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🎆 Ever wonder what happens to all that smoke and debris after the 4th of July fireworks fade?Each year, hundreds of mill...
06/03/2026

🎆 Ever wonder what happens to all that smoke and debris after the 4th of July fireworks fade?

Each year, hundreds of millions of pounds of fireworks are launched in the U.S. While they put on a spectacular show, they also release perchlorate, a key fireworks ingredient and a known drinking water contaminant, into the environment.

Join Itasca Waters and Minnesota Sea Grant for our next Practical Water Wisdom webinar on June 4 to explore how fireworks affect our local lakes, rivers, and groundwater.

What we’ll cover:
💧How perchlorate impacts thyroid function and overall water safety.
💧Data from field studies and national water surveys before and after major holiday events.
💧How lake size, runoff, and direct deposition determine the actual risk to your drinking water.

Featured speaker: Andrew Jackson, Ph.D., Board-Certified Environmental Engineer and Chair of Civil, Environmental, and Construction Engineering at Texas Tech University.

🗓️ Thursday, June 4 at noon CT
🎟️ Cost: FREE and open to the public (Registration is required)
Register here: https://z.umn.edu/pww-fireworks

Looking for a paid summer gig that combines cutting-edge tech with environmental science? 🌊🔬The University of Minnesota ...
06/02/2026

Looking for a paid summer gig that combines cutting-edge tech with environmental science? 🌊🔬

The University of Minnesota Duluth and Minnesota Sea Grant are hiring 2–4 temporary Research Assistants for an exciting 8-week summer project! Help build affordable, real-time water monitoring systems to track lake health, and create lesson plans to bring this technology into local middle and high school classrooms.

💰 Pay: $20.26/hour
⏱️ Hours: Full-time (40 hrs/week) for 8 weeks
📍 Location: UMD Campus

What you’ll do:

Tech & Engineering (50%): 3D printing, soldering, and configuring microcontrollers (Arduino/Raspberry Pi) to beam environmental data to the cloud.

Education & Outreach (30%): Translate complex tech into user-friendly assembly guides and STEM lesson plans for teachers.

If you have a background in STEM, coding, or educational technology and want to make a real-world impact on freshwater science, apply today!

🔗 External Applicants: https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/374120
🔗 Internal UMN Applicants: https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/int/374120
👉 More Info: https://z.umn.edu/26-mnsg-research-asst

How is science shaping the future of Minnesota’s water? 🌊 Join Freshwater Folk for our June event: the 2025-2026 Minne...
06/02/2026

How is science shaping the future of Minnesota’s water? 🌊 Join Freshwater Folk for our June event: the 2025-2026 Minnesota Sea Grant Science and Policy Fellow Showcase!

Meet our three fellows and hear about their work with our state’s resources:
💧Larissa Scott: Stream restoration tools and climate resiliency in St. Louis County, Minnesota.
💧Reid Brown: Data-driven insights into water sustainability and high-volume permitting with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
💧Reane Loiselle-Kasun: New research on managing aquatic invasive species (Curly-leaf pondweed) and water quality with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources

Where: Duluth MPCA (525 Lake Ave. S.) OR Online via Zoom
When: Wednesday, June 3, 2026
Schedule: 11:30 AM (Networking & Sandwiches) | 12:00 PM (Program)

The event is FREE and open to the public, but registration is required for both in-person and virtual seats. Register here: https://z.umn.edu/mnsg-26-fellow-showcase

Note: In-person attendees get sandwiches; the Zoom option is sadly sandwich-free! 🥪

Funding for the Minnesota Sea Grant Science and Policy Fellowship is provided by the Minnesota Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund as recommended by the Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources (LCCMR). Additional support for the 2025-26 cohort was provided by St. Louis County.

The 2026 HazMaTON Summer Webinar Series kicks off its 10th anniversary season on May 27! 🚢 Join us as we welcome Dr. All...
05/21/2026

The 2026 HazMaTON Summer Webinar Series kicks off its 10th anniversary season on May 27! 🚢

Join us as we welcome Dr. Allie Snider from the U.S. Coast Guard Great Lakes Oil Spill Center of Expertise (GLCOE). We’ll be discussing how response tools are evolving and how the GLCOE is training the next generation of responders to protect our freshwater environments.

📅 When: Wednesday, May 27, 2026
🕚 Time: 11:00 a.m. – noon CDT/Noon – 1:00 p.m. EDT
💰 Cost: FREE (Registration required)
🔗 Register here: z.umn.edu/HazMaTON26

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"Forever chemicals" are falling from the sky. ⛈️🧪A team of researchers from Minnesota Sea Grant has discovered that PFAS...
05/13/2026

"Forever chemicals" are falling from the sky. ⛈️🧪

A team of researchers from Minnesota Sea Grant has discovered that PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are a persistent presence in precipitation over the .

The data is in:
📍 PFAS was detected in 100% of rain and snow samples over a 2-year period.
📍 Atmospheric transport means these chemicals can travel hundreds of miles before landing in our lakes.
📍 Standard tests might be missing hundreds of unique fluorinated compounds.

Learn how this research is helping resource managers protect local watersheds: https://z.umn.edu/mnsg-26-pfas-research

Ever wondered what it takes to keep our waters clean? 🌊Put yourself in the shoes of a decision-maker! Join us at the Ano...
05/12/2026

Ever wondered what it takes to keep our waters clean? 🌊

Put yourself in the shoes of a decision-maker! Join us at the Anoka County Library - Mississippi Branch to play the Watershed Game. This nationally recognized interactive experience lets you decide how a community grows while protecting our most precious resource: water.

You’ll work with others to balance plans, policies, and practices to hit clean water goals. It’s fun, fast-paced, and educational!

📅 When: May 18 | 5:00 p.m.
📍 Where: Mississippi Branch, Anoka County Library
💰 Cost: FREE and open to the public!

Ready to dive in? Get more details here: https://z.umn.edu/mnsg-wsg-anoka-mississippi

🐟 It’s almost time for the Minnesota fishing opener!As you gear up for tomorrow’s opener, Minnesota Sea Grant wants to e...
05/08/2026

🐟 It’s almost time for the Minnesota fishing opener!

As you gear up for tomorrow’s opener, Minnesota Sea Grant wants to ensure every angler is ready to protect our wild Steelhead populations.

Steelhead have been a staple of since 1895, but they can be tricky to distinguish from other Pacific Salmon. To keep our fishery thriving, remember: all wild (identified by an intact adipose fin) are catch-and-release only. This regulation has successfully increased both the size and number of fish since 1997!

To help you make quick, accurate decisions while on the water, we’ve created the Steelhead vs. Salmon Identification Decal. It’s a simple, weather-resistant guide that attaches to:
✅ Your boat gunwale
✅ Tackle boxes
✅ Coolers or backpacks

Don't guess when you have a fish in hand; know for sure to avoid getting yourself in hot water.

Get your free decal here: https://z.umn.edu/MNSG-Steelhead-Salmon

They say the mosquito is the unofficial state bird of Minnesota - that's one kind of bird we don't want to watch for. 🚫🦟...
05/06/2026

They say the mosquito is the unofficial state bird of Minnesota - that's one kind of bird we don't want to watch for. 🚫🦟

Join Itasca Waters and MNSG to learn how to reclaim your yard from floodwater mosquitoes. We’re covering habitat control and how to enjoy the outdoors without becoming a buffet.

Register for free:
👉 https://z.umn.edu/mnsg-pww-mosquitoes

Please join us in congratulating Kelsey Prihoda, Minnesota Sea Grant's Transportation Extension Educator, for receivin...
05/04/2026

Please join us in congratulating Kelsey Prihoda, Minnesota Sea Grant's Transportation Extension Educator, for receiving a 2026 Sustainability Inspiration Award from the ! 🏆

Kelsey was recognized for her leadership in bridging the gap between classroom learning and real-world impact. Her work on dredged material management in the Duluth-Superior harbor has helped students and community members alike navigate the complex trade-offs of environmental stewardship.

As Joseph Lane puts it: "Kelsey’s work has helped connect campus learning with real-world application."

We are so proud of Kelsey! 👏✨

🔗 Read more about the award and the project: https://seagrant.umn.edu/articles/2026-umd-prihoda-sustain-inspire-award

NOW HIRING: Urban Stormwater Extension Educator 🌊Are you an expert in water resource science, ready to make a measurable...
05/01/2026

NOW HIRING: Urban Stormwater Extension Educator 🌊

Are you an expert in water resource science, ready to make a measurable impact on Minnesota’s community resiliency? The University of Minnesota Water Resources Center and Minnesota Sea Grant are looking for a dedicated educator to lead stormwater programs for professionals and policy leaders.

The role:
✅ Develop & deliver online and in-person educational programs.
✅ Collaborate with researchers and state agencies (Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources, etc.).
✅ Lead initiatives like the Minnesota Stormwater Seminar Series.

Quick Facts:
📍 Location: St. Paul Campus (with statewide travel)
💰 Salary: $68,000 - $78,000
📅 Closing Date: May 18, 2026

Help us bridge the gap between research and practice. Apply today!
Learn more: https://z.umn.edu/26-mnsg-wrc-stormwater-ee

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