Preserving and Protecting Lake Michigan and the Great Lakes
The League of Women Voters Lake Michigan Region is an Interleague Organization of four member states and over 60 local leagues. Whether it is advocating for full funding of the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI), supporting strong regulatory protections for the Great Lakes, or educating citizens about emerging threats to the Great Lakes such as PFAS, coal ash or combined sewer overflows, LWVLMR is there.
The health and well-being of citizens residing in Lake Michigan watershed states as well as the vitality of their respective economies are directly connected to the health and vitality of Lake Michigan. Through Education and Advocacy efforts, LWVLMR has not only worked to protect Lake Michigan, but has also addressed policy and Environmental Justice issues so vital to the health and well-being of residents of our four member states and local league communities. Please join us!
STATE SPECIFIC PROGRAMMING
League of Women Voters Lake Michigan Region
Citizen Scientists
Cruise Lake Michigan!
Useful Data Gathered During Research Vessel Cruise Aboard the D.J. Angus!
Members and friends became "citizen scientists" aboard the D.J. Angus, departing from the resort town of Grand Haven, Michigan, as part of our state specific programing. During this sold-out cruise, we engaged in water quality testing and learned about the ongoing research programs that help protect our Lake Michigan watershed. We cruised Spring Lake and Lake Michigan, while comparing water quality. Following the cruise, we enjoyed a catered lunch at the river-front American Legion Hall, and learned about the work of the League of Women Voters Lake Michigan Region and the West Michigan Environmental Action Council.
We hosted two more research vessel cruises in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, for freshwater resources monitoring waterways tours, to experience scientific research in action aboard the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District’s research vessel, the Pelagos! We learned water collection techniques, how to take various water quality measurements, and what the results mean for our waterways, including Lake Michigan.
Be sure to join us for cruises departing from Michigan City, Indiana, and Chicago, Illinois, in 2024!
Members and friends became "citizen scientists" aboard the D.J. Angus, departing from the resort town of Grand Haven, Michigan, as part of our state specific programing. During this sold-out cruise, we engaged in water quality testing and learned about the ongoing research programs that help protect our Lake Michigan watershed. We cruised Spring Lake and Lake Michigan, while comparing water quality. Following the cruise, we enjoyed a catered lunch at the river-front American Legion Hall, and learned about the work of the League of Women Voters Lake Michigan Region and the West Michigan Environmental Action Council.
We hosted two more research vessel cruises in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, for freshwater resources monitoring waterways tours, to experience scientific research in action aboard the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District’s research vessel, the Pelagos! We learned water collection techniques, how to take various water quality measurements, and what the results mean for our waterways, including Lake Michigan.
Be sure to join us for cruises departing from Michigan City, Indiana, and Chicago, Illinois, in 2024!
Speaker Highlights
Restoring Lake Michigan: Her Past, Present & Future
In Conversation with
US. Senator Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin
Taking place on the shores of Lake Michigan at the beautiful Blue Harbor Resort in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, this weekend included our annual meeting, engaging Lake Michigan-related field trips and an exciting line-up of policy makers, scientists, and Great Lakes advocates.
Joining us for an In-person conversation was United States Senator Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin! We also learned about a fascinating local NOAA project (National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration), the impact of ancient glaciers on the Lake Michigan Watershed, the impact of infrastructure funds on the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative and Areas of Concern, and much more.
Click the links below to watch videos of these engaging in-person and livestreamed presentations:
In Conversation with U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin
Heather Williams, Environmental Engineer & Project Manager, USEPA
Russ Green, Superintendent, Wisconsin Shipwreck Coast Marine Sanctuary, NOAA
Restoring Lake Michigan: Her Past, Present & Future
In Conversation with
US. Senator Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin
Taking place on the shores of Lake Michigan at the beautiful Blue Harbor Resort in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, this weekend included our annual meeting, engaging Lake Michigan-related field trips and an exciting line-up of policy makers, scientists, and Great Lakes advocates.
Joining us for an In-person conversation was United States Senator Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin! We also learned about a fascinating local NOAA project (National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration), the impact of ancient glaciers on the Lake Michigan Watershed, the impact of infrastructure funds on the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative and Areas of Concern, and much more.
Click the links below to watch videos of these engaging in-person and livestreamed presentations:
In Conversation with U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin
Heather Williams, Environmental Engineer & Project Manager, USEPA
Russ Green, Superintendent, Wisconsin Shipwreck Coast Marine Sanctuary, NOAA
Climate Change Forum with
Tom Skilling and a
Distinguished Panel of Climate Experts
"Developments in Climate Change Science and Policy:
“Code Red” in the Great Lakes and Beyond"
Held In Person in Chicago and Via Livestream
View the Video of our Presentation HERE!
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Climate Change Forum with
Tom Skilling and a
Distinguished Panel of Climate Experts
"Developments in Climate Change Science and Policy:
“Code Red” in the Great Lakes and Beyond"
Held In Person in Chicago and Via Livestream
View the Video of our Presentation HERE!
Click button below for more Information
Join or Renew for 2023-2024
Local and State Leagues in the four states surrounding Lake Michigan make up our valued members. Click through to join or renew online or download the renewal form here. Dues are tiered by the number of members in your League reported to the LWVUS roster in January, 2023. There is a small surcharge for renewing online to help cover the processing fees.