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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
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CREATED:20190604T190915Z
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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:20260608T002815
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
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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
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CREATED:20190621T182045Z
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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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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190705T123000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190630T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190630T180000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002815
CREATED:20190621T203741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190621T203741Z
UID:20040-1561903200-1561917600@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Summer Discovery Cruises: Channels\, Islands\, Bays\, and Reefs
DESCRIPTION:Note: This is a 4-hour cruise. \nThe St. Clair River Delta is one of the largest freshwater deltas in the world\, and its many islands\, bays\, and channels create a truly unique feature of the Great Lakes basin. Join us as we travel up into the Middle Channel of the delta past Harsens and Dickinson Islands\, and then down the North Channel\, to learn about the incredible natural resources and cultural history of this fascinating area.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/summer-discovery-cruises-channels-islands-bays-and-reefs/
LOCATION:Lake St. Clair Metropark\, 31300 Metro Pkwy\, Harrison Charter Township\, MI\, 48045
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190630T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190630T130000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002815
CREATED:20190621T204148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190621T204148Z
UID:20043-1561888800-1561899600@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Summer Discovery Cruises: Lighthouses of Lake St. Clair
DESCRIPTION:Note: This is a 3-hour cruise. \nJoin a representative from the Save Our South Channel Lights organization to learn the history of the two lighthouses built on Lake St. Clair in 1855 to guide vessels through the treacherous St. Clair Flats. Learn about navigating the Great Lakes then and now and discover what is being done to preserve these historic landmarks.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/summer-discovery-cruises-lighthouses-of-lake-st-clair/
LOCATION:Lake St. Clair Metropark\, 31300 Metro Pkwy\, Harrison Charter Township\, MI\, 48045
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190629T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190629T233000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002815
CREATED:20190621T203522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190621T203522Z
UID:20037-1561842000-1561851000@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Summer Discovery Cruises: Nightwatch
DESCRIPTION:Join the crew of the E/V Clinton on a late evening cruise and learn about navigating under the stars using charts\, lights\, and the heavens themselves. The cruise will take us through the history of navigation\, from the discovery of latitude and longitude to today’s Loran and GPS systems. As darkness descends\, we will set sail for lighthouses\, search the heavens for constellations and use the North Star to help guide us to our home port.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/summer-discovery-cruises-nightwatch/
LOCATION:Lake St. Clair Metropark\, 31300 Metro Pkwy\, Harrison Charter Township\, MI\, 48045
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190629T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190629T203000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002815
CREATED:20190621T203237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190621T203237Z
UID:20034-1561831200-1561840200@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Summer Discovery Cruise: Shipping Out
DESCRIPTION:Sign on for a voyage into the world of Great Lakes shipping! As the E/V Clinton heads toward the shipping channels across Lake St. Clair or the lower Detroit River\, you will learn about lakers and salties\, legendary sailors\, and shipwrecks. With some luck\, you might even get up close and personal to a thousand-footer or two along the way. Wear your Old Spice!
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/summer-discovery-cruise-shipping-out/
LOCATION:Lake St. Clair Metropark\, 31300 Metro Pkwy\, Harrison Charter Township\, MI\, 48045
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190628T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002815
CREATED:20190621T183447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190621T183447Z
UID:20019-1561716000-1561725000@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/
LOCATION:Lake St. Clair Metropark\, 31300 Metro Pkwy\, Harrison Charter Township\, MI\, 48045
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190627T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190627T203000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002815
CREATED:20190621T183020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190621T184016Z
UID:20016-1561658400-1561667400@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Research and Restoration
DESCRIPTION:A great number of scientific research and conservation efforts are taking place on Lake St. Clair and in its wetlands\, ranging from fish to birds and invasive species to water quality. Join us on this cruise to observe Lake St. Clair marsh restoration\, learn about the HEART lab (Huron to Erie Alliance for Research and Training) and its activities\, and travel out to the Old South Channel Range Lights to see how restoration of the lighthouses has created an ideal nesting island for the threatened Common Tern.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/research-and-restoration/
LOCATION:Lake St. Clair Metropark\, 31300 Metro Pkwy\, Harrison Charter Township\, MI\, 48045
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190627T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190627T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002815
CREATED:20190621T181520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190621T183811Z
UID:20009-1561644000-1561654800@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-3/
LOCATION:Lake St. Clair Metropark\, 31300 Metro Pkwy\, Harrison Charter Township\, MI\, 48045
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190627T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002815
CREATED:20190621T165626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190621T165626Z
UID:20007-1561629600-1561638600@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-2/
LOCATION:Lake St. Clair Metropark\, 31300 Metro Pkwy\, Harrison Charter Township\, MI\, 48045
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190626T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190626T210000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002815
CREATED:20190621T182719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190621T203946Z
UID:20013-1561572000-1561582800@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Summer Discovery Cruises: Lighthouses of Lake St. Clair
DESCRIPTION:Note: This is a 3-hour cruise. \nJoin a representative from the Save Our South Channel Lights organization to learn the history of the two lighthouses built on Lake St. Clair in 1855 to guide vessels through the treacherous St. Clair Flats. Learn about navigating the Great Lakes then and now and discover what is being done to preserve these historic landmarks.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/lighthouses-of-lake-st-clair/
LOCATION:Lake St. Clair Metropark\, 31300 Metro Pkwy\, Harrison Charter Township\, MI\, 48045
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190619T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190619T200000
DTSTAMP:20260608T002815
CREATED:20190607T115056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T141227Z
UID:19749-1560967200-1560974400@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Great Lakes Levels Informational Meeting: Ludington
DESCRIPTION:What is in store for Summer / Fall 2019?\nPresented by: Michigan Sea Grant Extension \nHosted by: City of Ludington \nCity of Ludington\, Municipal Office Complex\nCommunity Room\n400 S. Harrison Street\nLudington\, MI 49431 \nAGENDA\nWelcome / Opening comments (Mark Breederland\, Michigan Sea Grant Extension) \nKeynote speaker: Keith Kompoltowicz\, Chief\, US Army Corps of Engineers\, Great Lakes Hydraulics & Hydrology Office\, Detroit\, MI – lead Great Lakes levels forecast supervisor \nFeatured speaker: Mark Breederland\, Michigan Sea Grant Extension \nFacilitated Questions & 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-ludington/
LOCATION:City of Ludington\, Municipal Office Complex Community Room 400 S. Harrison Street Ludington\, MI 49431\, 400 S. Harrison Street\, Community Room\, Ludington\, MI\, 49431
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