Life of the Lakes: A Guide to the Great Lakes Fishery
A comprehensive resource connecting fisheries science, ecosystems, and human dimensions of the Great Lakes.
A comprehensive resource connecting fisheries science, ecosystems, and human dimensions of the Great Lakes.
Promotes the Great Lakes Literacy Principles and helps build a community of educators, students, scientists, environmental professionals, and citizen volunteers dedicated to informed stewardship of
Provides competitive funding to strengthen environmental education programs, support new initiatives, and build partnerships across watershed-based education efforts.
A regional network that brings together educators, agency professionals, and community partners to advance Great Lakes literacy through professional learning, collaboration, and shared resources, supporting
Supports place-based stewardship education by engaging schools, educators, and youth in local investigations that foster informed, active stewardship of Great Lakes ecosystems.
Develops school–community partnerships that engage youth in long-term, hands-on sportfishing and aquatic resource education experiences.
Provides opportunities for students (grades 3–12) to raise salmon from eggs to smolt and release them, supported by curriculum-connected classroom activities on relevant ecological and
Engages students and educators in hands-on investigations of sea lamprey biology, invasive species impacts, and science-based management efforts protecting Great Lakes fisheries.
Engages students in raising lake sturgeon from eggs to release while exploring Great Lakes ecology, conservation, and Tribal treaty-protected fisheries, connecting classroom learning to real-world
Involves students in inquiry-based investigations of fish growth, water quality, and sustainable aquaculture, linking STEM learning, career exploration, and stewardship to the future of Great
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!
