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Michigan Sea Grant 2015 Annual Report

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Michigan Sea Grant 2015 Annual Report 2/1/2015 – 1/31/2016

Accomplishment and Impact Statements ................................................................ 2

Focus Area: Healthy Coastal Ecosystems .............................................................. 2

Focus Area: Sustainable Fisheries and Aquaculture .............................................. 5

Focus Area: Resilient Communities and Economies ............................................. 7

Focus Area: Environmental Literacy and Workforce Development .................... 11

National Performance Measures ........................................................................... 13

Program Metrics ..................................................................................................... 18

Leveraged Funding ................................................................................................. 20

Estimated Level of Effort by Focus Area ................................................................. 22

Distribution of Effort across Focus Areas by Project .............................................. 23


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Accomplishment and Impact Statements Michigan Sea Grant Annual Report (FY 2015-16)

Focus Area: Healthy Coastal Ecosystems

Goal 1: Ecosystem services are improved by enhanced health, diversity and abundance of fish, wildlife, and plants

IMPACT: Fish spawning reefs bring new life to the St. Clair-Detroit River system Relevance: Many commercially and recreationally valuable Great Lakes fish species, including lake sturgeon, walleye, whitefish, and cisco, migrate to rocky areas to spawn. The Detroit River was declared an Area of Concern due to water quality and habitat impairments. Habitat degradation was due in part to construction of shipping channels and loss of natural rocky spawning areas, which has contributed to a dramatic decline in populations of these fish in the St. Clair-Detroit River system. Many natural resource professionals believe creating artificial reefs that mimic the lost natural ones may help rebuild native fish populations. Response: Starting in 2001, a diverse team including Michigan Sea Grant (MSG) and several state and federal agencies used an adaptive management approach to develop strategies for the design, construction, and monitoring of several reef restoration projects in the St. Clair-Detroit River system. Additionally, MSG spearheaded numerous outreach and education programs designed to educate a broad range of stakeholders, funders, and the public on fish habitat restoration in the Great Lakes system and garner support for the project. Results: The project resulted in the restoration of 12 acres of spawning habitat at 6 different sites in the St. Clair-Detroit River system between 2004 and 2015, with an additional 4 acres planned for construction in 2016. MSG-supported theses and research reports published in association with the project have indicated an increase in target fish populations at these sites, and lake sturgeon have been observed spawning on the reefs. A number of technologies and toolkits regarding reef hydrodynamics and design developed by partners engaged by MSG during the project will be used in future reef restoration projects. MSG education and outreach programs reached over 50 organizations, stakeholders, and landowners who directly offered their support to the project. Recap: Michigan Sea Grant involvement in outreach, education, and development of adaptive management approaches helped to garner the support and funding necessary to restore over 12 acres of fish spawning habitat, which are expected to have lasting positive impacts on native fish populations and the regional fishing community, while helping pave the way for future restoration projects. Partners: U.S. Geological Survey, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Water Center University of Michigan, SmithGroupJJR, Faust Corporation, Landmark Engineers Inc., Essex Region Conservation Authority, Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, Dean Construction Co. LTD., Environment Canada, St. Clair-Detroit River Sturgeon for Tomorrow, Detroit River Public Advisory Council, St. Clair River Binational Public Advisory Council, BASF, Michigan Wildlife Conservancy, Michigan Coastal Management Program, DTE Energy, Sustain our Great Lakes, Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, Great Lakes Fishery Trust Projects: Extension A/AS-4, A/AS-5, Communications C/CC-10, Administration M/PM-54, Research R/RMI-1, R/RMI-2, R/RMI-3, R/NCF-1, R/NCF-2


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Goal 2: Ecosystem-based approaches are used to manage land, water, and living resources.

IMPACT: Michigan Sea Grant fishery workshops offer research, best practices to regional stakeholders

Relevance: The Great Lakes fisheries have undergone dramatic ecosystem-level changes resulting from the impacts of non-sustainable fishing operations, climate change, landscape development, water quality impairment, and the introduction of aquatic invasive species. As a result, the social and economic impacts on anglers, fishing-dependent businesses, and tourism in coastal communities have been and will continue to be equally dramatic. Regional fishery workshops help coastal communities understand the impact human activities have on the ecosystem. This increased understanding helps facilitate development of ecosystem-based management approaches that benefit the coupled human-natural system of fisheries-related businesses, communities, and Great Lakes natural resources, thereby helping to sustain the future of Michigan fisheries.

Response: For more than 10 years, Michigan Sea Grant (MSG) has hosted regional fishery workshops to help coastal communities on Lake Huron better understand the effects their activities have on the local ecosystem. The past success of previous MSG fishery workshops led to the creation of additional lake-specific programs, all of which have been positively received by our constituents.

Results: More than 320 people attended the workshops in 2015. Many individuals who participate in our regional fisheries workshops become leaders of local, state, and national conservation organizations or fisheries citizen advisory groups. Researchers, management agencies, and community development professionals also benefit from the input and discussion at the regional fishery workshops.

Recap: Michigan fishery workshops continue to serve as a strong resource for coastal communities to learn about their fisheries resources. Those who attend workshops year after year have emerged as community leaders that will advocate for sustainable management of their fisheries and the Great Lakes ecosystems.

Partners: Michigan Department of Natural Resources Fisheries Division, USGS Great Lakes Science Center, Michigan Charter Boat Association, local fishery or environmental organizations

Projects: Extension A/AS-5, Research R/AQ-3, R/AQ-5, Communications C/CC-10


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Goal 3: Ecosystems and their habitats are protected, enhanced, or restored.

ACCOMPLISHMENT: Research team seeks to mitigate muck problem in Saginaw Bay Relevance: Mats of decomposing organic matter and algae, colloquially known as “muck,” is a persistent threat to Great Lakes water quality and biota that has the potential to result in significant economic losses in the communities where it appears. Recent research has identified potential causal agents, including excess nutrients in the system as a result of fertilizers from farms, combined sewer overflows, and changes in the food web caused by the presence of invasive mussels. Response: Michigan Sea Grant (MSG) funded a research team comprised of members from several state universities and government agencies to perform an Integrated Assessment on muck in Saginaw Bay in order to understand its causes, consequences, and public perception of the issue, and to seek possible strategies for mitigating the muck problem. This was specifically aimed at the Bay City State Recreation Area. Additionally, MSG developed strategies for engaging stakeholders in this complex environmental problem through education and outreach programs. Results: The team has successfully developed a survey of the economic impact of muck on the Saginaw Bay area for both stakeholders and managers. They also completed a survey to assess public perception of the issue. Education and outreach materials include development of a website, factsheet, and stakeholder workshop programs. The team is currently synthesizing results of these surveys, research, and workshops in order to formulate future strategies for the management of muck in Saginaw Bay. Recap: MSG’s Integrated Assessment of the muck problem in Saginaw Bay is currently being used to engage stakeholders and help formulate management solutions for a problem that has plagued Saginaw Bay for many years, impacting its ecological, social, and economic viability. Partners: Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Limno-Tech, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Wayne State University, Eastern Michigan University, University of Michigan, U.S. Geological Survey, Bay County Board of Comissioners, Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Projects: Research R/SS-2, Administration M/PM-54


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Focus Area: Sustainable Fisheries and Aquaculture

Goal 4: A safe, secure, and sustainable supply of seafood to meet public demand.

IMPACT: Safety and sustainability of aquaculture are twin goals of research, outreach

Relevance: Aquaculture has grown tremendously on a global scale and now meets over half of the world’s demand for seafood. Current commercial fishing operations in the Great Lakes are not sustainable at levels needed to meet the growing regional or national demand for seafood. Michigan has the water resources to support a vibrant aquaculture industry; however, concerns over the effect aquaculture will have on the ecosystem has caused stagnation of the industry in Michigan. If the industry is to grow responsibly, it must do so in a safe and sustainable matter that addresses environmental, social, and economic concerns associated with such an industry in the Great Lakes region.

Response: Michigan Sea Grant (MSG) funded an Integrated Assessment (IA) research project to study the challenges and opportunities for Michigan aquaculture, specifically for the production of seafood for human consumption. The project provided a suite of strategies and tools, including detailed enterprise budgets for aquaculture operations suited to Michigan’s climate and resources. Also included are projections of the potential economic impact of the aquaculture industry under several scenarios. MSG has provided training workshops to industry personnel on the safe handling and preparation of seafood and preventing the spread of invasive species, these workshops award Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) certifications.

Results: The Michigan Aquaculture Association has used the IA to help develop their strategic plan. This plan has served as a guiding document for the aquaculture investment decisions of the state’s quality-of-life agencies, including the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, and Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. Currently, three pieces of proposed legislation (SB 681-683) regarding the aquaculture permitting and application process have arisen out of the strategic plan. If adopted, these regulations will support aquaculture growth in Michigan while minimizing potential risks. Since 2014, MSG’s training workshops have resulted in the awarding of 52 seafood HACCP certifications and 85 Aquatic Invasive Species HACCP certifications.

Recap: MSG’s aquaculture IA and HACCP trainings continue to serve as leading resources regarding decisions made about the future of Michigan’s aquaculture industry. These decisions could have lasting positive impacts on the economy of the Great Lakes region and the responsible growth and sustainability of Michigan aquaculture.

Partners: Michigan Aquaculture Association, Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Harrietta Hills Trout Farm, Herrick Foundation, Originz

Projects: Extension A/AS-4, A/AS-5, Research R/AQ-1, R/AQ-3, R/AQ-5, Communications C/CC-10, Administration M/PM-54


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Goal 5: Informed consumers who understand the health benefits of seafood consumption and how to evaluate the safety and sustainability of the seafood they buy.

IMPACT: Seafood Summit educated consumers and helped inform businesses about the quality and sustainability of Michigan seafood

Relevance: Michigan produces significant amounts of seafood through aquaculture and commercial fisheries. The general public in Michigan remains uncertain about the safety of eating Great Lakes fishes, and many people question the sustainability of aquaculture products. Additionally, the two industries, while having similar goals and affiliated businesses, seldom work together in their business operations or their approaches to educating the public.

Response: In 2015, Michigan Sea Grant (MSG) coordinated the first Michigan Seafood Summit in East Lansing, a day-long event designed to educate businesses and the public about Michigan seafood. The success of the event resulted in MSG organizing a second summit in 2016 held in Traverse City. The morning session of the event targeted seafood professionals and included updates on aquaculture permitting and technology. The afternoon session was focused toward public education about the safety and future of Michigan seafood. An evening banquet highlighted the quality of Michigan seafood through meals prepared by gourmet chefs.

Results: The 2016 Michigan Seafood Summit attracted 168 attendees, up from 128 in 2015, many returning from the previous year. Of the 31 attendees that returned surveys, 27 rated the Summit as excellent or very good, and 21 indicated they would return for the 2017 Summit. Event sessions provided information and sparked discussion on topics ranging from aquaculture business models to the role of fishing communities in the Pure Michigan statewide branding campaign. The highlight of the event was the seafood banquet, where industry professionals, academics, and agency officials continued conversations about the future of seafood in Michigan.

Recap: The 2016 Seafood Summit was highly successful and able to further highlight the quality, safety, and economic potential of Michigan seafood to the local community and the Great Lakes region.

Partners: Michigan Fish Producers, Michigan Aquaculture Association, Aqua Growers, Fortune Fish & Gourmet, Great Lakes Culinary Institute, Great Lakes Water Studies Institute, Harrietta Hills Trout Farm, Indian Brook Trout Farm, Michigan Soybean Promotion Committee, Seafood Analytics, LLC, Short’s Brewing Company, Superior Foods Co., Tamarack Holdings

Projects: Extension A/AS-5, Communications C/CC-10, Administration M/PM-54, Research R/AQ-3, R/AQ-5


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Focus Area: Resilient Communities and Economies

Goal 6: Development of vibrant and resilient coastal economies.

IMPACT: Michigan Sea Grant helps communities develop programs that attract visitors

Relevance: Throughout the Great Lakes, there are a variety of coastal communities from large to small, from industry focused to tourist dependent. Leaders in these communities have to face the challenge of balancing economy, ecology, and aesthetics along their shorelines. As climate change brings unpredictable impacts for coastal economies and demand for limited coastal resources increases, it becomes vital that community leaders find economic drivers for their community that are sustainable and not overly extractive.

Response: Michigan Sea Grant (MSG) has helped institute a number of economic drivers in coastal communities that encourage a diversity of water-based sustainable coastal tourism and recreation. First, the Fisheries Heritage Trail is a series of museums, coastal fishing communities, fish markets, processing facilities, events, and research centers designed to foster greater understanding of Great Lakes fisheries through exhibits and educational trails. Second, the Water Trails Initiative is a series of connected waterways that encourage users of non-motorized boats to explore Michigan waters. Finally, the Michigan Clean Marina Program incentivizes Michigan marinas to reduce waste and pollution and protect habitat by offering clean marina certifications. These certifications help enhance the public image of participating marinas by promoting environmentally sound practices, while reducing insurance costs and helping sustain ecosystem services.

Results: In 2015, MSG met with other members of the Great Lakes Fisheries Heritage Consortium to discuss strategies for increasing Great Lakes tourism through its fishing history. Programming from this conference brought together over 100 people representing more than 24 organizations interested in fostering the Great Lakes Fisheries Heritage Trail. MSG developed an interactive Google map that allows the public to learn more about sites on the trail before planning their visit. MSG also co-hosted the first Water Trails Forum in 2014 in Ann Arbor. At the forum, more than 70 people representing 12 water trails throughout the country discussed new innovations to help increase usage, accessibility, and educational benefits of the water trails programs. Finally, since 2005, MSG has certified or recertified 30 clean marinas, with 4 new clean marinas added in 2015.

Recap: MSG has supported sustainable economic initiatives in coastal communities through fisheries heritage trails programming, the water trails initiative, and the clean marina certification program.

Partners: Fishtown Preservation, National Park Service, Besser Museum for Northeast Michigan, West Shore Fishing Museum, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Michigan Maritime Museum, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Michigan Boating Industries Association

Projects: Extension A/AS-4, A/AS-5, Research R/CCD-5, Communications C/CC-10, C/CC-15, C/CC-18


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Goal 7: Communities use comprehensive planning to make informed strategic decisions.

IMPACT: Developing vision: Research teams aid communities in making sustainability plans

Relevance: Rapidly fluctuating water levels, economic downturn, and lack of funding threaten the long-term viability and sustainability of small harbor communities. In order to address these concerns, it is essential that these communities develop long-term plans that will allow them to adapt to changes and maintain a healthy, thriving, coastal-based economy.

Response: Michigan Sea Grant (MSG) funded a research team to identify and address barriers to the sustainability of small harbors. In addition to the funding provided by MSG, these teams of research and outreach professionals obtained additional external state funding to expand the scope of the project. The expanded research program facilitated community visioning sessions or “charrettes” in several Michigan communities, where strategies to improve economic, social, and environmental sustainability of each community’s harbor were identified.

Results: Four coastal Michigan communities participated in the charrettes: Au Gres, New Baltimore, Ontonagon, and Pentwater. As a result, the communities developed local leadership teams to help implement visionary community designs prioritized in the workshops. In 2015, Au Gres received a $30,000 grant from the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe to make sustainable improvements to its mooring facility property, based on designs developed in the charrettes. New Baltimore received a $2.85 million Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund grant for the acquisition of the Schmid Marina, based on plans developed within this project. The results of these efforts have been used in the development of a financial model for small harbor sustainability throughout Michigan waters of the Great Lakes. Currently, the expanded research team is using the model to develop a toolkit that will make small harbor sustainability strategies accessible to coastal communities statewide.

Recap: The co-funded (MSG and State of Michigan) Small Harbor Sustainability Project charrettes helped guide coastal communities on sustainable harbor development strategies. As a result, several communities have already received new funding to begin implementing strategies that will serve as examples for the long-term sustainability of Michigan’s harbors.

Partners: City of New Baltimore, Village of Pentwater, City of Au Gres, Village of Ontonagon, Veritas Economic Consulting, Environmental Consulting and Technology, Inc., Department of Environmental Quality, Lawrence Technological University, Michigan State Housing Development Authority, Michigan Department of Natural Resources

Projects: Extension A/AS-5, Communications C/CC-10, Research R/CCD-33, R/CCD-34, R/CCD-35, R/CCD-36


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Goal 8: Improvements in coastal water resources sustain human health and ecosystem services.

ACCOMPLISHMENT: Workshops help community and business leaders understand value of choosing green infrastructure

Relevance: “Green infrastructure” refers in part to the safe and sustainable management of stormwater through incorporation of natural vegetation and landscape features, such as wetlands, rain gardens, and bioswales into community developments. Compared to conventional pipe or “hard” infrastructure, which simply moves stormwater off the landscape, green infrastructure helps reduce and treat stormwater at its source. Human and ecosystem services provided include habitat creation, flood prevention, and clean water. As coastal communities grow and adapt to changing climates, incorporating green infrastructure and “soft” engineering into development practices will be essential for flood control and long-term preservation of water quality.

Response: Michigan Sea Grant (MSG) partnered with the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG) and Wisconsin Sea Grant (WSG) to host a four-part series of workshops designed to inform local governments of how to integrate green infrastructure into their development.

Results: The workshops included 131 participants, representing at least 11 different southeast Michigan communities. Survey results indicated that 79% of participants would be likely to use the information they gained to guide green infrastructure implementation, and 86% said they would support reviewing and updating local codes and ordinances to facilitate green infrastructure development. Additionally, if implemented, the green infrastructure strategies presented at the workshops are likely to help communities reach compliance with phase II stormwater regulations. This will increase resiliency in the communities and help them avoid costly non-compliance fees.

Recap: MSG-funded workshops effectively demonstrated the benefits of green infrastructure to southeast Michigan communities, outlined strategies for its implementation, and helped train professionals in this stormwater technology. If implemented, these strategies will help sustain long-term human health and ecosystem services in these communities.

Partners: SEMCOG, WSG

Projects: Extension A/AS-5


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IMPACT: Dangerous Currents Project helps save lives in the Great Lakes

Goal 9: Resilient Coastal communities adapt to the impacts of hazards and climate change.

Relevance: Dangerous currents occur throughout the Great Lakes and can be potential hazards to swimmers and boaters. A lack of knowledge about water safety and limited distribution of water safety equipment has led to a relatively high number of drowning deaths in the Great Lakes region in recent years. Communities must work together to better understand the dynamics of dangerous Great Lakes currents and attempt to mitigate their deadly effects.

Response: Michigan Sea Grant (MSG) developed the Dangerous Currents Project in order to increase public knowledge and awareness of dangerous currents. As a part of the project, MSG participated in the 2015 Dangerous Currents Coastal Storms Project at the Great Lakes Beach Association and Biennial State of Lake Michigan Joint Conference in Traverse City. The goal of the project was to educate communities about potential strategies for increasing public knowledge of water safety and water currents.

Results: A Great Lakes Water Safety Consortium has been created as a direct result of MSG’s involvement at the conference. The consortium joins national, regional, and local organizations with the common goal of reducing drowning deaths. MSG has distributed safety equipment, helped improve safety signage, and helped develop warning systems in coastal communities. As a result of these combined efforts, people seem to be heeding beach safety warnings. Drowning deaths have declined each year from 102 in 2012 to 40 in 2015.

Recap: MSG involvement in the Dangerous Currents Coastal Storms Project resulted in the creation of the Great Lakes Water Safety Consortium, increased knowledge and availability of safety equipment, and helped contribute to a decreasing number of drowning deaths in the Great Lakes.

Partners: Great Lakes Surf Rescue Project, National Weather Service, Minnesota Sea Grant, Wisconsin Sea Grant, Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant, Pennsylvania Sea Grant, New York Sea Grant, Ninth Coast Guard District of the United States, Michigan Technological University, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Wisconsin Coastal Management Program, National Lifeguard, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Grand Traverse Bay Sail and Power Squadron, American Canoe Association

Projects: Extension A/AS-5, Communications C/CC-10, C/CC-12, C/CC-14,


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Focus Area: Environmental Literacy and Workforce Development

Goal 10: An environmentally literate public supported and informed by a continuum of lifelong formal and informal engagement opportunities

ACCOMPLISHMENT: Center for Great Lakes Literacy offers K-12 teachers resources to engage students about the Great Lakes

Relevance: Michigan is the Great Lakes State, yet there is no requirement to explicitly teach about the Great Lakes in K-12 classrooms, and the Great Lakes literacy among both our youth and adult population is low. In order to correct this issue, teachers need access to resources that will help them develop an engaging curriculum surrounding Great Lakes topics.

Response: Michigan Sea Grant (MSG) educators partnered with educators from the six other Sea Grant offices throughout the Great Lakes region to create the Center for Great Lakes Literacy (CGLL). The goal of the project is to connect educators and citizens with scientists to help foster Great Lakes literacy through hands-on experiences and educational resources.

Results: In 2015, the CGLL provided support for K-12 educators to attend numerous types of formal and informal professional development. This included providing support for: 59 educators to attend the Great Lakes Conference at Michigan State University, 15 educators to participate in a week-long research cruise on the R/V Lake Guardian, and 35 educators to participate in the multi-day Summer Institute in Michigan, a professional development workshop series designed to provide updates on emerging issues in lake science. The Center also provides numerous curriculum resources to educators. It has established and continues to build upon a regional community of practice that joins educators and researchers focused on advancing Great Lakes literacy and stewardship.

Recap: The Center for Great Lakes Literacy, a collaborative effort led by Sea Grant educators, provided support for over 100 K-12 educators to attend numerous types of formal and informal professional development. These opportunities advanced basin-wide stewardship by providing hands-on experiences, educational resources, and networking opportunities for educators, scientists, and citizens.

Partners: New York Sea Grant, Minnesota Sea Grant, Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant, Ohio Sea Grant, Wisconsin Sea Grant, Pennsylvania Sea Grant, Michigan Science Teachers Association

Projects: Extension A/AS-5, Communications C/CC-5, C/CC-10, Administration M/PM-54


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Goal 11: A future workforce reflecting the diversity of Sea Grant programs, skilled in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and other disciplines critical to local, regional, and national needs.

IMPACT: Camp and cruises promote STEM skills for both students and adults

Relevance: Protecting the future of Great Lakes natural resources demands a workforce skilled in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) fields that also has a passion for the subject matter. Traditional classroom methods of teaching science and math may fail to engage many students who do not see the applied value of science and math in action. Informal place-based education programs are a great way to show students, who may not receive this exposure in their classrooms, applied uses for science and math in protecting Great Lakes resources.

Response: Michigan Sea Grant (MSG) partnered with 4-H Youth Development to create the 4-H Great Lakes & Natural Resources Camp, a summer camp experience designed to give students ages 13-15 a hands-on outdoor experience with the goal of fostering an appreciation of STEM fields and the outdoors, while increasing their knowledge of natural resource issues in the Great Lakes. MSG also partnered with the Huron-Clinton Metroparks to offer Summer Discovery Cruises. These cruises offer southeast Michigan school classes and the public an opportunity to get on the water and experience the Great Lakes through a firsthand educational experience.

Results: The 2015 Natural Resources Camp was attended by 61 teens from 30 counties in Michigan. The camp received very positive reviews from participants and their parents. Survey data indicated that 93% of attendees increased their interest in natural resources and the environment, 76.3% increased their desire to have a job related to sciences, and 77.9% increased their interest in a career in natural resources. In 2015, a total of 1,358 people engaged in Summer Discovery Cruises and gained a firsthand experience that enhanced their scientific and cultural understanding of the Great Lakes.

Recap: Informal education programs at the 4-H Natural Resources Camp and Summer Discovery Cruises helped engage a future workforce with knowledge of Great Lakes issues through hands-on experiential learning. Both programs had strong attendance and were well reviewed.

Partners: 4-H Youth Development, Michigan Charter Boat Association, Michigan Natural Features Inventory, Huron-Clinton Metroparks, Macomb County, Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, DTE Energy, Great Lakes Maritime Institute

Project: Extension A/AS-5


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National Performance Measures: Summary

Focus Area Performance Measures

National Target

2014-‐2017

2014 Actual (#/$) 2/1/2015-‐1/31/2016

ALL Economic (market and non-‐market) benefits derived from Sea Grant activities

Economic benefit 81,590,500 3,785,198

Businesses created 40 1

Businesses retained 620 103

Jobs created 259 0 Jobs retained 3,080 25 Patents/Licenses 10 0

SFA

Number of fishermen, seafood processing and aquaculture industry personnel who modify their practices using knowledge gained in fisheries sustainability and seafood safety as a result of Sea Grant activities

6,295 195

RCE Number of communities that implemented sustainable economic and environmental development practices and policies as a result of Sea Grant activities

335 27

HCE Number of acres of coastal habitat protected, enhanced, or restored as a result of Sea Grant activities 497,445 104

ELWD Number of people engaged in Sea Grant-‐supported informal education programs 1,160,959 3,396

ELWD Number of Sea Grant-‐supported graduates who become employed in a job related to their degree within two years of graduation

177 4

HCE

Number of resource managers who use ecosystem-‐based approaches in the management of land, water, and living resources in ocean, coastal and Great Lakes areas as a result of Sea Grant activities

N/A 192

Cross-‐cutting

Number of communities that implemented hazard resiliency practices to prepare for, respond to, or minimize coastal hazardous events as a result of Sea Grant activities

See page 14 for details 205 18

Cross-‐cutting

Number of Sea Grant products (i.e., tools technologies, and information services) that are used by our partners/customers to improve ecosystem-‐based management.


Cross-‐cutting

Number of Sea Grant products that are used to advance environmental literacy and workforce development.



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Number of communities that implemented hazard resiliency practices to prepare for, respond to, or minimize coastal hazardous events as a result of Sea Grant activities.

2015 Actual (Feb 1 2015 -‐ Jan 31 2016)

Name of Coastal Community County of the Coastal Community

Number of Resiliency

Training/Tech Assistance provided

Community hazard resiliency

improved

Mackinac County Mackinac 1 Y

City of Manistique Schoolcraft 1 Y

City of Marquette Marquette 1 Y

Burt Township Alger 1 Y

Arenac County Arenac 1 Y

Bay County Bay 1 Y

Clare County Clare 1 Y

Gladwin County Gladwin 1 Y

Gratiot County Gratiot 1 Y

Huron County Huron 1 Y

Iosco County Iosco 1 Y

Isabella County Isabella 1 Y

Midland County Midland 1 Y

Ogemaw County Ogemaw 1 Y

Roscommon County Roscommon 1 Y

Saginaw County Saginaw 1 Y

Sanilac County Sanilac 1 Y

Tuscola County Tuscola 1 Y

Total 18


02/01/2015 — 01/31/2016 Page 16 of 23

Number of Sea Grant products (i.e., tools technologies, and information services) that are used by our partners/customers to improve ecosystem-‐based management.

Name of Product Developed (Yes/No)

Used (Yes/No)

Saginaw Bay Coastal Atlas

Y Y Factsheet: Improving Community Resiliency in the Saginaw Bay Watershed

Y Y Waterfront Smart Growth Readiness Assessment Tool for the Acme Township Planning Commission

Y Y

M.S. Thesis, Ms, Jamie Steis, Wayne State University, "Stable Channel Design, December 2015"

Y Y Saginaw Bay Ecosystem Model (SAGE M3)

Y Y

Factsheet: Restoring Fish Habitat in the St. Clair and Detroit River

Y Y River Model for Sediment Mobility Calculation

Y Y

TOTAL 7 7


02/01/2015 — 01/31/2016 Page 17 of 23

Number of Sea Grant products that are used to advance environmental literacy and workforce development.

Name of Product Developed (Yes/No)

Used (Yes/No)

Baitfish-‐HACCP Training Curriculum

Y Y Aquatic Nuisance Species -‐ HACCP Training Curriculum

Y Y A lesson on Great Lakes invasives and changing commercial fisheries

y Y CE 6130: Engineering Hydraulics; Sediment Transport Module

Y Y

The Michigan Sea Grant Publication, Upwellings

Y Y "Fish Notes" e-‐newsletter

Y Y

TOTAL 6 6


02/01/2015 — 01/31/2016 Page 18 of 23

Program Metrics

The Metrics page is used to report National Metrics Data. These data are used to explain the scope and work of the National Sea Grant College Program. Annual Report Year: Feb 1 2015-‐January 31 2016

SEA GRANT STAFFING Number of Individuals

Number of FTE's (Funded by Federal

Sea Grant $)

Number of FTE's (Funded by Match

and non-‐Sea Grant $)

Administrative 6.00 1.70 3.80

Communications 3.00 2.30 0.70

Extension 10.00 5.70 4.90

Education 2.00 0.00 2.00

Research 20.00 3.60 3.90

Individuals Staffing the Program in all areas

0

CORE FUNDING (NOT NSI'S) Number of Proposals Number of Institutions

Involved Number from

Home Institution

Pre-‐Proposals Submitted 20 16 4

Full-‐Proposals Submitted 8 5 3

Proposals Funded 5 3 2

Number

Volunteer Hours 12156.00


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Number of New

Students

Number of Continuing Students

Number of Degrees Awarded

Sea Grant Supported Undergraduate Students 4.00 1.00 0

Sea Grant Supported MS/MA Graduate Students 8.00 6.00 12.00

Sea Grant Supported PhD Graduate Students 4.00 0 3.00

Other Sea Grant Supported Professional Degree Graduate Students

2.00 5.00 0

Number of P-‐12 Students Reached Through Sea Grant-‐Trained Educators or Directly through Sea Grant Education Programs

31244.00 0 0

Number

Number of P-‐12 Educators who participated in Sea Grant education programs 2463

SG-‐Sponsored/Organized Events 93

Attendees in SG Meetings/Workshops 20368

Public or Professional Presentations 191

Attendees at Public or Professional Presentations 86569

Number

Clean Marina Program -‐-‐ Certifications 10.00

HACCP -‐-‐ Number of people with new certifications 15.00


02/01/2015 — 01/31/2016 Page 20 of 23

Leveraged Funding

Managed by Michigan Sea Grant

Title Leveraged Amount

Fund Start Date

Fund End date

Center for Great Lakes Literacy (CGLL) $39,268

12/1/15 9/30/2020

GL SG Network Extension (GLERL) R/AS-‐22

$85,436

2/1/2015

1/31/2016

Stewardship Motivations and a Collaborative Governance Model for Great Lakes Coastal-‐Based Wildlife Management Areas for Waterfowl Hunting, Bird Watching, and Community Development

$20,847 10/1/2015

9/30/2016

Michigan Sea Grant/MSU Extension -‐ GRA Year 2 $47,040

8/1/2015 1/31/2016

MSG Aquaculture Extension $86,147 9/1/2015 8/31/2016

Using Social Science to Assist Local Governments in Coastal Hazard Preparedness and Resiliency Planning

$10,559 9/1/2014 8/31/2016

MSG SEMCOG Green Infrastructure Workshop Series $5,000 5/1/2015 4/30/2016

Coastal Storms Project: Improving Awareness of Coastal Storm Hazards, Stormwater Runoff, and Risk Reduction Strategies: A submission to the Special Project B competition

$39,440

9/1/2014 8/31/2016

Bringing Great Lakes Science to the classroom via the Lake Guardian and other Dynamic Professional Development Experiences to Strengthen the Educator/Scientist Community of Practice: An Initiative of EPA-‐GLNPO and the Great Lakes Sea Grant Network

$12,889

10/1/2011 9/30/2015

Increasing Citizen Involvement and Improving Great Lakes Literacy through Training, Mentoring, Community-‐Building, and Place-‐Based Stewardship

$46,095

10/1/2012 9/30/2015

Coordinated Onboard Education & Outreach

$12,986

10/1/2012 9/30/2015


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Michigan's Great Lakes Marinas and Boaters Education and Outreach Project

$4,145 1/1/2014 3/31/2015

Northeast Michigan Great Lakes Stewardship Initiative (YEAR 5 & 6)

$3,000 1/14/2013 3/31/2015

Vertical Movement: Outreach/Understanding the 2020 International GL Datum

$17,500 6/1/2015 9/30/2016

NOAA-‐GLRI: Clean Marina Certification -‐ C/CC-‐18 $60,000 5/1/2015 8/31/2016

SG Aqualcuture Ext & Technology Transfer 2015: Assisting the State of MI & MI Industries in Developing & Permitting new Aqua Systems throughout the State R/AQ-‐3

$65,587

9/1/2015 8/31/2016

National Ocean Science Bowl Hosting 2016 R/EU-‐14 $9,000 11/15/2015 6/30/2016

NOSB Sponsorship (2016) $3,000 11/15/2015 6/30/2016

Dean John A. Knauss Fellowship 2015 Jacobson KNAUSS/EF-‐13

$56,500 2/1/2015 1/31/2016

Dean John A. Knauss Fellowship 2015 Mabrouk KNAUSS/EF-‐12

$56,500

2/15/2015 1/31/2016

Dean John A. Knauss Fellowship 2015 Novitski KNAUSS/EF-‐14

$56,500

2/1/2015 1/31/2016

Dean John A. Knauss Fellowship 2015 Stevens KNAUSS/EF-‐15

$56,500

2/1/2015 1/31/2016

International Joint Commission-‐Sea Grant Fellowship 2015 Mandelia IJC-‐MISG/EF-‐01

$56,500

7/1/2015 6/30/2016

Influenced by Michigan Sea Grant

Title Leveraged Amount

Fund Start Date

Fund End date

Towards AIS Free Certification in Aquaculture and Baitfish Industries

$80,000

5/12/2015 9/30/2016

Engineered Lake Trout Delivery System (Ella White Elementary School, Alpena, MI)

$10,000

11/24/2014 10/31/2015

Small Harbor Sustainability Integrated Assessment Work $30,000

11/1/2015 10/31/2016


02/01/2015 — 01/31/2016 Page 22 of 23

Estimated Level of Effort by Focus Area

02/01/2014 – 01/31/2015

National Focus Area Name SG Federal Match

Pass Thru

Federal + Match + Pass Thru

LOE without Leverage

(%) Leveraged (Managed)

LOE with Leverage (%)

Healthy Coastal Ecosystems $577,937 $292,664

$19,720 $890,321 32 % $165,734 30% Sustainable Fisheries and Aquaculture $222,517 $99,034 $0 $321,550 11% $121,669 13% Resilient Communities and Economies $555,621 $279,513 $19,720 $854,854 30% $187,043 27% Environmental Literacy and Workforce Development 572,617 $176,915 0 $749,531 27% $184,988 27% Unclassified $0 $0 $0 $0 0% $0 0%


02/01/2015 — 01/31/2016 Page 23 of 23

Distribution of Effort across Focus Areas by Project 02/01/2015 – 01/31/2016

Project Title Program Project ID

Federal + Match + Pass Thru

Leveraged (Managed)

HCE SFA ELWD RCE

Development of Stable Open Channel Design Criteria R/CCD-‐30 $112,722 $0 50% 10% 0% 40% Governance Approaches to Foster Great Lakes Literacy, Identity and Stewardship: An Integrated Assessment R/SS-‐1 $89,154 $0 0% 0% 100% 0% Where People Meet the Muck: An Integrated Assessment of Beach Muck and Public Perception at the Bay City State Recreation Area, Saginaw Bay, Lake Huron R/SS-‐2 $123,104 $0 75% 0% 0% 25% Omnibus FY14-‐18: UM Administration M/PM-‐54 $272,351 $420,087 25% 20% 30% 25% Omnibus FY14-‐18: MSU Administration M/PM-‐55 $72,929 $0 25% 20% 30% 25% Omnibus FY14-‐18: Communications C/CC-‐10 $261,584 $17,500 30% 25% 20% 25% Omnibus FY14-‐18: Extension A/AS-‐5 $968,908 $221,847 25% 15% 25% 35% Sea Grant/GLERL Great Lakes Sea Grant Network Agent A/AS-‐22 $142,693 $0 65% 0% 0% 35% Omnibus FY14-‐18 -‐ Climate Adaption R/CA-‐1 $45,000 $0 50% 0% 0% 50% Coastal Community Development R/CCD-‐29 $75,000 $0 50% 0% 0% 50% Minibus – Future Competed Research Projects R/PM-‐58 $261,185 $0 50% 0% 0% 50% Minibus -‐ Administration M/PM-‐59 $94,062 $0 25% 20% 30% 25% Minibus -‐ Program Development M/PM-‐56 $32,124 $0 25% 25% 25% 25% Improving Awareness of Coastal Storm Hazards, Stormwater Runoff, and Risk Reduction Strategies A/SBP-‐03 $39,440 $0 50% 0% 0% 50%

2015 Knauss Fellow (Rachel Jacobson) E/2015Knauss-‐RJacobson $56,500 $0 0% 0% 100% 0%

2014 Knauss Fellow (Ayman Mabrouk) E/2014Knauss-‐AMabrouk $56,500 $0 0% 0% 100% 0%

2014 Knauss Fellow (Linda Novitski) E/2014Knauss-‐

LNovitski $56,500 $0 0% 0% 100% 0%

2014 Knauss Fellow (Allison Stevens) E/2014Knauss-‐

AStevens $56,500 $0 0% 0% 100% 0%

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