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The incredible snowy owl has shown up this winter in large numbers across the Great Lakes
Published on March 3, 2018
A unique project, called SNOWStorm, was started to help learn more about these majestic birds by placing transmitters on the birds. -
Despite conservation efforts, the red swamp crayfish has established a foothold in Michigan
Published on February 28, 2018
National Invasive Species Awareness Week, Part 5: More than 5,000 red swamp crayfish have been removed, but battle continues. -
New invasive species volunteer stewardship program coming to Michigan
Published on February 27, 2018
National Invasive Species Awareness Week, Part 4: Michigan Sea Grant receives funding to start program for paddlers. -
2018 National Invasive Species Awareness Week
Published on February 25, 2018
Part 1: Learn more about invasive species and what you can do to help fight this problem in Michigan. -
GLANSIS: A ‘one-stop shop’ for information on aquatic invaders
Published on February 25, 2018
National Invasive Species Awareness Week, Part 2: The Great Lakes Aquatic Nonindigenous Species Information System provides profiles, maps, and further reading for scientists and citizens alike. -
Who’s who in the Great Lakes?
Published on February 25, 2018
National Invasive Species Awareness Week, Part 3: Native, non-native and invasive species are found in Michigan waters. -
Learn more about declining Great Lakes prey fish populations
Published on February 22, 2018
A cross-basin overview reviews status and trends of prey fish from 1978 to 2016. -
Great Lakes sea lamprey control is critical
Published on February 15, 2018
If not kept in check invasive sea lamprey populations would increase quickly. -
Lake Superior water levels nearing monthly record highs
Published on February 12, 2018
Shoreline erosion and coastal damages likely. Water will also make its way down through the other Great Lakes, too. -
MSU grad's work in Northeast Michigan will support place-based stewardship education
Published on February 6, 2018
A childhood filled with beach trips, nature camps, and Ranger Rick magazines helped Hannah Hazewinkel choose her career path early on. -
Learn about Great Lakes ice cover, new invasive species, and how poop-sniffing dogs help beaches
Published on February 5, 2018
Great Lakes Conference on March 6 considers opportunities, challenges facing Michigan's important resource. -
Youth voices on Great Lakes, marine sanctuaries and more shared through film
Published on January 21, 2018
Thunder Bay International Film Festival explores Great Lakes issues, ocean exploration, maritime heritage and more. -
Great Lakes net-pen aquaculture -- real and perceived risks to the environment
Published on January 21, 2018
Michigan Sea Grant addresses environmental issues surrounding net-pen aquaculture in the Great Lakes at recent Annual No-Spills Conference. -
Global pressures on water is greatest issue facing the future of the Great Lakes, scientist believes
Published on January 21, 2018
Regier credits MSU with helping to build cooperative network of fisheries scientists -
Michigan Sea Grant Extension welcomes new educator to Saginaw Bay region
Published on January 17, 2018
Meaghan Gass excited to help build capacity, collaboration among groups in area. -
Great Lakes commercial fisheries issues on tap at Michigan Fish Producers Association Conference
Published on January 5, 2018
Michigan Sea Grant Extension’s free daylong event offers sessions on lake water levels, whitefish stocks, cisco restoration, safety and more. -
What happens to my lake water quality monitoring data in a world of big data?
Published on December 18, 2017
Citizen scientists collect valuable information to be used by researchers, policy-makers and natural resources managers. -
National Parks of the Great Lakes — Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
Published on December 15, 2017
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore on mighty Lake Superior provides incredible recreational opportunities. -
Students find winter is a perfect time to prepare for spring pollinator garden project
Published on December 15, 2017
Alcona first-grade students spend day learning and preparing for their part in creating library garden. -
Great Lakes waves can make lake viewing dangerous
Published on December 13, 2017
Don’t get swept away this winter while sightseeing near the Great Lakes.