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Go jump in the lakes
The Macomb Daily (9/10)
Rosco the Clown and Clarol the Clown embark on Great Lakes adventure to promote water preservation and education. The event document will be brought together into an aquatic educational presentation for school-aged children.

Residents learn about water quality at Port of Rochester
Rochester Democrat and Chronicle (9/8)
The 60-foot-tall sailboat "Earth Voyager" brought many people to the port to discuss Great Lakes pollution and drew advocates who fought against using the waterway as a dumping ground.

Photo of local lighthouse makes swell beer coaster
The Grand Rapids Press (9/8)
People visiting the Great Lakes may notice the work of Grand Rapids photographer Steven Huyser-Honig on beer coasters in nearby bars and restaurants.

TEACH Calendar of Events
What's going on in your neighborhood this month? Meet other people and learn together at recreational and educational events! Our new dynamic calendar is updated daily with current educational events.
TEACH Questions & Answers

Where does all the water in the Great Lakes come from?
from Kyle in Juda, Wisconsin

The Great Lakes were formed by the melted water from glaciers, with the last glacier retreating almost 11,000 years ago. Today, snowmelt still supplies the Great Lakes with much of its water.

Read the following TEACH modules for more information:
How the Lakes were Formed
Water Levels on the Great Lakes
Great Lakes Shoreline Geology

Thank you for your question!


Answered on September 26, 2000

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