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Stories offer rich history of the Great Lakes’ legacy

Published on November 3, 2025
Transportation of goods, shipwrecks, commercial and recreational fishing, all tell the tale of human connection to the water.
Getting Hooked on Fishing in Saginaw Bay

Published on October 27, 2025
Annual camps help create next generation of Great Lakes stewards, improve fishing knowledge and skills. They help youth connect to their local waterways and learn the importance of clean water and a healthy fishery.
Michigan educators bring back rich memories, experiences from Shipboard Science Immersion on Lake Michigan

Published on September 23, 2025
Both encourage others to apply for next year’s Lake Superior immersion program.
Hunting female deer: A better population management strategy

Published on September 19, 2025
Most farmers enjoy the wildlife that resides on their farms. However, when deer numbers become extremely high, crop damage and the associated yield losses from deer are greater than many producers are willing to tolerate.
Flipping your kayak or paddleboard in open water not always a laughing matter

Published on September 19, 2025
Knowing basic safety skills will help paddlers stay safe no matter what type of water they venture on.
The Defining Principles of a Modern Charrette: As Defined by The National Charrette Institute

Published on September 2, 2025
The National Charrette Institute explores the history, development and definition of a modern charrette.
Preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species in Michigan through retailer education

Published on August 29, 2025
Learn more about the Reduce Invasive Pet and Plant Escapes (RIPPLE) program, a partnership between MSU Extension and the Michigan Departments of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy; Natural Resources; and Agriculture and Rural Development.
Mi Fresh Fish shares fisheries facts – and tasty fish – around the state

Published on August 19, 2025
Fish frys, on-boat experiences are opportunities to learn about aquaculture, fisheries education for consumers and legislators.
Fishing, snorkeling, sailing - it’s all in a day’s work for these Michigan Sea Grant staffers

Published on August 13, 2025
As a 4-H Great Lakes Natural Resources Camp sponsor, Sea Grant offers hands-on natural resource lessons.
The honk heard across the Great Lakes 

Published on July 30, 2025
Learn more about the comeback story of the giant Canada goose and how to coexist with them.