May 22, 2008
Meadowbrook Hall Rochester, MI
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Sustainable Energy Project Development Workshop
: This workshop focuses on the practical applications and projects for sustainable energy systems. The workshop is designed for Administrators and Facilities Managers for public institutions, including educational institutions. Hosted by Oakland University, it will be held on May 22, 2008 and located at Meadowbrook Hall in Rochester, MI.
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May 22, 2008
Clinton River Water Festival
Oakland University Auburn Hills, MI |
Oakland University is once again sponsoring the Clinton River Water Festival to be held May 22, 2008. This is a day dedicated to enriching and expanding the knowledge of water. This day is aimed at 5th graders that desire to learn about water as a scarce and resource and what they can do within their communities to assist and improve the current conditions. This is sure to be a fun and educational day, if you would like more information follow the link provided above or call Shawn Keenan at 248-364-6926 |
| May 22, 2008 Traverse City, MI |
Have you ever said, "How can I get more involved with the Great Lakes Bioneers?" We want you to! Come to our very first *Very Vital Volunteer Rally* Thursday, May 22 at the Homegrown Organic Eatery,
223 W Grandview Pkwy.
Time:
5:30pm - 7:30pm
- come anytime, it's an open house. Committee members will be standing by to sign you up to help make 2008's conference the most amazing yet including events throughout the year. We're involving musicians and farmers and beer brewers and biologists and, we hope, you! Lots of different kinds of tasks to pick from and don't be shy about bringing your neighbors with you. If you can't come but want to get signed up, call the SEEDS office anytime: 231.947.0312
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Michigan Out-of-Doors Camp for Kids
Chelsea, MI
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June 8, week long run 8 weeks concluding August 2008. href ="http://www.mucc.org/camp/" designed start more information visit http://www.mucc.org/camp/.
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June 17, 2008
Chippewa Nature Center, Midland MI |
June 17 from
9a.m.
to
4p.m.
at the
Chippewa
Nature
Center
in
Midland,
Mich.
This one day, wetland workshop is provided by the
Chippewa
Nature
Center
and Environmental Concern. Guided by the POW! curriculum, educators will be taught how to turn schoolyards into a living wetland through the implementation of 25 student activities. For more information or to register for the event, visit
scheduler@chippewanaturecenter.org
.
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June 18-19 2008
Washtenaw Intermediate Public School District
1819 S. Wagner Rd.
Ann Arbor, MI
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"The Science of Green Design"
is a great educational tool for teachers of grades 5-8. This program was designed to assist teachers in implementing curriculum that focuses on subjects of sustainability, biodiversity, and ecologically mindful choices. Those that participate in this seminar are eligible for 1 graduate credit that will be awarded from Eastern Michigan University. For more information follow the link provided above or visit www.creativechange.net
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June 18-20, 2008
Traverse City, MI
Great Lakes Water Studies Institute
Northwestern Michigan College |
The National Sea Grant Law Centeris sponsoring a workshop this June that will enable interested parties to learn more about Michigan's coastal environment. This workshop is aimed at providing information to government officials, non profit environmental groups and shoreline property owners with relevant information regarding Michigan's coast. For more infor |
June 23-27, 2008
Great Lakes Watershed Investigations Teacher Institute
Houghton, MI
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Michigan Technological University and the Great Lakes Watershed Investigations Teacher Institute
are providing a fantastic workshop to be held this summer. This series of classes will focus on teaching educators about the physical, chemical and biological components of the Great Lakes ecosystem. The classes are very hands on orientated and those taking the class will spend much of their time studying within Lake Superior. Participants are eligible for 3 credits to be awarded from Michigan Technological University. The deadline for registration is May 30, 2008 and 20 participants will be accepted into the program. For more information, follow the link provided.
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July 2-3, 2008
Grand Traverse Bay, MI |
The Invasive Species Research Program
July 2-3, 2008
in
Grand Traverse Bay
has been developed to teach high school students about current research related to invasive species in the Great Lakes Region and ways to help reduce the introduction and spread of new invasive species. This 2-day Invasive Species Research Program will provide the unique experience of hands-on sampling aboard ISEA's schooner
Inland
Seas. Participants will learn and practice sampling techniques, methods for analyzing scientific samples, and experimental design for invasive species research projects. Course participants will also have the opportunity to interact with scientists, mariners, and educators with a common interest in this critical issue.
Come join the Inland Seas Education Association for the Invasive Species Research Program in
Grand Traverse Bay! Selected participants for the Invasive Species Research Program will participate free of charge and receive complimentary meals while aboard the schooner. For course information and application materials, please visit
http://www.schoolship.org/schoolship/?id=673
.
Or contact: Christine Diana, Education Director: 231-271-3077
cdiana@schoolship.org
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July 7-11, 2008
Future Fuels from Forests Institute
Houghton, MI
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Michigan Technological University and the Future Fuels from Forests Institute
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July 14-18, 2008
Global Change Institute
Houghton, MI
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Michigan Technological University and the Global Change Institute
are providing a week long course for post graduate enrichment and graduate credit. This program will focus specifically on the impacts of climatic change, elevated carbon dioxide and ozone levels, nitrogen saturation, acid rain, and invasive species. Through integrating both a lecture format and hands on learning experience this course will greatly enrich the participant's perspective. The deadline for registration is May 30, 2008 and there are 20 spaces available within the program. For more information follow the link provided above.
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July 20-25, 2008
Great Lakes Maritime Transportation Teachers Institute
Houghton, MI
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Michigan Technological University and the Great Lakes Maritime Transportation Teachers Institute
are providing an opportunity for individuals to participate in a graduate studies program this summer. This program will focus on exploring the historical, economical and environmental aspects shipping with the Great Lakes. Participants will get a chance to truly engage in the natural habitat of the great lakes as some of the teaching experiences will be held on Lake Superior. The deadline for registration is May 30, 2008 and there are 20 spaces available. For more information follow the link provided above.
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August 14-15, 2008 Hawk Woods Nature Center
Auburn Hills, MI
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PLT Overnight Workshop
Hawk
Woods
Nature
Center
is hosting a Project Learning Tree workshop on August 14 -15. The $55 registration fee includes overnight camping accommodations, four cookout style meals, and the PLT manual. Information will soon be placed on the City of Auburn HillsWeb site and any further questions may be directed to Mike Mansour at mmansour001@comcast.net.
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October 18, 2008
8:00 am - 4:00 PM
Lawrence Technological University
Southfield, MI
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The Metropolitan Detroit Science Teachers Association
is sponsoring a conference this fall that will focus on environmental sustainability and education. This event will bring together area educators and non-profits that desire to maintain and preserve Michigan's future. For more information on this conference follow the link provided above. |
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