2024 Highlights

Here is a sample of some Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant program highlights that reflect our work in research, outreach, and education. Through these efforts we address critical southern Lake Michigan region concerns by empowering decision-makers and residents alike with the latest scientific information.

Aster from Red Oak Rain GardenRain gardens capture stormwater runoff

 

 

 

 

Dripping Water Faucet

Water supply forecasts inform community planning

 

 

 

 

Rainbow Beach, IllinoisChicago beach sand data provides management insights

 

 

 

 

Chicago buoy being deployed

Lake Michigan buoys inform weather and fishing forecasts

 

 

 

 

Stock photo of weed pulling

Stewardship training informs and inspires volunteers

 

 

 

 

Tubs showing medicine disposal Collection programs dispose of unwanted medicines

 

 

 

 

Conservation officers looking at crayfish Illinois conservation officers learn to ID AIS

 

 

 

 

Boats on Chicago River Tracking provides insights into Chicago River fish

 

 

 

 

Fish entree

Eat Midwest Fish is a popular aquaculture resource

 

 

 

 

Student working with HydroLab Students experiment with real-world monitoring equipment

 

 

 

 

2024 Grad Scholar The scholars program enhances graduate student research

 

 

 

 

IISG intern Crystal Hall Summer interns gain real-world experience

 

 

 

 

 

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Register Now for HASTI 2026! The early bird registration rate expires tomorrow!

We’re excited to be presenting The Watershed Game at the conference. The game is a hands-on activity that helps educators and students explore water quality, land use, and community decision-making.

✅ Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow educators and bring new tools to your classroom!
📅 Event Details & Registration at the link in bio.

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Register Now for HASTI 2026! The early bird registration rate expires tomorrow!We’re excited to be presenting The Watershed Game at the conference. The game is a hands-on activity that helps educators and students explore water quality, land use, and community decision-making.✅ Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow educators and bring new tools to your classroom!📅 Event Details & Registration at the link in bio.

Keeping on top of your farm finances can be a daunting task, but knowing what numbers to track, what the numbers mean, when to spend, and when to save can be critical for the long-term health of your aquaculture business finances.

This webinar series will provide you with an overview of practical information for managing your farm’s finances. All webinars begin at 12pm ET. Registrants will be sent a webinar recording. All recordings will be added to a YouTube playlist on Ohio Sea Grant and Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant YouTube pages.

Learn more at the link in bio.

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Keeping on top of your farm finances can be a daunting task, but knowing what numbers to track, what the numbers mean, when to spend, and when to save can be critical for the long-term health of your aquaculture business finances. This webinar series will provide you with an overview of practical information for managing your farm’s finances. All webinars begin at 12pm ET. Registrants will be sent a webinar recording. All recordings will be added to a YouTube playlist on Ohio Sea Grant and Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant YouTube pages.Learn more at the link in bio.

Educators—this is for you!
Unlock the potential of Great Lakes education with the latest issue of the Center for Great Lakes Literacy newsletter. Explore exciting opportunities like vessel-based learning, an aquaculture competition, and classroom-ready resources on maritime heritage, harmful algal blooms, invasive species, and more!

Learn more at the link in bio.

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Educators—this is for you!Unlock the potential of Great Lakes education with the latest issue of the Center for Great Lakes Literacy newsletter. Explore exciting opportunities like vessel-based learning, an aquaculture competition, and classroom-ready resources on maritime heritage, harmful algal blooms, invasive species, and more!Learn more at the link in bio.