Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) continue to present some of the biggest challenges in chemical contamination across the world. States throughout the nation, including the Great Lakes region, are finding PFAS contamination in a growing number of locations where these persistent chemicals pose a threat to human health and the environment. The Great Lakes PFAS Summit […]

The Algal Bloom Action Team is once again hosting their Virtual Harmful Algal Bloom Symposium this January 9-10, 2025! 2024’s event The symposium brought over 600 water professionals from across the region together to hear the latest research on HAB monitoring, treatment, outreach and communication. It also included a special feedback session posted by the […]

Now in its 18th year, The Stewardship Network Conference is the moment where theory meets practice and curiosity leads to solutions. Each annual convening unifies hundreds of professionals, students, and volunteers from a dazzling array of environmental fields. Here they share their setbacks and successes, compare advancements and techniques, and revel in diverse perspectives and […]

The virtual Invasive Species Forum is an annual event that brings attention to invasive species issues, research, and advances in prevention and management occurring across Canada, and in neighboring U.S. States. The 2025 Invasive Species Forum is taking place Feb. 18-20. See the preliminary program to learn more about keynote speakers, session presentations, special sessions, and more! View […]

QAS 2025 Theme: Bridging the Gap "Bridging the Gap" is about promoting community and connection between all the various outdoor recreational activities. Be it paddling, biking, camping, or something else entirely, we all use and care for the same outdoor spaces, be it directly or indirectly. By "bridging the gaps" between all of the different recreators enjoying these […]

Over the past 38 years, the Wildflower Association of Michigan (WAM) has presented the annual Michigan Native Plant Conference at the Kellogg Convention Center in East Lansing Michigan. This conference has presented timely, actionable, and fascinating information about native plants, habitats, landscape design, wildlife, invasive controls, and much more.  Our 2025 conference will continue in that […]

Please join us for the 35th annual Great Lakes Day: A Celebration of Progress and Promise. This conference will feature presentations on emerging Great Lakes issues. This event is free, but registration is required.  Attendees can register HERE. We have an exciting lineup of speakers, including: Mike Siefkes: Great Lakes Fishery Commission Director of Sea […]