Posts and updates of events and happenings in Michigan
Sill break walls along the Lake Michigan shore is a natural-looking method of holding and collecting beach sand and prevent erosion. Lake Huron residents may find it a suitable option for their beach or lake easement property
Consumers Energy announced Gratiot Farms Wind Project is operational and contributes 150 megawatts of renewable energy to Michigan customers. Gratiot Farms Wind Project went online on December 16 and featured 60 turbines with a 150-megawatt capacity, enough to power about 58,000 residents.
Thumbwind – Finding Fun in Michigan’s Thumb Four Michigan State legislators demand the restoration of commercial fishing licenses for 13 fisher operations left in Michigan. The post 4 Michigan Legislators… Read More »Michigan Legislators Demand DNR Restore Commercial Fishing Licenses
The Detroit Army Corps of Engineers has kept records of ice coverage going back to 1973. The map shows the extent of the maximum ice cover on the Great Lakes for each year.We are tracking the Great Lakes Ice Coverage for the Winter of 2021.
All fishing license fees will be waived those two days. A Recreation Passport will not be required for entry into state parks and boating access sites during Free Fishing Weekend. Residents and out-of-state visitors may enjoy fishing on both inland and Great Lakes waters for all species of fish.
Thumbwind – Finding Fun in Michigan’s Thumb The next time you brush your teeth or wash your face you may be contributing to adding plastic into the Great Lakes. The… Read More »Are the Great Lakes a Microplastic Soup With PFAS On the Side?
Authorities warn to use extreme caution when snowmobiling on lake ice in the Great Lakes region.
Mega Millions Lottery winning ticket was sold in a Michigan Kroger for a $1 billion jackpot. Numbers: 4, 26, 42, 50, 60, and a Mega Ball of 24.
Beat the winter blues by getting outside and visiting a Michigan State Park.
The Adopt-A-Nest Osprey Monitoring Program created a request for citizen scientist volunteers to monitor osprey nests in their area. This marked the third phase of the osprey reintroduction program in Michigan. MI Birds – an outreach and engagement program created by Audubon Great Lakes and the DNR to increase awareness of Michigan birds and the places they rely on – made a public call for volunteers.
