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  • October 2026

  • Thu 1
    This image features three Lake Erie invasive species: a zebra mussel, a round goby, and purple loosestrife.

    A Deeper Dive into the Great Lakes Topic: Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS)

    October 1 @ 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm EDT

    Register today for Pennsylvania Sea Grant and the Center for Great Lakes Literacy’s free educator professional development program – A Deeper Dive into the Great Lakes Topic: Aquatic Invasive Species […]

  • Sat 3
    Graphic displaying educational opportunities for teachers such as marine technology, hands-on activities, and access to deep sea experts. Images within graphic display a NOAA research vessel, ROV, deep sea mounts, and several photos of educators participating in hands-on activities from previous events.

    Exploring the Deep Ocean with NOAA: Sturgeon Bay, WI Workshop

    October 3

    Dive into the deep-sea with NOAA Ocean Exploration! The Exploring the Deep Ocean with NOAA Workshop will highlight the tools and technologies currently being used in ocean discovery along with […]

  • Sat 10
    Graphic displaying educational opportunities for teachers such as marine technology, hands-on activities, and access to deep sea experts. Images within graphic display a NOAA research vessel, ROV, deep sea mounts, and several photos of educators participating in hands-on activities from previous events.

    Exploring the Deep Ocean with NOAA: Alpena, MI Workshop

    October 10 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm EDT

    Dive into the deep-sea with NOAA Ocean Exploration! The Exploring the Deep Ocean with NOAA Workshop will highlight the tools and technologies currently being used in ocean discovery along with ways to bring that excitement into classrooms.  What: This no-cost, 8-hour workshop will introduce participants to ocean exploration tools and technologies, demonstrate a variety of […]

  • Wed 14
    Book cover titled "Saving our sturgeon: Protecting Wisconsin's Ancient Fish" with an illustration of a sturgeon jumping out of the water and one underwater, with people standing on the shore

    Conversation with author Rebecca Wojahn, author of Saving our Sturgeon

    October 14 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm CDT

    Join Great Lakes Great Great and Wisconsin Sea Grant for a conversation with Saving our Sturgeon author, Rebecca Wojahn. Learn more and register today. Who: Book is written for middle […]

  • Thu 15
    Graphic that reads Great Lakes Educators of Aquatic and Marine Science Annual Coastal Clean-up. Host or participate in a cleanup now through October 15. The photo in the background is of a hand picking up a water bottle. The GLEAM logo is on the graphic.

    September – October 15: GLEAMS Coastal Cleanup

    October 15

    Are you ready to help protect our Great Lakes? Whether you’re organizing a coastal cleanup with students, colleagues, family, or friends, or joining an existing event, you’ll help remove litter […]

  • Tue 27
    Headshot of Bryce Cook

    Students Ask Scientists – How Scientists Study Emerging Contaminants: Microplastics as a Case Study

    October 27 @ 8:00 am – 9:00 am CDT

    This Students Ask Scientists presentation will discuss how environmental chemists study “emerging contaminants” – unregulated chemicals and particles in the environment – using microplastics as a primary example of an […]

  • Wed 28

    Conversation with author John U. Bacon, author of The Gales of November: The Untold Story of the Edmund Fitzgerald

    October 28 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm CDT

    Join Great Lakes Great Great and Wisconsin Sea Grant for a conversation with The Gales of November author, John U. Bacon. Learn more and register today. Who: All community members […]

  • December 2026

  • Sat 5
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    Shedd Science Educator Conference – Anchored to Hope: Empowering Youth to Lead the Conservation Conversation

    December 5 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm CST

    Explore ways to navigate conservation learning with your students. Connect with Shedd and local experts as they share strategies, content and stories to support your instruction. Practice with tools to […]

  • Tue 15

    Deadline: Thunder Bay International Film Festival Student Shorts Film Competition

    December 15

    SHOW WHAT THE GREAT LAKES MEAN TO YOU THROUGH A STUDENT SHORT! Each year, the Student Shorts Film Competition is an exciting part of Thunder Bay International Film Festival (TBIFF)! […]

  • Thu 31
    Invasive purple loosestrife found on the waters edge

    Aquatic Invasive Species GLLee | Google Classroom Module

    December 31

    Who? Best suited for educators who work with students in grades 4-12 What? Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are nonindigenous species that have a negative environmental, social, or economic impact on the […]

  • Thu 31
    Scenic overview of Lake Michigan, dune and pier with two people

    Coastal Erosion GLLee | Google Classroom Module

    December 31

    Who? Best suited for educators who work with students in grades 6-12 What? Coastal erosion is the process by which strong wave action and coastal flooding wear down or carry away rocks, […]

  • Thu 31
    A freshwater mussel is pulled from the water and held in a person's hands

    Freshwater Mussels GLLee | Google Classroom Module

    December 31

    Who? Best suited for educators who work with students in grades K-12 What? Freshwater Mussels are bi-valved mollusks that act as the ‘kidneys’ of the waterways they live in. Driving Question? “How […]

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