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Michigan Sea Grant is a cooperative program of the University of Michigan, Michigan State University, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. We fund research, education, and outreach projects designed to foster science-based decisions about the use and conservation of Great Lakes resources.
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Snakes and frogs and bugs, oh my! Understanding Michigan’s vulnerable interdunal wetlands
People exploring West Michigan’s dunes may encounter a sensitive and complex wetland ecosystem called an…
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Dive into a Great Lakes podcast
Listening to podcasts is an excellent way to learn about Great Lakes topics, from mysterious…
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Great Lakes BioBlitz: Gotta catch ’em all!
Meaghan Gass and Brandon Schroeder, Michigan Sea Grant, Michigan State University Extension; and Marte Kitson, Minnesota Sea Grant…
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Michigan EGLE NotMISpecies Webinar, “Big, Hungry Fish”
Thursday, June 24, 2021 at 9:00 am: Michigan EGLE NotMISpecies Webinar, “Big, Hungry Fish.” Currently, there is no evidence of live, invasive bighead, silver and black carp – commonly called Asian carp – in the Great Lakes. Find out how Michigan, Illi …
Inland Seas Education Association is coming to Houghton
The Inland Seas’ tall ship schooner will be sailing to Lake Superior this summer! Join us in: Houghton, July 25 Marquette, August 1 Sault Ste Marie August 7 We are offering a place-, vessel-, and experiential-based program to educate college students o …
INLAND SEAS EDUCATION ASSOCIATION IS COMING TO Marquette
The Inland Seas’ tall ship schooner will be sailing to Lake Superior this summer! Join us in: Houghton, July 25 Marquette, August 1 Sault Ste Marie August 7 We are offering a place-, vessel-, and experiential-based program to educate college students o …
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Place-Based Education
Sometimes, the best way to learn Great Lakes science is by getting outdoors! Through Michigan Sea Grant’s place-based education programs, students and adults can collect and analyze real-world data, visit aquatic critters in their natural habitats, and participate in habitat restoration projects. Learn about some of the programs below.
