Category: Great Lakes Commission
This Minnesota town of 3,463 residents operates one of America’s largest iron ore ports
The unique geography and maritime history support a massive iron ore port and legacy in Two Harbors, Minnesota. Read the full story by Journée Mondiale.
Sturgeon restoration efforts in Michigan show significant progress
The lake sturgeon population in Michigan and the Great Lakes is on the rebound thanks in part to a collaborative effort between many entities. While efforts span the Great Lakes […]
Officials say thousands of dead fish on Lake Ontario shore is not cause for concern
According to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, large die-offs of alewives are typical this time of year. The invasive fish species is sensitive to sudden temperature changes, […]
How warm are the Great Lakes? Water temperatures ahead of Juneteenth weekend
Temperatures across Michigan are expected to hit the 90s through the weekend, warm enough to tempt people to swim in the Great Lakes. Lake Erie and Lake Huron have posted […]
Michigan Maritime Museum offering Great Lakes research cruises
The Michigan Maritime Museum in South Haven is offering a rare chance to step into the role of a Great Lakes scientist with some expedition cruises coming up this month. […]