Dedicated to the protection and sustainable use of the Great Lakes and coastal resources.
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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Webinar: High Water on the Great Lakes – Options for shore protection and stabilization
Webinar: Lakes Michigan-Huron to Reach Summer Peak in July 2020 July 22, 2020 from 6-7…
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Two Michigan candidates selected for NOAA Coastal Management Fellowship
Michigan Sea Grant is pleased to announce that two candidates from Michigan have been awarded…
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Resources for fisheries and aquaculture industries – Covid-19 response
The following resources specifically emphasize fisheries and aquaculture marketing and business relief programs as of…
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Michigan River Steelhead Project Kickoff Meeting
Curious to find out how stocked and wild steelhead contribute to the run in your favorite river? This meeting will give you a chance to network with biologists and other anglers in your area along with providing training on how to participate in collec …
13th Annual Freshwater Summit: Great Lakes Water Levels
The 13th Annual Freshwater Summit will be held as a series of virtual meetings this year. While we can’t meet in person, we still want to gather as a community of learners to discuss current challenges and opportunities facing local and regional freshw …
Michigan Water School Webinar: Water Quantity
WHAT IS WATER SCHOOL? Michigan Water School is a program to help elected and appointed officials increase their knowledge about water management and gain access to tools and resources to help impact their local economy. Water School topics include: Fac …
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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.
