News
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November gales bring shipping to a halt
Published on November 24, 2015
Lake Erie seiche resulting from November gale winds forced more than 20 ships to seek safe anchorage. -
Floating classroom provides an up close look at local waters
Published on November 20, 2015
Educational programs offered on Grand Valley State University vessel highlight water quality, invasive species, and the connection between watersheds, rivers, and the Great Lakes. -
How healthy is Michigan’s longest river?
Published on November 20, 2015
Grand River in the spotlight at Tenth Annual Water Quality Forum. -
New Michigan Science Standards adopted
Published on November 19, 2015
Michigan – a leader in developing the Next Generation Science Standards – adopts new Michigan Science Standards. -
Working waterfronts – a national context: Part 1
Published on November 18, 2015
National Working Waterfronts and Waterways conference in Florida highlights ongoing challenges, opportunities. -
Dangerous currents in the Great Lakes
Published on November 12, 2015
Tips for safely enjoying Michigan’s beautiful beaches. -
Climate science, Part 1
Published on November 12, 2015
What is climate literacy? -
Corrientes peligrosas en los Grandes Lagos
Published on November 11, 2015
Consejos para disfrutar con seguridad nuestras bellas playas. -
Frankenmuth celebrates a fish passage success story
Published on November 9, 2015
Rock ramp revitalizes river habitat and downtown aesthetics. -
What will a strong El Niño mean for Great Lakes water levels this winter?
Published on November 3, 2015
New water level model from the US Army Corps of Engineers shows range of past El Niño winters and possible range of impacts. -
Michigan Legislature debates microbead solutions
Published on November 2, 2015
Across region lawmakers explore options for addressing the Great Lakes’ tiniest trash problem. -
Dangerous Currents Coastal Storm project collaboration leads to safer beaches
Published on November 2, 2015
High risk Great Lakes beach areas receive water rescue equipment. -
2015 was a super summer on Lake St. Clair
Published on November 2, 2015
Plano Bassmaster Elite tournament and the Bass, Brew & BBQ Festival drew thousands to Lake St. Clair. -
Development of aquaculture in Michigan
Published on October 29, 2015
Aquaculture systems that exist or are being explored in Michigan. -
State of Lake Huron meeting in Alpena Nov. 4-5
Published on October 29, 2015
Interested in learning more about Lake Huron and helping guide its future? Check out the State of Lake Huron meeting in person or online. -
Art contest helps fight marine debris
Published on October 27, 2015
Annual NOAA Marine Debris Art Contest helps K-8 students raise awareness of a growing concern. -
Como evitar el transporte de especias invasoras
Published on October 26, 2015
Etapas sencillas que todos podemos usar para proteger los recursos naturales de los Grandes lagos. -
Ottawa County Water Quality Forum celebrates 10th anniversary
Published on October 26, 2015
Annual event brings researchers, county government officials, environmental professionals and watershed advocacy groups together to focus on water quality and ecological health. -
Young citizen scientists use iPads to combat invasive species
Published on October 21, 2015
4-H Tech Wizards map invasive plants in Bay County. -
Native fish spawning habitat: It’s more than just rocks in the river - Part 5
Published on October 16, 2015
The ecology and economy of an adaptive management native fish spawning habitat in the St. Clair and Detroit rivers.