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Springtime means smelt! But how do we know it’s safe to eat?

Springtime means smelt! But how do we know it’s safe to eat?

by marsee | Apr 3, 2025 | News

Changes in environmental practices, regulations, and control of pollution over the past 50 years have reduced concerns about eating fish. By Lauren Stigers Americans do not eat enough fish according to the recommendations in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Fish...
Spring brings spawning fish into West Michigan streams, and you can help to monitor spawning runs in local creeks

Spring brings spawning fish into West Michigan streams, and you can help to monitor spawning runs in local creeks

by marsee | Mar 20, 2025 | News

Michigan Sea Grant is working with Shedd Aquarium, John Ball Zoo, and GVSU to learn more about migration cues for a little-known fish species, and you can be a part of it. By Daniel O’Keefe Longnose suckers spawn in small creeks but spend most of their lives in...
Winter sampling helping to bolster fisheries, water quality, productivity, and biodiversity

Winter sampling helping to bolster fisheries, water quality, productivity, and biodiversity

by marsee | Mar 13, 2025 | News

Winters on the North American Great Lakes historically have been long and harsh — conditions that make it difficult to collect water samples during the coldest months of the year. Filling this data gap could provide crucial information to managers about nutrient...
Did you know the Great Lakes have three different Ordinary High Water Marks?

Did you know the Great Lakes have three different Ordinary High Water Marks?

by marsee | Mar 11, 2025 | News

Determining where the Great Lakes water’s edge is can be a challenge. An Ordinary High Water Mark (OHWM) helps distinguish and categorize different areas near the Great Lakes. By Tyler Augst   Michigan is a state defined and shaped by the Great Lakes with...
Skippers and super skippers: What do small steelhead tell us about future runs?

Skippers and super skippers: What do small steelhead tell us about future runs?

by marsee | Mar 11, 2025 | News

Last year’s steelhead run had many anglers concerned about steelhead populations, and the Michigan River Steelhead Program is documenting how young stocked and wild fish might translate to brighter days ahead. By Daniel O’Keefe     Getting a quick...
4-H Great Lakes and Natural Resources Camp Registration is OPEN

4-H Great Lakes and Natural Resources Camp Registration is OPEN

by marsee | Mar 3, 2025 | News

July 27- August 2, 2025 Camp Chickagami in Presque Isle, MI We are excited to announce that registration is now open for 4-H Great Lakes and Natural Resources Camp! Here are some camp details for this year: What is GLNR Camp? A week-long residential summer camp...
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