Detroit River Fish Consumption Survey
Calling all anglers! Our fish consumption survey is still accepting responses. We are curious to know what types of fish are being consumed from the Detroit River. Your input will provide valuable information to guide future research, education programming, outreach projects as well as monitoring and remediation efforts in the Detroit River watershed. Participants will receive a $5 Tim Horton’s gift card as a thank you for their response.
Mapping exercise quantifies 20 years of habitat restoration
An in-depth mapping exercise was undertaken by Essex Region Conservation with support from Environment and Climate Change Canada to map habitat restoration efforts within the Detroit River watershed. Between 2000 and 2020, a total of 277 habitat restoration projects have been conducted to increase and improve habitat in the Detroit River and its watershed. These include 207 tree planting projects, 56 wetland restoration projects, 32 prairie restoration projects, 18 shoreline restoration projects, 15 fish habitat projects and 12 native garden projects!

In total, over 3.8 million m2 (3.8 km2) of trees were planted from 2000-2020. Additionally, over 10,100 m of shoreline has been softened as a part of the habitat restoration projects.
LaSalle and Detroit River Stormwater Master Plan
The Town of LaSalle is undertaking a stormwater master plan and a review of the drainage system into the Detroit River. Part of this process is to find potential infrastructure enhancements to protect public and private property from the effects of stormwater flooding while preserving the natural environment.

The project has three focus areas (1) catchment areas along Front Road between Turkey Creek and Gary Avenue; (2) areas serviced by the Marentette Drain and (3) along Front Road between Victory Street and Malden Road. Comments are being collected until August 9, 2021.
State of the Strait Conference - Contaminated Sediment Remediation
The State of the Strait is a binational (Canada-United States) collaboration that hosts a meeting every two years to bring together government managers, researchers, students, environmental and conservation organizations, and concerned citizens. This year's conference will take place on December 2, 2021 from 08:00 am - 5:00 pm at the University of Michigan - Dearborn.
The conference theme is Contaminated Sediment Remediation in the Detroit and Rouge Rivers: Legacy, Present State and Approaches to Collaborative Financing. Attending the conference is free, but registration is required.

Please Note: While we are anticipating an in-person event, precautions and restrictions pertaining to COVID-19 may necessitate a hybrid or fully remote format. This situation will continue to change and we will notify registrants of any changes to the program and format.
Days Worth Mentioning
International Day of the World's Indigenous People - August 9
There are an estimated 476 million Indigenous peoples in the world living across 90 countries. Indigenous peoples are the holders of a vast diversity of unique cultures, traditions, languages and knowledge systems. They have a special relationship with their lands and hold diverse concepts of development based on their own worldviews and priorities.

August 9 is the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples - a day to raise awareness and protect the rights of the world's Indigenous Peoples.
Did you know that Indigenous Peoples have been stewards of the Detroit River and the Great Lakes for more than 6,000 years? The Detroit River and the surrounding land is the traditional territory of the Three Fires Confederacy of First Nations, comprised of the Ojibway, the Odawa and the Potawatomi Peoples.

The name of the Detroit River is “Wawiiatanong” in the Ojibway language, which means, ‘where the river bends’.

Photo Credit – Museum Windsor
Upcoming Local Events
Save the date for these great local events! Contact the organizers for more information. 
Windsor Sportsmen's Club Kids, Cops and Canadian Tire 63rd Annual Fishing Derby
Saturday August 7 2021, 8am to 11:30am, Reaume and Dieppe Park, Windsor, ON

This free event is open to all kids 12 and under to participate in the 63rd annual derby at both Reaume and Dieppe Parks in Windsor at the riverfront. Free bait is provided. Awards and a light lunch will be held at the Windsor Sportsmen's Club afterwards. Please bring your own rod and bait containers. For more information, please contact Greg Rossyan at truckergreg62@gmail.com.
Self-guided Dark Sky Night
Thursday August 12 2021, evening, Point Pelee National Park, Leamington ON

We’re celebrating the dark skies of Point Pelee National Park. The park will stay open all night August 12 to August 13 for optimal viewing of the Perseid Meteor Showers. For more information please contact pc.pelee.info.pc@canada.ca.
Geology of Pelee Island
Sunday August 22 2021, 2pm to 5pm, Pelee Island, ON

Join islander Ron Tiessen for an examination of the island’s interesting geology, fossils and land forms. Guests will tour a few island sites and see some found objects at the Heritage Centre. For more information and to register click here.
The Intriguing Lives of the Blue Racer
Saturday August 28 2021, 6:30pm to 9pm, Pelee Island, ON

Join Blue Racer researcher Ryan Wolfe and Ontario Nature staff as they explore Stone Road Alvar to learn about alvar habitat while searching for these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Ryan will discuss the important role snakes play in the ecosystem and Ontario Nature staff will highlight efforts being taken on conservation lands to protect them. Please register so they can provide you with updates about the event. Meet at the Stone Road Alvar. For more information and to register click here.
Extra! Extra! Read all about it!
The Detroit River and Great Lakes in the news. Here are some links to articles that may pique your interest. Click the link to read on.  
The Detroit River Canadian Cleanup is a partnership between government, industry, academics, as well as environmental and community organizations that work together to improve the Detroit River ecosystem through a Remedial Action Plan. Our goal is to remove the Detroit River from the list of Great Lakes Areas of Concern.