- Boating and Marinas
- Coastal Communities
The Great Lakes are crucial to Michigan’s culture and economic vitality. Explore how the Great Lakes are intertwined with our way of life through land use, jobs reports, water access, coastal development and more.
- Hazards
It is important to be aware of potential Great Lakes hazards like dangerous currents, extreme storms and floods, harmful algal blooms and boater safety. The best way to combat these dangers is to be prepared and know how to respond.
- Restoration
From drinking water to economies built on commercial fisheries, restoration is fundamental to keeping the Great Lakes viable. MSG is leading and partnering on several large-scale restoration projects.
- Fisheries
Recreational, commercial and tribal fisheries are a vital part of Michigan’s heritage. Michigan Sea Grant conducts scientific research to lay the groundwork for sound fishery management.
- Native and Invasive Species
Many plants and animals rely on the Great Lakes to survive. Learn more about the birds, plants and animals — native and invasive — that call the Great Lakes home.
Happy 313th Birthday Detroit!
More than 300 years ago, Detroit was born. The city was established because of its proximity to what we now know as the Detroit River and the lower Great Lakes. The waterways acted as a highway for commerce, trade and exploration not only in those early years, but still today. Over the last 30-plus years, many groups like Michigan Sea Grant and Michigan State University Extension have been working to clean up the Detroit River, particularly the Area of Concern.
