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SUMMARY:8th Biennial State of the Strait conference: Status and Trends of Ecosystem Health Indicators
DESCRIPTION:The State of the Strait is a unique binational (Canada-United States) collaboration that hosts a conference every two years that brings together government managers\, researchers\, students\, environmental and conservation organizations\, and concerned citizens. Participants work to understand historical ecosystem conditions and assess current ecosystem status in order to achieve a better future for the Detroit River and western Lake Erie. \nMichigan Sea Grant is one of several groups sponsoring the 2019 State of the State Conference on November 19\, 2019 in Windsor\, Ontario. Details are below for those interested in attending this free conference focusing on the environmental health of the Detroit River and western Lake Erie. \nThis years’s conference will be held at the University of Windsor and will focus on status and trends of key indicators of ecosystem health for the Detroit River and western Lake Erie.  See link below for examples of indicators that will be discussed. \nhttp://web2.uwindsor.ca/softs/keyindicators/current-indicator-reports.htm \nThere is no cost for the conference\, but you must register.  See link below to register: \nhttp://web2.uwindsor.ca/softs
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/20512/
LOCATION:University of Windsor\, Vanier Hall\, 401 Sunset Ave.\, Windsor\, ON\, N9B 3P4\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191108T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191108T150000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
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SUMMARY:Three Minute Webinars on Citizen Science
DESCRIPTION:The NOAA Central Region Collaboration Team invites you to join us from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. (CST) on Friday\, November 8\, for a special webinar designed to share information about citizen science and opportunities for the public to participate in exciting initiatives. \nDan O’Keefe\, Southwest Michigan Sea Grant Extension Educator\, will be presenting on Salmon Ambassadors during this webinar on Friday (2-3 p.m. EST). A recording will be available afterwards. \nWhat’s a Three Minute Thesis Webinar? Borrowing from a format used by universities across the country\, colleagues from NOAA (Office of Education\, NMFS and OAR)\, along with partners from the National Academies\, Colorado State University\, NASA\, Michigan Sea Grant\, and the U.S. Geological Survey\, will each have one slide and three minutes to present on their topic. There will also be time for questions from the audience between each group of speakers. Details are provided in the attached agenda and a recording will be available to view following the webinar. Please feel free to share this with others who may be interested. \nWe look forward to your attendance and feedback on the webinar – a way to get to know more about your colleagues\, partners\, noteworthy projects\, unique ideas\, and more! \nPlease register for the Three Minute Thesis Webinar on Citizen Science here. \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \nIf you have any questions or would like any additional information\, please contact Keli.Pirtle@noaa.gov or Bethany.Perry@noaa.gov.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/three-minute-webinars-on-citizen-science/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191108T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191108T160000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
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SUMMARY:Eastern U.P. Clean Marina Classroom Live workshop
DESCRIPTION:On November 8\, 2019\, the Michigan Clean Marina Program will offer an in-person workshop for the first time in the eastern upper peninsula at the Les Cheneaux Community Library in Cedarville. Michigan Sea Grant Extension staff and a Clean Marina specialist will cover the important lessons from the online classroom tied to mandatory and recommended best practices to become a Clean Marina. The workshop is open to marinas that are interested\, newly pledged\, or up for re-certification in 2019. \nClean Marina Classroom Live participants will: \n\nGet a head start on the path toward certification.\nWork one-on-one with Clean Marina certification specialists.\nEngage in interactive presentations that highlight the classroom’s most important lessons and recommendations.\nGet tips from certified Clean Marinas.\nOffer honest feedback about the current classroom and resources.\n\nThis is your opportunity to learn important best practices\, achieve classroom certification\, and plan your Clean Marina site visit — all in one place\, at one time! \nLearn more about the Michigan Clean Marina Program \nCheck out the event flyer (PDF) \nRegister here
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/eastern-u-p-clean-marina-classroom-live-workshop/
LOCATION:Les Cheneaux Community Library\, 75 Hodeck Street\, Cedarville\, MI\, 49719\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191107T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191107T160000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
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SUMMARY:Training Researchers to Inform Policy workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Scholars Strategy Network Michigan Chapter is hosting a day-long workshop to equip researchers with the knowledge and skills they need to make research accessible and useful to policymakers and civic leaders. \nWorkshop participants will learn about where research is (and isn’t) used in the policy-making process\, how to build relationships with policy-makers\, how to create clear and compelling research-based policy recommendations\, and how to work effectively with the media. After the interactive skill-building sessions\, the day will conclude with a panel of legislators\, policy makers\, and media discussing their policy engagement. Participants will come away with new ideas for connecting their scholarship to policy-makers and strategies for implementing those new ideas. \nThere is no cost to participate\, but pre-registration is required. Light breakfast\, lunch and parking at the Kellogg Hotel parking ramp are included. \nPresenters \nShira Rascoe and Ben Miyamoto\, Scholars Strategy Network \nPanelists: \nTBA \nSponsored by: Michigan Scholars Strategy Network\, Institute for Public Policy and Social Science\, University Outreach and Engagement\, James Madison College \nIn collaboration with: Academic Advancement Network\, The Graduate School\, Masters of Public Policy Program/Department of Political Science\, The Writing Center\, MSU Extension\, Michigan Sea Grant
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/training-researchers-to-inform-policy-workshop/
LOCATION:Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center\, 219 S. Harrison Road\, East Lansing\, MI\, 48824\, United States
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191110
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
CREATED:20190523T163133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190523T163414Z
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SUMMARY:Place-Based Education Conference
DESCRIPTION:Building Strong and Transformative Communities Together\nFlint\, Michigan\nThe Great Lakes Stewardship Initiative invites you to the 7th Place-Based Education Conference\, held this year in Flint\, Michigan. \nPlace-based education transforms how teachers teach and how students learn by expanding classrooms to include local organizations\, history\, and natural features. Investing in place helps youth engage in meaningful learning and civic life\, provides vital support for teachers\, and strengthens communities. \nThree Days of Inspiration and Community\nThis national conference engages place-based education experts and practitioners who are committed to transforming teaching and learning to provide meaningful opportunities for young people to protect the environment and enhance their communities.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/place-based-education-conference/
LOCATION:University of Michigan – Flint Riverfront Banquet Center 1 Riverfront Plaza Flint\, MI 48502\, 1 Riverfront Plaza\, Flint\, MI\, 48502
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191105T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191105T200000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
CREATED:20191022T124512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191022T130012Z
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SUMMARY:Lake Levels Workshop
DESCRIPTION:November 5\, 7–8pm\nHessel School House\n3206 W Cedar St\, Hessel\, MI 49745
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/lake-levels-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191025T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191025T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
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LAST-MODIFIED:20191022T132315Z
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SUMMARY:2020 Aquaculture Challenge
DESCRIPTION:The Aquaculture Challenge is a competition held by Lake Superior State University. Local school teams are tasked with creating their own small-scale aquaponics system. In addition to creating the system\, each team is provided an Arduino microcontroller and sensors to monitor the parameters of the system\, such as air and water temperature\, luminosity\, and soil moisture. The last component of the system is a business canvas that will outline potential customers\, methods of distribution\, and other points to consider when creating a business. Each of these three sections of the challenge are important when starting and operating a full-scale aquaculture business\, and many of these businesses fail because they did not consider one or more of these components. \nThe Challenge gives the students a few months to conceptualize and implement their system design\, configure their Arduinos and sensors to monitor their system\, and create their business model canvas. The students were asked to submit videos describing their systems\, and they where they were judged in each of these three categories separately\, as well as overall integration of them. The videos will be posted here\, so stay tuned to witness the ingenious systems created by these brilliant students! \nRegistration runs from October 25–January 8. April 8th: Due Date for Submissions. \n\nAquaculture Challenge website
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/2020-aquaculture-challenge/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191017T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191017T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
CREATED:20191017T163350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191017T163350Z
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SUMMARY:Clean Marina Classroom Live: Cedarville
DESCRIPTION:CLEAN MARINA CLASSROOM COMES TO YOU\nOn November 8\, 2019\, the Michigan Clean Marina Program will offer an in-person workshop for the first time in the eastern upper peninsula at the Les Cheneaux Community Library in Cedarville. Michigan Sea Grant Extension staff and a Clean Marina specialist will cover the important lessons from the online classroom tied to mandatory and recommended best practices to become a Clean Marina. The workshop is open to marinas that are interested\, newly pledged\, or up for re-certification in 2019.  \n When: November 8\, 2019\, 8:30 – 4:00 \nWhere: Les Cheneaux Community Library\, 75 Hodeck Street\, Cedarville\, MI 49719 \nRegistration: https://bit.ly/2mcORkg \nCONTACTS \n\nDanielle Fahim Michigan Boating Industries Association (MBIA)\, dbaldridge@mbia.org\, (734) 261-0123\nErin De VriesMichigan Sea Grant\, edevries@umich.edu\, (734) 647-0766
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/clean-marina-classroom-live-cedarville/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191016T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191017T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
CREATED:20190801T163505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190924T172948Z
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SUMMARY:Great Lakes Fisheries Heritage Consortium Conference\, Bay City
DESCRIPTION:Discover how our valuable Great Lakes fisheries (past\, present\, and future) can benefit local museum programs\, enhance coastal tourism development opportunities\, and support community development efforts. Learn more about Michigan’s Great Lakes Fisheries Heritage Consortium projects and partnerships\, including a newly launched regional fisheries heritage trail website. \nThis educational program is open to everyone interested in promoting maritime heritage tourism and Great Lakes stewardship. \n\nAgenda (PDF)\nRegistration
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/great-lakes-fisheries-heritage-consortium-conference-bay-city/
LOCATION:Bay City\, MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191004T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191004T161500
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
CREATED:20190927T203426Z
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SUMMARY:Michigan Sea Grant Extension to host update by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on Great Lakes Levels
DESCRIPTION:What:  Info session “Great Lakes Levels Information meeting – What’s in store for Fall/Winter 2019-2020?” \nWhen:  Friday 10/4/2019 from 3-4:15 p.m. \nWhere:  St. Ignace Public Library\, 110 West Spruce Street St. Ignace\, MI 49781 \nhttp://www.uproc.lib.mi.us/Stignace/about/library-hours/ \nWho:  Michigan Sea Grant\, Lauren Fry\, PhD.\, and US Army Corps of Engineers \nLauren Fry leads the water level forecasting mission at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Detroit District Office of Great Lakes Hydraulics and Hydrology. She holds an M.S. and Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering from Michigan Technological University. Prior to working with the Corps\, she conducted postdoctoral research related to Great Lakes basin-scale hydrological modeling at NOAA’s Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory\, University of Michigan\, and Michigan Technological University. \nNO ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED – FREE AND OPEN TO ALL
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/michigan-sea-grant-extension-to-host-update-by-u-s-army-corps-of-engineers-on-great-lakes-levels/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190930T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190930T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
CREATED:20190612T142518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T142548Z
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SUMMARY:MI Paddle Stewards: Gibraltar\, Detroit Heritage River Water Trail
DESCRIPTION:Become an ally in the fight against aquatic invasive species! Paddlers 18 years and older are invited to join Michigan Sea Grant and partners for a one-day volunteer program about protecting water trails from aquatic invasive species (AIS). You will learn how to detect and report any invasive species spotted while paddling a water trail\, and how to clean your crafts to avoid giving invaders a free ride. As a new ecosystem ambassador\, you’ll be encouraged to pass your knowledge to other paddlers and seek out other volunteer opportunities to help keep your local water trails clean and healthy. \nThis workshop includes lunch and a paddling experience (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 (www.michigan.gov/invasives). Find more detailed information about the workshop on the event’s registration page.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/mi-paddle-stewards-gibraltar-detroit-heritage-river-water-trail/
LOCATION:Gibraltar Community Center\, 29340 S. Gibraltar Rd.\, Gibraltar\, MI\, 48173
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190928T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190928T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
CREATED:20190530T205512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190530T205512Z
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SUMMARY:2019 Mackinaw Boat Conference
DESCRIPTION:For more details contact: Dr. Randy C. Stevenson rstevenson3252@gmail.com \n\nFlyer (PDF)
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/2019-mackinaw-boat-conference/
LOCATION:East Tawas Community Center\, 760 Newman Street\, East Tawas\, MI\, 48730
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190921T150000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
CREATED:20190827T201654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190827T201654Z
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SUMMARY:Lake sturgeon release events in Saginaw Bay watersheds
DESCRIPTION:Join local\, state\, and federal partners for the reintroduction of juvenile sturgeon into the Saginaw Bay watershed. Come join the fun at these locations: \n\n10 am on the Tittabawassee River\, Caldwell Municipal Boat Launch\, Midland\, MI\n11 am on the Shiawassee River\, Cole Park\, Chesaning\, MI\nNoon on the Cass River at the Gunzenhausen Walkway\, Frankenmuth\, MI\n1-3 pm on the Flint River at the Mott Park Recreation Area in Flint\, MI\n\nLearn more at saginawbaysturgeon.org \nContact: Meaghan Gass\, Michigan Sea Grant Extension educator\, gassmeag@msu.edu\, (989) 895-4026 ext. 5 \nEvent flyer (PDF)
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/lake-sturgeon-release-events-in-saginaw-bay-watersheds/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190917T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190919T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
CREATED:20190912T153336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190912T153336Z
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SUMMARY:GREAT LAKES SEA GRANT NETWORK MEETING
DESCRIPTION:Our Great Lakes Sea Grant gathering in Sault Ste. Marie will be an awesome time of networking\, learning\, and adventure in the beautiful eastern Upper Peninsula! \nWe’ll be gathering at the historic Ramada Ojibway hotel\, which puts us in the heart of the downtown area — just a short walk away from the famous Soo Locks. The quaint downtown area has numerous historic sites\, shops\, bars\, and restaurants to enjoy. Learn more about the area in the Sault Ste. Marie Visitors Guide. \nConference days are Sept. 17-19\, 2019\, with an opening welcome reception held on Monday night\, Sept. 16. Here’s our agenda with lots of great opportunities to network\, learn\, and have fun. Make your plans now!
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/great-lakes-sea-grant-network-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190916T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190916T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
CREATED:20190612T141632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T141925Z
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SUMMARY:MI Paddle Stewards: Sault Ste. Marie\, St. Marys River Island Explorer
DESCRIPTION:Become an ally in the fight against aquatic invasive species! Paddlers 18 years and older are invited to join Michigan Sea Grant and partners for a one-day volunteer program about protecting water trails from aquatic invasive species (AIS). You will learn how to detect and report any invasive species spotted while paddling a water trail\, and how to clean your crafts to avoid giving invaders a free ride. As a new ecosystem ambassador\, you’ll be encouraged to pass your knowledge to other paddlers and seek out other volunteer opportunities to help keep your local water trails clean and healthy. \nThis workshop includes lunch and a paddling experience (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 (www.michigan.gov/invasives). Find more detailed information about the workshop on the event’s registration page.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/mi-paddle-stewards-sault-ste-marie-st-marys-river-island-explorer/
LOCATION:Sault Country Club\, 1520 Riverside Dr.\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI\, 49783
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190914T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190914T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
CREATED:20190612T135129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T135146Z
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SUMMARY:MI Paddle Stewards: Hessel\, Lake Huron North Shore Water Trail
DESCRIPTION:Become an ally in the fight against aquatic invasive species! Paddlers 18 years and older are invited to join Michigan Sea Grant and partners for a one-day volunteer program about protecting water trails from aquatic invasive species (AIS). You will learn how to detect and report any invasive species spotted while paddling a water trail\, and how to clean your crafts to avoid giving invaders a free ride. As a new ecosystem ambassador\, you’ll be encouraged to pass your knowledge to other paddlers and seek out other volunteer opportunities to help keep your local water trails clean and healthy. \nThis workshop includes lunch and a paddling experience (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 (www.michigan.gov/invasives). Find more detailed information about the workshop on the event’s registration page.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/mi-paddle-stewards-hessel-lake-huron-north-shore-water-trail/
LOCATION:Hessel School House\, 3206 West Cedar Road\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190907T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190907T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
CREATED:20190612T134536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T134536Z
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SUMMARY:MI Paddle Stewards: Benton Harbor\, Paw Paw River Water Trail
DESCRIPTION:Become an ally in the fight against aquatic invasive species! Paddlers 18 years and older are invited to join Michigan Sea Grant and partners for a one-day volunteer program about protecting water trails from aquatic invasive species (AIS). You will learn how to detect and report any invasive species spotted while paddling a water trail\, and how to clean your crafts to avoid giving invaders a free ride. As a new ecosystem ambassador\, you’ll be encouraged to pass your knowledge to other paddlers and seek out other volunteer opportunities to help keep your local water trails clean and healthy. \nThis workshop includes lunch and a paddling experience (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 (www.michigan.gov/invasives). Find more detailed information about the workshop on the event’s registration page.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/mi-paddle-stewards-benton-harbor-paw-paw-river-water-trail/
LOCATION:Southwest Michigan Planning Commission\, 376 W. Main Street\, Suite 130\, Benton Harbor\, MI\, 49022
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190905T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190905T200000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
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SUMMARY:Great Lakes Levels Informational Meeting: Port Huron
DESCRIPTION:High water levels can affect many kinds of shoreline infrastructure \nWhat’s in store for Fall 2019? \nPresented by: Michigan Sea Grant Extension \nHosted by: Justin Westmiller\, Director of St. Clair County Homeland Security/Emergency Management \nSt. Clair County Administration Building\nDon Dodge Auditorium\n200 Grand River Avenue\nPort Huron\, MI 48060 \nAGENDA\nWelcome / Opening comments \nKeynote speaker: Keith Kompoltowicz\, Chief\, US Army Corps of Engineers\, Great Lakes Hydraulics and Hydrology Office\, Detroit\, MI – lead Great Lakes levels forecast supervisor \nFeatured speaker: Meteorologist\, NOAA National Weather Service Detroit (TBD) \nFacilitated Questions and Answers \nU.S. Army Corps of Engineers Regulatory / EGLE Michigan will also be in attendance to answer questions regarding permits.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/great-lakes-levels-informational-meeting-port-huron/
LOCATION:St. Clair County Administration Building\, Don Dodge Auditorium\, 200 Grand River Avenue\, Port Huron\, MI\, 48060\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190811T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190811T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
CREATED:20190612T131011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T131108Z
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SUMMARY:MI Paddle Stewards: Mt. Clemens\, Clinton River Water Trail
DESCRIPTION:Become an ally in the fight against aquatic invasive species! Paddlers 18 years and older are invited to join Michigan Sea Grant and partners for a one-day volunteer program about protecting water trails from aquatic invasive species (AIS). You will learn how to detect and report any invasive species spotted while paddling a water trail\, and how to clean your crafts to avoid giving invaders a free ride. As a new ecosystem ambassador\, you’ll be encouraged to pass your knowledge to other paddlers and seek out other volunteer opportunities to help keep your local water trails clean and healthy. \n\nThis workshop includes lunch and a paddling experience (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 (www.michigan.gov/invasives). Find more detailed information about the workshop on the event’s registration page.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/mi-paddle-stewards-mt-clemens-clinton-river-water-trail/
LOCATION:Macomb YMCA\, 10 N. River Rd.\, Mt. Clemens\, MI\, 48043
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190810T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190810T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
CREATED:20190612T131530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T131530Z
UID:19808-1565427600-1565456400@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:MI Paddle Stewards: Clay Township\, Blueways of St. Clair
DESCRIPTION:Become an ally in the fight against aquatic invasive species! Paddlers 18 years and older are invited to join Michigan Sea Grant and partners for a one-day volunteer program about protecting water trails from aquatic invasive species (AIS). You will learn how to detect and report any invasive species spotted while paddling a water trail\, and how to clean your crafts to avoid giving invaders a free ride. As a new ecosystem ambassador\, you’ll be encouraged to pass your knowledge to other paddlers and seek out other volunteer opportunities to help keep your local water trails clean and healthy. \n\nThis workshop includes lunch and a paddling experience (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 (www.michigan.gov/invasives). Find more detailed information about the workshop on the event’s registration page.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/mi-paddle-stewards-clay-township-blueways-of-st-clair/
LOCATION:Clay Township Hall\, 4710 Pointe Tremble Rd.\, Clay Township\, MI\, 48001
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190804T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190810T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
CREATED:20190531T125552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190531T130715Z
UID:19722-1564905600-1565456400@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:4-H Great Lakes and Natural Resources Camp
DESCRIPTION:Young teens have fun and amazing outdoor hands-on learning experiences as they go charter fishing\, snorkeling\, sailing\, hike through forests\, wade through wetlands\, explore dunes and more! This really fun MSU pre-college program could be the highlight of your summer – it could even change your life! \nLearning sessions and recreation are designed to: \n\nIncrease teens’ appreciation and enjoyment of the outdoors\, natural resources\, and science.\nIncrease teens’ knowledge about the Great Lakes\, natural resources ecology and management issues.\nDevelop strong attitudinal attachment to Michigan’s unique natural resources and bioregional features.\nFoster scientifically rooted environmental stewardship.\nDevelop and expand career and personal interests.\nDevelop leadership skills and self-confidence.\nIncrease social and academic skills needed for a successful transition to college and life as an adult.\n\n4-H Great Lakes Natural Resources Camp Flyer 2019 (PDF)
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/4-h-great-lakes-and-natural-resources-camp/
LOCATION:Camp Chickagami\, 6952 Kauffman Blvd.\, Presque Isle\, MI\, 49777
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190803T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190803T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
CREATED:20190621T151505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190621T151505Z
UID:20000-1564822800-1564851600@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:MI Paddle Stewards: Jackson\, Upper Grand River Water Trail
DESCRIPTION:Become an ally in the fight against aquatic invasive species! Paddlers 18 years and older are invited to join Michigan Sea Grant and partners for a one-day volunteer program about protecting water trails from aquatic invasive species (AIS). You will learn how to detect and report any invasive species spotted while paddling a water trail\, and how to clean your crafts to avoid giving invaders a free ride. As a new ecosystem ambassador\, you’ll be encouraged to pass your knowledge to other paddlers and seek out other volunteer opportunities to help keep your local water trails clean and healthy. \n\nThis workshop includes lunch and a paddling experience (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 (www.michigan.gov/invasives). Find more detailed information about the workshop on the event’s registration page.\n\nWhere: Jackson\, Upper Grand River Water Trail
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/mi-paddle-stewards-jackson-upper-grand-river-water-trail/
LOCATION:Klavon’s Pizzeria\, Upper K Lounge\, 1361 E. McDevitt Boulevard\, Jackson\, MI\, 49203
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190802T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190802T150000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
CREATED:20190618T195356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190618T195356Z
UID:19955-1564754400-1564758000@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:An Author’s Perspective on the Life of Lake Michigan
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Dan O’Keefe to explore the history of fishing on Lake Michigan and learn how the productivity of the lake has changed in recent years. Dr. O’Keefe is co-author of the newly published fourth edition of The Life of the Lakes: A Guide to the Great Lakes Fishery. \nThis presentation is open to the public free of charge.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/an-authors-perspective-on-the-life-of-lake-michigan/
LOCATION:Leland Township Library\, 203 E. Cedar Street\, Leland\, MI\, 49654
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190802T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190802T120000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
CREATED:20190708T194545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T145547Z
UID:20081-1564734600-1564747200@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Michigan Sea Grant Environmental Internship Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Michigan Sea Grant’s internship program sponsors undergraduate students to work on specific research questions or projects with Michigan colleges\, universities\, and community-based environmental organizations.  \nOur summer interns have been working around the state on fascinating projects related to Great Lakes stewardship. They’ve been using drones to monitor coastal erosion\, planting rain gardens in urban watersheds\, and more.  \nJoin us on the morning of August 2 for presentations\, posters\, and refreshments. Meet the interns\, learn about their projects\, and help us spread the word to the next round of potential applicants! \nInterns\nAbigail Meyer\nUniversity of Michigan \nTyler Penrod\nNorthern Michigan University \nBen Vasquez\nNorthern Michigan University \nYeri Kim\nCalvin College \nGuest Speaker\nNicole Olson\nUniversity of Michigan\n“Harmful Algal Bloom Toxins in Atmospheric Aerosols” \nIf you have questions or plan to attend\, please email Erin De Vries at edevries@umich.edu.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/michigan-sea-grant-environmental-internship-symposium/
LOCATION:School for Environment and Sustainability\, Dana Building\, 440 Church St.\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48109
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190801T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190801T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
CREATED:20190612T125556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T130150Z
UID:19802-1564650000-1564678800@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:MI Paddle Stewards: Tuscarora Township\, Inland Waterway
DESCRIPTION:Become an ally in the fight against aquatic invasive species! Paddlers 18 years and older are invited to join Michigan Sea Grant and partners for a one-day volunteer program about protecting water trails from aquatic invasive species (AIS). You will learn how to detect and report any invasive species spotted while paddling a water trail\, and how to clean your crafts to avoid giving invaders a free ride. As a new ecosystem ambassador\, you’ll be encouraged to pass your knowledge to other paddlers and seek out other volunteer opportunities to help keep your local water trails clean and healthy. \nThis workshop includes lunch and a paddling experience (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 (www.michigan.gov/invasives). Find more detailed information about the workshop on the event’s registration page.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/mi-paddle-stewards-tuscarora-township-inland-waterway/
LOCATION:Tuscarora Township Hall\, 3546 S. Straits Hwy\, Indian River\, Mi\, 49749
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190723T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190725T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
CREATED:20190604T190915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190604T191655Z
UID:19731-1563868800-1564074000@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:AFDO/Seafood Alliance HACCP Training Course
DESCRIPTION:A Seafood Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) Training Course that is being coordinated by Michigan Sea Grant and the Great Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife Commission will be held July 23-25\, 2019 at Mole Lake Casino Lodge in Crandon\, Wisconsin. All fish processors are required to take this training if they are not currently certified. \nHazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) consists of identifying safety hazards\, determining where they occur\, monitoring these points and recording the results. HACCP involves day-to-day monitoring of critical control points by production employees. The Seafood HACCP regulation that is enforced by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is based on the belief that commercial fish processors can understand the food safety hazards of their products and take reasonable steps to control them. Commercial fish processors are required either to obtain formal training for one or more of their own employees or to hire trained independent contractors to perform the HACCP functions. \nThe HACCP regulation requires processors to keep extensive records of processing and sanitation at their facilities. \nSince implementation of Seafood HACCP in the U.S. seafood has become the safest and healthiest form of muscle protein consumed in the world. Fish attributed illness outbreaks have continued to drop by year. For instance\, from 1998 to 2004 there were an average of 65 recorded illnesses per year according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. From 2005 to 2012 there was an average of 32 illnesses per year. \nAt times\, questions arise as to whether someone needs training in Seafood HACCP. The Seafood HACCP regulation defines processing as handling\, storing\, preparing\, heading\, eviscerating\, shucking\, freezing\, changing into different market forms\, manufacturing\, preserving\, packing\, labeling\, dockside unloading\, or holding fish or fishery products. The regulation does not apply to the harvest or transport of fishery products. It also does not apply to practices such as heading\, eviscerating or freezing intended solely to prepare fish for holding on a harvest vessel. Retail establishments are also exempt from the Seafood HACCP regulation. \nFish processors who complete the course put themselves at a competitive advantage as they can then produce value added products such as smoked fish and caviar. Those completing the course will receive a Seafood Alliance HACCP Certificate issued through the Association of Food and Drug Officials (AFDO) that is recognized by agencies regulating fish processors. \nAgenda | Fact Sheet \nTo obtain a course registration form/fee information please contact Owen Schwartz (Great Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife Commission) at ohschwartz@glifwc.org or (715) 685-2147. \nFor specific information on the course contact Ron Kinnunen (Michigan Sea Grant) at kinnune1@msu.edu or (906) 226-368.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/afdo-seafood-alliance-haccp-training-course/
LOCATION:Mole Lake Casino Lodge\, 3084 State Highway 55 (WI-55)\, Crandon\, Wisconsin\, 54520
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190722T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190725T150000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
CREATED:20190529T203052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190529T203522Z
UID:19713-1563786000-1564066800@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Saginaw Bay 4-H Fish Camp
DESCRIPTION:Come learn how to fish while also protecting our Great Lakes! \nOpen to youth ages 8-12 from Arenac\, Bay and Saginaw counties. \nRegistration opens on June 10 at 6pm.  \nAll campers receive rod with reel\, fully stocked tackle box\, and a camp T-shirt. \nCamp Sessions: \n\nCasting\nTackle crafting\nFish anatomy\nAquatic ecology\nAngler ethics\nStewardship campaigns\n\nContacts\nHolly Julian\nMichigan State University Extension\njulianho@msu.edu\n(989) 895-4026 ext. 6 \nMeaghan Gass\nMichigan Sea Grant | Michigan State University Extension\ngassmeag@msu.edu | (989) 895-4026 ext. 5\nmichiganseagrant.org | msue.anr.msu.edu
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/saginaw-bay-4-h-fish-camp/
LOCATION:Bay City State Park\, 3582 State Park Dr.\, Bay City\, MI\, 48706
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190717T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190717T200000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
CREATED:20190618T194336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190618T201403Z
UID:19951-1563390000-1563393600@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Impact of Dredging the Grand River in Ottawa County
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Dan O’Keefe for a look at the environmental impacts of dredging the Grand River. The Grand River Waterway Project seeks to link the Grand River in downtown Grand Rapids to Lake Michigan in an effort to stimulate economic vitality. Is the proposed plan worth the environmental risks and hidden costs? \nThis presentation will include an update on the status of the project\, and an opportunity to learn more about kayak and fishing opportunities at parks along the Grand River. Sunset paddling and fishing on the Grand River will be available after the program from 8:15-9:15 PM. \nPre-registration for the presentation is free. Space is limited to 35 people. Register for the presentation on the Ottawa County Parks website. \nKayak reservations are optional and separate from the presentation registration. To reserve a kayak for this event\, please contact Lakeshore Kayak at (616) 566-1325. Cost per kayak is $25. Staff from Lakeshore Kayak will bring all pre-rented boats to the event. \n7:00 pm-8:00 pm presentation followed by optional fishing and kayaking 8:15-9:15 pm.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/impact-of-dredging-the-grand-river-in-ottawa-county/
LOCATION:Connor Bayou Park\, 12945 North Cedar Dr.\, Grand Haven\, MI\, 49417
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190708T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190708T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
CREATED:20190621T182045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190621T183918Z
UID:20011-1562580000-1562589000@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Summer Discovery Cruises: The Nature of Lake St. Clair
DESCRIPTION:Take an educational cruise on Lake St. Clair to discover the rich variety of aquatic life that makes Lake St. Clair so special. Plants\, animals\, and habitats — including one of the world’s largest freshwater deltas — will be explored.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/summer-discovery-cruises-the-nature-of-lake-st-clair-4/
LOCATION:Lake St. Clair Metropark\, 31300 Metro Pkwy\, Harrison Charter Township\, MI\, 48045
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190705T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190705T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002822
CREATED:20190621T183708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190621T183708Z
UID:20022-1562320800-1562329800@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Summer Discovery Cruises: Lake St. Clair Fisheries
DESCRIPTION:This is not a fishing cruise\, but it definitely is a “fishy” cruise! Learn firsthand about the fish that are found in Lake St. Clair\, many of which are available for hands-on examination during the cruise. We will be joined by a Michigan DNR Fisheries Biologist and perhaps rendezvous with their research vessel while out on the lake to observe fish tagging\, measuring\, and other research operations.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/summer-discovery-cruises-lake-st-clair-fisheries-2/
LOCATION:Lake St. Clair Metropark\, 31300 Metro Pkwy\, Harrison Charter Township\, MI\, 48045
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