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SUMMARY:Aquaculture Challenge info sessions and coach Q&A
DESCRIPTION:Aquaculture Challenge info sessions and coach Q&A\nMichigan Sea Grant will host two upcoming information sessions for new and returning Aquaculture Challenge coaches. Each session will start with a 10-minute presentation followed by 50 minutes of Q&A for coaches to ask questions. Attendance for the full hour is NOT required\, and coaches can drop in any time during the session. \n\nDecember 19\, 2025\, 12:30pm eastern / 11:30am central\, Zoom link\nJanuary 8\, 2026\, 4pm eastern / 3pm central\, Zoom link\n\nThe Aquaculture Challenge is a collaboration between the Great Lakes Sea Grant Network and Lake Superior State University (LSSU) and is co-chaired by Michigan Sea Grant. This science competition engages students in grades 6-12 from around the Midwest in a four-month venture to: \n\nBuild and monitor aquaponics systems\nCreate business plans\nPerform a community outreach project\n\nRegistration is now open for the 2026 competition! To register\, submit this Google Form by January 14\, 2026.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/aquaculture-challenge-info-sessions-and-coach-qa-2/
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SUMMARY:Aquaculture Challenge info sessions and coach Q&A
DESCRIPTION:Aquaculture Challenge info sessions and coach Q&A\nMichigan Sea Grant will host two upcoming information sessions for new and returning Aquaculture Challenge coaches. Each session will start with a 10-minute presentation followed by 50 minutes of Q&A for coaches to ask questions. Attendance for the full hour is NOT required\, and coaches can drop in any time during the session. \n\nDecember 19\, 2025\, 12:30pm eastern / 11:30am central\, Zoom link\nJanuary 8\, 2026\, 4pm eastern / 3pm central\, Zoom link\n\nThe Aquaculture Challenge is a collaboration between the Great Lakes Sea Grant Network and Lake Superior State University (LSSU) and is co-chaired by Michigan Sea Grant. This science competition engages students in grades 6-12 from around the Midwest in a four-month venture to: \n\nBuild and monitor aquaponics systems\nCreate business plans\nPerform a community outreach project\n\nRegistration is now open for the 2026 competition! To register\, submit this Google Form by January 14\, 2026.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/aquaculture-challenge-info-sessions-and-coach-qa/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251219
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SUMMARY:Seafood HACCP Training
DESCRIPTION:December 16-18\, 2025\n8 a.m.-5 p.m. (Tuesday\, Wednesday)\n8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (Thursday) \nOjibwa Casino Hotel Baraga\n16449 Michigan Ave.\nBaraga\, MI 49908 \nCommercial fishing operators and fish processors must follow strict guidelines to meet tribal\, state\, and federal requirements for health and food safety. The Seafood Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) certification course is a federal regulation for ensuring that businesses handling seafood products stay up-to-date on requirements and best practices. This allows commercial fishers and processors to meet licensing requirements and provide a safe and healthy product for consumers. \nThe cost of this event is $148.40 which includes certification and training materials. \nSnacks will be provided. \nContact:\nLauren Stigers\nMichigan Sea Grant\nExtension Educator\n(570) 687-6818\njescovit@msu.edu \nRegistration: events.anr.msu.edu/HACCP25
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/seafood-haccp-training/
LOCATION:Ojibwa Casino Hotel Baraga\, 16449 Michigan Avenue\, Baraga\, Michigan 49908\, 16449 Michigan Avenue\, Baraga\, Michigan\, 49908
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251212T200000
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SUMMARY:"Dinosaur Fish" film premiere
DESCRIPTION:What: Premiere of Dinosaur Fish film (23 minutes) with a Q/A panel \nWhen: December 12\, 2025\, 7 – 8pm\nWhere: Delta College Planetarium | 100 Center Avenue\, Bay City\, MI\, United States\, Michigan 48708\nHow: Event is free and open to the public \n\n\nThe Saginaw Bay Sturgeon Restoration Program and its partners have been working since 2017 on a significant project to restore lake sturgeon in the Saginaw Bay system. This follows major partner investments in restoration projects\, research\, dam removal and education. It has become one of the greatest restoration success stories in decades on the Great Lakes. \n\n\nLast year\, thanks to major support from the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation and the Bay Area Community Foundation\, the sturgeon team began the development of a documentary film that focuses on the effort.  The documentary is now complete! \n\n\nOn Friday\, December 12 at 7pm\, we will premiere the documentary at the Delta College Planetarium in Bay City. This is a free\, public event. Here is the Facebook Event Page. \n\n\nFollowing the 23-minute film\, there will be a panel of folks who participated in the film\, as well as sturgeon experts\, available to discuss the project and answer questions.  Panelists include: \n\n\n\nDr. Jeff Jolley\, Michigan Department of Natural Resources\nJason Whalen\, Fauna Creative (the firm that produced the documentary)\nMeaghan Gass\, Michigan Sea Grant & Michigan State University Extension \nDoug Larson\, Michigan State University\, Black River Sturgeon Facility
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/dinosaur-fish-film-premiere/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251203T140000
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SUMMARY:Pesticide Safety Webinar Series: The RUP/CCA CEU Credit Clinic
DESCRIPTION:December 3\, 2025 10:00AM – 2:00PM \nOnline \n\nContact: Safa Alzohairy\, Heather Borden\, or Emma Schlachter \nJoin the MSU Pesticide Safety Education Program for a comprehensive virtual learning opportunity designed for Pesticide Applicators\, Agricultural Professionals\, and Crop Advisers. This webinar series is FREE to attend\, but participants who wish to earn Restricted Use Pesticide (RUP) credits or Certified Crop Adviser Continuing Education Unit (CCA CEU) may do so for a small registration fee. This series offers timely\, science-based education on Pesticide Safety\, Endangered Species Act Regulations\, environmental protection\, and best practices in application and equipment use. \nAll participants must pre-register using this short form: \nWebinar Registration \nParticipants from Michigan who wish to earn RUP credits must fill out this form before the webinar date: \nRegister for RUP Credits \nParticipants who wish to earn CCA-CEUs must fill out this form before each webinar from which CCA-CEUs is requested: \nRegister for CCA-CEUs \nDeadline to fill out this form is 11:59PM same date of the webinar sessions.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/pesticide-safety-webinar-series-the-rup-cca-ceu-credit-clinic/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251113T190000
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SUMMARY:Detroit River Community Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Detroit River Public Advisory Council is hosting Community Forums for the public to learn more about the Detroit River Area of Concern (AOC)\, past AOC projects\, and gather input on what future habitat restoration projects should look like. \nThe forums will allow the community to ask questions and discuss future visioning for the Detroit River. The goals of the Community Forums are to provide opportunities to openly share community needs\, visions\, and help collaborate with the public in future restoration efforts. \nEcorse Public Library\n4184 West Jefferson Avenue\, Ecorse\, MI\, 48229
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/detroit-river-community-forum-november-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251114T000000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153655
CREATED:20251001T142224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T142224Z
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SUMMARY:2025 National Place-Based Education Conference
DESCRIPTION:The agenda for the 2025 National PBE Conference at Eastern Michigan University is full of incredible stories\, insights\, research\, and resources from across the field of place-based education! With 165+ confirmed presenters\, representing 35+ states and 3 countries\, there’s a relevant pathway through the conference for all. From workshops\, to traditional talks\, to outdoor experiential learning sessions\, to 10-minute Story Spots\, this conference is about sharing from the community dedicated to the power of our connections to place and supporting each attendee in their PBE journey! \nOur diverse presenter community includes classroom teachers of all grades and subjects\, early childhood educators\, city council members\, authors\, school and district administrators\, community/state/national organizations and agencies\, scholars and researchers\, extension educators\, and individuals within a wide range of other positions and areas of expertise! \n\nMore info
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/2025-national-place-based-education-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251015T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251015T183000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153655
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SUMMARY:Detroit River Community Forum October 15
DESCRIPTION:The Detroit River Public Advisory Council is hosting Community Forums for the public to learn more about the Detroit River Area of Concern (AOC)\, past AOC projects\, and gather input on what future habitat restoration projects should look like. \nThe forums will allow the community to ask questions and discuss future visioning for the Detroit River. The goals of the Community Forums are to provide opportunities to openly share community needs\, visions\, and help collaborate with the public in future restoration efforts. \nEcorse Public Library\n4184 West Jefferson Avenue\, Ecorse\, MI\, 48229
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/detroit-river-community-forum-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251002T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251002T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153655
CREATED:20250924T195255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T195405Z
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SUMMARY:Detroit River Community Forum October 2
DESCRIPTION:The Detroit River Public Advisory Council is hosting Community Forums for the public to learn more about the Detroit River Area of Concern (AOC)\, past AOC projects\, and gather input on what future habitat restoration projects should look like. \nThe forums will allow the community to ask questions and discuss future visioning for the Detroit River. The goals of the Community Forums are to provide opportunities to openly share community needs\, visions\, and help collaborate with the public in future restoration efforts. \nGrosse Ile Nature & Land Conservancy \n8801 Macomb St.\, Grosse Ile Tpw.\, MI 48138
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/detroit-river-community-forum/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250920T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250920T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153655
CREATED:20250827T183814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T195254Z
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SUMMARY:Lake Sturgeon Community Release Celebrations: Saginaw Bay region
DESCRIPTION:On September 20\, 2025\, community members and conservation partners are invited to help release young lake sturgeon into the Saginaw Bay watershed. Attendees at these free riverside release events will reintroduce more than 100 native sturgeon into each tributary of the Saginaw River system (e.g.\, Cass\, Flint\, Shiawassee\, and Tittabawassee rivers).\n\nPublic release celebrations on Sept. 20 across the Saginaw Bay Watershed include:\n\n\n11 a.m.\, Tittabawassee River\, at the Bob G. Caldwell Municipal Boat Launch in Midland\, hosted by the Chippewa Nature Center. For more information\, contact Jennifer Kirts at jkirts@chippewanaturecenter.org.\n\n\nNoon\, Shiawassee River\, at Cole Park in Chesaning\, hosted by the Friends of the Shiawassee River. For more information\, contact Liz Roxberry at info@shiawasseeriver.org.\n\n\n2 p.m.\, Flint River\, at Paddlers’ Landings (Mott Park Recreation Area) in Flint\, hosted by the Flint River Watershed Coalition. For more information\, contact Emily Stetson at estetson@gcparks.org.\n\n\n2:30 p.m.\, Cass River\, at the parking lot at the Gunzenhausen Walkway in Frankenmuth\, hosted by the City of Frankenmuth. For more information\, contact Matt Bierlein at mbierlein@frankenmuthcity.com.\n\n\nLake sturgeon are a unique Great Lakes species. They can grow up to 7 feet long and can weigh up to 300 pounds. The slow-maturing fish do not begin reproducing until they are 15-20 years old. Once abundant in many Michigan lakes and rivers – including the Saginaw River System – lake sturgeon were nearly eradicated due to overfishing and habitat loss\, particularly the destruction of rocky reefs in rivers that sturgeon and other native fish species use for spawning. Many partnerships and projects are working to restore sturgeon to a self-sustaining level in Michigan. This work includes restoring sturgeon habitat\, reintroducing sturgeon into their native ranges\, and raising awareness and appreciation.\n\nMany partners have been working since 2017 to bring sturgeon back to the Saginaw River system. Thus far\, community members and partners have released close to 7\,000 sturgeon into local waters. Partners that support the September 20\, 2025 sturgeon release events\, including Bay County\, City of Frankenmuth\, Chippewa Nature Center\, Flint River Watershed Coalition\, Friends of the Shiawassee River\, Michigan Department of Natural Resources\, Michigan Sea Grant\, MSU Department of Fisheries and Wildlife\, MSU Extension\, Saginaw Bay Watershed Initiative Network\, Sturgeon for Tomorrow – Black Lake Chapter\, The Conservation Fund\, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service\, and more. Learn more about the lake sturgeon restoration efforts and get involved here.\n\nIf you have general release event questions\, please contact:\n\n\nMeaghan Gass\, Michigan Sea Grant Extension Educator\, gassmeag@msu.edu\, (989) 895-4026 ext. 5 \n\n\nMike Kelly\, The Conservation Fund\, Great Lakes Office\, Director\, kellym@conservationfund.org\, 989-892-9171
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/lake-sturgeon-community-release-celebrations-saginaw-bay-region-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250911T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250911T201500
DTSTAMP:20260605T153655
CREATED:20250723T203036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T203433Z
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SUMMARY:Michigan Birding 101: Backyard Fall Bird ID and Habitat Tips
DESCRIPTION:Fall Refresher: Tuesday\, Sept. 9\, 2025\, 7-8:15 p.m. ET \nBackyard Fall Bird ID and Habitat Tips: Thursday\, Sept. 11\, 2025\, 7-8:15 p.m. ET \nLocation: Anywhere with internet via Zoom Webinar! (link sent after completion of registration) \nJoin Michigan Sea Grant as we explore the wonderful hobby of birding in 2 FREE and FUN classes. These classes are geared toward beginning birders. We will have instructional time at the start of each class followed by a Q&A session. This a great opportunity for those new to the hobby or looking to get started! \nWant to watch the Spring series? The videos are available online so you can watch them anytime. \n\nRegistration link
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/michigan-birding-101-backyard-fall-bird-id-and-habitat-tips-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250909T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250909T201500
DTSTAMP:20260605T153655
CREATED:20250723T202935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T203334Z
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SUMMARY:Michigan Birding 101: Fall Refresher
DESCRIPTION:Fall Refresher: Tuesday\, Sept. 9\, 2025\, 7-8:15 p.m. ET \nBackyard Fall Bird ID and Habitat Tips: Thursday\, Sept. 11\, 2025\, 7-8:15 p.m. ET \nLocation: Anywhere with internet via Zoom Webinar! (link sent after completion of registration) \nJoin Michigan Sea Grant as we explore the wonderful hobby of birding in 2 FREE and FUN classes. These classes are geared toward beginning birders. We will have instructional time at the start of each class followed by a Q&A session. This a great opportunity for those new to the hobby or looking to get started! \nWant to watch the Spring series? The videos are available online so you can watch them anytime. \n\nRegistration link
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/michigan-birding-101-fall-refresher-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250908T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250908T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153655
CREATED:20250724T194236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T194236Z
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SUMMARY:Inland Lake Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Presentations Include:\n\nHABs Identification for Safe Recreation\nRainfall Simulator Demonstration\nEGLE’s Septic Replacement Loan Program\nMiCorps Cooperative Lakes Monitoring Program\nSmart Lake Erie Watershed Initiative\nLake Erie Volunteer Science Network\nVolunteer Science Data Collection Demo\n\n\nDate: September 8th 2025\nTime: 2-5 pm\nLocation: Little Long Lake\, 320 Ln 130 Long Lake\, Fremont\, IN 46737\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUpon registering we will invite you to the event via google calendar which will provide up to date information about the agenda\n\n\n\n\n\nInland Lake Field Day RSVP Form
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/inland-lake-field-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250822T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250822T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153655
CREATED:20250806T140540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T140638Z
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SUMMARY:Lake Sturgeon Community Release Celebrations: Saginaw Bay region
DESCRIPTION:On August 22\, 2025\, community members and conservation partners are invited to help release young lake sturgeon into the Saginaw Bay watershed. Attendees at these free riverside release events will reintroduce more than 100 native sturgeon into each tributary of the Saginaw River system (e.g.\, Cass\, Flint\, Shiawassee\, and Tittabawassee rivers).\n\nThe juvenile sturgeon being released in August come from the Black River in Cheboygan County. They hatched in the river as a result of natural reproduction. In late May 2025\, researchers from the Michigan State University Department of Fisheries & Wildlife and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources moved the fish to the Black Lake Streamside Rearing Facility for safekeeping. The young fish spent the summer growing to 4-6 inches in length before their release into the Saginaw River system.\nPublic release celebrations on Aug. 22 across the Saginaw Bay Watershed include:\n\n\n11 a.m.\, Tittabawassee River\, at the Bob G. Caldwell Municipal Boat Launch in Midland\, hosted by the Chippewa Nature Center. For more information\, contact Jennifer Kirts at jkirts@chippewanaturecenter.org.\n\n\nNoon\, Shiawassee River\, at Cole Park in Chesaning\, hosted by the Friends of the Shiawassee River. For more information\, contact Liz Roxberry at info@shiawasseeriver.org.\n\n\n1:30 p.m.\, Flint River\, at Paddlers’ Landings (Mott Park Recreation Area) in Flint\, hosted by the Flint River Watershed Coalition. For more information\, contact Emily Stetson at estetson@gcparks.org.\n\n\n2 p.m.\, Cass River\, at the parking lot at the Gunzenhausen Walkway in Frankenmuth\, hosted by the City of Frankenmuth. For more information\, contact Matt Bierlein at mbierlein@frankenmuthcity.com.\n\n\nLake Sturgeon are a unique Great Lakes species. They can grow up to 7 feet long and can weigh up to 300 pounds. The slow-maturing fish do not begin reproducing until they are 15-20 years old. Once abundant in many Michigan lakes and rivers – including the Saginaw River System – Lake Sturgeon were nearly eradicated due to overfishing and habitat loss\, particularly the destruction of rocky reefs in rivers that sturgeon and other native fish species use for spawning. Many partnerships and projects are working to restore sturgeon to a self-sustaining level in Michigan. This work includes restoring sturgeon habitat\, reintroducing sturgeon into their native ranges\, and raising awareness and appreciation.\n\nMany partners have been working since 2017 to bring sturgeon back to the Saginaw River system. Thus far\, community members and partners have released close to 7\,000 sturgeon into local waters. Partners that support the August 22\, 2025 sturgeon release events\, including Bay County\, City of Frankenmuth\, Chippewa Nature Center\, Flint River Watershed Coalition\, Friends of the Shiawassee River\, Michigan Department of Natural Resources\, Michigan Sea Grant\, MSU Department of Fisheries and Wildlife\, MSU Extension\, Saginaw Bay Watershed Initiative Network\, Sturgeon for Tomorrow – Black Lake Chapter\, The Conservation Fund\, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service\, and more. Learn more about the lake sturgeon restoration efforts and get involved here.\n\nIf you have general release event questions\, please contact:\n\n\nMeaghan Gass\, Michigan Sea Grant Extension Educator\, gassmeag@msu.edu\, (989) 895-4026 ext. 5 \n\n\nMike Kelly\, The Conservation Fund\, Great Lakes Office\, Director\, kellym@conservationfund.org\, 989-892-9171
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/lake-sturgeon-community-release-celebrations-saginaw-bay-region/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250821T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250821T163000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153655
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SUMMARY:MI Paddle Stewards Kayak Safety Training: Southeast MI
DESCRIPTION:Kayak Skills Safety Training Lake St. Clair Metropark\n2 sessions offered (choose one – maximum of 10 for each session) \nAug. 21\, 2025\n10 a.m. – 1 p.m. ET \nOR \n1:30 – 4:30 p.m. ET \nLearn about Kayak Safety — how to avoid potential dangers\, practice self-rescue skills and develop the skills you need to manage minor in-water incidents. \nNote: please wear quick-dry clothes for water immersion – no cotton. Bring dry clothes to change into after the course is complete (water immersion will be the last course element). \nParticipants MUST either bring their own kayak or RENT one from Simple Adventures ($40 cost). Please book your own kayak reservation. \nParticipants must be 18 or older and will need to meet the 11 ACA Eligibility Criteria for the training. \nThis is a free event. (kayak rental is NOT included). Parking fee is included in your reservation. \nPlease bring a water bottle\, sack lunch\, sun block\, and weather appropriate clothing to the event. \nBack up date for inclement weather: same times Aug. 28. \n\n\n\nRegister Online\n\n\n\n\nAccommodations\nMichigan State University Extension programs\, services events\, and materials are open to all without regard to race\, color\, national origin\, gender\, gender identity\, religion\, age\, height\, weight\, disability\, political beliefs\, sexual orientation\, marital status\, family status\, or veteran status. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting the event contact two weeks prior to the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible. \n\n\nContact Information\nIf you have questions\, please contact Erica Clites at 313-494-4678 or clitese1@msu.edu.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/mi-paddle-stewards-kayak-safety-training-southeast-mi/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250806T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250806T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153655
CREATED:20250627T135337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T182114Z
UID:107743-1754503200-1754508600@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:HABS 101: Lake Stories
DESCRIPTION:Join Michigan Sea Grant and state partners for this free webinar on August 6\, 2025\, at 6-7:30pm. \nHear firsthand from Michiganders who are tackling harmful algal blooms (HABs) in their inland lakes. See how they’re bringing neighborhoods and communities together to identify challenges and explore solutions. Michigan Sea Grant Director Silvia Newell will also share her perspective as a researcher putting potential HABs solutions to the test. \nRegister here to receive the zoom link.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/habs-101-lake-stories/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250723T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250723T133000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153655
CREATED:20250630T183631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T183631Z
UID:107834-1753275600-1753277400@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Through the Eyes of a Stormwater Specialist: Managing Stormwater at a Marina
DESCRIPTION:As part of theGreat Lakes Clean Marinas Network 2025 Webinar Series\, Stormwater Specialist\, Megan Bolyard\, will share the prospective of a trained eye and will delve into ways to manage stormwater at a marina in our summer webinar: “Through the Eyes of a Stormwater Specialist: Managing Stormwater at a Marina”. \nRegister by clicking this link: go.osu.edu/2025stormwaterwebinar
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/webinar-through-the-eyes-of-a-stormwater-specialist-managing-stormwater-at-a-marina/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250722T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250722T163000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153655
CREATED:20250326T165446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T165446Z
UID:85723-1753176600-1753201800@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:MI Paddle Stewards Training/Kayak Safety Skills: Traverse City
DESCRIPTION:The MI Paddle Stewards program consists of a three-hour\, self-paced online training followed by optional in-person workshops. The program teaches paddlers to identify\, report\, and prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. Participants get tips for properly cleaning their boats and paddling equipment to avoid transferring aquatic invasive species and diseases between water bodies. \nAfter taking the MI Paddle Stewards self-paced online course\, participants are invited to join an optional in-person workshop in their community. These workshops are hosted by local groups\, such as watershed councils\, paddling clubs\, and invasive species management organizations. Participants can meet local paddlers\, put course principles into practice\, and take home a MI Paddle Stewards goodie bag. \nIn some locations\, Michigan Sea Grant and partners are also offering a kayak skills safety training course. \nDetroit: 6/12/25 (Belle Isle)\nRegister \n\nMI Paddle Stewards Training\n9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.\nMI Paddle Stewards Training\n1-4 p.m.\n\nAlpena: 07/19/2025 \nRegister \n\nMI Paddle Stewards Training\n9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. ET\nKayak Skills Safety Training\n1:30 – 4:30 p.m. ET\n\nTraverse City: 7/22/2025 (Ellsworth)\nRegister \n\nMI Paddle Stewards Training\n9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. ET\nKayak Skills Safety Training\n1:30 – 4:30 p.m. ET
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/mi-paddle-stewards-training-kayak-safety-skills-traverse-city/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250719T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250719T163000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153655
CREATED:20250326T165344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T165344Z
UID:85721-1752917400-1752942600@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:MI Paddle Stewards Training/Kayak Safety Skills: Alpena
DESCRIPTION:The MI Paddle Stewards program consists of a three-hour\, self-paced online training followed by optional in-person workshops. The program teaches paddlers to identify\, report\, and prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. Participants get tips for properly cleaning their boats and paddling equipment to avoid transferring aquatic invasive species and diseases between water bodies. \nAfter taking the MI Paddle Stewards self-paced online course\, participants are invited to join an optional in-person workshop in their community. These workshops are hosted by local groups\, such as watershed councils\, paddling clubs\, and invasive species management organizations. Participants can meet local paddlers\, put course principles into practice\, and take home a MI Paddle Stewards goodie bag. \nIn some locations\, Michigan Sea Grant and partners are also offering a kayak skills safety training course. \nDetroit: 6/12/25 (Belle Isle)\nRegister \n\nMI Paddle Stewards Training\n9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.\nMI Paddle Stewards Training\n1-4 p.m.\n\nAlpena: 07/19/2025 \nRegister \n\nMI Paddle Stewards Training\n9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. ET\nKayak Skills Safety Training\n1:30 – 4:30 p.m. ET\n\nTraverse City: 7/22/2025 (Ellsworth)\nRegister \n\nMI Paddle Stewards Training\n9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. ET\nKayak Skills Safety Training\n1:30 – 4:30 p.m. ET
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/mi-paddle-stewards-training-kayak-safety-skills-alpena/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250718T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250718T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153655
CREATED:20250617T192334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T144403Z
UID:107299-1752854400-1752865200@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Mi Fresh Fish Fry on Friday\, July 18! 
DESCRIPTION:Learn about and eat Mi Fresh Fish! The Mi Fresh Fish Fry is free and open to the public with food\, cooking lessons\, fishing activities\, and more for the whole family. Join us outside the library at Huron Street Waterfront Park for this community celebration. \nFriday\, July 18\, 2025\n4pm-7pm\n58 Huron Street\, Houghton \nWant to explore Mi Fresh Fish from the water? Check out the morning sailing adventure. Get tickets for the sail: bit.ly/misail2025 \nWhat is Mi Fresh Fish? \nMi Fresh Fish uplifts all fish produced in Michigan. This includes fish produced from farmed and wild harvests for food\, bait\, stocking\, fee-fishing\, or ornamental products. The goal is to educate and bring awareness to Michiganders that there are many values to our local fisheries; and that aquaculture\, commercial fishing\, and seafood processing industries exist in Michigan and that they are not just businesses\, but also our neighbors. If you would like to learn more\, dive in and visit Mi Fresh Fish online.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/mi-fresh-fish-fry-on-friday-july-18/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250719
DTSTAMP:20260605T153655
CREATED:20250618T143856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T195120Z
UID:107319-1752796800-1752883199@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Mi Fresh Fish Sail on Friday\, July 18! 
DESCRIPTION:Sail at 8:30am-1pm – Come aboard the Inland Seas tall ship schooner! Sail Lake Superior and experience Mi Fresh Fish through traditional stories and fish identification activities. Registration is $20 per person. The boat will launch from 58 Huron Street in Houghton. Remember your water bottle\, hat\, and sunscreen to make sure everyone has a safe and comfortable sailing experience. \nFry at 4-7pm: After you learn about the health benefits of local fish\, join the Mi Fresh Fish Fry on the pier! The fun happens port-side at Huron Street Waterfront Park at 4-7pm. The Mi Fresh Fish Fry is free and open to the public with food\, cooking lessons\, fishing activities\, and more for the whole family. \nWhat is Mi Fresh Fish? \nMi Fresh Fish uplifts all fish produced in Michigan. This includes fish produced from farmed and wild harvests for food\, bait\, stocking\, fee-fishing\, or ornamental products. The goal is to educate and bring awareness to Michiganders that there are many values to our local fisheries; and that aquaculture\, commercial fishing\, and seafood processing industries exist in Michigan and that they are not just businesses\, but also our neighbors. If you would like to learn more\, dive in and visit Mi Fresh Fish online.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/mi-fresh-fish-sail-on-friday-july-18/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250810
DTSTAMP:20260605T153655
CREATED:20250604T154023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T160632Z
UID:106869-1752192000-1754783999@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Summer Discovery Cruises: Lake St Clair
DESCRIPTION:Join a Summer Discovery Cruise to set sail on Lake St. Clair and learn about the world around you! Perfect for all ages\, these shipboard events feature local experts speaking about themes like birds\, lighthouses\, harmful algal blooms\, secret histories\, and more. This popular program is hosted by Michigan Sea Grant and the Huron-Clinton Metroparks.\n\nThe 2025 cruise season will run July 11-August 9\, 2025\, launching from Lake St. Clair Metropark. Tickets are available through the Huron-Clinton Metroparks.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/summer-discovery-cruises-lake-st-clair/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250626T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250627T180000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153655
CREATED:20250619T174413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T181714Z
UID:107374-1750942800-1751047200@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Aquaculture Teacher Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Teachers: Are you interested in the exciting use of fish\, plants\, water chemistry and more in your classroom? Then consider attending an upcoming Aquaculture Teacher workshop at Purdue University! This two day course is FREE and includes a $250 stipend\, as well as a take home mini-aquaponics kit and a virtual folder of curriculum and resources. Space is still available!  This training is available to anyone\, and educators from any Great Lakes state can access the stipends. \nWhen:  June 26\, 1pm – June 27\, 6pm. \nWhere: Wright Forestry Center\, Purdue University\, Lafeyette\, IN \nWhat: Two days of aquaculture learning through tours\, hands on activities\, and group discussions. Learn the basics of aquaponics and aquaculture and how to utilize it in the classroom. \nHow: Register today! Registration is free\, space is limited.  events.anr.msu.edu/AQTEACHJUNE25 \n For  more event Information: greatlakesaquaculture.org/aquaculture-teacher-workshop \nThanks for considering! Any questions can be directed to Maggie Lawrence at 734-626-5837\, or lawrenmj@purdue.edu
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/aquaculture-teacher-workshop-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250612T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250612T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153655
CREATED:20250326T165108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T165108Z
UID:85718-1749720600-1749744000@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:MI Paddle Stewards Training: Detroit/Belle Isle
DESCRIPTION:The MI Paddle Stewards program consists of a three-hour\, self-paced online training followed by optional in-person workshops. The program teaches paddlers to identify\, report\, and prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. Participants get tips for properly cleaning their boats and paddling equipment to avoid transferring aquatic invasive species and diseases between water bodies. \nAfter taking the MI Paddle Stewards self-paced online course\, participants are invited to join an optional in-person workshop in their community. These workshops are hosted by local groups\, such as watershed councils\, paddling clubs\, and invasive species management organizations. Participants can meet local paddlers\, put course principles into practice\, and take home a MI Paddle Stewards goodie bag. \n2025 workshops include: \nDetroit: 6/12/25 (Belle Isle)\nRegister \n\nMI Paddle Stewards Training\n9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.\nMI Paddle Stewards Training\n1-4 p.m.\n\nAlpena: 07/19/2025 \nRegister \n\nMI Paddle Stewards Training\n9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. ET\nKayak Skills Safety Training\n1:30 – 4:30 p.m. ET\n\nTraverse City: 7/22/2025 (Ellsworth)\nRegister \n\nMI Paddle Stewards Training\n9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. ET\nKayak Skills Safety Training\n1:30 – 4:30 p.m. ET
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/mi-paddle-stewards-training-detroit-belle-isle/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250429T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250429T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153655
CREATED:20250210T210041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T210041Z
UID:85174-1745949600-1745956800@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:2025 Lake Huron Fisheries Workshop - Les Cheneaux Islands & St. Marys River
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, April 29\, 2024\, 6 – 8 p.m. ET\nClark Township Community Center\n133 M-134\, Cedarville\, MI 49719 \nor Zoom \nMichigan Sea Grant and Michigan State University Extension\, in partnership with the Department of Natural Resources Fisheries Division\, USGS Great Lakes Science Center\, and local fishery organizations is holding a Les Cheneaux /St. Marys/Lake Huron Fisheries Workshop and you can attend in person OR you can attend online. \nThis workshop offers current research and information related to the status of the Lake Huron and St. Marys River fisheries. We look forward to hosting your questions! \nRegistration for this event is free\, but you must register by April 28\, 2025. \n\n\nRegistration for Lake Huron – Les Cheneaux Islands Fishery Workshop 2025 is open. \nRegistration closes at 11:59 p.m. ET on April 28\, 2025. \n\nRegister Online\n\n\n\n\nAccommodations\nMichigan State University is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs\, services and activities. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting the event contact two weeks prior to the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible. \n\n\nContact Information\nFor more information\, please contact Elliot Nelson at elliotne@msu.edu.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/2025-lake-huron-fisheries-workshop-les-cheneaux-islands-st-marys-river/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250422T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153655
CREATED:20250210T205544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T115730Z
UID:85172-1745344800-1745352000@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:2025 Lake Huron Fisheries Workshop - Saginaw Bay
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, April 22\, 2025\, 6 – 8 p.m. ET\nSaganing Tribal Center\n5447 Sturman Rd\nStandish\, MI 48658\nor Zoom \nMichigan Sea Grant and Michigan State University Extension\, in partnership with the Department of Natural Resources Fisheries Division\, USGS Great Lakes Science Center\, and local fishery organizations is holding a Saginaw Bay Fisheries Workshop. Participants can attend either in person or online via Zoom. \nThis workshop offers current research and information related to the status of the Saginaw Bay fisheries. We look forward to hosting your questions! \nRegistration for this event is free\, but you must register by Monday\, April 21\, 2025.  \nIn addition to receiving a confirmation email directly following this registration process\, a link to the Zoom meeting will be e-mailed to all virtual registrants on the morning of April 21\, 2025. \n\n\nRegistration for 2025 Lake Huron Fisheries Workshop – Saginaw Bay Session is open. \nRegistration closes at 11:59 p.m. ET on April 22\, 2025. \n\nRegister Online\n\n\n\n\nAccommodations\nMichigan State University is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs\, services and activities. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting the event contact two weeks prior to the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible. \n\n\nContact Information\nFor more information\, or if you need additional accessibility\, contact Meaghan Gass at gassmeag@msu.edu. 
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/2025-lake-huron-fisheries-workshop-saginaw-bay/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250417T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250417T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153655
CREATED:20250314T130125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T130227Z
UID:85584-1744916400-1744923600@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:South Haven Regional Fishery Workshop
DESCRIPTION:April 17\, 2025\nAmerican Legion\, 129 Michigan Ave\, South Haven\, MI 49094 \nAgenda\n7:00      Chapter Business  \n7:10      Welcome and Sea Grant Update: Dan O’Keefe – Southwest District Extension Educator\, Michigan Sea Grant \n7:20      Huron-Michigan Diet Study: Brian Roth – Professor\, Dept. of Fisheries and Wildlife\, Michigan State University \n8:00      Coded Wire Tag Returns: Michael Guthard – Fisheries Technician\, Michigan Department of Natural Resources \n8:20      DNR Management Updates: Jay Wesley – Lake Michigan Basin Coordinator\, Michigan Department of Natural Resources \n9:00      Adjourn             
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/south-haven-regional-fishery-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250409T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250409T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153655
CREATED:20250205T215308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T215308Z
UID:85106-1744221600-1744228800@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Lake Erie and Lake St. Clair Fishery Workshop
DESCRIPTION:April 9\, 2025\, 6-8 p.m. ET (In person or Zoom) \nDetroit International Wildlife Refuge Visitors Center\n5437 W Jefferson Ave.\, Trenton\, MI 48183 \nSea Grant hosts fishery workshops to provide recreational anglers\, commercial fishers\, charter operators\, agency staff\, and researchers with a forum to share and discuss Great Lakes fishery management. While each workshop is different\, agendas often cover fish populations and angler catch data\, forage or prey fish surveys\, offshore and open water fisheries\, fisheries management activities\, citizen science opportunities for anglers\, and more. \nThis event is free\, but registration is required. \nAgenda:\n6 p.m. Welcome – Erica Clites and Angela Scapini\, Michigan Sea Grant\n6:05 p.m. Lake Erie Water Levels update – Mark Breederland\, Michigan Sea Grant (virtual)\n6:15 p.m. Status of Lake Erie and Lake St. Clair fishery – Todd Wills\, MDNR\n6:35 p.m. Seasonal walleye migration – Mark Faust\, Ohio DNR\n6:50 p.m. Yellow perch diet and growth – Andrew Briggs\, Michigan DNR\n7:05 p.m. Ontario fisheries management in the Lake Erie to St. Clair River corridor – Mike Thorn\, Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources\n7:25 p.m. Recent NOAA habitat restoration projects in Lake Erie western basin – Ryan Darnton\, NOAA\n7:45 p.m. Q&A and Wrap-up \n\n\nRegistration for Lake Erie Lake St. Clair Fishery Workshop is open. \nRegistration closes at 11:59 p.m. ET on April 8\, 2025. \n\nRegister Online\n\n\n\n\nAccommodations\nMichigan State University is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs\, services and activities. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting the event contact two weeks prior to the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible. \n\n\nContact Information\nFor information\, contact Erica Clites at clitese1@msu.edu or 313-578-9740.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/lake-erie-and-lake-st-clair-fishery-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250408T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250408T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153655
CREATED:20250205T214909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T151447Z
UID:85102-1744135200-1744142400@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:2025 Lake Huron Fisheries Workshop - Open Water Session
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, April 8\, 2025\, 6 – 8 p.m. ET (Zoom only) \nNOAA Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center\n500 W Fletcher Street\nAlpena\, MI 49707 \nMichigan Sea Grant and Michigan State University Extension\, in partnership with the Department of Natural Resources Fisheries Division\, USGS Great Lakes Science Center\, and local fishery organizations is holding the Lake Huron – Offshore Session Fisheries Workshop. Participants can attend online via Zoom only. \nThis workshop offers current research and information related to the status of the Lake Huron fisheries. We look forward to hosting your questions! \nRegistration for this event is free\, but you must register by Tuesday\, April 8\, 2025. \nIn addition to receiving a confirmation email directly following this registration process\, a link to the Zoom meeting will be e-mailed to all virtual registrants on the morning of April 8. \nRegistration for Lake Huron – Open Water Fishery Workshop 2025 is open. Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. ET on April 7\, 2025. \nRegister Online\n\nAccommodations\nMichigan State University is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs\, services and activities. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting the event contact two weeks prior to the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible. \nContact Information\nFor more information\, please contact Brandon Schroeder at schroe45@msu.edu.
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/2025-lake-huron-fisheries-workshop-open-water-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250402T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250402T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T153655
CREATED:20250204T191543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T191543Z
UID:85087-1743616800-1743624000@www.michiganseagrant.org
SUMMARY:HABs 101 PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT TIPS FOR A HEALTHY POND OR LAKE
DESCRIPTION:Webinar: April 2\, 2025\, 6-8pm ET\nGet top tips for preventing and managing harmful algal blooms in inland waters! Join a free “HABs 101: Prevention and Management” webinar for insights into what to do when your pond or lake turns green (hint: it’s not always a problem!). Get concrete tips for reducing the risk and impact of harmful algal blooms in your water and preventing them from happening again in the future. Hosted by Michigan Sea Grant and partners around the state\, the webinar will cover topics including septic systems\, nutrient budgets\, direct management options\, and more. \n\nFull agenda and speaker line-up\n\nRegister to receive Zoom link
URL:https://www.michiganseagrant.org/event/habs-101-prevention-and-management-tips-for-a-healthy-pond-or-lake/
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