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Lake Superior agates

Precious memories from semiprecious stones

By Colleen Otte | January 22, 2016

Lake Superior agate enthusiast Dale Hugo shares a photo of the largest of the semiprecious stones in his collection.

Recreation

Trust fund awards $28 million for Michigan public lands projects

By Yuehan Liu | December 21, 2015

Royalties from oil and natural gas drilling support Michigan recreation projects.

Recreation

Debate continues in Michigan on how to get the lead out — of ammo

By Capital News Service | November 30, 2015

Leftover lead from fragmented ammo is putting bald eagles at risk.

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Outdoor activities that boost economy can influence restoration

By Colleen Otte and Eric Freedman | November 13, 2015

Study maps threats and what people care about.

Recreation

Michigan Senate opposes EPA-funded student barbecue study

By Morgan Linn | November 10, 2015

The students’ goal was to develop technology that reduces air pollution and health hazards related to grills.

Recreation

Madison’s numerous dog parks have tails wagging

By admin | November 8, 2015

They are part of a city goal for a”dog-positive parks system.” Studies say dog parks are sources of support, information sharing and collective action.

Recreation

Appeals court says Michigan canoeist can’t sue to sample shore

By Eric Freedman | November 5, 2015

The Court of Appeals ruled that a nonprofit organization had the right to deny a canoeist access to the Grand River river shore to test for contamination.

Recreation

Are you smarter than these high schoolers? Probably not.

By Kayla Smith | November 3, 2015

Great Lakes high schoolers test their knowledge of marine science in the Great Lakes Quiz Bowl. Registration for the 2016’s event starts today (Nov. 3).

Recreation

Michigan officials say apple cider is safe

By Capital News Service | November 2, 2015

Officials are calling E. Coli tainted cider an isolated incident.

Recreation

Great Lakes cities top some lists for park amenities

By admin | November 2, 2015

Great Lakes cities rank on several national top 10 lists for parks and recreation.

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Environmental news of the Great Lakes region from the Knight Center for Environmental Journalism at Michigan State University.

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