Fish Tugs of the Greatest Lake website
A website created and moderated by Harvey Hadland and Bob Mackreth (2002-2016) documenting fish tugs of the great lakes. A great site to explore images
A website created and moderated by Harvey Hadland and Bob Mackreth (2002-2016) documenting fish tugs of the great lakes. A great site to explore images
Access a Flickr photo library by Michigan Sea Grant offering images of fishing, both recreational and commercial fishing. Michigan Sea Grant supports the Great Lakes
Celebrate and experience our Great Lakes fisheries heritage while traveling Michigan. Posted on January 25, 2016 by Brandon Schroeder, Michigan State University Extension, Michigan Sea Grant From lighthouses
The Michigan Maritime Museum offers visitors the chance to board the historic Great Lakes fish tug Evelyn S. and peer into the daily life of
Description as presented by Green Planet Films (read full description online): 187 invasive species at last count, including: zebra mussels, goby, sea lamprey, rusty crayfish,
Fishing Heritage Site
Historical Great Lakes Fishtug
Museum with fisheries heritage exhibit, including the Katherine V and RV Chinook
Located in northwestern Lake Huron, Thunder Bay is adjacent to one of the most treacherous stretches of water within the Great Lakes system. Unpredictable weather,
Scenic lighthouse and beaches, paired with commercial fishing artifacts of the pound net commercial fishing era, featuring the vessel Bernice. Lighthouse museum also features fisheries
With financial support from America250MI, we are excited to enhance the GLFHT website! We’re delivering a more accessible, user-friendly experience and expanded stories that celebrate fisheries heritage in Michigan and throughout the Great Lakes region.
Some highlights include new trail stories featuring local voices, curated educational resources for youth and educators, additional places to explore in our directory, and more ways to connect with coastal communities through history, culture, and stewardship.
The first phase of the upgraded site launched in June, with more content coming in August 2026. Thank you for visiting!
