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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On November 2nd, a group of 9 Illinois and Indiana educators joined IISG and @Openlands to explore the incredible history of enslaved people`s use of the Great Lakes and environmental science in their quest for freedom. These educators received curriculum resources related to local areas of IL and participated in a field trip to the African American Heritage Water Trail and the Ton Farm, the former safe house site which is now the home of Chicago`s Finest Marina. Interested in learning more about the Great Lakes’ role in the Underground Railroad? Learn more at the link in bio.
On November 2nd, a group of 9 Illinois and Indiana educators joined IISG and @Openlands to explore the incredible history of enslaved people`s use of the Great Lakes and environmental science in their quest for freedom. These educators received curriculum resources related to local areas of IL and participated in a field trip to the African American Heritage Water Trail and the Ton Farm, the former safe house site which is now the home of Chicago`s Finest Marina. Interested in learning more about the Great Lakes’ role in the Underground Railroad? Learn more at the link in bio.