by Great Lakes | Jul 17, 2026 | great lakes, mining
Deep in the bedrock, below the relatively narrow layer of soil that hosts our backyard gardens and the Northern Hardwoods forests are metals like miskwaabik (copper), which have been used in this region for tools and in ceremony for generations. Ancient volcanic... 
by Great Lakes | Jun 16, 2026 | beach cleanup, climate, great lakes, summer program, water, youth
As temperatures begin to warm and community members return to the beach to enjoy the lake, we are excited to announce the return of our weekly summer beach cleanups. These cleanups are an important part of protecting our local waterways, preserving the natural beauty...