- Restoration
- 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.
- Boating and Marinas
Michigan Sea Grant helps promote safe and environmentally sound boating and marina practices through things like the Know Your Nets campaigns and the Clean Marina Program.
- 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.
- 5/30 Low Great Lakes Water Levels Seminar
- 6/2 Blue Water Sturgeon Festival
- 6/4 Dangerous Currents Training, Muskegon
- 6/5 Dangerous Currents Training Workshop, Traverse City
- 6/6 Dangerous Currents Training Workshop, St. Ignace
- 6/19 Fish Finder: Habits and Habitats of Big River Species
- 7/11 Creating Vibrant Coastal Communities Workshop
Don’t Miss the Boat!
Summer Discovery Cruise registration is now open! Check out the new offerings as well as the classic favorites scheduled for this summer.
