Tag: Great Lakes

A group of five freshwater lakes of central North America between the United States and Canada, including Lakes Superior, Michigan, Huron, Erie, and Ontario. The Great Lakes connect Midwestern ports with the Atlantic Ocean via the St. Lawrence Seaway.

Michigan Best Beaches Voting Ends Today in USA TODAY Readers’ Choice Awards 2025

Posted on May 19, 2025May 19, 2025 by Michael Hardy

From Superior sunsets to Lake Michigan dunes, Michiganders vote daily in USA TODAY’s annual best beach contest, ending May 19.

Asian Carp Threat Looms as Michigan House Demands Immediate Action By Illinois governor JB Pritzker

Posted on May 8, 2025May 8, 2025 by Michael Hardy

The Michigan House urges Governor Pritzker to expedite the Brandon Road Project to prevent Asian carp from entering the Great Lakes, highlighting significant environmental and economic risks to Michigan’s $7 billion fishing and tourism industries.

Michigan Weekly Fishing Report Reveals Cold Start but Hot Spots Emerging

Posted on April 17, 2025April 17, 2025 by Michael Hardy

Michigan’s April fishing report highlights mixed results due to chilly waters and spring storms. While access challenges persist, anglers are successfully catching coho salmon, steelhead, and walleye in certain areas, particularly along Lake Michigan’s southern shores and the Saginaw River.

Sleeper State Park 1944

Posted on April 12, 2025April 12, 2025 by Michael Hardy

The park first opened as a county park in 1925. In 1927 the state acquired the property and called it

Great Lakes Water Levels 2025 – Big Drops, Big Impacts Across Michigan

Posted on April 9, 2025April 9, 2025 by Michael Hardy

Unseasonably heavy precipitation and rising Great Lakes water levels mark a turning point in Michigan’s hydrological outlook this spring. Unstable

Day of the Soo Locks Disaster — 1909’s Maritime Meltdown at Sault Ste. Marie

Posted on March 31, 2025March 31, 2025 by Michael Hardy

On June 9, 1909, a mechanical failure at Canada’s Soo Locks led to the sinking of two ships, halting Great Lakes commercial traffic. This disaster exposed infrastructure vulnerabilities, prompting modernization efforts and highlighting potential economic repercussions from similar incidents today.

Great Lakes Water Levels Signal Trouble Ahead for Michigan-Huron Shorelines

Posted on March 28, 2025April 22, 2025 by Michael Hardy

Warmer weather and recent precipitation have caused slight increases in Great Lakes water levels, particularly Lakes Michigan-Huron and Erie. However, levels remain below 2024 highs and long-term averages, affecting navigation and Michigan’s economy significantly.

We Reviewed Great Lakes Cruises 2025 – Best Routes, Ships & Prices Revealed!

Posted on March 8, 2025July 30, 2025 by Michael Hardy

In 2025, diverse cruise options on the Great Lakes range from budget-friendly heritage trips to luxury excursions. Lines like Victory, Viking, and Ponant offer themed experiences emphasizing history, nature, and culture, appealing to varied traveler preferences.