Howell Nature Center, Lake Erie rains, and Port Sustainability | Brother Nature
The Howell Nature Center knocked their fundraising goal out of the park. What will they do with the money? In Lake Erie, Kelleys Island received 17 inches of rain in six hours. Derek Kevra shows us what happened. And the Detroit Wayne County Port Authority breaks down the sustainability efforts they're deploying to reach net-zero emissions.
The Howell Nature Center knocked their fundraising goal out of the park. What will they do with the money? In Lake Erie, Kelleys Island received 17 inches of rain in six hours. Derek Kevra shows us what happened. And the Detroit Wayne County Port Authority breaks down the sustainability efforts they're deploying to reach net-zero emissions.
Kayaking the Huron River, Bassquatch Hunter, and AuSable canoeing | Brother Nature
The Huron River stretches from within Michigan's Lower Peninsula all the way to Lake Erie. Along the way are all sorts of sights and sounds, from sunbathing turtles to gliding herons. On Brother Nature this week, we kayaked a small stretch of the river with the help of the Huron Clinton Metroparks and Skip's Huron River Canoe Livery. Also on the show this week, our recovering piping plovers, Michigan's only venomous snake, and Mike McKinstry of the Bassquatch Hunter made a visit on the show.
The Huron River stretches from within Michigan's Lower Peninsula all the way to Lake Erie. Along the way are all sorts of sights and sounds, from sunbathing turtles to gliding herons. On Brother Nature this week, we kayaked a small stretch of the river with the help of the Huron Clinton Metroparks and Skip's Huron River Canoe Livery. Also on the show this week, our recovering piping plovers, Michigan's only venomous snake, and Mike McKinstry of the Bassquatch Hunter made a visit on the show.
More than 80 boats retire from Bayview Mackinac Race amid extreme conditions
Extreme conditions have forced 85 boats to withdraw from the 102nd annual Bayview Mackinac Race, though officials say no serious injuries have been reported and all participants have been accounted for.
Extreme conditions have forced 85 boats to withdraw from the 102nd annual Bayview Mackinac Race, though officials say no serious injuries have been reported and all participants have been accounted for.
Stream Bayview Mackinac Race this weekend on Lake Huron
Stream the 2026 Bayview Mackinac Race live from two different boats this weekend live on Lake Huron.
Stream the 2026 Bayview Mackinac Race live from two different boats this weekend live on Lake Huron.
Wildfire Consequences and Boxwood fatalities | Brother Nature
The wildfires in Canada and the smoke afflicting Michigan has devastating consequences for our health, and solutions to the widening crises are limited. Also on Brother Nature this week, what's wrong with Michigan's boxwoods? The hardy shrub is increasingly under attack from pests.
The wildfires in Canada and the smoke afflicting Michigan has devastating consequences for our health, and solutions to the widening crises are limited. Also on Brother Nature this week, what's wrong with Michigan's boxwoods? The hardy shrub is increasingly under attack from pests.
US Coast Guard warns of rise in fake distress calls on Great Lakes
The US Coast Guard is calling attention to the dangers and penalties of hoax distress calls using radio, phones and social media.
The US Coast Guard is calling attention to the dangers and penalties of hoax distress calls using radio, phones and social media.
Chirp Nook's guide to birding, Memorial swims, and Fish Cleaning | Brother Nature
Getting into birding is as easy as leaving out some seeds and mixing in a little patience. But there's so much more to the hobby for those with enough interest. Carissa with Chirp Nook explains the best way to get involved. Also on Brother Nature this week, freaky fungus, memorial swims, a rare cactus blooms in West Bloomfield, and a campaign to build a fish cleaning station for Lake St. Clair.
Getting into birding is as easy as leaving out some seeds and mixing in a little patience. But there's so much more to the hobby for those with enough interest. Carissa with Chirp Nook explains the best way to get involved. Also on Brother Nature this week, freaky fungus, memorial swims, a rare cactus blooms in West Bloomfield, and a campaign to build a fish cleaning station for Lake St. Clair.
Isle Royale campground closed due to heightened wolf interactions
A very nosy wolf is creating issues for Isle Royale campers and forcing the National Park Service to close a campground.
A very nosy wolf is creating issues for Isle Royale campers and forcing the National Park Service to close a campground.
Ford House's new Lake St. Clair shoreline reopens to the public
After years of restoration work along Lake St. Clair, an icon of Michigan history is unveiling nearly a mile of newly-built shoreline.
After years of restoration work along Lake St. Clair, an icon of Michigan history is unveiling nearly a mile of newly-built shoreline.
Future Great Lakes trail to offer unbroken passage along entire shoreline
Ferry crossings, international bridges, and thousands of miles of shoreline are all part of what will one day be a continuous trail spanning the entire Great Lakes.
Ferry crossings, international bridges, and thousands of miles of shoreline are all part of what will one day be a continuous trail spanning the entire Great Lakes.
Great Lakes trail network and the Metropark's Challenge | Brother Nature
In the future, the Great Lakes will have a continuous unbroken trail that spans the entire shoreline. It will connect to a similar network on Canada's side, offering a new way to explore Michigan and the rest of the shoreline. Also on Brother Nature, the trail challenge available at the Huron-Clinton Metroparks as well as rain garden resources available at the Huron River Watershed Council.
In the future, the Great Lakes will have a continuous unbroken trail that spans the entire shoreline. It will connect to a similar network on Canada's side, offering a new way to explore Michigan and the rest of the shoreline. Also on Brother Nature, the trail challenge available at the Huron-Clinton Metroparks as well as rain garden resources available at the Huron River Watershed Council.
Tenhave Woods in Royal Oak and Freighter Photography | Brother Nature
Walking through Royal Oak's Tenhave Woods is like walking through a time capsule of Michigan forest history. The city's nature society does walking tours that explores the history of site and the life within. Also on Brother Nature, an interview with a drone pilot who photographs Great Lakes freighters.
Walking through Royal Oak's Tenhave Woods is like walking through a time capsule of Michigan forest history. The city's nature society does walking tours that explores the history of site and the life within. Also on Brother Nature, an interview with a drone pilot who photographs Great Lakes freighters.
Tree of Heaven, Spotted Lanternfly, and Biology Camp | Brother Nature
The tree of heaven is already a giant problem across Michigan, and it may be drawing another invasive pest to its bark: the spotted lanternfly. We explore both and their looming threat on Brother Nature this week.
The tree of heaven is already a giant problem across Michigan, and it may be drawing another invasive pest to its bark: the spotted lanternfly. We explore both and their looming threat on Brother Nature this week.
Invasive Buckthorn and the secret weapon to fight it | Brother Nature
Buckthorn is among the invasive species that has taken the state of Michigan by storm. It covers nature centers, backyards, and more, and fighting it requires years of work. However, one Michigan land bank has found an efficient solution. Also on Brother Nature, National Trails and River Day in Canton Township.
Buckthorn is among the invasive species that has taken the state of Michigan by storm. It covers nature centers, backyards, and more, and fighting it requires years of work. However, one Michigan land bank has found an efficient solution. Also on Brother Nature, National Trails and River Day in Canton Township.
Your Guide to Gardening with Native Plants | Brother Nature
Native plants are having a moment and there is no better time to explore their benefits and beauty than right now. On Brother Nature, we take a look at a New Boston prairie, the plant options at Michiganense Natives, and a starter program in Oakland County.
Native plants are having a moment and there is no better time to explore their benefits and beauty than right now. On Brother Nature, we take a look at a New Boston prairie, the plant options at Michiganense Natives, and a starter program in Oakland County.
Declassified UFO files: Video of Lake Huron encounter with F-16 near UP released by Pentagon
A newly declassified video shown in infrared, depicts an object appearing to be a weather balloon shot down – moments before a bright white object appears to the right of the crosshairs.
A newly declassified video shown in infrared, depicts an object appearing to be a weather balloon shot down – moments before a bright white object appears to the right of the crosshairs.
Pheasants in Detroit and Muskies in Lake Macatawa | Brother Nature
Meet the pheasants of Detroit, which will be the focus of the upcoming Flock Party. Also on Brother Nature this week, an acoustic telemetry project measuring the movements of muskies, as well as a new partnership between Oakland County Parks and Bloomfield Hills schools.
Meet the pheasants of Detroit, which will be the focus of the upcoming Flock Party. Also on Brother Nature this week, an acoustic telemetry project measuring the movements of muskies, as well as a new partnership between Oakland County Parks and Bloomfield Hills schools.
Michigan Orchard Frost Control, Cycling, and Bird Migration | Brother Nature
Predicting the last frost is tedious business with a lot on the line for Michigan farmers. At Spicer Orchards, they deploy a variety of methods to fight freezing temperatures and prevent their apple blossoms from dying from the cold. Also on Brother Nature, the Michigan League of Bicyclists, as well as bird migration on Whitefish Point.
Predicting the last frost is tedious business with a lot on the line for Michigan farmers. At Spicer Orchards, they deploy a variety of methods to fight freezing temperatures and prevent their apple blossoms from dying from the cold. Also on Brother Nature, the Michigan League of Bicyclists, as well as bird migration on Whitefish Point.
Hummingbirds and Baby Season at Wolcott Mills Metropark | Brother Nature
Hummingbirds are starting to appear around Michigan after making their long migration across the continent. And baby season has arrived at the Wolcott Mills Metropark in Ray Township. That means adorable sheep, goats, calves, and chicks to see this spring.
Hummingbirds are starting to appear around Michigan after making their long migration across the continent. And baby season has arrived at the Wolcott Mills Metropark in Ray Township. That means adorable sheep, goats, calves, and chicks to see this spring.
Michigan Fishing, Arbor Day, and Boots Around the World | Brother Nature
Why is world-class fishing in Michigan? How do you jig? And what does burbot taste like? The Great Lakes offer up the very best angling for walleye, smallmouth bass, and perch. Also on Brother Nature, celebrating Arbor Day, raccoon baby season, and another segment of Boots! Not Shoes.
Why is world-class fishing in Michigan? How do you jig? And what does burbot taste like? The Great Lakes offer up the very best angling for walleye, smallmouth bass, and perch. Also on Brother Nature, celebrating Arbor Day, raccoon baby season, and another segment of Boots! Not Shoes.