Daniel O'Keefe
MSU Extension
Senior Educator, Michigan Sea Grant
Great Lakes Fisheries Education and Management - Michigan Sea Grant
Ottawa County Extension Office 12220 Fillmore St., Suite 122West Olive, MI 49460
Coverage Area
Allegan County, Berrien County, Mason County, Muskegon County, Oceana County, Ottawa County, Van Buren County
Tags: fisheries & wildlife, great lakes angler diary, michigan sea grant, msu extension, ottawa, salmon ambassadors
Authored Articles
- Videos from the 2019 South Haven workshop address Lake Michigan fisheries management, prey fish, and mass marking, May 14, 2019
- Local governments weigh in on Grand River Waterway dredging project that would destroy fish habitat, May 9, 2019
- Collaborative study seeks to find out how Great Lakes invaders are influencing fish diets, April 18, 2019
- What does it take to make 10 pounds of salmon?, February 27, 2019
- BOOK REVIEW: Something Spectacular: My Great Lakes Salmon Story, January 24, 2019
- Ottawa County features PFAS discussion at annual Water Quality Forum, December 5, 2018
- Fisheries science creates connections with northeast Michigan educators and youth, October 24, 2018
- Charter fishing continues to boost tourism in coastal towns, September 25, 2018
- Salmon run offers unique fish-watching opportunities for nature enthusiasts, August 16, 2018
- Huron-Michigan Predator Diet Study gears up for summer, June 1, 2018
- Videos address Lake Michigan fisheries management, prey fish, and mass marking, May 4, 2018
- Four years of fishing data from Salmon Ambassadors show trends for wild, stocked salmon catch, April 3, 2018
- Rare fish on rebound in northern Lake Michigan as pros, cons of stocking debated, March 27, 2018
- MSU prof seeks crowdfunding support for Great Lakes fish diet research, November 29, 2017
- DNR seeks comments on Lake Michigan Fisheries Management plan, November 15, 2017
- Sea Grant report on Asian carp includes educational resources, November 3, 2017
- Lake Michigan kings are back — but why?, August 23, 2017
- Lake Michigan’s charter fishing industry is … remarkably stable, August 23, 2017
- Students team up with Michigan Sea Grant to protect native fish, August 15, 2017
- New video shows anglers how to remove stomachs for fish diet study, August 9, 2017
- Celebrate summer with teriyaki fish kabobs on the grill, August 8, 2017
- How much do lake trout and Chinook salmon really eat?, May 8, 2017
- Salmon Ambassador volunteers had mixed success for Chinook salmon in 2016 on Lake Michigan, March 22, 2017
- Fishing for answers: Here's how you can help Great Lakes fisheries, March 22, 2017
- Fishery experts to discuss recent findings, management at South Haven Fishery Workshop, March 20, 2017
- Biology’s new frontier could have big implications for Great Lakes fish, December 5, 2016
- Policy brief aims to improve boater education and prevent spread of aquatic invaders, December 2, 2016
- Ottawa County Water Quality Forum set for Nov. 21, November 8, 2016
- What will the Lake Michigan salmon stocking cut mean for Michigan anglers?, October 27, 2016
- Sea Grant 50th Anniversary: Celebrating the work of our Extension educators, September 7, 2016
- Setting the record straight on alligator gar and Asian carp, August 31, 2016
- Fast facts on Lake Michigan salmon and trout, August 26, 2016
- Late summer is a great time to fish – for gar!, August 16, 2016
- What is an alligator gar and why is Illinois trying to protect them?, August 16, 2016
- Trawl fishing study tracks bycatch in Wisconsin, July 22, 2016
- Holy carp! Another invasive carp threatens to invade U.S., July 15, 2016
- Tiger muskies: To stock or not to stock, July 1, 2016
- Freshwater drum: A fun fish for kids of all ages, June 3, 2016
- The Lake Michigan paradox: Fewer kings but more charter trips, May 10, 2016
- Lake Michigan fish research highlighted in South Haven, May 4, 2016
- Mobile app lets Great Lakes anglers share needed data with biologists, April 29, 2016
- Great Lakes Fisheries Heritage Trail: Evelyn S. still making history, April 22, 2016
- Use CoastWatch for fantastic fishing this spring, April 15, 2016
- Great Lakes Fisheries Heritage Trail: Evelyn S. still making history, March 28, 2016
- South Haven to host fisheries workshop, March 25, 2016
- Survey finds angler satisfaction dropped from 2014 to 2015, March 18, 2016
- Lake Michigan anglers can expect fewer large Chinook salmon in 2016, March 18, 2016
- Where's the bait?, March 17, 2016
- Museum explores west Michigan’s fisheries heritage, December 28, 2015
- New study tests temperature in live wells, December 28, 2015
- Catch & Cook program welcomes new businesses in 2015, December 16, 2015
- Popular Lake Michigan buoy in jeopardy, December 16, 2015
- Floating classroom provides an up close look at local waters, November 20, 2015
- How healthy is Michigan’s longest river?, November 20, 2015
- Ottawa County Water Quality Forum celebrates 10th anniversary, October 26, 2015
- The “perfect invader” strikes a favorite Michigan trout stream, September 8, 2015
- Fishin’ in the Mitten: Get the scoop on best spots for big fish, September 1, 2015
- Pier and river anglers find salmon with CoastWatch, August 31, 2015
- New study finds Michigan boaters unsure on invasive species prevention, August 5, 2015
- MSU research focuses on invasive crayfish found in Holland, July 27, 2015
- Aquatic plants provide shelter for young fish, July 9, 2015
- Freshwater drum are fun to catch, but can you eat them?, July 9, 2015
- Fishing tournament focuses on freshwater drum, July 9, 2015
- 'Fisheries' magazine focuses on Great Lakes charter fishing industry, June 3, 2015
- Salmon season is here! Record your catches to help your fishery, May 28, 2015
- Fishing-related tourism holds strong in Ludington despite concern for salmon fishing, May 28, 2015
- New study sheds light on the decline of Lake Huron charter fishing, May 8, 2015
- Volunteers report that wild salmon dominated catches in 2014, May 8, 2015
- Learn more about Lake Michigan’s evolving fisheries with Sea Grant videos, February 27, 2015
- Asian carp eaten by bass, but some carp are more vulnerable than others to native species, February 24, 2015
- Asian carp chili or carp burgers, anyone?, February 24, 2015
- Asian carp being eaten by native fish, new studies find, February 24, 2015
- Charter fishing draws tourists to Saugatuck, December 5, 2014
- Great Lakes migrants: More than just salmon, December 5, 2014
- Wels catfish among species banned in Michigan, December 2, 2014
- The Lacey Act failed to keep Asian carp out: Can new bills before Congress do better?, August 26, 2014
- What you should know before buying or selling live aquatic organisms, August 26, 2014
- Invaders on the move: Mystery Snails and White Perch, August 15, 2014
- Invaders on the move: Round Goby and Quagga Mussel, August 15, 2014
- Lake Huron charter trips remain steady in 2013 as walleye catch rates soar, August 4, 2014
- Catching salmon in open water, May 29, 2014
- Finding salmon in open water, May 29, 2014
- Lake Michigan charter fishery held strong in 2013 despite dip in catch rates, May 27, 2014
- New revelation on Lake Huron’s collapse could spell trouble for Lake Michigan, May 21, 2014
- Updated fishing economic stats now available for Ludington, May 19, 2014
- Six-foot fish are swimming in west Michigan rivers, but fishing for them is off limits, May 14, 2014
- Was that salmon stocked? For the first time anglers will know at a glance, March 25, 2014
- Grand Haven anglers volunteer to track catches of stocked and wild salmon, March 25, 2014
- Protect the Great Lakes from Asian carp: Make your voice heard today!, January 16, 2014
- Understanding options for stopping Asian carp in the Great Lakes, January 16, 2014
- Three simple steps to help your salmon fishery, December 27, 2013
- Mystery of the Great Lakes buffalo, December 26, 2013
- Asian carp prevention: Options for basin separation will be released in January, December 25, 2013
- Northern Pike: Stalking Michigan’s water wolf, December 25, 2013
- Tips for marketing your charter fishing business, November 8, 2013
- Asian Carp – how can we stop them? (Part 3), October 29, 2013
- Asian Carp – what have we learned? (Part 2), October 28, 2013
- Asian Carp – new science aids understanding, but how much science is enough? (Part 1), October 25, 2013
- Catch & Cook™ program gains steam in second year, September 26, 2013
- Master naturalists consider pros and cons of dam removal in Grand Rapids, July 16, 2013
- Be careful what you wish for when managing aquatic weeds, July 9, 2013
- Options for preventing weight loss with record fish and tournament winners, July 8, 2013
- Fish lifelists offer new goals for anglers and naturalists, June 26, 2013
- Upcoming programs offer fish-eye view of life in a large river, May 22, 2013
- Memorial Day Weekend offers great fishing in West Michigan, May 21, 2013
- Michigan anglers wonder why Lake Ontario salmon seem to be doing better: Part 2, April 11, 2013
- Lake Michigan baitfish at all-time low; young alewife dominate, April 3, 2013
- Great Lakes salmon are the focus of new video series, April 2, 2013
- Michigan charter captains can now access training videos online, February 11, 2013
- Pere Marquette River anglers surveyed for first time since 1982, February 6, 2013
- Salmon stocking reduction discussed at Ludington Regional Fisheries Workshop, February 4, 2013
- Making the most of online water temperature and current data for the 2013 fishing season, January 31, 2013
- Ludington workshop will cover fishy topics from Asian carp to salmon stocking, January 2, 2013
- Salmon and steelhead are focus of video presentation in Scottville, December 4, 2012
- Grand Rapids sewer system upgrades improve water quality, problems remain for Grand River Watershed, November 28, 2012
- Ottawa County study finds human sewage contamination at ‘No Risk’ level in Grand River, November 28, 2012
- Amazing revelation: Some Pacific salmon DO feed during spawning run, October 24, 2012
- Low water offers a better look at the Grand River, October 11, 2012
- Lessons in ecology from the humble bluegill: Part 2, September 21, 2012
- End of dry spell could put salmon on the move, September 21, 2012
- Festival welcomes return of salmon to Grand Haven, September 7, 2012
- Chinese mystery snail recorded in Michigan lakes, September 7, 2012
- Lake Michigan Committee agrees to Chinook salmon cuts, August 28, 2012
- Survey finds Michigan boaters could do more to prevent the spread of invasive species, August 20, 2012
- Lessons in ecology from the humble bluegill: Part 1, August 16, 2012
- Michigan’s charter fishery saw modest gains in 2011, July 12, 2012
- Not all beach muck is created equal, July 10, 2012
- Lake Michigan anglers respond to proposed salmon stocking reductions, June 8, 2012
- Beyond bass: The Grand River is home to an incredible number of fish species, May 4, 2012
- Lake Michigan salmon and trout stocking survey closes May 15, May 1, 2012
- Manistee River sturgeon success story, April 2, 2012
- Lake Michigan salmon stocking cuts being considered, March 16, 2012
- The other Asian carp: Why grass carp deserve more attention, February 23, 2012
- Boaters and anglers can help slow the spread of invasive species, February 17, 2012
- How many Salmon and Trout are in Lake Michigan?, February 7, 2012
- Revisiting stocking policy for Lake Michigan, February 7, 2012