Teaching Kit:

Protected: Lake Huron Fisheries: A Story of Change, Science, and Resilience

DNR Fisheries Researcher, Jim Johnson, holds Lake Trout during Lake Huron fisheries science survey
Lake Huron Fisheries: Change, Science, and Resilience traces the evolution of a fishery shaped by both tradition and transformation, from Indigenous stewardship and a thriving commercial fishery to ecosystem disruption caused by invasive species and food web collapse.

Key Learning Themes:

  • Ecological interdependence within food webs
  • Human-environment interactions
  • Invasive species and unintended consequences
  • Scientific observation, monitoring, and evidence-based decision-making
  • Adaptive management and stewardship over time
  • Resilience of both ecosystems and communities

The GLFHT is Getting an Upgrade—More to Explore This Summer!

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!

Great Lakes Fisheries Heritage Trail
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