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Tiger muskies: To stock or not to stock
Published on July 1, 2016
The tiger musky is a toothy predator that is rarely found in Michigan waters. Pond owners may like the idea of stocking this striking fish, but small ponds do not provide the right food for large tigers. -
University collaboration helps connect U.P. resources, communities and residents
Published on June 23, 2016
New MSU Extension educator based at LSSU campus. -
Experience the night skies of northern Lake Huron
Published on June 21, 2016
Northern Lake Huron’s brilliant night skies offer coastal tourism opportunity when the sun is down. -
Sea Grant 50th Anniversary: Celebrating the work of our Extension educators
Published on June 16, 2016
Brandon Schroeder is passionate about place-based education. -
Learn about aquaculture from experts through new webinar series
Published on June 3, 2016
Michigan Sea Grant to present on aquatic invasive species hazard course. -
Freshwater drum: A fun fish for kids of all ages
Published on June 3, 2016
They are not the most glamorous fish in the Great Lakes, but “sheephead” offer some pleasant surprises to open-minded anglers. -
Regional Seafood Workshop highlights health benefits of fish
Published on June 1, 2016
Consumers should eat at least two fish meals per week. -
Water levels and surface temperatures up for Lakes Michigan/Huron in 2016
Published on May 27, 2016
One of the strongest El Nino events on record is now over and Michigan-Huron lake levels are already higher than anytime in 2015. -
Place-based education building tomorrow’s communities
Published on May 25, 2016
Youth across northeast Michigan are impacting and changing their communities through Great Lakes place-based stewardship projects. -
Los Cruceros de Descubrimiento del Verano
Published on May 19, 2016
Ya se están aceptando inscripciones para la temporada de los Cruceros de Descubrimiento del Verano. -
Sea Grant 50th Anniversary: Celebrating the work of our Extension educators
Published on May 17, 2016
Mary Bohling's passion for paddling has helped bring water trails to Detroit. -
New report looks at resiliency in the Saginaw Bay Watershed
Published on May 15, 2016
More than 250 decision-makers surveyed on the impact of extreme storm events in local communities. -
The Lake Michigan paradox: Fewer kings but more charter trips
Published on May 10, 2016
The latest stats on charter fishing show charter trips on Lake Michigan are on the rise despite a decline in Chinook salmon catch rate. -
Drill Conductor Training for Great Lakes commercial fishing vessel captains
Published on May 10, 2016
Commercial fishers are required to practice monthly emergency drills covering 10 contingencies. -
Cold-water survival, marine and onboard safety classes to get boost from training
Published on May 4, 2016
Michigan Sea Grant plans to offer Drill Conductor Training in Great Lakes region. -
Lake Michigan fish research highlighted in South Haven
Published on May 4, 2016
If you missed the Southern Lake Michigan Fisheries Workshop you now can watch the proceedings online. -
Plastic trash – the solution is in our own hands
Published on May 3, 2016
Earth Day river cleanup highlights need for more personal responsibility. -
Mobile app lets Great Lakes anglers share needed data with biologists
Published on April 29, 2016
The Great Lakes Angler Diary program needs volunteers to test, improve app. -
Great Lakes Fisheries Heritage Trail: Evelyn S. still making history
Published on April 22, 2016
The Michigan Maritime Museum offers visitors the chance to board the historic Great Lakes fish tug Evelyn S. and peer into the daily life of a commercial fisherman. -
Use CoastWatch for fantastic fishing this spring
Published on April 15, 2016
Great Lakes anglers can use online satellite images to find warm water that concentrates feeding trout and salmon.