University of Wisconsin–Madison

Science for the Great Lakes

Wisconsin Sea Grant is a statewide program of basic and applied research, education, outreach, and technology transfer dedicated to the stewardship and sustainable use of the nation’s Great Lakes and ocean resources.

Featured stories

Researcher Bret Shaw and three student researchers sit at a table at the Ice Fishing Expo ready to talk to people about ice safety.

Wisconsin Sea Grant researchers work with state partners and the ice angling community to delve into ways to make ice fishing safer.

A woman takes a blood sample from an eagle lying on its back while a man holds the bird securely.

The Great Lakes Eagle Health Project has been keeping tabs on bald eagles for over 30 years.

Help shape the future of Wisconsin Sea Grant

Wisconsin Sea Grant is beginning the process of developing its 2028-31 strategic plan. Please answer the survey questions in as much or as little detail as you wish. The results will be used by Wisconsin Sea Grant to revise our plan and support our work in the future.

Please complete the survey by April 20.

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Wisconsin Sea Grant is doing a lot of great work to keep our water clean…so we can catch walleyes with our grandkids and our grandkids can catch walleyes with their grandkids.
Charlie Berens
Entertainer and supporter of clean water