News
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When is a minnow not really a minnow?
Published on August 26, 2016
More than 50 minnow species call the Great Lakes home, but not all small fish are minnows. -
Campers experience a bird in the hand at 4-H Great Lakes and Natural Resources Camp
Published on August 25, 2016
Bird biologists demonstrate mist-netting capture techniques used to study bird populations, behavior, and health. -
Youth stewardship program receives $25K national award
Published on August 25, 2016
Initiative has helped thousands of youth become ‘citizen scientists’ in Northeast Michigan. -
Warfare on the Waterfront – education, not geopolitics!
Published on August 19, 2016
A new Summer Discovery Cruise takes a different kind of look at Detroit River history. -
‘Crude Move’ webinar series discusses transportation options for crude oil
Published on August 19, 2016
Series helps lay out issues, risks, interests and options. -
Late summer is a great time to fish – for gar!
Published on August 16, 2016
When other fish won’t bite, try something different and tie on a lure with no hooks. -
What is an alligator gar and why is Illinois trying to protect them?
Published on August 16, 2016
Prehistoric fish may not solve the Asian carp crisis, but four native gar species are gaining respect in Illinois. -
Sea Grant 50th Anniversary: Celebrating the work of our Extension educators
Published on July 29, 2016
Katy Hintzen is excited about projects and partnerships developing in the Saginaw Bay area. -
Five different species of lamprey live in the Great Lakes region
Published on July 28, 2016
Many people believe the invasive sea lamprey is the only one that exists. -
State releases Part 2 of its official Water Strategy
Published on July 27, 2016
Protecting, promoting state’s freshwater resources are key goals. -
Rain barrel art project teaches lessons in water conservation
Published on July 26, 2016
Bay County youth help beautify their schools, reduce runoff pollution. -
Improving water quality one barrel at a time
Published on July 26, 2016
Rain barrels offer a low-cost sustainable option for managing stormwater runoff. -
Add more color to your green infrastructure
Published on July 26, 2016
Follow these 5 easy steps for painting a rain barrel. -
Marquette Water Safety and Recreation Expo to be held at McCarty’s Cove
Published on July 25, 2016
Learn about dangerous currents and how to be safe in the water. -
Trawl fishing study tracks bycatch in Wisconsin
Published on July 22, 2016
Commercial fishing sometimes unintentionally kills non-target fish, but early results from an experimental lake whitefish trawl fishery suggest minimal impact on gamefish. -
Great Lakes offering warmer water for summer pleasure
Published on July 15, 2016
Summer 2016 has significantly warmer lake temperatures than 2015. -
Holy carp! Another invasive carp threatens to invade U.S.
Published on July 15, 2016
The Prussian carp has quietly spread through waters of southern Alberta and can easily be mistaken for a wild goldfish. -
Great Lakes commercial fishers get hands-on experience in emergency procedures
Published on July 12, 2016
Drill Conductor Training courses give vessel captains valuable safety lessons. -
Michigan has a viable and sustainable bait industry
Published on July 12, 2016
Much of the bait is harvested in Michigan with some imports. -
Discover tall ships, shipwrecks, islands and more when you explore Lake Huron
Published on July 11, 2016
Getting out on the waters of Lake Huron can offer a new perspective and exciting adventure on this amazing freshwater sea.