Michigan Sea Grant

Michigan Birding 101: Class 1 (of 4)
2022-03-10 06:30 - 19:45 (America/Detroit)

2022 Great Lakes Conference: The Great Lakes, Connecting Science and Management
2022-03-08 09:30 - 15:30
Register at: bit.ly/GreatLakes2022
Conference will take place online through Zoom. Free to attend, but registration is required.
Please join us for the 32nd annual Great Lakes Conference: Connecting Science and Management. This conference will feature presentations on fish consumption and environmental justice, predator-prey ratios, and lake trout recovery; high water levels, freak waves and flooding; environmental surveillance and assessing health; and connecting people to the Great Lakes. A full agenda is below.
Agenda
9:30-11:00 — Theme 1: Great Lakes Ecology
Moderator: Scott Peacor, Professor, Department of Fisheries and Wildlife, Michigan State University

9:30–9:50 — Identifying and Addressing Environmental Justice Issues around Fish Consumption
Donna Kashian, Professor & Director of Environmental Sciences, Biological Sciences, Wayne State University, Detroit
9:50-10:10 — The Evolution and Management Application of the Lake Michigan Predator-Prey Ratio
Ben Turschak, Research Biologist, Fisheries Charlevoix Research Station, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Charlevoix
10:10-10:30 — The Past, Present, and Future of Lake Trout in Lake Michigan
Rick Clark, Research Professor, Quantitative Fisheries Center, Department of Fisheries and Wildlife, Michigan State University, East Lansing
10:30-11:00 — Panel Q/A Session with Audience
11:00–11:15 — BREAK
Featured Presentation
11:15–12:00 — Addressing our Health with Environmental Surveillance from SARS in Wastewater to E. coli on our Beaches: The Impact of The Michigan Network for Environmental Technology
Joan Rose, Homer Nowlin Chair in Water Research, Department of Fisheries and Wildlife, Michigan State University, East Lansing
12:00-1:00 — LUNCH BREAK
1:00-2:30 — Theme 2 Great Lakes Water Levels
Moderator: Heather Triezenberg, Program Leader, Michigan Sea Grant Extension, Michigan State University

1:00-1:20 — Freak Waves and Meteo-tsunamis
Eric Anderson, Associate Professor, Colorado School of Mines, Golden, Colorado
1:20-1:40 — Water Level Variability and Extremes
Drew Gronewold, Associate Professor, School for Environment and Sustainability, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
1:40-2:00 — Coastal Community Inundation: Impacts in the High Water Years 2019-2021
Mark Breederland, Michigan Sea Grant Extension, Traverse City
2:00-2:30 — Panel Q/A Session with Audience
2:30-2:40 — BREAK
2:40-3:25 — Wired Great Lakes: Connecting People to the Lakes One Buoy at a Time
Ed Verhamme, Principal Senior Engineer, LimnoTech, Ann Arbor
3:25-3:30 — Final Comments
For more information, contact Dr. Lois Wolfson at iwr@msu.edu or call 517-230-9281.
This conference is sponsored by Michigan State University Department of Fisheries and Wildlife, Institute of Water Research, Michigan Sea Grant Extension, Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, and MSU Extension as part of ANR Week at Michigan State University. Support is provided by the US Geological Survey Water Resources Research Program.

Michigan Science Teacher’s Association (MSTA)
2022-03-04 08:00 - 2022-03-05 17:00
Look for our booth at the Michigan Science Teacher’s Association!
www.msta-mich.org/page/annual-conference

2022 Regional Networking Meeting
2022-02-24 15:30 - 17:00
Thursday, February 24, 2022
3:30 PM to 5:00 PM
You are cordially invited to join and participate in our (your!) annual place based education-focused Northeast Michigan Great Lakes Stewardship Initiative (NEMIGLSI) Regional Networking Meeting on Thursday, February 24, 2022 from 3:30-5pm ET.

Please register online by Wednesday, February 23.

This virtual visit aims to:

Build and enhance relationships among our vast network of educators and partners
Provide an opportunity for you to guide and steer the collective efforts of the network by sharing your feedback with us
Inspire you by having select teachers share place-based stewardship education success stories, and having our team share new resources and upcoming opportunities

Questions or need additional information? Please reach out to Meag Schwartz (meag.nemiglsi@gmail.com)
We hope you will plan to join to celebrate successes and plan together toward an even brighter future for our collective NEMIGLSI network and partnership!

Snowshoe the Straits: A Life of the Straits Program, Ocqueoc Falls
2022-02-19 13:00 - 15:00
Snowshoe through the Straits of Mackinac
Snowshoe through the Straits of Mackinac. Join 4-H and SeaGrant as we cover snowshoe basics, go on a snowshoe hike, and learn fun winter facts. Youth ages 8-14 and their families are welcome to join. Registration required.
Snowshoes can be rented for $5/pair or you are welcome to bring your own.
Dates

February 5, 1 PM, Mackinac County, Straits State Park
February 11, 6 PM, Emmet County, International Dark Sky Park
February 19, 1 PM, Presque Isle County, Ocqueoc Falls

Register
To register please call (989) 734-2168

Snowshoe the Straits: A Life of the Straits Program, International Dark Sky Park
2022-02-11 18:00 - 20:00

Snowshoe the Straits: A Life of the Straits Program, Straits State Park
2022-02-05 13:00 - 15:00

Great Lakes Bowl - National Ocean Sciences Bowl
2022-02-05 08:00 - 17:00
More details to come. Visit www.michiganseagrant.org/educational-programs/great-lakes-bowl-nosb for general information.

Educator Workshops Aboard the Research Vessel (R/V) Lake Guardian
2022-01-31 17:00
Call for Applications!
Registration/Application Deadline: January 31, 2022
Event Dates: June and July 2022. See below for more details
Event location: Marquette and Alpena, MI
Intended Audience: 4th-12th grade educators, non-formal educators

Ten educators, three researchers, 15 crew, and one 180-foot boat
In June and July 2022, 10 educators will set sail aboard the Research Vessel (R/V) Lake Guardian, a vessel owned by the United States Environmental Protection Agency, and conduct research alongside scientists. During the seven day workshop, educators network with one another, scientists, R/V Lake Guardian crew, and Sea Grant staff. Educators work in small teams with a scientist to develop research questions, collect field samples, conduct lab analysis, and generate data to analyze, visualize, and interpret. The workshops typically include two shore stops for educational field trips about locally relevant Great Lakes topics. A primary goal of the workshop is to increase Great Lakes Literacy among the participants. After the workshop, participants will be better able to:

Understand the essential principles and fundamental concepts about the characteristics, functions, and value of the Great Lakes.
Communicate accurately about the Great Lakes’ influence on systems and people in and beyond their watershed.
Make informed and responsible decisions regarding the Great Lakes and the resources of their watershed.

Words from previous workshop participants
To learn more about the workshops from educators’ perspectives, read the 2017 Lake Huron Blog and 2016 Lake Superior Blog and visit this story map. The R/V Lake Guardian usually works on one Great Lake each year, so the last time the R/V Lake Guardian workshop was held on these two lakes was five and six years ago. 2022 is a special year because two educator workshops are being held on two Great Lakes.
One Summer, Two Workshops
Lake Superior Workshop details:

Who: 4th-12th grade teachers and non-formal educators in the Great Lakes States of Indiana, Illinois, Minnesota, Michigan, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin.
What: Ten educators will be selected to participate in a week-long research-focused workshop aboard the United States Environmental Agency’s research vessel, R/V Lake Guardian.
Where: Participants will board the ship in Marquette, Michigan to conduct research on Lake Superior. Participants will return to Marquette, Michigan at the conclusion of the workshop.
When:

Workshop begins: 12:00 p.m. Sunday, June 26, 2022.
Workshop ends: 12:00 p.m. Saturday, July 2, 2022.

Why: This once-in-a-lifetime experience provides an opportunity for educators to participate in ongoing Great Lakes research and monitoring, collaborate with scientists, establish relationships with other teachers in Great Lakes states, and bring home Great Lakes educational resources for use with their learners.
For questions about the Lake Superior workshop, contact Marte Kitson at minnesota@cgll.org and 218-726-8305.

Lake Huron Workshop details:

Who: 4th-12th grade teachers and non-formal educators in the Great Lakes States of Indiana, Illinois, Minnesota, Michigan, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin.
What: Ten educators will be selected to participate in a week-long research-focused workshop aboard the United States Environmental Agency’s research vessel, R/V Lake Guardian.
Where: Participants will board the ship in Alpena, Michigan to conduct research on Lake Huron. Participants will return to Alpena, Michigan at the conclusion of the workshop.
When:

Workshop begins: 12:00 p.m. Friday, July , 2022.
Workshop ends: 12:00 p.m. Thursday, July 14, 2022.

Why: This once-in-a-lifetime experience provides an opportunity for educators to participate in ongoing Great Lakes research and monitoring, collaborate with scientists, establish relationships with other teachers in Great Lakes states, and bring home Great Lakes educational resources for use with their learners.
For questions about the Lake Huron workshop, contact Meaghan Gass at michigan@cgll.education and 989-895-4026 ext. 5.

Health and Safety
Participants will be expected to adhere to any and all COVID-19 safety protocols required by the US EPA at the time of the workshops.
How do I apply?
Interested and enthusiastic educators can apply here: z.umn.edu/lakeguardian2022. Applications are due January 31, 2022.

R/V Lake Guardian workshops are funded by the United States Environmental Protection Agency with funding from the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative. This article was written by Marte Kitson at Minnesota Sea Grant. Content questions can be directed to mkitson@d.umn.edu, 218-726-8305.

Additional Details
Target audience: 4th-12th grade educators, non-formal educators
Cost? Stipend? Travel costs? Credits?: Travel stipends are provided to cover or offset the cost of participation. In most cases, all expenses are covered, with the exception of two dinners.
For more information: For questions about the Lake Superior workshop, contact Marte Kitson at minnesota@cgll.education and 218-726-8305. For questions about the Lake Huron workshop, contact Meaghan Gass at michigan@cgll.education and 989-895-4026 ext. 5.

Application Materials
View online application

2022 Aquaculture Challenge Virtual Open House and Team Meet and Greet
2022-01-28 16:30 - 17:30
The Aquaculture Challenge is a competition held by Lake Superior State University and the Michigan Sea Grant program. Teams sponsored by a school or after school organization (ie.e 4-H, FFA, etc) are tasked with creating their own small-scale aquaponics system. In addition to creating the system, each team is tasked with monitoring the parameters of the system, such as air and water temperature, luminosity, and soil moisture. The last components of the challenge are to develop outreach and extension projects. The parameters of these last two components change from year to year.
The Challenge gives the students a few months to conceptualize and implement their system design, configure their monitoring system and sensors to monitor their system, and create their outreach and extension projects. The students are supported through virtual resources and a team liaison who meets with teams throughout the year. Finally teams complete the challenge by submitting documents and videos describing their systems, monitoring and outreach. Awards are given for each component of the challenge along with a cumulative award.

Event Details

Timeline/Registration
General Timeline of Events

Nov 1st: Registration Opens
November 1st – January 11th: Asynchronous Coach Check-In 1a – A 2-3 hour Google Classroom training that introduces the challenge and team requirements. Coaches complete at their own pace
December 14th or January 10th, 4:30pm – 6:00pm ET: Coach Zoom Check-In 1b – Live coach training to review google classroom unit. Only attend one.
January 11th: Last day to register a team. Registration closes at midnight
January 28th, 4:30PM-5:30PM: Virtual Open House and Team Meet and Greet
February: Milestone 2 Check-In – Teams check in with liaison
March: Milestone 3 Check-In – Teams check in with liaison
April 9th: Due Date for Submissions
April 16th: Virtual Ceremony

Register Here Today!

Michigan Fish Producers Association Educational Workshop
2022-01-21 13:00 - 16:00
The MFPA Convention Workshops will be hosted virtually in 2022. This is a free and virtual program hosted by Michigan Sea Grant. This program will be split into two sessions:

Speaker presentations (Speaker list will be released as soon as it is finalized).
Working session with Q&A to apply for CARES Act funding. So please have your application information and questions ready!

Register in advance: events.anr.msu.edu/MFPA2022
If you have any questions, please contact Dr. J at jescovit@msu.edu or at 570-687-6818.

Michigan Aquaculture Association Workshop 2022
2022-01-20 09:00 - 16:00
35th Annual Meeting
You are cordially invited to attend the Michigan Aquaculture Association’s 2022 Annual Meeting, to be held January 20, 2022 at the Doherty Hotel in Clare, Michigan.
Our Annual Meeting is open not only to members, but also anyone with an interest in aquaculture! This meeting is a great chance to meet with current producers, regulators and industry advisors. Come and be a part of Michigan Aquaculture.
The program begins at 9:00am and will run until 4:00pm. Registration includes lunch and refreshments. The MAA Annual Business Meeting, including elections, is scheduled in the afternoon.
For registration, please visit: michiganaquaculture.org/annual-meeting

2022 Aquaculture Challenge Team Registration Closes
2022-01-11 23:00 - 23:30

MI Paddle Stewards: Lansing
2021-10-09 10:00 - 13:00
2021 Invasive Species Paddle
Experienced paddlers are invited to join Michigan Sea Grant and partners for a two-hour paddle (with kayaks and gear provided by Michigan Sea Grant) on a nearby water trail! Participation is free thanks to funding from the Michigan Invasive Species Grant Program.
October 9
Lansing, MI
events.anr.msu.edu/2021MPSLansing

MI Paddle Stewards: 2021 Ottawa County Alumni Paddle
2021-10-03 10:00 - 13:00
Experienced paddlers are welcome to join us of a program about protecting water trails from aquatic invasive species (AIS). Paddlers are encouraged to complete the MI Paddle Stewards Online Course to learn about the dangers of AIS, how to identify them, and how to report sightings through the Midwest Invasive Species Information Network. Join us on October 3 for a 2-hour paddle on The Detroit River looking for AIS. Kayaks and gear provided. This is a free workshop thanks to Michigan Invasive Species Grant Program with coordinating assistance from Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge.

Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge
5437 W Jefferson Avenue
Trenton, MI 48183

COVID-19 UPDATE: We are planning for an in-person program on Oct. 3, 2021. All participants, regardless of vaccination status, are required to wear a mask while indoors. Please do not attend any programs, meetings, or events if you feel ill.

Agenda:

10 a.m. meet at Detroit International Wildlife Refuge
10:10 a.m. MISIN App Review
10:20 a.m. Paddle Safety/ Assign boats
10:40 a.m. Paddle
12:30 p.m. End paddle and MSU does a boat cleaning demonstration

Register online closes at 11:59 p.m. on October 1, 2021.

Register Online

MI Paddle Stewards: Grand Haven
2021-09-25 10:00 - 13:00
2021 Invasive Species Paddle
Experienced paddlers are invited to join Michigan Sea Grant and partners for a two-hour paddle (with kayaks and gear provided by Michigan Sea Grant) on a nearby water trail! Participation is free thanks to funding from the Michigan Invasive Species Grant Program.
September 25
Grand Haven, MI
events.anr.msu.edu/2021MPSOttawa
OR
October 9
Lansing, MI
events.anr.msu.edu/2021MPSLansing

South Haven research update
2021-09-22 18:00 | South Haven City Hall, 539 Phoenix Street, South Haven, MI, 539 Phoenix Street, South Haven, MI, 49090, United States
On Wednesday, Sept. 22, come to South Haven City Hall for a public presentation about an ongoing research project investigating sediment transport and coastal resilience on Lake Michigan’s shoreline. Michigan Tech Professor Guy Meadows and Michigan Sea Grant Extension Educator Mark Breederland will discuss the project from a South Haven point of view, and answer audience questions.
Learn more about the event.
Read more about the project here.

SAGINAW BAY 4-H FISH CAMP: River Side Park, Arenac
2021-09-18 09:00 - 15:00
This one-day camp will teach youth to fish and protect our Great Lakes. All campers will receive fishing rod with reel, tackle box, and snacks!
Camp sessions will include casting, tackle crafting, aquatic ecology, angler ethics, and more.
River Side Park (Arenac County), 9am–3pm
ARENAC COUNTY REGISTRATION
Registration deadline: 9/10
Contact: Melissa Prohaska
prohask1@msu.edu or (989) 846-4111

Bird ID Basics: Michigan Birding 101
2021-09-14 19:00 - 20:00
Location
Anywhere with internet via Zoom Webinar! (link sent after completion of registration)
Join us as we explore the wonderful hobby of birding in 2 one-hour FREE and FUN classes. 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!
Schedule
September 14 – Fall Refresher – Join us as we talk some fall Bird ID basics, how to handle confusing fall plumage, and how to create a happy and healthy backyard habitat
in the fall for your bird visitors.
September 21 – Raptor ID – Raptors are one of the most beloved groups of birds by people across the world. In this class we will cover some of the amazing adaptations
that make raptors so effective, as well as Raptor ID tips and tricks.
Did you miss our first Birding 101 class? It’s not too late! The videos are available online so you can watch them anytime.
Register at https://bit.ly/MIBirding101Fall2021

Life of the River 2021: Tahquamenon River Mouth, Paradise, MI
2021-09-11 13:00 - 17:00
Join us as we celebrate the Life of the River!
St. Marys and Tahquamenon River
July – September, 3 unique events

July 28, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. – Monocle Lake Day Use Area, Bay Mills, MI
August 25, 1 – 5 p.m. – Tahquamenon Logging Museum, Newberry, MI
September 11, 1 – 5 p.m. – Tahquamenon River Mouth, Paradise, MI

Event recommended for families with children age 8-13. Parents/Guardian and siblings encouraged to attend as well. Children under 8 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian during all activities. This event is free to 4-H members and their families!
Limited space for each day’s event. When registering, please only select the days you plan to attend.
General Schedule:
30 minutes – orientation to the day
1-hour – Educational activity 1 (group 1)
Educational activity 2 (group 2)
1-hour – Snack and group activity time
1-hour – Educational activity 1 (group 2)
Educational activity 2 (group 1)
Parents or guardians are responsible for providing transportation for drop off, pick up. Parents and families are strongly encouraged to participate along with the youth during the event, although it is not required.
All children participating between the ages of 5-19 must be registered 4-H members. Registration for 4H is free. 4-H registration is available online at https://mi.4honline.com/, or by visiting the your local county extension office. Any child must be registered as a 4-H member prior to the event.
Children participating in the Life of the River Event do not have to participate in any future 4-H events if they so choose.
Please note information will be emailed to you after registering with details on parking and meet up locations as well as more info on the days event.

SAGINAW BAY 4-H FISH CAMP: Bay City State Park
2021-09-11 09:00 - 15:00
This one-day camp will teach youth to fish and protect our Great Lakes. All campers will receive fishing rod with reel, tackle box, and snacks!
Camp sessions will include casting, tackle crafting, aquatic ecology, angler ethics, and more.
Bay City State Park (Bay County), 9am–3pm
BAY COUNTY REGISTRATION
Registration deadline: 9/3
Contact: Holly Mueller
julianho@msu.edu or (989) 895-4026, ext. 6

Ecorse Creek Clean Up, Communities Coming Together
2021-09-11 09:00 - 12:00
The cities of Ecorse, Lincoln Park, and Wyandotte have teamed up to improve Ecorse Creek and we need YOUR help! Volunteers are needed to pick up litter along the shoreline and in the water. Everybody is welcome, along with any and all non-motorized boats.
Three locations

Eli CiunganPark (aka: Pepper Park) in Ecorse (Pepper Road near Outer Drive)
Council Point Park in Lincoln Park (River Drive along Ecorse Creek)
Beaver Park in Wyandotte (Electric Street and St. John Street)

Three dates

Saturday, July 10 (9:00 am till noon)
Saturday, August 14 (9:00 am till noon)
Saturday, September 11 (9:00 am till noon)

September event includes lunch and raffle!!
Register for any of the three events at: https://tinyurl.com/EcorseCreek2021
Additional Questions? ecorsecreekmi@gmail.com

Great Lakes Aquaculture Days 2021: Cedar Brook Trout Farm – Trout Raceways
2021-09-02 16:00 - 17:00
Host: Great Lakes Aquaculture Collaborative (GLAC)
Dates: August 31, 2021 through September 2, 2021
(Times all in Eastern)

Aug 31, 3pm: Branch River Trout Hatchery – Raceways in combination with Winery, WI
Aug 31, 4pm: Ripple Rock Fish Farms – Recirculating Aquaculture System, OH
Sept 1, 3pm: Hickling’s Fish Farm – Bass and Trout Raceways and Ponds, NY
Sept 1, 4pm: Ozark Fisheries – Pond and Recirculating Aquaculture Systems, IN/MO
Sept 2, 3pm: Lincoln Bait LLC – Bait Farm, MN
Sept 2, 4pm: Cedar Brook Trout Farm – Trout Raceways, MI

Description: Great Lakes Aquaculture Days is a chance for those interested in aquaculture, and its products, to learn more. This year we will highlight 6 farms through virtual farm tours, live farmer interviews, and a live audience Q&A time. This is a great opportunity for those who would like to start an aquaculture farm, those who own a farm, or those who would like to learn more about aquaculture to see examples of successful aquaculture businesses across the region.
Virtual tours and farmer interviews will start each day at 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. (Eastern Time) with a 3-part schedule of:

15-20 minutes – Pre-recorded virtual farm tour
10-20 minutes – Live farmer interview
10-20 minutes – Live audience Q&A for farmers and Sea Grant aquaculture experts

Event takes place via Zoom Technology (link will be emailed to registrants). The Zoom link will be live 30 minutes prior to the start each day.
Flyer
Register
Free admission!
Contact: Elliot Nelson, extension educator, Michigan Sea Grant, elliotne@msu.edu

Great Lakes Aquaculture Days 2021: Bait Farm
2021-09-02 15:00 - 16:00

Great Lakes Aquaculture Days 2021: Ozark Fisheries - Pond and Recirculating Aquaculture Systems
2021-09-01 16:00 - 17:00

Great Lakes Aquaculture Days 2021: Hickling's Fish Farm - Bass and Trout Raceways and Ponds
2021-09-01 15:00 - 16:00

Great Lakes Aquaculture Days 2021: Ripple Rock Fish Farms - Recirculating Aquaculture System
2021-08-31 16:00 - 17:00

SAGINAW BAY 4-H FISH CAMP: Haithco Park
2021-08-28 09:00 - 15:00
This one-day camp will teach youth to fish and protect our Great Lakes. All campers will receive fishing rod with reel, tackle box, and snacks!
Camp sessions will include casting, tackle crafting, aquatic ecology, angler ethics, and more.
Haithco Park (Saginaw County), 9am–3pm
SAGINAW COUNTY REGISTRATION
Contact: Stacie Gath
gathstac@msu.edu or (989) 907-6500

Life of the River 2021: Tahquamenon Logging Museum, Newberry, MI
2021-08-25 13:00 - 17:00

Lake Sturgeon Release, Saginaw Bay Watershed
2021-08-20 12:00 - 16:00
More sturgeon to be released into Saginaw Bay Watershed during public events on Aug. 20
Local, state, and federal partners invite the public to a Lake sturgeon release celebration on Aug. 20, 2021, in the Saginaw Bay Watershed. Releases will reintroduce +100 hatchery-raised sturgeon into each tributary of the Saginaw Bay Watershed (Cass, Flint, Shiawassee, and Tittabawassee rivers). Short presentations may be made at three of the events by local partners.
The schedule includes:

The noon Shiawassee River release will take place at Cole Park in Chesaning, MI, and will be hosted by the Friends of the Shiawassee River. For more information, contact Sarah Baker at sbaker@shiawasseeriver.org.
The 2 p.m. Cass River release is at the parking lot at Rosstal Street and Gunzenhausen Street in Frankenmuth, MI, and will be hosted by the City of Frankenmuth. For more information, contact Daren Kaschinske at dkaschinske@frankenmuthcity.com.
The 2 p.m. Flint River release is at the Paddlers’ Landings (Mott Park Recreation Area) in Flint, MI, and will be hosted by the Flint River Watershed Coalition. For more information, contact Sarah Scheitler at sscheitler@flintriver.org.

Lake 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, 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. In recent years, 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 for this unique species.
The August 2021 sturgeon release events are supported by a variety of partners including City of Frankenmuth, Chippewa Nature Center, Flint River Watershed Coalition, Friends of the Shiawassee River, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Michigan Sea Grant, Michigan State University 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 on the Saginaw Bay Sturgeon website (www.saginawbaysturgeon.org).
GENERAL RELEASE EVENT QUESTIONS, CONTACT
Meaghan Gass, Michigan Sea Grant Extension Educator, gassmeag@msu.edu, (989) 895-4026 ext. 5
Mike Kelly, The Conservation Fund, Great Lakes Office, Director, kellym@conservationfund.org, (989) 892-9172
