News

Outdoor recreation is important to Michigan’s communities, economy and future

Published on October 2, 2017
Outdoor Industry Association provides state-by-state reporting on the impact of outdoor recreation on jobs, wages, and tax revenue.
Promoting local arts, food and culture with rural driving tour

Published on October 1, 2017
Since 2011, Michigan State University Extension has played a vital role in the development and continued success of the annual Arts and Eats event.
Helping small communities dream big for the future

Published on October 1, 2017
Michigan Sea Grant’s Sustainable Small Harbors Project has enabled six communities with public harbors to do in-depth self-assessments.
Great Lakes' levels for Michigan and Huron have peaked for 2017

Published on September 5, 2017
Seasonal decline begins - lakes will lose more than a trillion gallons of water.
Experience Fishtown during Great Lakes Fisheries Heritage Conference

Published on August 24, 2017
Event aims to connect fisheries heritage interests across Michigan; exploring opportunities to better connect and share stories, exhibits, experiences.
Lake Michigan kings are back — but why?

Published on August 23, 2017
After the gloom-and-doom of 2016, anglers are gearing up for a much better run of salmon in 2017. Recent trends in the fishery suggest that ups and downs may be the new norm if prey populations do not stabilize.
Lake Michigan’s charter fishing industry is … remarkably stable

Published on August 23, 2017
It doesn’t make for sensational headlines, but charter fishing has been a consistent part of coastal tourism despite recent ups and downs in fishing success.
National Extension Tourism holds three-day conference near Princeton University

Published on August 16, 2017
National Extension Tourism wraps up another successful tourism conference highlighting strategies to strengthen rural community tourism initiatives.
How to become a "FIT" community in 2018

Published on August 16, 2017
Step by step process to securing your place with MSU Extensions new community-assessment program.
De Saegher Dairy to host the final 2017 Breakfast on the Farm event on August 19

Published on August 8, 2017
Join us in Gratiot County for the last Breakfast on the Farm event of the year. Learn about how your food is grown and raised, and meet the farmers dedicated to bringing your family safe and nutritious meals.