Join us for “Students Ask Scientists” on November 6
Anna Hill will talk about how scientists track fish in Lake Michigan.
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‘Story of Water’ spotlights sturgeon at Wisconsin Science Festival
On Oct. 25, 2025, kids and families can enjoy sturgeon activities and book talks about all things fish.
The Swale Tale
How an unusual Door County landscape is helping researchers learn how Great Lake water levels affect groundwater and forests in coastal areas Landscapes tell a story. That can be obvious to the casual observer traveling around the state, whether it’s taking a scenic fall drive through the Driftless Area in southwest Wisconsin, exploring the potholes Read more about The Swale Tale[…]
SkipperBud’s Oshkosh Marina certifies as Wisconsin Clean Marina
SkipperBud’s Oshkosh Marina has received a Wisconsin Clean Marina designation from Wisconsin Sea Grant and its partners for the marina’s efforts to prevent pollution and protect fish, wildlife, and public health. Wisconsin’s Clean Marina Program launched in 2010 to promote clean and safe waterways for the state’s marine industry through best practices while meeting state Read more about SkipperBud’s Oshkosh Marina certifies as Wisconsin Clean Marina[…]
Summer students learn the ropes of fish farming
Twelve interns got hands-on experience at aquaculture facilities across the state.
Student Stories from the Field: A Summer with Freshwater@UW
From monitoring water quality in Lake Michigan tributaries to coring trees in Door County, the students in the Freshwater@UW Summer Research Opportunities Program had a summer full of discovery. This year, the program supported 31 undergraduate students as they explored water chemistry, emerging contaminants, groundwater, fisheries, and more, gaining hands-on research experience that helped them envision Read more about Student Stories from the Field: A Summer with Freshwater@UW[…]
Join us for “Students Ask Scientists” on October 7
Ashley Lemke will discuss 10,000 years of underwater archeology in the Great Lakes.
Submit your ideas to the 100% Wisconsin Fish contest
The contest is seeking creative ideas on how to use all parts of Great Lakes fish.
New children’s book celebrates sturgeon conservation in Wisconsin
“Saving our Sturgeon: Protecting Wisconsin’s Ancient Fish,” tells the story of how conservation efforts rescued the famous fish from extinction.
New study shows Americans searching for ways to reduce PFAS exposure through drinking water
The research team analyzed Google search data to find the types of questions people are asking about PFAS.