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Join the Entrepreneurship and Tourism in the Shared Economy webinar

Published on March 6, 2016
MSU Extension educators begin the discussion on the shared economy with participants from around the state.
Workshop in Port Huron will focus on walkability, transportation funding, and the Right to Farm Act

Published on March 6, 2016
MSU Extension tapped for expertise on walkability and Right to Farm Act during the St. Clair County Metropolitan Planning Commission annual workshop.
Free Saginaw Bay Phragmites workshop series set

Published on March 1, 2016
Learn practical tools for tackling one of the region’s most aggressive invasive plants.
Great Lakes water levels for the summer of 2016 – too high, too low, or just right?

Published on February 26, 2016
One of the strongest El Nino events on record has significantly influenced the weather in the Great Lakes region this winter. What does it mean for this summer’s lake levels?
University partnerships strengthen tourism programming at national conferences

Published on February 26, 2016
Faculty from several universities partner together and represent National Extension Tourism at National Association for Community Development Extension Professionals Conference in Burlington, Vermont this June.
Business travelers prefer shared economy services when traveling

Published on February 25, 2016
New transportation and lodging services offered through the shared economy are increasing in popularity.
Great Lakes Fisheries Heritage Trail: Katherine V a lone survivor and fishing legend

Published on February 23, 2016
Besser Museum for Northeast Michigan looks at commercial fishing past through stories of local fishermen and one historic boat, the Katherine V.
A list of essentials for the Michigan multi-day backpacking trip: Part 2

Published on February 17, 2016
Want to take a multi-day hiking trip? Make sure you are prepared with these essentials.
A list of essentials for the Michigan day-hiker: Part 1

Published on February 17, 2016
Planning a hike or another outdoor activity? Be prepared ahead of time with these hiking essentials.
Arts and culture impacts Michigan’s economy

Published on February 15, 2016
Arts and culture destinations made $2.5 billion in 2012, 18 percent of Michigan’s total tourism revenues.