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Great Lakes

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Wisconsin Sea Grant supports research, education, and outreach efforts dedicated to the stewardship and sustainable use of the Great Lakes.

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Research

How do PFAS affect fish?

Tisha King-Heiden is researching how a new generation of PFAS affects sturgeon, walleye, and fathead minnows.

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Education

Ginny Carlton wins award

The Wisconsin Association for Environmental Education named Carlton as the winner of the Dave Engleson Award.

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Outreach

AIS education that works

A new study found that boaters who know the “Stop Aquatic Hitchhikers!” rules help prevent the spread of invasive species.

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Annual impacts

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$89 Million

In economic impacts

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67,621

K-12 students and lifelong learners reached

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338

Jobs retained

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285

Natural resources managers assisted

It’s clear as clean water.

We need your help to protect our lakes, rivers, and groundwater.

Your gift will directly fund Great Lakes and water research, education, and outreach.

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