June 2006 Table of Contents |
Bohling Chosen as Extension Educator for Southeast Michigan Mary E. Bohling joined Michigan Sea Grant June 1 as Extension Educator for southeastern Michigan, a seven county district that covers Tuscola, Huron, Sanilac, St. Clair, Macomb, Wayne, and Monroe counties. Bohling brings six years’ experience in environmental planning to the district with shoreline along Lake Huron, the St. Clair River, Lake St. Clair, the Detroit River and Lake Erie. As an environmental planner for DTE Energy, Bohling coordinated voluntary environmental efforts of the company, including wildlife habitat enhancements, invasive species management, and collaborative environmental education and outreach activities. She also co-chaired the Downriver Linked Greenways initiative, served as interim facilitator for the International Wildlife Refuge Alliance and is a member of the steering committee for the Detroit Heritage Water Trail. “I’m very excited about joining the Michigan Sea Grant Extension team. I hope to further the riverfront revitalization efforts currently underway in the region and foster a deeper appreciation of how these coastal waterways can enhance economic growth.” |