Presented by Dianna Stampfler Author of "Michigan's Haunted Lighthouses" Since 1997, Dianna Stampfler has been presenting lively and upbeat programs about Michigan's lighthouses, historic sites, and paranormal destinations in her home state of Michigan. She is excited to share these stories with the people of northeast Michigan during her August lecture! Stampfler describes lighthouse keepers [...]
In this 2-hour program, join sanctuary staff in the Marine Tech Training Tank to learn the basics of snorkeling. Through fun activities, games, and comprehensive instruction, participants will learn breathing and finning techniques, mask defogging and snorkel clearing. Topics will also include respect of the water and marine life and how to stay safe and [...]
In this 2-hour program, join sanctuary staff in the Marine Tech Training Tank to learn the basics of snorkeling. Through fun activities, games, and comprehensive instruction, participants will learn breathing and finning techniques, mask defogging and snorkel clearing. Topics will also include respect of the water and marine life and how to stay safe and [...]
This summer program introduces high school students to the numerous opportunities for outdoor recreation and education within the region of the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary and encourages them to put down their electronic devices and be present in the moment. Through a stewardship and historical lens, youth will explore the natural and cultural resources [...]
Fun for the whole family! Join maritime center staff for a look into the underwater world of ROVs and how they are used for marine science and sanctuary resource protection. Pilot your own build or try a commercial ROV in our Maker Space and Marine Tech Training Tank. Where? TBNMS Maker Space & Tank When? 12PM-3 [...]
In this 2-hour program, join sanctuary staff in the Marine Tech Training Tank to learn the basics of snorkeling. Through fun activities, games, and comprehensive instruction, participants will learn breathing and finning techniques, mask defogging and snorkel clearing. Topics will also include respect of the water and marine life and how to stay safe and [...]
Presented by Force Blue Co-Founder and Executive Director Jim Ritterhoff Force Blue is the only nonprofit organization in the world that retrains and redeploys former Special Operations veterans to work alongside scientists on marine conservation missions. It is changing the discussion of what it means to be an environmentalist. Harkening back to the days of [...]
FROG FATHERS is a 2024 documentary about four Navy SEAL veterans who visit the site of the bloodiest day in U.S. Naval Special Warfare history, June 6, 1944. The veterans pay their respects to the fallen and try to understand the events of that day, as well as how the sacrifices made there affect their [...]
When it comes to weather information from Lake Huron, what matters most to you? Wave height? Wind direction? Water temperature? Live cameras? This listening session will help us serve the community better by delivering on what you want most. Please come share your input. The Great Lakes Observing System is partnering with Thunder Bay National [...]
Top off (or kick off!) your Downtown Trick or Treating evening with a trip to the Haunted Museum inside the Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center on Friday, October 25th from 5pm to 8pm. This is an all ages, free event. There will be trick or treating, games and the haunted ship/museum is optional. This event [...]