Research equipment deployed to track fish in sanctuary, Alpena MI


The US Geological Survey is deploying subsurface research equipment marked with orange and yellow floats at 29 locations in Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary to track spawning fish from September to December 2025.
Audio|Source: Grand Traverse Bay Marine Radio
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Transcript:
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In Michigan and Lake Huron and Alpina, the U.S.
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Geological Survey, Hammond Bay Biological Station, will deploy subsurface research equipment in the vicinity of certain reefs in the northwest portion of Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary to track spawning fish from September 22nd to December 15, 2025.
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The 29 research locations will be marked with orange. and yellow floats.
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Vessels transitioning the area are advised to use caution.
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Questions can be directed to (name withheld), fish biologist,
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USGS.
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Phone number (number withheld),
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or (name withheld) at usgs.g.g.
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Location mentioned:
Near W Fletcher St, Alpena, MI 49707
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