News
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Entomology student camps out to crack mystery of who preys on monarch eggs
Published on March 13, 2019
Only about 5 percent of monarch eggs survive to become butterflies. Doctoral student Andrew Myers set up 24/7 surveillance to determine who is preying on the eggs.
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Science ideas for preschoolers: Rock ‘n roll frogs
Published on March 12, 2019
Learn how to identify frog calls with kids of any age.
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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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Registration for the 2019 Great Lakes Education Program is open
Published on March 1, 2019
The Great Lakes Education Program begins its 29th year of place-based education focusing on the Great Lakes.
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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.
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Alien language: Stages of invasion
Published on February 24, 2019
Part 2: Not every organism that is introduced is an equal risk for becoming invasive.
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Alien language: Understanding terminology about nonindigenous species
Published on February 24, 2019
Part 1: What is the difference between exotic, nonindigenous, non-native, alien, nuisance, and invasive species?
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Project F.I.S.H. training opportunities connect youth to fishing
Published on February 12, 2019
Hands-on activities, games and practice develop fishing skills while encouraging conservation.
