Sea Grant Illinois-Indiana
Buoys in Southern Lake Michigan
Related Projects
The Southern Lake Michigan Water Safety Task Force helps swimmers, boaters, anglers, and others stay safe at the beach or on the water.
The Flood Vulnerability Assessment for Critical Facilities is available online to assist critical facilities evaluate their preparedness for when the next big rainstorm hits.
Resilient Chicago helps decision makers in the greater Chicago metropolitan region to incorporate climate adaptation into local planning efforts.
Key Partners
Partners who help with buoy maintenance, management, or deployment include:
Cary Troy Lab, Purdue University, Lyles School of Civil Engineering
U.S. Coast Guard Station Wilmette Harbor
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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.