Facts About the Great Lakes
Some basic information about lakes Michigan, Huron, Ontario, Erie and Superior.
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Edmund Fitzgerald: 25 Years of Speculation, Fascination and Grieving
An entire generation now has no active memory of November 10, 1975, but the sinking of the SS Edmund Fitzgerald continues to fascinate, mystify and preoccupy young and old. more »
Mar 10, 2001 in Maritime
It's a Wonderful Lake: What if it Disappeared?
There is no question that Lake Superior enriches the lives of those of us privileged to reside on or near it and those who visit. But just how much does that 10 percent of the world’s surface fresh water affect us? That is the question we explore in our very special State of the Lake Report “It’s a Wonderful Lake.” more »
Jul 21, 2010 in Great Lakes
The Lighthouse
As we approached it in late afternoon, the old lighthouse stood out plainly against the rock of the island. more »
Dec 26, 1998 in Lake Superior
State of the Lake: Sustainable Development
Sustainability reflects the ability to sustain on-going discussions between groups that often find themselves in battle over development projects. Commitment to balance environmental, social and economic needs may give common ground. more »
Apr 15, 1999 by Konnie LeMay in Lake Superior
USS Great Lakes Fleet
About the Boat: Largest Boom Makes It A Super Carrier
The history of the M/V Edwin H. Gott, the supercarrier with the longest boom on the Great Lakes. more »
Apr 1, 1997 in Maritime
About the Great Lakes
Stats and facts about the Great Lakes and the area around them.
