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Biking

Mountain biking sees popularity climb during pandemic

By Lindsay McCoy | May 18, 2021

Demand for mountain bikes has skyrocketed.

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Great Lakes National Parks see record visitors in 2020

By Kyle Davidson | May 4, 2021

As pandemic restrictions pushed people outdoors in 2020, visitors sought refuge in the National Parks System.

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Great Lakes drownings rise during pandemic

By Taylor Haelterman | March 26, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic indirectly caused more drownings in the Great Lakes, according to a study published in the journal Ocean and Coastal Management.

Parks

Free Indiana nature passports reward outdoor adventurers

By Taylor Haelterman | March 19, 2021

Indiana’s program was inspired by a similar successful passport program in Iowa.

Fishing

Conservation experts wary of legalizing trotlines and juglines

By Chloe Trofatter | March 11, 2021

Some anglers and conservationists oppose a controversial catfishing bill introduced in the Michigan Legislature.

fisheries

Virtual walleyes fight new threats to real ones

By Taylor Haelterman | March 10, 2021

Scientists are simulating Great Lakes walleye on computers to find out how contaminants harm the fish.

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Skiing through a ghost town? That’s scary!

By By Jim DuFresne | February 26, 2021

If you’re tired of striding across golf courses, then you’ll find the Upper Peninsula has some unusual Nordic alternatives.

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Natural features of Toronto park help users design their own experience

By Chioma Lewis | February 25, 2021

Toronto’s Trillium Park a key to revitalizing old entertainment venue.

Algae

Old Ohio amusement park becomes new wetland restoration project

By Kyle Davidson | February 24, 2021

The park will preserve local history while fighting harmful algae blooms.

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COVID-19 spurs visits to nature sanctuaries

By Kirsten Rintelmann | February 15, 2021

It offers a significant educational opportunity for land conservancies.

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Catch of the Day

  • Michigan Press Association honors Echo reporters

    Ten Great Lakes Echo reporters recently scored honors in the 2023 Michigan Press Association’s College Better Newspaper Contest.  “Our bench is deep, but it has to be to cover the world’s most important beat,” said Echo Editor David Poulson

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Commentary

  • GUEST COMMENTARY: Speak up to stop the spotted lanternfly and other invaders

    By David Strayer If you’ve driven Michigan’s highways lately, you’ve probably seen the billboards: a big picture of a lanternfly, with the message, “See it. Squish it. Report it.” This is good advice, as far as it goes, but it should go further. The spotted lanternfly is a serious pest that is poised to cause […]

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Podcasts

  • Four electric buses will hit University of Michigan’s campus next summer

    Power is supplied to the electric motor very quickly which gives the electric bus high performance and rapid acceleration.

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Climate Stories

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Experts say updating Michigan’s building code may be key for meeting climate goals. Here’s why.
Experts say updating Michigan’s building code may be key for meeting climate goals. Here’s why.
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Everything you need to know about Illinois’ $4,000 electric vehicle rebate
Everything you need to know about Illinois’ $4,000 electric vehicle rebate
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These 3 Detroit restaurants are tackling climate change in the kitchen
These 3 Detroit restaurants are tackling climate change in the kitchen
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How changing climate is impacting Michigan’s fall colors
How changing climate is impacting Michigan’s fall colors
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COVID-19

  • Communities welcome return of winter festivals

    By Sammy Schuck Most people may know that festivals attract people to Michigan communities. What most may not know is that festivals and events in the state are an annual $1 billion industry, according to Michigan Festivals and Events Association CEO Mike Szukhent. According to Szukhent, the lack of winter festivals last year “hit hard.” […]

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