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  We serve Minnesotans who need water science. We provide accessible research data to industry leaders, policymakers, educators, community organizations, municipal governments, university stakeholders, and Minnesotans of all ages. If the needed science doesn't exist, we seek to fund it and work to ensure it gets to those in need.”

JOHN DOWNING, DIRECTOR, MINNESOTA SEA GRANT

Minnesota Lakes Ice-Out Click

Minnesota Lakes Ice-Out Clock

The Minnesota Lakes Ice-Out Clock uses National Weather Service and Minnesota Department of Natural Resources data to show you how to estimate a lake is likely to freeze or thaw.

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Steelhead or Salmon? Which Did You Catch?

MNSGs “Know the Fish. Know the Regs.” decal is a handy visual aid that anglers can use while on the water with a fish in hand to easily identify Steelhead.

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Sea Grant Great Lakes BioBlitz Kickoff 2025



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New Sea Grant Report Helps Great Lakes Fish Farmers Navigate Aquaculture Regulations

This Sea Grant publication will serve as a valuable resource for fish farmers and policymakers navigating the complex legal environment of aquaculture.



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