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. Learn more about our natural resources from local organizations and enjoy free caricature drawings, a live magic show, […]
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. In 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 […]
4 FREE Sessions in March! March 17, 19, 24 and 26, 7-8 p.m. ET Location: Zoom Webinar (link sent after completion of registration) Explore the wonderful hobby of birding in fun online classes! Topics include everything a new birdwatcher should know: Schedule: March 17 - Introduction to Birding and Equipment March 19 - Backyard Birding and Feeding March 24 […]
4 FREE Sessions in March! March 17, 19, 24 and 26, 7-8 p.m. ET Location: Zoom Webinar (link sent after completion of registration) Explore the wonderful hobby of birding in fun online classes! Topics include everything a new birdwatcher should know: Schedule: March 17 - Introduction to Birding and Equipment March 19 - Backyard Birding and Feeding March 24 […]
4 FREE Sessions in March! March 17, 19, 24 and 26, 7-8 p.m. ET Location: Zoom Webinar (link sent after completion of registration) Explore the wonderful hobby of birding in fun online classes! Topics include everything a new birdwatcher should know: Schedule: March 17 - Introduction to Birding and Equipment March 19 - Backyard Birding and Feeding March 24 […]
4 FREE Sessions in March! March 17, 19, 24 and 26, 7-8 p.m. ET Location: Zoom Webinar (link sent after completion of registration) Explore the wonderful hobby of birding in fun online classes! Topics include everything a new birdwatcher should know: Schedule: March 17 - Introduction to Birding and Equipment March 19 - Backyard Birding and Feeding March 24 […]
Indigenous Food Sovereignty Summit Co-Hosted by Michigan State University and the University of Michigan April 6-8, 2026 | Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center, East Lansing, MI Join 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 […]
April 9, 2026, 6-8 p.m. ET Macomb County Extension office Macomb County Extension office or online via Zoom Michigan 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 […]
Lake Michigan: Ludington April 13, 2026, 6-8 p.m. ET West Shore Community College, 3000 N. Stiles Rd. Scottville, MI 49454 (In-person and online via Zoom) Registration Spring fishery workshops offer current research and information related to the status of the Great Lakes fishery. Michigan Sea Grant and Michigan State University Extension, in partnership with the […]
Lake Huron: Open Water Date: April 14, 2026, 6-8 p.m. ET (Online via Zoom only) Michigan 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 - […]
Lake Michigan: South Haven April 16, 2026, 7–9pm ET South Haven Moose Lodge, 1025 Wells St., South Haven, MI 49090 (In-person only, no registration required) Spring fishery workshops offer current research and information related to the status of the Great Lakes fishery. Michigan Sea Grant and Michigan State University Extension, in partnership with the Department […]
Lake Huron: Saginaw Bay April 21, 2026, , 6-8 p.m. ET Bay City (In-person and online via Zoom) Spring fishery workshops offer current research and information related to the status of the Great Lakes fishery. Michigan Sea Grant and Michigan State University Extension, in partnership with the Department of Natural Resources Fisheries Division, USGS Great […]
Michigan Sea Grant will have a table at this event promoting water trails and water safety. In 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 […]
Lake Huron - Les Cheneaux Islands & St Marys River April 28, 2026, , 6-8 p.m. ET Cedarville, Clark Twp Community Center (In-person and online via Zoom) Michigan 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, […]
The John A. Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship provides a unique educational experience to students who have an interest in ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes resources and in the national policy decisions affecting those resources. The program matches graduate students with host agencies in Washington, D.C., such as congressional offices, the National Marine Fisheries Service, or […]
June 5 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. (rain date June 12) (includes 30 minute lunch break – please bring your own lunch) Independence Oaks County Park boat launch Independence Township, Oakland County MI 9501 Sashabaw Rd, Clarkston, MI 48348 This is an eight hour Level 1 kayak skills course that covers how to prepare for kayak trips, […]
Saturday, June 6 • 10am-3pm Fort Gratiot Lighthouse, 2802 Omar St, Port Huron, MI Learn more about the event! We have two ways for your to experience the Giant of the Great Lakes - by Ship and by Shore! Each spring, thousands of lake sturgeon gather under the Blue Water Bridges to spawn – ground zero […]