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Is it Safe to Swim in the Huron River?

People in two kayaks paddle in the Huron River. Trees, grass, and a sculpture are in the background.

Many of my friends staying in Ann Arbor this summer have asked me the same question about the Huron’s water quality. Unable to answer this question confidently, I decided to dig a little deeper into this topic. Many Ann Arbor locals and U-M students looking to escape the summer heat may turn to the Huron River, the largest water source … Read More

A Big Splash for Sustainability

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Everyday we utilize tools and resources that are essential to our daily lives without offering them much thought. We drink water from our kitchen tap, run a bath, and wash our clothes without considering the origins or processes of the water that fuel our day-to-day necessities. However, while working at the University of Michigan (U-M) Farm Stand one day, our … Read More