New book club explores the mysteries of Great Lakes shipwrecks
The Dive into History book club will feature books from regional authors and discussions with a maritime archaeologist.
Author: Jenna Mertz
Jenna writes about the research and outreach work of Wisconsin Sea Grant to build understanding of and stewardship for Wisconsin’s waters and the Great Lakes.
Three Wisconsin high school teams named 2026 Aquaculture Challenge winners
Washburn and Wabeno high schools and the School of Options and Applied Research High School in Eagle River, Wisconsin won awards for their aquaponic systems.
New curriculum teaches middle schoolers about lake sturgeon
The lesson plans, which blend art and science, complement Rebecca Hogue Wojahn’s book, “Saving our Sturgeon: Protecting Wisconsin’s Ancient Fish.”
New coastal engineering curriculum connects middle schoolers to the Great Lakes
The hands-on lessons teach kids about bluff erosion, stormwater, and green infrastructure.
Great Lakes, Great Read author to talk about books, dogs, and lighthouses
Author Pamela Cameron will be talking about “SPORT – Ship Dog of the Great Lakes," on May 13 at 6 p.m. CT.
Ginny Carlton wins top environmental education award
The Wisconsin Association for Environmental Education (WAEE) recently named Ginny Carlton, Wisconsin Sea Grant education outreach specialist, as the winner of the 2026 Dave Engleson Award. The award honors individuals, agencies, and organizations making significant contributions to the field of environmental education. Carlton joins the esteemed company of former award winners like Senator Tammy Baldwin, …
Keillor Fellow helps coastal communities adapt to Great Lakes’ highs and lows
Cailin Young is developing workshops to help coastal communities adapt to the changing conditions along the Great Lakes.
Keillor Fellow wants to bridge the gap between people and science
Marian Azeem-Angel is working on a guide to help people learn about coastal hazards and assess their risks.