An array of habitat restoration projects in the Great Lakes region were in various stages of development in 2024. Project partners include GLRI, EPA, NOAA Fisheries, state agencies, local organizations, and others. Restoration work in the region includes sediment dredging, … Continued
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) stocks roughly 100,000 Atlantic salmon annually in the St. Marys River, Lake Huron, and other waterways. For the 2024 season, Atlantic salmon were reared for stocking at the Platte River State Fish Hatchery. … Continued
The 2024 winter wolf population survey estimate from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) found a minimum of 762 wolves in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The 2024 estimate showed an increase of 131 animals compared to the 2022 estimate of … Continued
In June 2024, Lake Ontario National Marine Sanctuary was designated as America’s 16th national marine sanctuary. Lake Ontario National Marine Sanctuary is America’s 16th national marine sanctuary and the third in the Great Lakes. The area encompasses 1,722 square miles … Continued
Invasive grass carp could be establishing a population in the Huron River watershed of Lake Erie, according to DNA sampling by the U.S Geological Survey (USGS). In 2022, fourteen eggs with characteristics similar to grass carp were identified from the … Continued
On Monday, April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse occurred across North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. During the event, the moon’s shadow moved across the region from the southwest toward the northeast. The path of … Continued
Resiliency is a major issue for cities and communities of the Great Lakes region. Major storms, flooding, water level fluctuations, erosion, and other weather-related events cause economic damage and disrupt daily life on the lakes. The Great Lakes Coastal Resiliency … Continued
This post includes a review of the 2023 season and news highlights from around the Great Lakes region for 2024. In 2024, an array of challenges continue to impact the Great Lakes region, including climate change, pollution, invasive aquatic species, … Continued
This project provides a variety of information about the Great Lakes of North America including Lakes Superior, Michigan, Huron, Erie and Ontario. Also covered are connecting waterways including the Saint Marys River, Saint Clair River, Lake Saint Clair, Detroit River, Chicago Area Waterway System, Welland Canal, and Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Seaway. Topics of interest include … Continued