Category: Great Lakes Commission
Grand Traverse Band’s fish waste recycling efforts lure national attention
Using fish waste as a fertilizer is a tradition that goes back centuries for some Native American tribes, including those who lived in the Great Lakes. Grand Traverse Band has […]
Paw Paw sixth graders make waves with salmon release project
Sixth graders released more than a hundred chinook salmon into the Paw Paw River off the shoreline of Lake Michigan, learning lessons about conservation, ecosystems and wildlife management. Read the […]
Fisheries experts detail success of lake sturgeon restoration efforts
The Lake Sturgeon, a prehistoric fish, has long been deemed a protected species. Experts now hope that the ongoing restoration efforts will be successful. Read the full story by Oscoda […]
Fish study used to determine health of lakes
A long-standing study in Lake Michigan and other Great Lakes has sought to determine the abundance of prey fish species, invasive species, and other forage species to determine the health […]
Largest cruise ship on Great Lakes kicks off 2025 pleasure sailing
Michigan’s cruising season is underway. The 665-foot Viking Octantis got things started on Friday when it docked in Detroit. Read the full story by MLive.