Michigan allows fish hatchery to expand despite concerns

Photo:Peter Potrowl

Michigan’s Department of Environmental Quality issued a permit today allowing a Grayling fish hatchery operator to step up production, despite concerns from anglers that increased discharges from the hatchery could harm the Au Sable River.

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Oil - Gas - Holy Waters

A recent state land auction may allow for significant oil and gas development near the Au Sable River. Needless to say those that care about the health of the Au Sable and her holy waters are deeply concerned and you should be too.

Final determination of leases will be made on December 12th, for more information on how you can help hit the link below.

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Remembering Rusty Gates

The Au Sable just lost the best friend it ever had. Calvin “Rusty” Gates Jr., Da Gator to his legion of acquaintances, passed away on 19 December 2009. Things in this beautiful valley will never be the same. LINK