Great Lakes Conference

September 12th 2012

Restoring forests for today and tomorrow

To restore former agricultural land into forest, the first draft of the plan called for planting four species of trees that would be favored by the migratory birds that frequent this area near Lake Erie. But there was one more … Continue reading →

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September 11th 2012

Restoration of Black River to bring people back to the water, boosting local economy

When Tom Kern gives boat tours on the Lower Black River, he notices a new feeling out on the waters of Lorain, Ohio. “It’s fun to see change and it’s fun to see improvements,” said Kern, a master captain for … Continue reading →

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September 11th 2012

Action needed to protect Great Lakes from Asian carp

Protecting the Great Lakes from invasive species is like “3-D chess” with potentially the greatest challenge posed by Asian carp. “This isn’t one of those places where we can be moderate,” said Jill Ryan, executive director of Freshwater Future. “If … Continue reading →

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September 9th 2012

Final Agenda Posted, Closing Plenary to Feature Obama, Romney Campaign Officials

The 8th Annual Great Lakes Restoration is around the corner, and we’ve posted the final agenda (pdf).  Check it out. You’ll find sessions on restoration success stories and cutting edge issues such as Asian carp. Don’t miss the closing plenary, … Continue reading →

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October 12th 2011

Michigan Sen. Carl Levin on Great Lakes Week: ‘lakes are central to our economy’

Sen. Carl Levin (D-Mich.) is weighing in on the Great Lakes Week in Detroit: “I am delighted that so many people are in Detroit this week to celebrate the Great Lakes and work to protect them. The lakes are central … Continue reading →

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