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SUMMARY:Outdoor Adventure Center - Trails Expo
DESCRIPTION:Michigan Sea Grant will have a table at this event promoting water trails and water safety.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn honor of Celebrate Trails Day\, an annual event from the Rail to Trails Conservancy\, the OAC is celebrating our very own neighborhood rail trail! Join us for our Trails Expo on the Dequindre Cut\, which was once a line on the Grand Trunk Railroad. \nThis outdoor adventure features local experts in hiking\, biking\, paddling and more. Learn tips and tricks for hitting the trails from the best\, then test out your skills in hands-on workshops. \nIncluded in the cost of admission. \nContact Information\nOutdoor Adventure Center \n\nDNR-OAC@Michigan.gov\n844-622-6367\n\n\nWorkshops\nHappy Little 5k\n10 a.m. \nCalling all Happy Little Trees 5K participants! Running is more fun with good company – join the fun and take a run along the Dequindre Cut! Enjoy fabulous murals and great company while you complete your Happy Little Trees 5K. Note: The race begins promptly at 10 a.m. Please arrive early for parking and line-up. \nThe course: An out-and-back course that is flat and fast – with parking available across from Milliken State Park and Harbor. The race begins and ends at the Outdoor Adventure Center. (See course map.) \nRegister here: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/places/state-parks/happy-little-trees. \nFor those who registered online in advance for the virtual event\, your keepsake Happy Little T-shirt\, commemorative bib number and finisher’s medal will be mailed to you address prior to the start of the race week.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/outdoor-adventure-center-trails-expo/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260421T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260421T200000
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SUMMARY:Fisheries Workshops Lake Huron: Saginaw Bay
DESCRIPTION:Lake Huron: Saginaw Bay\nApril 21\, 2026\, \, 6-8 p.m. ET\nBay City\n(In-person and online via Zoom) \nSpring fishery workshops offer current research and information related to the status of the Great Lakes fishery. \nMichigan Sea Grant and Michigan State University Extension\, in partnership with the Department of Natural Resources Fisheries Division\, USGS Great Lakes Science Center\, US Fish and Wildlife Service\, and local fishery organizations annually offer evening regional workshops to provide valuable information for anglers\, charter captains\, resource professionals\, and interested community members. \nWorkshops include information and status updates on topics such as fish populations and angler catch data\, forage or prey fish surveys\, offshore fisheries and open water fisheries\, as well as updates on fisheries management activities\, citizen science opportunities for anglers\, and a variety of other topics of interest based on specific regions. \n\nRegistration\n\nWorkshop Agenda:\nWelcome and Introductions\nBrandon Schroeder and Meaghan Gass\, Michigan Sea Grant \nSaginaw Bay Fisheries Updates\nDave Fielder\, DNR Fisheries Research \nAcoustic Telemetry in Saginaw Bay\nTodd Hayden\, USGS Great Lakes Science Center \nHabitat Restoration in Saginaw Bay\nJeff Jolley\, DNR Fisheries Management \nFisheries Management Updates & Discussion\nDoug Schultz and Jeff Jolley\, DNR Fisheries Management \n\nFish Stocking Updates\nManagement updates\nQuestion and answer discussion\n\nAdjourn  
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/fisheries-workshops-lake-huron-saginaw-bay/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260416T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T082207
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T183905Z
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SUMMARY:Fisheries Workshops Lake Michigan: South Haven
DESCRIPTION:Lake Michigan: South Haven\nApril 16\, 2026\, 7–9pm ET\nSouth Haven Moose Lodge\, 1025 Wells St.\, South Haven\, MI 49090\n(In-person only\, no registration required)\n\n\n\nSpring fishery workshops offer current research and information related to the status of the Great Lakes fishery. \nMichigan Sea Grant and Michigan State University Extension\, in partnership with the Department of Natural Resources Fisheries Division\, USGS Great Lakes Science Center\, US Fish and Wildlife Service\, and local fishery organizations annually offer evening regional workshops to provide valuable information for anglers\, charter captains\, resource professionals\, and interested community members. \nWorkshops include information and status updates on topics such as fish populations and angler catch data\, forage or prey fish surveys\, offshore fisheries and open water fisheries\, as well as updates on fisheries management activities\, citizen science opportunities for anglers\, and a variety of other topics of interest based on specific regions. \nAgenda: TBD
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/fisheries-workshops-lake-michigan-south-haven/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260414T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260414T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T082207
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SUMMARY:Fisheries Workshops Lake Huron: Open Water
DESCRIPTION:Lake Huron: Open Water\nDate: April 14\, 2026\, 6-8 p.m. ET\n(Online via Zoom only) \nMichigan Sea Grant and Michigan State University Extension\, in partnership with the Department of Natural Resources Fisheries Division\, USGS Great Lakes Science Center\, US Fish and Wildlife Service\, and local fishery organizations are holding the Lake Huron Fisheries Workshop – Open Water Session. Participants can attend online via Zoom. \nThis workshop offers current research and information related to the status of the Lake Huron fisheries. We look forward to hosting your questions! \nRegistration for this event is free\, but you must register by Tuesday\, April 14\, 2026. \nIn addition to receiving a confirmation email directly following this registration process\, a link to the Zoom meeting will be emailed to all virtual registrants on the morning of April 14. \n\nRegistration\n\nWorkshop Agenda:\nWelcome and Introductions\nBrandon Schroeder and Meaghan Gass\, Michigan Sea Grant \nLake Huron Offshore Catch & Creel Fishery Updates\nChris Kemp\, DNR Fisheries Research \nPrey Fish Survey\nTim O’Brien\, USGS Great Lakes Science Center \nSea Lamprey Management Program\nNick Johnson\, USGS Hammond Bay Biological Station \nMi Fresh Fish: Michigan Commercial Fisheries Overview\nLauren Stigers\, Michigan Sea Grant \nFisheries Management Updates & Discussion\nDoug Schultz\, Tim Cwalinski and Jeff Jolley\, DNR Fisheries Management \n\nFish Stocking Updates\nManagement updates\nQuestion and answer discussion\n\nAdjourn  
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/fisheries-workshops-lake-huron-open-water/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260413T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260413T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T082207
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SUMMARY:Fisheries Workshops Lake Michigan: Ludington
DESCRIPTION:Lake Michigan: Ludington\nApril 13\, 2026\, 6-8 p.m. ET\nWest Shore Community College\, 3000 N. Stiles Rd. Scottville\, MI 49454\n(In-person and online via Zoom)\nRegistration \nSpring fishery workshops offer current research and information related to the status of the Great Lakes fishery. \nMichigan Sea Grant and Michigan State University Extension\, in partnership with the Department of Natural Resources Fisheries Division\, USGS Great Lakes Science Center\, US Fish and Wildlife Service\, and local fishery organizations annually offer evening regional workshops to provide valuable information for anglers\, charter captains\, resource professionals\, and interested community members. \nWorkshops include information and status updates on topics such as fish populations and angler catch data\, forage or prey fish surveys\, offshore fisheries and open water fisheries\, as well as updates on fisheries management activities\, citizen science opportunities for anglers\, and a variety of other topics of interest based on specific regions. \nAgenda\n5:30 pm\nRefreshments and Registration \n6:00 pm\nWelcome and Sea Grant Update: Dan O’Keefe – Southwest District Extension Educator\, Michigan Sea Grant \n6:10 pm\nFishing License Fee Proposals and the Michigan Anglers Consortium: Capt. Mark Williams\, Silver Addiction Charters \n6:30 pm\nFishery-Independent Data on Chinook Salmon from the Ludington Pumped Storage Plant: Jake Downey\, Student\, University of Michigan \n6:50 pm\nLake Michigan Predator-Prey Ratio: Chinook Salmon and Alewife Dynamics: Ben Turschak – Fisheries Research Biologist Specialist\, Michigan Department of Natural Resources \n7:10 pm\nDNR Management Updates: Jay Wesley – Lake Michigan Basin Coordinator\, Michigan Department of Natural Resources \n7:30 pm\nInvasive Mussels in the Great Lakes: Status\, Impacts\, and the Long Road to Control: Ashley Elgin – Research Ecologist\, Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory\, NOAA \n8:00 pm \nAdjourn
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/fisheries-workshops-lake-michigan-ludington/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260409T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260409T200000
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SUMMARY:Fisheries Workshop Lake St. Clair & Lake Erie
DESCRIPTION:April 9\, 2026\, 6-8 p.m. ET\nMacomb County Extension office\nMacomb County Extension office or online via Zoom \nMichigan Sea Grant hosts fishery workshops to provide recreational anglers\, commercial fishers\, charter operators\, agency staff\, and researchers with a forum to share and discuss Great Lakes fishery management. While each workshop is different\, agendas often cover fish populations and angler catch data\, forage or prey fish surveys\, offshore and open water fisheries\, fisheries management activities\, citizen science opportunities for anglers\, and more. \nThis event is free\, but registration is required. Please indicate if you will be attending in person or via Zoom. \n\nRegistration\n\nAgenda: \n\nBack to basics: DNR Fish Regulations — Cleyo Harris (MDNR)\nStatus of Lake Erie and Lake St. Clair fishery – Andrew Briggs (MDNR)\nImpact of year-round catch and release on smallmouth bass — Jan-Michael Hessenauer (MDNR)\nFord Cove habitat restoration project — Scott Dierks (GEI Consultants)\nUpdate on muck in Lake St. Clair – Kevin Goodwin and Josh Tellier (EGLE)
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/lake-st-clair-lake-erie-fishery-workshop/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260409
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SUMMARY:2026 Indigenous Food Sovereignty Summit
DESCRIPTION:Indigenous Food Sovereignty Summit\nCo-Hosted by Michigan State University and the University of Michigan\nApril 6-8\, 2026 | Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center\, East Lansing\, MI \nJoin a powerful gathering that celebrates Indigenous food systems\, cultural resilience\, and community-driven solutions for food sovereignty. This conference brings together Tribal leaders\, farmers\, youth\, scholars\, and advocates to share knowledge\, build relationships\, and inspire action. \nConference Objectives\n\nKnowledge Sharing: Share food sovereignty initiatives and traditional foodways to inspire learning\, exchange lessons\, and strengthen community health and resilience.\nVision & Self-Determination: Collectively define the future of Indigenous food sovereignty in the Great Lakes region\, grounded in tribal leadership and long-term self-determination.\nSkill Building & Collaboration: Equip participants with practical skills and highlight collaborative efforts that unite communities\, build capacity\, and support sustainable\, just food systems.\n\nWhat to Expect:\n\nKeynote Speakers from Indigenous communities leading food sovereignty efforts\nWorkshops on traditional food and harvesting practices\, seed saving\, land stewardship\, and policy advocacy\nParticipant conversations and intergenerational storytelling\nLocal Indigenous Vendors\nCultural Performances and ceremonies honoring the land and its people\n\nInterested in submitting a proposal for the summit? Review the call for Stories and Narratives here. \nWhy It Matters:\nFood sovereignty is more than access: it’s about reclaiming ancestral knowledge\, protecting sacred relationships with the land\, and ensuring that future generations thrive. This conference is a space to uplift Indigenous voices and build pathways toward sustainable\, self-determined food systems. \nThis event isn’t possible without generous support from organizations like yours. If you are interested in sponsoring\, please review our Sponsorship Opportunities. \nRegistration\nRegistration is now open!  \nFunding is available to help cover registration costs for members of tribal communities. If you are a tribal partner and would like to request a discount code\, please email events@anr.msu.edu.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/2026-indigenous-food-sovereignty-summit/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260326T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260326T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T082207
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T213524Z
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SUMMARY:Michigan Birding 101: Spring 2026 (Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:4 FREE Sessions in March!\nMarch 17\, 19\, 24 and 26\, 7-8 p.m. ET\n\nLocation: Zoom Webinar\n(link sent after completion of registration)\n\nExplore the wonderful hobby of birding in fun online classes! \nTopics include everything a new birdwatcher should know: \n\n\nSchedule:\nMarch 17 – Introduction to Birding and Equipment\nMarch 19 – Backyard Birding and Feeding\nMarch 24 – Conserve the Birds: Birding Ethics and Backyard Habitats\nMarch 26 – Birding in Michigan: Where to Go and What to See\n\nCOST: FREE \n\n\nThis is a great opportunity for those new to the hobby or looking to get started!\n\n\nRegister\nContact: Elliot Nelson at elliotne@msu.edu or (906) 322-0353.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/michigan-birding-101-spring-2026-zoom-3/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260324T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260324T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T082207
CREATED:20260210T145035Z
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SUMMARY:Michigan Birding 101: Spring 2026 (Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:4 FREE Sessions in March!\nMarch 17\, 19\, 24 and 26\, 7-8 p.m. ET\n\nLocation: Zoom Webinar\n(link sent after completion of registration)\n\nExplore the wonderful hobby of birding in fun online classes! \nTopics include everything a new birdwatcher should know: \n\n\nSchedule:\nMarch 17 – Introduction to Birding and Equipment\nMarch 19 – Backyard Birding and Feeding\nMarch 24 – Conserve the Birds: Birding Ethics and Backyard Habitats\nMarch 26 – Birding in Michigan: Where to Go and What to See\n\nCOST: FREE \n\n\nThis is a great opportunity for those new to the hobby or looking to get started!\n\n\nRegister\nContact: Elliot Nelson at elliotne@msu.edu or (906) 322-0353.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/michigan-birding-101-spring-2026-zoom-4/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260319T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260319T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T082207
CREATED:20260122T213401Z
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SUMMARY:Michigan Birding 101: Spring 2026 (Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:4 FREE Sessions in March!\nMarch 17\, 19\, 24 and 26\, 7-8 p.m. ET\n\nLocation: Zoom Webinar\n(link sent after completion of registration)\n\nExplore the wonderful hobby of birding in fun online classes! \nTopics include everything a new birdwatcher should know: \n\n\nSchedule:\nMarch 17 – Introduction to Birding and Equipment\nMarch 19 – Backyard Birding and Feeding\nMarch 24 – Conserve the Birds: Birding Ethics and Backyard Habitats\nMarch 26 – Birding in Michigan: Where to Go and What to See\n\nCOST: FREE \n\n\nThis is a great opportunity for those new to the hobby or looking to get started!\n\n\nRegister\nContact: Elliot Nelson at elliotne@msu.edu or (906) 322-0353.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/michigan-birding-101-spring-2026-zoom-2/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260317T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260317T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T082207
CREATED:20260122T212836Z
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SUMMARY:Michigan Birding 101: Spring 2026 (Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:4 FREE Sessions in March!\nMarch 17\, 19\, 24 and 26\, 7-8 p.m. ET\n\nLocation: Zoom Webinar\n(link sent after completion of registration)\n\nExplore the wonderful hobby of birding in fun online classes! \nTopics include everything a new birdwatcher should know: \n\n\nSchedule:\nMarch 17 – Introduction to Birding and Equipment\nMarch 19 – Backyard Birding and Feeding\nMarch 24 – Conserve the Birds: Birding Ethics and Backyard Habitats\nMarch 26 – Birding in Michigan: Where to Go and What to See\n\nCOST: FREE \n\n\nThis is a great opportunity for those new to the hobby or looking to get started!\n\n\nRegister\nContact: Elliot Nelson at elliotne@msu.edu or (906) 322-0353.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/michigan-birding-101-spring-2026-zoom/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260310T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260310T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T082207
CREATED:20260122T212151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T211444Z
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SUMMARY:HABs 101 Webinar: The Power of Plants (Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:In previous “HABs 101” webinars\, we learned about the basics of harmful algal blooms\, the value of algae in aquatic ecosystems\, and heard from Michiganders who are tackling HABs in their inland lakes.\n\nIn March\, we will look at The Power of Plants and discuss how to use plants to reduce nutrients and help prevent algal blooms. Hosted by Michigan Sea Grant and partners around the state.Want to dive deeper into HABs? Find a collection of resources on Michigan Sea Grant’s website.\n\nRegister\n\nContact: Erica Clites\, clitese1@msu.edu\nAGENDA\n6:00 pm: Erica Clites\, Michigan Sea Grant Extension\, Introduction\n6:05 pm: Erick Elgin\, MSU Extension\, Benefits of native plants in lakes\n6:25 pm: Eric Calabro\, EGLE\, Building a natural shoreline\n6:45 pm: Susan Bryan\, Washtenaw County\, Rain gardens and other features to reduce runoff\n7:25 pm: Erica Clites\, Wrap-up and applicator credits
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/habs-101-webinar-the-power-of-plants-zoom/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T082207
CREATED:20260113T140349Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Shiver on the River Eco Fair on Belle Isle
DESCRIPTION:Friends of the Detroit River\, in partnership with the Detroit Historical Society\, Belle Isle Nature Center\, and Belle Isle Conservancy\, are hosting The 2026 Shiver on the River Eco Fair on Belle Isle on Saturday\, February 7. \nLearn more about our natural resources from local organizations and enjoy free caricature drawings\, a live magic show\, s’mores\, and more! There are indoor and outdoor activities taking place across Belle Isle between 10am and 4pm. \nAdmission to all activities is free of charge. Food concessions will be available for cash purchases at the Dossin. A Recreation Passport is required to enter Belle Isle. It’s an annual pass that can be purchased when you renew your vehicle tabs or when entering a state park. For more information\, go to michigan.gov/dnr/buy-and-apply/rec-pp. It’s sure to be a day of fun for the whole family! \n\n10am – 2pm Indoor Eco Fair at Great Lakes Dossin Museum (100 The Strand)\n11am – 4pm Indoor and Outdoor Eco Fair at Belle Isle Nature Center (176 Lakeside Dr.)
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/2026-shiver-on-the-river-eco-fair-on-belle-isle/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260130T144500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260130T153000
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SUMMARY:Sucker Summit
DESCRIPTION:January 30th\, 2:45-3:25 with Q&A panel to follow \n1st Floor Colab Space\, Hekman Library\, Calvin University \nPark in Covenant Fine Arts Center lot or Lots 1-4 west of campus and walk to the library \nJoin us for a January afternoon conservation conversation about some of Plaster Creek’s coolest native fish! Speakers from Michigan Sea Grant\, John Ball Zoo and other local partners will share about suckers\, their history and habitat\, research on their spawning habits\, and how you can get involved in research and restoration efforts. To have fun\, we will also have fish-themed snacks\, suckers\, and a chance to win a prize. We hope you can join the seminar-type learning with Q&A to follow. The meeting space is in the Hekman Library Colab space in the basement of the library\, free parking on campus in the Covenant Fine Arts Center lot or Lots 1-4 west of the main campus. Your RSVP is helpful but not necessary. \nFacebook Event I’m happy to add you as a co-host if you tell me what FB account to add. \nSign up Genius for RSVP \nMore info about suckers: https://www.michiganseagrant.org/sucker
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/sucker-summit/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260123T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T082207
CREATED:20251210T220038Z
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SUMMARY:2026 St. Clair Detroit River System – Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the 2026 St. Clair Detroit River System – Annual General Meeting series! \n\nMEETING REGISTRATION\n\nWe hope you’ll join us to hear from experts\, connect with colleagues\, and help shape the next phase for the St. Clair Detroit River System Initiative.  Learn from regional experts about status updates and priorities on a range of topics related to SCDRS objectives\, including: \n\nFish assessments & habitat\nLake Sturgeon\, mudpuppies\, and other rare species\nReef restoration monitoring\nNutrient loadings and reduction strategies\nMicroplastics\, PFAS\, and pharmaceuticals\nSt. Clair and Detroit River Areas of Concern\n\nParticipants will also have opportunities to provide input on future directions for the SCDRS Initiative. \nAll three ½-day meeting events will be accessible virtually\, but we hope you can make it to one or both in-person (hybrid) sessions as well. \n\nDay 1 (hybrid) –  Wednesday January 21\, 9:00 am -12:00 pm ET – Dossin Great Lakes Museum – ‘Showcasing Detroit’s role in regional and national maritime history on the shores of Belle Isle’ (it’s a really neat place if you’ve never been!).\nDay 2 (hybrid) – Monday January 26\, 1:00-4:00 pm ET –  Ojibway Nature Centre located within the ‘Ojibway Prairie Complex featuring acres of pin oak forest\, savannah and tall grass prairie habitats’.  A great place and also the venue for the last SCDRS General Meeting in 2024.\nDay 3 – fully virtual – Thursday January 29\, 9:00 am -12:00 pm ET\n\nThere is no registration fee for this event\, but there will be valuable updates\, lively discussion\, engagement opportunities\,  friendly faces\, and\, if you join in person\, tasty refreshments!
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/2026-st-clair-detroit-river-system-annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260108T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260108T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T082207
CREATED:20251215T174744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T174744Z
UID:191435-1767888000-1767891600@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Aquaculture Challenge info sessions and coach Q&A
DESCRIPTION:Aquaculture Challenge info sessions and coach Q&A\nMichigan Sea Grant will host two upcoming information sessions for new and returning Aquaculture Challenge coaches. Each session will start with a 10-minute presentation followed by 50 minutes of Q&A for coaches to ask questions. Attendance for the full hour is NOT required\, and coaches can drop in any time during the session. \n\nDecember 19\, 2025\, 12:30pm eastern / 11:30am central\, Zoom link\nJanuary 8\, 2026\, 4pm eastern / 3pm central\, Zoom link\n\nThe Aquaculture Challenge is a collaboration between the Great Lakes Sea Grant Network and Lake Superior State University (LSSU) and is co-chaired by Michigan Sea Grant. This science competition engages students in grades 6-12 from around the Midwest in a four-month venture to: \n\nBuild and monitor aquaponics systems\nCreate business plans\nPerform a community outreach project\n\nRegistration is now open for the 2026 competition! To register\, submit this Google Form by January 14\, 2026.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/aquaculture-challenge-info-sessions-and-coach-qa-2/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251219T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251219T133000
DTSTAMP:20260605T082207
CREATED:20251215T174605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T174605Z
UID:191422-1766147400-1766151000@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Aquaculture Challenge info sessions and coach Q&A
DESCRIPTION:Aquaculture Challenge info sessions and coach Q&A\nMichigan Sea Grant will host two upcoming information sessions for new and returning Aquaculture Challenge coaches. Each session will start with a 10-minute presentation followed by 50 minutes of Q&A for coaches to ask questions. Attendance for the full hour is NOT required\, and coaches can drop in any time during the session. \n\nDecember 19\, 2025\, 12:30pm eastern / 11:30am central\, Zoom link\nJanuary 8\, 2026\, 4pm eastern / 3pm central\, Zoom link\n\nThe Aquaculture Challenge is a collaboration between the Great Lakes Sea Grant Network and Lake Superior State University (LSSU) and is co-chaired by Michigan Sea Grant. This science competition engages students in grades 6-12 from around the Midwest in a four-month venture to: \n\nBuild and monitor aquaponics systems\nCreate business plans\nPerform a community outreach project\n\nRegistration is now open for the 2026 competition! To register\, submit this Google Form by January 14\, 2026.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/aquaculture-challenge-info-sessions-and-coach-qa/
LOCATION:MI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251219
DTSTAMP:20260605T082207
CREATED:20251022T205543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T141842Z
UID:151419-1765843200-1766102399@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Seafood HACCP Training
DESCRIPTION:December 16-18\, 2025\n8 a.m.-5 p.m. (Tuesday\, Wednesday)\n8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (Thursday) \nOjibwa Casino Hotel Baraga\n16449 Michigan Ave.\nBaraga\, MI 49908 \nCommercial fishing operators and fish processors must follow strict guidelines to meet tribal\, state\, and federal requirements for health and food safety. The Seafood Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) certification course is a federal regulation for ensuring that businesses handling seafood products stay up-to-date on requirements and best practices. This allows commercial fishers and processors to meet licensing requirements and provide a safe and healthy product for consumers. \nThe cost of this event is $148.40 which includes certification and training materials. \nSnacks will be provided. \nContact:\nLauren Stigers\nMichigan Sea Grant\nExtension Educator\n(570) 687-6818\njescovit@msu.edu \nRegistration: events.anr.msu.edu/HACCP25
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/seafood-haccp-training/
LOCATION:Ojibwa Casino Hotel Baraga\, 16449 Michigan Avenue\, Baraga\, Michigan 49908\, 16449 Michigan Avenue\, Baraga\, Michigan\, 49908
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251212T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T082207
CREATED:20251031T192549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T193000Z
UID:154810-1765566000-1765569600@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:"Dinosaur Fish" film premiere
DESCRIPTION:What: Premiere of Dinosaur Fish film (23 minutes) with a Q/A panel \nWhen: December 12\, 2025\, 7 – 8pm\nWhere: Delta College Planetarium | 100 Center Avenue\, Bay City\, MI\, United States\, Michigan 48708\nHow: Event is free and open to the public \n\n\nThe Saginaw Bay Sturgeon Restoration Program and its partners have been working since 2017 on a significant project to restore lake sturgeon in the Saginaw Bay system. This follows major partner investments in restoration projects\, research\, dam removal and education. It has become one of the greatest restoration success stories in decades on the Great Lakes. \n\n\nLast year\, thanks to major support from the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation and the Bay Area Community Foundation\, the sturgeon team began the development of a documentary film that focuses on the effort.  The documentary is now complete! \n\n\nOn Friday\, December 12 at 7pm\, we will premiere the documentary at the Delta College Planetarium in Bay City. This is a free\, public event. Here is the Facebook Event Page. \n\n\nFollowing the 23-minute film\, there will be a panel of folks who participated in the film\, as well as sturgeon experts\, available to discuss the project and answer questions.  Panelists include: \n\n\n\nDr. Jeff Jolley\, Michigan Department of Natural Resources\nJason Whalen\, Fauna Creative (the firm that produced the documentary)\nMeaghan Gass\, Michigan Sea Grant & Michigan State University Extension \nDoug Larson\, Michigan State University\, Black River Sturgeon Facility
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/dinosaur-fish-film-premiere/
LOCATION:MI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251203T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T082207
CREATED:20251126T185013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T185013Z
UID:170744-1764756000-1764770400@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Pesticide Safety Webinar Series: The RUP/CCA CEU Credit Clinic
DESCRIPTION:December 3\, 2025 10:00AM – 2:00PM \nOnline \n\nContact: Safa Alzohairy\, Heather Borden\, or Emma Schlachter \nJoin the MSU Pesticide Safety Education Program for a comprehensive virtual learning opportunity designed for Pesticide Applicators\, Agricultural Professionals\, and Crop Advisers. This webinar series is FREE to attend\, but participants who wish to earn Restricted Use Pesticide (RUP) credits or Certified Crop Adviser Continuing Education Unit (CCA CEU) may do so for a small registration fee. This series offers timely\, science-based education on Pesticide Safety\, Endangered Species Act Regulations\, environmental protection\, and best practices in application and equipment use. \nAll participants must pre-register using this short form: \nWebinar Registration \nParticipants from Michigan who wish to earn RUP credits must fill out this form before the webinar date: \nRegister for RUP Credits \nParticipants who wish to earn CCA-CEUs must fill out this form before each webinar from which CCA-CEUs is requested: \nRegister for CCA-CEUs \nDeadline to fill out this form is 11:59PM same date of the webinar sessions.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/pesticide-safety-webinar-series-the-rup-cca-ceu-credit-clinic/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251113T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T082207
CREATED:20250924T195802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T205434Z
UID:131719-1763056800-1763060400@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Detroit River Community Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Detroit River Public Advisory Council is hosting Community Forums for the public to learn more about the Detroit River Area of Concern (AOC)\, past AOC projects\, and gather input on what future habitat restoration projects should look like. \nThe forums will allow the community to ask questions and discuss future visioning for the Detroit River. The goals of the Community Forums are to provide opportunities to openly share community needs\, visions\, and help collaborate with the public in future restoration efforts. \nEcorse Public Library\n4184 West Jefferson Avenue\, Ecorse\, MI\, 48229
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/detroit-river-community-forum-november-13/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251114T000000
DTSTAMP:20260605T082207
CREATED:20251001T142224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T142224Z
UID:145687-1762905600-1763078400@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:2025 National Place-Based Education Conference
DESCRIPTION:The agenda for the 2025 National PBE Conference at Eastern Michigan University is full of incredible stories\, insights\, research\, and resources from across the field of place-based education! With 165+ confirmed presenters\, representing 35+ states and 3 countries\, there’s a relevant pathway through the conference for all. From workshops\, to traditional talks\, to outdoor experiential learning sessions\, to 10-minute Story Spots\, this conference is about sharing from the community dedicated to the power of our connections to place and supporting each attendee in their PBE journey! \nOur diverse presenter community includes classroom teachers of all grades and subjects\, early childhood educators\, city council members\, authors\, school and district administrators\, community/state/national organizations and agencies\, scholars and researchers\, extension educators\, and individuals within a wide range of other positions and areas of expertise! \n\nMore info
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/2025-national-place-based-education-conference/
LOCATION:MI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251015T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251015T183000
DTSTAMP:20260605T082207
CREATED:20250924T195611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T195625Z
UID:131708-1760549400-1760553000@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Detroit River Community Forum October 15
DESCRIPTION:The Detroit River Public Advisory Council is hosting Community Forums for the public to learn more about the Detroit River Area of Concern (AOC)\, past AOC projects\, and gather input on what future habitat restoration projects should look like. \nThe forums will allow the community to ask questions and discuss future visioning for the Detroit River. The goals of the Community Forums are to provide opportunities to openly share community needs\, visions\, and help collaborate with the public in future restoration efforts. \nEcorse Public Library\n4184 West Jefferson Avenue\, Ecorse\, MI\, 48229
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/detroit-river-community-forum-2/
LOCATION:MI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251002T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251002T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T082207
CREATED:20250924T195255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T195405Z
UID:131624-1759429800-1759433400@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Detroit River Community Forum October 2
DESCRIPTION:The Detroit River Public Advisory Council is hosting Community Forums for the public to learn more about the Detroit River Area of Concern (AOC)\, past AOC projects\, and gather input on what future habitat restoration projects should look like. \nThe forums will allow the community to ask questions and discuss future visioning for the Detroit River. The goals of the Community Forums are to provide opportunities to openly share community needs\, visions\, and help collaborate with the public in future restoration efforts. \nGrosse Ile Nature & Land Conservancy \n8801 Macomb St.\, Grosse Ile Tpw.\, MI 48138
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/detroit-river-community-forum/
LOCATION:MI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250920T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250920T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T082207
CREATED:20250827T183814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T195254Z
UID:128069-1758366000-1758380400@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Lake Sturgeon Community Release Celebrations: Saginaw Bay region
DESCRIPTION:On September 20\, 2025\, community members and conservation partners are invited to help release young lake sturgeon into the Saginaw Bay watershed. Attendees at these free riverside release events will reintroduce more than 100 native sturgeon into each tributary of the Saginaw River system (e.g.\, Cass\, Flint\, Shiawassee\, and Tittabawassee rivers).\n\nPublic release celebrations on Sept. 20 across the Saginaw Bay Watershed include:\n\n\n11 a.m.\, Tittabawassee River\, at the Bob G. Caldwell Municipal Boat Launch in Midland\, hosted by the Chippewa Nature Center. For more information\, contact Jennifer Kirts at jkirts@chippewanaturecenter.org.\n\n\nNoon\, Shiawassee River\, at Cole Park in Chesaning\, hosted by the Friends of the Shiawassee River. For more information\, contact Liz Roxberry at info@shiawasseeriver.org.\n\n\n2 p.m.\, Flint River\, at Paddlers’ Landings (Mott Park Recreation Area) in Flint\, hosted by the Flint River Watershed Coalition. For more information\, contact Emily Stetson at estetson@gcparks.org.\n\n\n2:30 p.m.\, Cass River\, at the parking lot at the Gunzenhausen Walkway in Frankenmuth\, hosted by the City of Frankenmuth. For more information\, contact Matt Bierlein at mbierlein@frankenmuthcity.com.\n\n\nLake sturgeon are a unique Great Lakes species. They can grow up to 7 feet long and can weigh up to 300 pounds. The slow-maturing fish do not begin reproducing until they are 15-20 years old. Once abundant in many Michigan lakes and rivers – including the Saginaw River System – lake sturgeon were nearly eradicated due to overfishing and habitat loss\, particularly the destruction of rocky reefs in rivers that sturgeon and other native fish species use for spawning. Many partnerships and projects are working to restore sturgeon to a self-sustaining level in Michigan. This work includes restoring sturgeon habitat\, reintroducing sturgeon into their native ranges\, and raising awareness and appreciation.\n\nMany partners have been working since 2017 to bring sturgeon back to the Saginaw River system. Thus far\, community members and partners have released close to 7\,000 sturgeon into local waters. Partners that support the September 20\, 2025 sturgeon release events\, including Bay County\, City of Frankenmuth\, Chippewa Nature Center\, Flint River Watershed Coalition\, Friends of the Shiawassee River\, Michigan Department of Natural Resources\, Michigan Sea Grant\, MSU Department of Fisheries and Wildlife\, MSU Extension\, Saginaw Bay Watershed Initiative Network\, Sturgeon for Tomorrow – Black Lake Chapter\, The Conservation Fund\, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service\, and more. Learn more about the lake sturgeon restoration efforts and get involved here.\n\nIf you have general release event questions\, please contact:\n\n\nMeaghan Gass\, Michigan Sea Grant Extension Educator\, gassmeag@msu.edu\, (989) 895-4026 ext. 5 \n\n\nMike Kelly\, The Conservation Fund\, Great Lakes Office\, Director\, kellym@conservationfund.org\, 989-892-9171
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/lake-sturgeon-community-release-celebrations-saginaw-bay-region-2/
LOCATION:MI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250911T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250911T201500
DTSTAMP:20260605T082207
CREATED:20250723T203036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T203433Z
UID:118165-1757617200-1757621700@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Michigan Birding 101: Backyard Fall Bird ID and Habitat Tips
DESCRIPTION:Fall Refresher: Tuesday\, Sept. 9\, 2025\, 7-8:15 p.m. ET \nBackyard Fall Bird ID and Habitat Tips: Thursday\, Sept. 11\, 2025\, 7-8:15 p.m. ET \nLocation: Anywhere with internet via Zoom Webinar! (link sent after completion of registration) \nJoin Michigan Sea Grant as we explore the wonderful hobby of birding in 2 FREE and FUN classes. These classes are geared toward beginning birders. We will have instructional time at the start of each class followed by a Q&A session. This a great opportunity for those new to the hobby or looking to get started! \nWant to watch the Spring series? The videos are available online so you can watch them anytime. \n\nRegistration link
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/michigan-birding-101-backyard-fall-bird-id-and-habitat-tips-2/
LOCATION:MI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250909T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250909T201500
DTSTAMP:20260605T082207
CREATED:20250723T202935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T203334Z
UID:117864-1757444400-1757448900@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Michigan Birding 101: Fall Refresher
DESCRIPTION:Fall Refresher: Tuesday\, Sept. 9\, 2025\, 7-8:15 p.m. ET \nBackyard Fall Bird ID and Habitat Tips: Thursday\, Sept. 11\, 2025\, 7-8:15 p.m. ET \nLocation: Anywhere with internet via Zoom Webinar! (link sent after completion of registration) \nJoin Michigan Sea Grant as we explore the wonderful hobby of birding in 2 FREE and FUN classes. These classes are geared toward beginning birders. We will have instructional time at the start of each class followed by a Q&A session. This a great opportunity for those new to the hobby or looking to get started! \nWant to watch the Spring series? The videos are available online so you can watch them anytime. \n\nRegistration link
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/michigan-birding-101-fall-refresher-3/
LOCATION:MI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250908T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250908T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T082207
CREATED:20250724T194236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T194236Z
UID:118738-1757340000-1757350800@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Inland Lake Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Presentations Include:\n\nHABs Identification for Safe Recreation\nRainfall Simulator Demonstration\nEGLE’s Septic Replacement Loan Program\nMiCorps Cooperative Lakes Monitoring Program\nSmart Lake Erie Watershed Initiative\nLake Erie Volunteer Science Network\nVolunteer Science Data Collection Demo\n\n\nDate: September 8th 2025\nTime: 2-5 pm\nLocation: Little Long Lake\, 320 Ln 130 Long Lake\, Fremont\, IN 46737\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUpon registering we will invite you to the event via google calendar which will provide up to date information about the agenda\n\n\n\n\n\nInland Lake Field Day RSVP Form
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/inland-lake-field-day/
LOCATION:MI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250822T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250822T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T082207
CREATED:20250806T140540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T140638Z
UID:124928-1755860400-1755874800@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Lake Sturgeon Community Release Celebrations: Saginaw Bay region
DESCRIPTION:On August 22\, 2025\, community members and conservation partners are invited to help release young lake sturgeon into the Saginaw Bay watershed. Attendees at these free riverside release events will reintroduce more than 100 native sturgeon into each tributary of the Saginaw River system (e.g.\, Cass\, Flint\, Shiawassee\, and Tittabawassee rivers).\n\nThe juvenile sturgeon being released in August come from the Black River in Cheboygan County. They hatched in the river as a result of natural reproduction. In late May 2025\, researchers from the Michigan State University Department of Fisheries & Wildlife and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources moved the fish to the Black Lake Streamside Rearing Facility for safekeeping. The young fish spent the summer growing to 4-6 inches in length before their release into the Saginaw River system.\nPublic release celebrations on Aug. 22 across the Saginaw Bay Watershed include:\n\n\n11 a.m.\, Tittabawassee River\, at the Bob G. Caldwell Municipal Boat Launch in Midland\, hosted by the Chippewa Nature Center. For more information\, contact Jennifer Kirts at jkirts@chippewanaturecenter.org.\n\n\nNoon\, Shiawassee River\, at Cole Park in Chesaning\, hosted by the Friends of the Shiawassee River. For more information\, contact Liz Roxberry at info@shiawasseeriver.org.\n\n\n1:30 p.m.\, Flint River\, at Paddlers’ Landings (Mott Park Recreation Area) in Flint\, hosted by the Flint River Watershed Coalition. For more information\, contact Emily Stetson at estetson@gcparks.org.\n\n\n2 p.m.\, Cass River\, at the parking lot at the Gunzenhausen Walkway in Frankenmuth\, hosted by the City of Frankenmuth. For more information\, contact Matt Bierlein at mbierlein@frankenmuthcity.com.\n\n\nLake Sturgeon are a unique Great Lakes species. They can grow up to 7 feet long and can weigh up to 300 pounds. The slow-maturing fish do not begin reproducing until they are 15-20 years old. Once abundant in many Michigan lakes and rivers – including the Saginaw River System – Lake Sturgeon were nearly eradicated due to overfishing and habitat loss\, particularly the destruction of rocky reefs in rivers that sturgeon and other native fish species use for spawning. Many partnerships and projects are working to restore sturgeon to a self-sustaining level in Michigan. This work includes restoring sturgeon habitat\, reintroducing sturgeon into their native ranges\, and raising awareness and appreciation.\n\nMany partners have been working since 2017 to bring sturgeon back to the Saginaw River system. Thus far\, community members and partners have released close to 7\,000 sturgeon into local waters. Partners that support the August 22\, 2025 sturgeon release events\, including Bay County\, City of Frankenmuth\, Chippewa Nature Center\, Flint River Watershed Coalition\, Friends of the Shiawassee River\, Michigan Department of Natural Resources\, Michigan Sea Grant\, MSU Department of Fisheries and Wildlife\, MSU Extension\, Saginaw Bay Watershed Initiative Network\, Sturgeon for Tomorrow – Black Lake Chapter\, The Conservation Fund\, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service\, and more. Learn more about the lake sturgeon restoration efforts and get involved here.\n\nIf you have general release event questions\, please contact:\n\n\nMeaghan Gass\, Michigan Sea Grant Extension Educator\, gassmeag@msu.edu\, (989) 895-4026 ext. 5 \n\n\nMike Kelly\, The Conservation Fund\, Great Lakes Office\, Director\, kellym@conservationfund.org\, 989-892-9171
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/lake-sturgeon-community-release-celebrations-saginaw-bay-region/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250821T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250821T163000
DTSTAMP:20260605T082207
CREATED:20250618T150958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T151127Z
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SUMMARY:MI Paddle Stewards Kayak Safety Training: Southeast MI
DESCRIPTION:Kayak Skills Safety Training Lake St. Clair Metropark\n2 sessions offered (choose one – maximum of 10 for each session) \nAug. 21\, 2025\n10 a.m. – 1 p.m. ET \nOR \n1:30 – 4:30 p.m. ET \nLearn about Kayak Safety — how to avoid potential dangers\, practice self-rescue skills and develop the skills you need to manage minor in-water incidents. \nNote: please wear quick-dry clothes for water immersion – no cotton. Bring dry clothes to change into after the course is complete (water immersion will be the last course element). \nParticipants MUST either bring their own kayak or RENT one from Simple Adventures ($40 cost). Please book your own kayak reservation. \nParticipants must be 18 or older and will need to meet the 11 ACA Eligibility Criteria for the training. \nThis is a free event. (kayak rental is NOT included). Parking fee is included in your reservation. \nPlease bring a water bottle\, sack lunch\, sun block\, and weather appropriate clothing to the event. \nBack up date for inclement weather: same times Aug. 28. \n\n\n\nRegister Online\n\n\n\n\nAccommodations\nMichigan State University Extension programs\, services events\, and materials are open to all without regard to race\, color\, national origin\, gender\, gender identity\, religion\, age\, height\, weight\, disability\, political beliefs\, sexual orientation\, marital status\, family status\, or veteran status. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting the event contact two weeks prior to the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible. \n\n\nContact Information\nIf you have questions\, please contact Erica Clites at 313-494-4678 or clitese1@msu.edu.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/mi-paddle-stewards-kayak-safety-training-southeast-mi/
LOCATION:MI
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