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Lake Superior is a treasure. One would be hard-pressed to find a Minnesotan who disagrees with that statement. Yet, despite the special place it holds in our hearts, understanding of, commitment to, and support for efforts to protect Lake Superior is lacking in the state. That situation must change.

Check out Listen to Your Lakes.org, a program of Shedd Aquarium.

Click here to download the Lake Superior Restoration Report published in 2005.

Click here to download a Citizens' Action Guide.

Click here to download the Great Lakes United Green Book - an introduction to the challenges facing the lakes and what we can do to solve them.


News, Events & Announcements


St. Louis River projects get grants

St. Louis River projects get grants  (9/1/2010)
By: News Tribune staff, Duluth News Tribune
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Opinion: Minnesota's best idea -- a new roadmap for managing our water supply

Opinion: Minnesota's best idea -- a new roadmap for managing our water supply   (8/27/2010)
By Deborah Swackhamer, printed in Pioneer Press
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Mott Foundation gives $500K for anti-carp efforts

Mott Foundation gives $500K for anti-carp efforts   (8/27/2010)
Associated Press
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Should Congress strengthen the Clean Water Act? Yes: Clean water is a priority

Should Congress strengthen the Clean Water Act? Yes: Clean water is a priority  (8/25/2010)
The Great Lakes, including Lake Superior, have been an economic engine for the region for centuries.
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Swanson: Swift action needed to keep carp out of Great Lakes

Swanson: Swift action needed to keep carp out of Great Lakes   (8/23/2010)
by Elizabeth Dunbar, Minnesota Public Radio
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