Sea Grant Illinois-Indiana
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This third buoy, known affectionately as Chuoy, joins IISG buoys in the nearshore waters of Michigan City, Indiana and Wilmette, Illinois. Together, these three, along with two University of Illinois buoys closer to the Wisconsin border, paint a comprehensive picture of coastal lake conditions in the two states.
This buoy is based in the busy waters off Navy Pier, approximately a mile due east of the pier. This new buoy with its flow of in-the-moment data is helping the National Weather Service (NWS) Chicago develop more accurate forecasts and warnings, especially related to nearshore wave heights and wind speeds. In addition to meteorologists, the data is used by scientists, boaters, anglers and beach goers.
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The program, developed by IISG to meet NGSS standards, uses water chemistry and biology to teach students about environmental science while exploring sustainable farming and fish cultivation through aquaponics. Students will gain valuable skills and knowledge that connect science to the real world.
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Coming Soon! Get ready for Aquaponics: Farming Fish, Growing Greens, a new curriculum for 9-12 grades!
The program, developed by IISG to meet NGSS standards, uses water chemistry and biology to teach students about environmental science while exploring sustainable farming and fish cultivation through aquaponics. Students will gain valuable skills and knowledge that connect science to the real world.
Stay tuned for the launch in 2025—this is one you won’t want to miss!
Get notified when the curriculum becomes available at the link in bio.