the Great Lakes

Published on December 21, 2018
Despite the range decline of evening grosbeaks over the years, it is predicted that this winter of 2018/2019 will be an irruption year.
Great Lakes Fisheries Heritage Trail website offers new opportunities

Published on December 19, 2018
Newly launched site helps visitors explore locations and find events, experiences to help understand, appreciate our Great Lakes fisheries heritage.
Habitat restoration projects in Southeast Michigan preserve, restore 150 acres in 2018

Published on December 10, 2018
Projects on the Detroit River take a break over winter, but more are planned for 2019.
Ottawa County features PFAS discussion at annual Water Quality Forum

Published on December 5, 2018
Attendees learned how a broad category of chemicals known as PFAS might impact human health and heard examples of state and local government response.
Research and education opportunities increase along the St. Marys River

Published on November 6, 2018
Lake Superior State University Center for Freshwater Research and Education breaks ground on a new facility, hires education and outreach specialist.
Fisheries science creates connections with northeast Michigan educators and youth

Published on October 24, 2018
Teachers team up with scientists to explore how fisheries science experiences and Great Lakes stewardship opportunities can enhance student learning.
Students partner in invasive management, habitat restoration project

Published on October 19, 2018
Tawas Middle School students help to manage invasive Phragmites in their community – learning and having some fun along the way.
Beautiful Belle Isle: Detroit’s Unique Urban Park

Published on October 3, 2018
New Michigan Sea Grant book offers a self-guided tour of 22 Belle Isle locations, their stories and history.
Forecasting risk runoff through EnviroImpact Tool

Published on October 1, 2018
Michigan State University and Michigan Sea Grant Extension and other partners produced the MSU EnviroImpact, an online decision-support tool providing users with regularly updated forecasts for surface runoff risk.
Helping restore habitat and protect native plants and animals on Michigan island

Published on October 1, 2018
Michigan Sea Grant coordinated efforts to team up students with scientists to monitor Pitcher’s thistle and effectiveness of treatments to reduce invasive Phragmites on Big Charity Island.
Promoting water safety, saving lives in the Great Lakes through Michigan Sea Grant

Published on October 1, 2018
Michigan Sea Grant implemented a multifaceted approach to public outreach and education about rip currents and other swimming hazards to improve beach safety on the Great Lakes.
Developing citizen science programs through Michigan Sea Grant

Published on October 1, 2018
Recreational and commercial fisheries are a vital part of Michigan’s heritage, with fisheries valued up to $7 billion annually. Michigan Sea Grant developed several citizen science programs for anglers.
Restoring habitat, assisting communities in implementing green infrastructure

Published on October 1, 2018
Michigan Sea Grant has partnered on several multiyear projects helping communities successfully complete habitat restoration projects as well as review and change ordinances and codes to encourage green infrastructure implementation.
Providing learning opportunities through Michigan Sea Grant place-based education

Published on October 1, 2018
Michigan Sea Grant provides educational programming and support for the regional NEMIGLSI place-based education network.
Providing critical Drill Conductor Training to state, tribal commercial fishers

Published on October 1, 2018
Michigan Sea Grant provides training to help state and tribal Great Lakes commercial fishing vessel captains fulfill U.S. Coast Guard regulations related to instruction, drills and safety orientations, and onboard emergency instruction.
Charter fishing continues to boost tourism in coastal towns

Published on September 25, 2018
Charter fishing on Lake Huron picked up steam in 2017 while other lakes held strong.