News

Construction underway in the Detroit River on Stony Island Restoration Project

Published on November 30, 2016
Shoals, habitat structures among efforts planned that will also help preserve wetlands.
Putting back the (Little) Rapids: River restoration in the Saint Marys Area of Concern

Published on November 30, 2016
Improving water flow, fish spawning habitat likely to improve river’s health.
Could warm Great Lakes bring significant lake effect snow to Michigan?

Published on November 28, 2016
Water temperature, wind direction and a chilly blast from Canada might push the snowfall totals.
Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary is a must-see for those interested in maritime heritage

Published on November 23, 2016
Hundreds of shipwrecks, the cold and fresh water of Lake Huron help make Thunder Bay a top destination for divers.
How much ice should we expect to see on the Great Lakes this winter?

Published on November 23, 2016
Last really big ice cover winter for the Great Lakes was 2013-2014 where over 92% of the Lakes were frozen over.
Archive at the National Museum of the Great Lakes contains 300 years of maritime history

Published on November 23, 2016
Museum combines robust research with a simple but effective outreach philosophy: Educate and entertain.
Michigan’s underwater preserves offer unique views of Great Lakes maritime heritage

Published on November 23, 2016
Michigan Sea Grant Extension has played key role since the 1980s in development of Michigan’s system of underwater preserves.
Detroit museum highlights importance of maritime history in Michigan

Published on November 15, 2016
Among collections are biographies of more than 20,000 ships that have sailed on Great Lakes.
LEAD forum brings leaders together to benefit four county region

Published on November 9, 2016
Participants at a civic forum discussed strengths, challenges, and opportunities for Lake, Mason, Newaygo, and Oceana counties.
Great Lakes freighters - and crews - get ready for 'winter layup'

Published on November 7, 2016
After another successful year, our Great Lakes Education schoolships join in this annual rite.